Keyword: Management
KNOLL organizes corporate succession
Philipp Bock becomes part of the management team and takes over responsibility for sales and marketing
Worldwide market introduction of ZECTEC
ZECTEC launches with high-performance precision tools in Europe. ZECHA takes over exclusive distribution in Germany and the Benelux countries – DIHAWAG is the exclusive distribution partner for Switzerland
ANCA appoints new Chief Executive Officer
ANCA has appointed Edmund Boland as Group Chief Executive Officer effective August 1, 2026. This marks a new chapter for the globally active manufacturer of CNC grinding machines and automation technology.
Changes in Management at Vollmer
Tobias Trautmann remains Managing Director – Heinz Verfürth takes over responsibility for Finance and Controlling, IT, Administration, and Purchasing
HAIMER 2.0 is here
In August, the second generation takes over the management of the globally operating family business with Kathrin and Andreas Haimer. The founders (HAIMER 1.0), Claudia and Franz Haimer, are pleased about the generational change of the company from Igenhausen, Bavaria.
Change of leadership at TRUMPF Austria
Bettina Steingruber will take over management on July 1, 2026 / Her predecessor Thilo Preß is moving to Ditzingen and will become Managing Director of Sales & Services in the Machine Tools division.
MAPAL - Transformation processes bear fruit
MAPAL has already responded to the profound changes worldwide years ago and has consistently further developed its structures and processes. The business development in 2025 met its own expectations.
New CFO at GROB
As of July 1, 2026, Olaf Böckers will take over the responsibilities as CFO (Chief Financial Officer) and member of the management board of the GROB Group. Olaf Böckers will succeed Wolfram Weber as part of a planned management change.
Two Callings for the Production of the Future
A new chapter begins at the Machine Tool Laboratory WZL of RWTH Aachen: With Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Riesener and Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Boos, MBA, two personalities take on responsibilities that have shaped the institute for years and will now significantly shape its future.
LICON – Christoph Czoske takes over from Winfried Benz
LiCON restructures management and drives international expansion and growth forward
Awarded for strong ideas and clear values
Dr. Kurt Schmalz and Dipl.-Ing. Wolfgang Schmalz received the Order of Merit from Baden-Württemberg.
CemeCon appoints new board
The coating specialist from Würselen has announced the reorganization of its management team. Long-time CEO Oliver Lemmer is passing the baton to Bernd Hermeler. With the reorganization of the board, CemeCon is relying on experienced performers and focuses on continuity, innovation, and stability.
CERATIZIT appoints new board
Oliver Sax succeeds Melissa Albeck, who has handed over her duties as CEO of CERATIZIT and left the Plansee Group.
New Managing Director GMN
As of April 1, Dr. Jens Falker has succeeded Dr. Edgar Verlemann, who is leaving the machine manufacturer after nearly three decades in a leadership role.