With the appointment of Stefan Brandl, Schott is combining in-depth knowledge of the company with extensive international CEO experience. His many years of service on the Schott Supervisory Board, as well as his leadership roles at globally active companies, provide a strong foundation for our shared future.
Brandl is 58 years old and has led the Dräxlmaier Group as Vice Chairman & CEO since mid-2021. Prior to that, he served as CEO of the EBM-Papst Group from 2017 to 2021. He joined the Landshut-based group in 1991 after completing his degree in electrical engineering at Schweinfurt University of Applied Sciences and worked for the ventilation and heating technology specialist for a total of over 30 years until his move to Dräxlmaier.
His predecessor, Torsten Derr, stepped down as CEO of the Mainz-based technology group on October 31 for personal and family reasons.
Brandl said: “Schott is an exceptional company with strong technological expertise, an impressive international presence, and, above all, dedicated employees. I am very much looking forward to assuming responsibility as Chairman of the Executive Board and, together with the Executive Board, management, and employees, continuing Schott’s successful development. In doing so, I would like in particular to further strengthen Schott’s international competitiveness, promote innovation and entrepreneurial thinking, and, together with the organization, consistently capitalize on the opportunities of the coming years.”
Source: chemanager-online.com
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