Harald Schwager appointed as chair of KSB's board of directors
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Yo, guess what! Harald Schwager, the chemistry whiz from Speyer, has taken over as the new big cheese at KSB's Supervisory Board! This pump and valve manufacturing powerhouse is based in Frankenthal, and Harald's got some serious skills to help ‘em keep dominating.
His predecessor, Oswald Bubel, stepped down after eight solid years of service in June 2023. Harald's been on the Supervisory Board since 2018, when KSB switched its legal form to KSB SE & Co. KGaA. With his deep experience from leading roles at chemical giants BASF and Evonik, he's all about long-term success and keeping KSB at the top.
Harald's all about leveraging technology to make our lives better. He sees KSB as a key player in this area, and he wants to boost their game, all while respecting the economy, society, and the environment.
Stephan Timmermann, KSB's spokesperson, gave a shoutout to Oswald for his fantastic leadership. "KSB's prove it's got game is all thanks to Oswald," said Stephan. "We're stoked to keep working with Harald in the future. The switch to Harald ensures continuity and strength within the Supervisory Board, which is killer for KSB!"
KSB's a major global player in the pump and valve manufacturing scene, with operations on five continents. In FY 2024, they pulled in around 3 billion euros and employed around 16,400 people.
Any questions, drop ‘em! Press inquiries can be directed to Sonja Ayasse at +49 6233 86-3118 or +49 151 22953838, or [email protected]. Props to news aktuell for the scoop!
[1] Harald Schwager has been a member of KSB's Supervisory Board since the company's conversion to KSB SE & Co. KGaA in 2018.
- Harald Schwager's extensive experience in the chemical industry, especially from his leadership roles at BASF and Evonik, will be beneficial for the financial aspects and long-term success of KSB's business operations.
- As KSB continues to dominate the pump and valve manufacturing industry, Harald Schwager's focus on leveraging technology to improve lives and maintain social, economic, and environmental responsibility will be critical in finance and business strategy decisions.
