Wienerberger AG has appointed Claus Ehrenbeck as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations, effective September 15, 2026. Ehrenbeck succeeds Therese Jander and will oversee the company's investor relations activities and capital market communications. He will report directly to Dagmar Steinert, Chief Financial Officer of Wienerberger. The announcement was made on September 15, 2026.
Gerhard Hanke, Interim CEO of Wienerberger, commented, “Earning and maintaining the trust of our investors and stakeholders is essential to advancing our long-term value-creating growth strategy. Claus Ehrenbeck brings a proven track record in Investor Relations and a broad international experience that will be invaluable in deepening our dialogue with the global capital markets.”
Ehrenbeck brings a wealth of experience in investor relations and capital markets. He holds a Master of Science in Chemistry from Heidelberg University and earned a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University (TH) of Karlsruhe in 1995. He began his career as an equity analyst at HypoVereinsbank AG in Munich before joining DVFA GmbH in Frankfurt, where he was responsible for investor relations support and consulting for listed companies. In 1998, Ehrenbeck joined AIXTRON AG in Aachen as Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications. Following a brief period as Head of Investor Relations at HOCHTIEF AG in Essen, he assumed the same role at thyssenkrupp AG in 2006, where he spent nearly 20 years. Since 2025, Ehrenbeck has worked as an independent consultant, advising and coaching senior management teams on IPOs and investor relations.
As Wienerberger's new Senior Vice President of Investor Relations, Ehrenbeck will further strengthen the company's engagement with international capital markets. His extensive expertise is expected to enhance Wienerberger's communication with investors and analysts, which is crucial for a company of its scale and global reach.
Wienerberger is a leading international provider of innovative, ecological solutions for the entire building envelope, in the fields of new build and renovation, as well as infrastructure in water and energy management. With more than 20,000 employees worldwide, Wienerberger's solutions enable energy-efficient, healthy, climate-friendly, and affordable living. The company is the world's largest producer of bricks and the market leader in clay roof tiles in Europe as well as concrete pavers in Eastern Europe. In pipe systems (ceramic and plastic pipes), the company is one of the leading suppliers in Europe and a leading supplier of facade products in North America. With its more than 200 production sites, Wienerberger generated revenues of EUR 4.6 billion and an operating EBITDA of approximately EUR 754 million in 2025.
The appointment of Ehrenbeck comes at a time when Wienerberger continues to focus on sustainable growth and value creation. His role will be pivotal in maintaining and building investor confidence, which is essential for financing future initiatives and expansions. For stakeholders, this leadership change signals Wienerberger's commitment to robust investor relations and transparent communication, which can impact investment decisions and the company's access to capital. The move aligns with broader trends in the building materials industry, where companies are increasingly emphasizing investor engagement to support long-term strategies.
For further information, please contact Claudia Hajdinyak, Head of Corporate Communications at Wienerberger AG, at claudia.hajdinyak@wienerberger.com or +43 664 828 31 83. The original release can be viewed on www.newmediawire.com.
