Wacker Neuson SE, a leading manufacturer of light and compact equipment, announced a change in its Executive Board. Christoph Burkhard, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), will step down from the company's Executive Board by mutual agreement effective August 31, 2026, after more than five years of service. The company expressed gratitude for his contributions to the sustainable development of the company's structures and organization.
Hans Neunteufel, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Wacker Neuson SE, stated: "We would like to thank Mr. Burkhard for the excellent cooperation and for his valuable contributions to the sustainable development of the Company's structures and organization. We wish Mr. Burkhard all the best and continued success in his future professional and personal endeavors."
Reinhard Frisch, currently Commercial Managing Director of Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG in Reichertshofen, will assume the role of CFO effective September 1, 2026. Mr. Frisch has been with the Wacker Neuson Group since 2004 and has held various leadership positions in Germany and abroad, including serving as CFO of Wacker Neuson North America. His extensive international experience and deep knowledge of the organization are expected to bring continuity and strategic insight to the financial leadership.
Hans Neunteufel commented: "We are pleased that, with Mr. Frisch, we have been able to appoint an executive with extensive international experience from within our own organization to this important position."
This leadership transition is significant for the business services industry, particularly for companies involved in construction equipment and infrastructure. Wacker Neuson, with its brands Wacker Neuson, Kramer, Weidemann and Enar, serves professional users in construction, gardening, landscaping, agriculture, municipal bodies, and industries like recycling and rail transport. The change in CFO comes at a time when the company continues to navigate global economic conditions and supply chain dynamics.
The move underscores the importance of internal talent development and succession planning in maintaining organizational stability. For investors and stakeholders, the appointment of a seasoned insider like Frisch signals continuity in financial strategy and operational focus. Wacker Neuson SE shares are listed on the regulated Prime Standard segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ISIN: DE000WACK012, WKN: WACK01) and are member of the SDAX. The company reported revenue of approximately EUR 2.2 billion in fiscal year 2025 and employs around 5,800 people worldwide. For more information, visit the company's press page at https://wackerneusongroup.com/en/press.
This transition is effective from September 1, 2026, and the industry will watch how Frisch's leadership impacts the company's financial performance and strategic direction in the coming years.
