Both will initially remain with the family shareholders of Pepperl+Fuchs in an advisory capacity. They will be succeeded by Dr. Wilhelm Nehring as the new CEO and Martin Walter as the new CFO – a deliberate and long-planned rejuvenation to actively shape the future of the company. Both will take up their duties on May 1, 2025.
Dr. Wilhelm Nehring most recently served as CEO of a mechanical engineering company, and previously held senior leadership positions in the electrical industry. Martin Walter was formerly Senior Vice President of Controlling & Accounting at a globally active German industrial company. Both have built impressive careers and bring fresh perspectives and new impulses to Pepperl+Fuchs' leadership, which the Mannheim-based company seeks to leverage for its continued success. The entire executive board is convinced that the expertise, strategic mindset, and innovative approaches of Dr. Wilhelm Nehring and Martin Walter will enrich Pepperl+Fuchs with fresh ideas and a modern leadership culture, bridging the significant gap left by Dr.-Ing. Gunther Kegel and Werner Guthier.
"After more than 30 years of responsibility for this company, it is naturally not easy to let go of the reins. One does not want to leave the role without knowing that a successor will continue the task with just as much passion. However, I am absolutely confident in Dr. Wilhelm Nehring and Martin Walter: they have great potential and also possess the spirit and vision needed to lead Pepperl+Fuchs into a successful future. They will do a fantastic job!" said Dr.-Ing. Gunther Kegel. Together with the family shareholders and CHRO Florian Ochs, he has carefully prepared this transition over an extended period to ensure the company’s continuity and stability.
With this generational change, Pepperl+Fuchs is sending a clear signal for the future: The new executive leadership will continue the company’s successful trajectory while also exploring innovative paths to ensure long-term growth
