Rheinböllen, October 1, 2024 – Effective October 1, 2024, Philipp Unterhalt will step down from his position as Co-CEO of the HAHN Automation Group. Frank Konrad will continue to lead the company as the sole CEO. This change in leadership comes against the backdrop of significant milestones achieved under their joint leadership.
A Decade with HAHN Automation Group
Philipp Unterhalt has been an integral part of the HAHN Automation Group since 2014, first during his time with major shareholder RSBG SE, and since 2019 as Managing Director and later as CEO. His strategic vision and leadership have been instrumental in the development and expansion of the HAHN Automation Group brand.
Unterhalt played a key role in acquisitions that expanded the strategic network of the HAHN Automation Group, laying the foundation for a unified organization that today offers comprehensive automation technologies across various industries. Guided by the philosophy of creating synergies within the group, he promoted efficiency and harmonization of processes and workflows under the motto "Grow Together."
Positioning and Direction
Under Philipp Unterhalt's management, the HAHN Automation Group has achieved significant milestones. The company’s international presence and market positioning have been strengthened, stability and security in various industries have been enhanced, and a unified brand presence has been established that clearly positions and connects the company internally and externally. Philipp Unterhalt stated: “Over the past few years, we have set many impulses and achieved many milestones! Our international presence, diversified activities across different industries and a unified brand identity have strengthened our market position”
These successes underline the core concerns of Philipp Unterhalt and his work as Co-CEO and reflect his vision for the future of the HAHN Automation Group. He is leaving the company at his own request to pursue new challenges.
Outlook
With Frank Konrad as the sole CEO, Jörg Kilb as COO, and Diego van Muylem as CFO, the HAHN Automation Group remains committed to its core values and strategic objectives. Their extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of the market provide a solid foundation for meeting future challenges and continuing to focus on sustainable growth and innovation.
“I am optimistic about the future of the automation industry,” says Frank Konrad. “The prospects remain excellent. The increasing demand for automation solutions, driven in part by a shortage of skilled labor, presents significant opportunities that we at HAHN Automation Group are well positioned to capitalize on.”
