Wacker Neuson CFO Steps Down; Reinhard Frisch Appointed Successor

Wacker Neuson SE, a leading global manufacturer of light and compact equipment, announced a significant change in its executive leadership. Christoph Burkhard, the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO), will step down from the Executive Board by mutual agreement effective August 31, 2026, after more than five years of service. Burkhard's departure marks the end of a tenure during which he contributed to the sustainable development of the company's structures and organization, as acknowledged by Hans Neunteufel, Chairman of the Supervisory Board. Neunteufel expressed gratitude for Burkhard's valuable contributions and wished him continued success in his future endeavors.

Taking over the CFO role effective September 1, 2026, is Reinhard Frisch, currently the Commercial Managing Director of Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG in Reichertshofen. Frisch brings extensive international experience to the position, having been with the Wacker Neuson Group since 2004 and holding various leadership roles in Germany and abroad, including serving as CFO of Wacker Neuson North America. Neunteufel expressed pleasure in appointing an executive from within the organization to this important role, highlighting Frisch's deep understanding of the company's operations.

The Wacker Neuson Group, which includes brands like Wacker Neuson, Kramer, Weidemann, and Enar, employs approximately 5,800 people globally and reported revenue of around EUR 2.2 billion in fiscal year 2025. The company serves professional users in construction, gardening, landscaping, agriculture, municipal bodies, and industries such as recycling and rail transport. This leadership transition is part of the company's ongoing strategy to ensure strong governance and continuity. For more details, view the original release on www.newmediawire.com.