Katja Ziegler, previously Chief Financial Officer of ESG GmbH, took over the sole management of ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH on June 1 until further notice. This also means that the transitional management of the ESG division in the Hensoldt Group Group. The previous Managing Director, Christoph Otten, will be leaving the company at his own request at the end of May to take on new responsibilities.
“We regret Christoph Otten’s decision, as we are losing a valuable manager in him. He has led ESG on a sustainable growth path in recent years and successfully supported the takeover by Hensoldt. On behalf of the entire Management Board, I wish Mr. Otten all the best for his future career,” said Hensoldt CEO Oliver Dörre.
At the same time, he emphasized: “We are delighted that Katja Ziegler is taking on this additional responsibility. In recent months, Katja has provided important impetus for the integration of ESG into the Hensoldt Group and we look forward to working with her on the Executive Committee.”
Hensoldt had only completed the completed the acquisition of ESG in April. By combining the complementary capabilities of the two companies, Hensoldt expects to further strengthen its position as one of Europe’s leading suppliers of sensor solutions. ESG develops, integrates, supports and operates complex, security-related electronic and IT systems in the defense and security sectors and plays an important role in current and future programs such as FCAS (Future Combat Air System) and the F-35.
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