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Mercedes-Benz reshuffles management board

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Posted on December 11, 2024

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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Mercedes-Benz to Reshuffle Management Board in 2025

(Reuters) - German carmaker Mercedes-Benz will reshuffle its management board with four new members, the firm said on Wednesday, with changes due to take effect in 2025.

Sabine Kohleisen, Renata Jungo Bruengger, responsible for Integrity, Governance and Sustainability, and Hubertus Troska, board member for Greater China, are to leave the board as their contracts expire, the company added.

Olaf Schick, current chief financial officer of car parts maker Continental is to join Mercedes-Benz's management board, starting October 1st 2025, the Stuttgart-based firm said.

Furthermore, Mathias Geisen, currently Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans and Oliver Thoene, currently head of Product Strategy and Steering, are to join the management board. Britta Seeger, already a board member, will replace Sabine Kohleisen as member for Human Relations and Labour Director.

(Reporting by Tristan Veyet in Gdansk, editing by Matthias Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • Mercedes-Benz will have four new board members in 2025.
  • Sabine Kohleisen and others will leave the board.
  • Olaf Schick will join from Continental.
  • Mathias Geisen and Oliver Thoene to join the board.
  • Britta Seeger to take over Human Relations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is the reshuffling of Mercedes-Benz's management board with new members joining in 2025.
Who are the new board members?
Olaf Schick, Mathias Geisen, and Oliver Thoene are the new members joining the board.
Who is leaving the board?
Sabine Kohleisen, Renata Jungo Bruengger, and Hubertus Troska are leaving the board.

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