Nabaltec AG has announced a significant change in its executive leadership, with Dirk A. Muller set to succeed Gunther Spitzer as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective January 1, 2027. Spitzer, who has served on the Management Board since 2017, will retire at the end of 2026 after nearly 45 years with the company. The Supervisory Board also extended CEO Johannes Heckmann's contract by five years, signaling a commitment to stability and strategic continuity.
Dirk A. Muller, currently Group CFO of Swash Group, will join the Management Board on December 1, 2026, for a four-year term. Muller brings extensive experience in financial management, capital markets, and corporate organization, having held CFO roles at A.T.U, SiC Processing, and Onlineprinters Group. He is also a certified auditor, tax consultant, and CPA. Muller has been a member of Nabaltec's Supervisory Board since 2024 and will resign from that position on November 30, 2026. His familiarity with the company is expected to facilitate a smooth transition.
Gunther Spitzer's retirement marks the end of a long tenure. Supervisory Board Chairman Gerhard Witzany expressed regret over Spitzer's departure, praising his contributions over nearly five decades. Spitzer's responsibilities will be fully transferred to Muller on January 1, 2027, after a short transitional period with a four-member board.
Johannes Heckmann's contract extension underscores the board's confidence in Nabaltec's strategic direction. The company, headquartered in Schwandorf, Germany, specializes in aluminum hydroxide and oxide-based products for flame retardants, technical ceramics, and electric vehicles. Nabaltec operates production sites in Germany and the US and aims to strengthen market leadership through capacity expansion and product innovation.
The leadership changes come as Nabaltec continues to focus on specialty chemicals, with emphasis on eco-friendly flame retardants used in high-risk environments like tunnels and electronic devices. The company's strategic extensions and process optimizations are expected to drive future growth under the new management team.
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