Meyer Burger Technology Ltd (SIX Swiss Exchange: MBTN) announced today that as of 1stOctober 2015 the strategically important position for the leadership, direction and organization of the overall global operational processes and performance will be occupied by Thomas Kipfer. Mr. Kipfer has proven international experience in an industrial environment, and has previously worked for a number of years for the globally active Franke Holding (Water Systems Division and Kitchen Systems Division) in the function of COO. “As the new COO and Member of the Executive Board, Thomas Kipfer will further strengthen our strategy as a leading global technology group with innovative and advanced technologies and systems for high-tech industries,” says Peter Pauli, CEO of Meyer Burger Technology Ltd “With his long experience in the international and industrial environment, Thomas Kipfer is a valuable and optimal addition to the existing management team.” Brief portrait of Thomas Kipfer: Born | 1968 | | | | Nationality | Swiss | | | | Education | Engineer, Masters in Business Administration and Management Graduate FH engineer in mechanical engineering | | | | | Professional experience | 2011 – today: | Franke, Aarburg, Water Systems Division; | | | Head of Operations, Member of the Division Management | | 2010 – 2011: | Franke, Aarburg, Kitchen System Group; | | | Director Industrial Engineering & Tools | | 2008 – 2010: | Franke, Aarburg, Kitchen System Division; | | | Chief Operations Officer, Member of the Division Management | | 2007 – 2008: | Fritz Studer AG, Thun; | | | Business Development Manager | | 2004 – 2007: | Koerber Schleifring China, Shanghai; | | | Chief Operations Officer, Vice President (2005-2007) | | | Technical Director China (2004-2005) | | 1985 – 2004 | Fritz Studer AG, Thun; | | | Various positions incl. Head of Assembly Division, Head of Quality Division |
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