The Supervisory Board of clearvise AG has appointed Bernhard Gierke as Chief Executive Officer effective February 1, 2026, succeeding Petra Leue-Bahns who will step down as planned at the end of her term on February 28, 2026. This leadership transition represents a pivotal moment for the renewable energy electricity producer as it advances its strategic development into a YieldCo with a focus on stable cash flows and a long-term dividend policy.
Petra Leue-Bahns, who has led clearvise AG since 2021, has decided not to stand for reappointment for personal reasons. During her tenure, she transformed the company into an established European producer of electricity from renewable energies, building a diversified portfolio of wind and solar parks across several European countries with approximately 388 megawatts of installed capacity. "After many intense and successful years at clearvise, the time has come for me to hand over responsibility as planned," Leue-Bahns stated, expressing confidence in her successor's ability to continue the company's successful trajectory.
The appointment of Bernhard Gierke signals clearvise's commitment to the YieldCo strategy announced in November 2025, which aims to create additional shareholder value through portfolio expansion, stable operating cash flows, and reliable dividends. Gierke brings extensive experience in renewable energies, investment, and asset management, most recently serving as a director at Aquila Capital where he managed energy infrastructure projects. As a Chartered Financial Analyst, he possesses specialized expertise in structuring, financing, and developing investment portfolios within the renewable energy sector.
Ingmar Helmke, Chairman of clearvise AG's supervisory board, acknowledged Leue-Bahns's contributions, stating she "has led clearvise for many years with strategic vision, strong implementation skills, and great personal commitment." He expressed confidence that Gierke would "consistently continue the strategic development toward becoming a yield company" and successfully lead clearvise into its next phase of growth. The company's shares, traded on various German stock exchanges including XETRA (https://www.clearvise.com), represent an investment in renewable energy infrastructure with a focus on yield generation.
Gierke emphasized his commitment to the YieldCo model, stating, "My goal is to further strengthen its position as a reliable YieldCo and to enable all shareholders to participate equally in the company's success through sustainable dividends." He noted that he and Leue-Bahns would work closely during a one-month transition period to ensure a smooth handover. This leadership change occurs as clearvise positions itself to capitalize on growing investor interest in renewable energy assets that provide predictable returns, particularly as Europe accelerates its energy transition.
The transition matters because it represents a strategic evolution for clearvise from a renewable energy developer to a yield-focused investment vehicle at a time when institutional and retail investors increasingly seek stable income from sustainable infrastructure. As energy markets continue to decarbonize, companies like clearvise that can deliver consistent dividends from renewable assets may attract greater investment, potentially accelerating the transition to clean energy while providing shareholders with reliable returns. The company's success with this model could influence how other renewable energy firms structure their businesses and attract capital in competitive energy markets.
