Enapter AG announced that Armin Steiner has stepped down from his position as Chairman of the Supervisory Board effective February 17, 2026, at his own request to pursue other professional engagements. The company's supervisory board will now consist of three members following this departure.
The supervisory board elected Ragnar Kruse, previously serving as Deputy Chairman, as the new Chairman of the Supervisory Board. Simultaneously, Eva Katheder was elected Deputy Chairwoman. The management board and supervisory board expressed gratitude for Steiner's long-standing commitment, trusting cooperation, and valuable contributions to the company's development.
This leadership change comes at a critical juncture for Enapter as the company expands its green hydrogen technology globally. Enapter is a greentech company developing and marketing AEM electrolyzers for green hydrogen production alongside its digital platform CoreKraft. The company's patented Anion Exchange Membrane technology eliminates the need for expensive and scarce raw materials like iridium while enabling efficient, scalable hydrogen production compatible with fluctuating renewable energy sources.
The CoreKraft platform represents another significant aspect of Enapter's business, offering manufacturer-independent digital control, monitoring, and optimization for hydrogen and energy systems. This platform enables integration of different electrolyzer technologies and energy components within unified architecture, supporting partners in implementing technology-neutral, hybrid plant concepts. More information about the company's technology can be found at https://www.enapter.com.
Enapter's global footprint includes thousands of AEM electrolyzers already operating with over 360 customers across more than 55 countries worldwide. The company maintains its headquarters in Germany with research and production facilities in Italy and a joint venture with the Wolong Group in China. Enapter AG trades on the regulated markets of the Frankfurt and Hamburg stock exchanges under the symbol H2O with ISIN DE000A255G02.
This supervisory board transition matters because governance stability is crucial for technology companies scaling rapidly in competitive markets. Enapter operates in the strategically important green hydrogen sector, which many governments and industries view as essential for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors like heavy industry and transportation. Leadership continuity during such transitions can impact investor confidence and strategic decision-making as the company navigates complex global energy markets.
The change also highlights the human capital dynamics within Germany's growing greentech sector, where experienced executives often move between roles as the industry matures. For stakeholders, this announcement signals both continuity through Kruse's promotion from within the supervisory board and potential new perspectives as the company advances its technology and expands its market presence. The original release containing this information can be viewed at https://www.newmediawire.com.
