The Supervisory Board of MAX Automation SE has appointed Oliver Jaster as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2026. This leadership change comes as Dr. Ralf Guckert steps down from both the Managing Directorate and the Supervisory Board on March 31, 2026. Guckert will remain within the MAX Automation Group as Chairman of the Management Board of Vecoplan AG, a subsidiary of MAX Automation SE.
Oliver Jaster, who indirectly holds approximately 66% of the company's shares, has been a member of the Supervisory Board since 2013, serving most recently as Deputy Chairman. The Supervisory Board expressed confidence that Jaster's in-depth knowledge of the group and his close involvement with day-to-day operations—particularly as Chairman of the Presidential Committee—positions him ideally to lead MAX Automation SE through its current phase. The appointment is interim, with the Supervisory Board working on a long-term succession solution.
This transition is significant for investors and the industrial technology sector as MAX Automation SE, listed in the Prime Standard of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2015, manages investments in growth and high cash flow companies operating in niche markets. The portfolio companies serve various end industries, including automotive, electronics, recycling, raw materials processing, packaging, and medical technology. Leadership stability is crucial for the group's strategic direction and the performance of its subsidiaries, such as Vecoplan AG.
The change may impact the company's operational focus and investment strategy, given Jaster's substantial shareholding and interim role. For more information, visit the company's website at https://www.maxautomation.com. The original release can be viewed on https://www.newmediawire.com. Investors can contact Marcel Neustock at investor.relations@maxautomation.com, while media representatives should reach out to Susan Hoffmeister at CROSS ALLIANCE communication GmbH via sh@crossalliance.de or https://www.crossalliance.de.
