Burckhardt Compression announces leadership transition in Systems Division
Burckhardt Compression announces that Andreas Brautsch, President Systems Division (SYST) and a member of Executive Management, has decided to leave the company for personal reasons and will step down from his role effective November 1, 2026.
The Board of Directors and Executive Management respect Andreas Brautsch's decision and thank him for his valuable contribution to Burckhardt Compression. They regret his departure and wish him all the best for his personal and professional future.
The Board of Directors has appointed Daniel Meier as President Systems Division and member of Executive Management effective November 1, 2026. Daniel Meier has held various management positions within Burckhardt Compression over the past 19 years and currently serves as Vice President EMEA Systems Division. Previously, he led Compressor Engineering & Manufacturing and Global Supply Chain within the Systems Division. He holds a Master's degree in Management, Technology, and Economics from ETH Zurich. His extensive industry experience, proven leadership capabilities, and deep understanding of Burckhardt Compression's business support continuity in the successful execution of the division's strategy. The appointment also reflects the company’s established succession planning process.
Fabrice Billard, Chief Executive Officer, commented:
We thank Andreas for his commitment and valuable contribution to Burckhardt Compression and wish him all the best for the future. We are pleased to appoint Daniel Meier as his successor. Thanks to his broad operational and leadership experience, and deep knowledge of our business, he is ideally positioned to lead the Systems Division into its next phase of development.
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