As part of a planned succession, Ralf W. Dieter (60) hands over his role as CEO of Dürr Aktiengesellschaft to his current deputy. Following 16 very successful years in office, he leaves the Board of Management with effect from December 31, 2021. Therefore, on the recommendation of the Personnel Committee, the Supervisory Board has consented to a termination agreement with Mr. Dieter. He has been CEO of the company since January 1, 2006. At its meeting held on September 29, 2021, the Supervisory Board also appointed Dr. Jochen Weyrauch (55) as the new CEO of the company, effective January 1, 2022. Dr. Weyrauch's new service contract runs until December 31, 2026. Dr. Weyrauch joined the company's Board of Management on January 1, 2017, and has been Deputy CEO since January 1, 2020. He is responsible for the divisions of Paint and Final Assembly Systems, Application Technology, and Clean Technology Systems, as well as for the Corporate Development, Corporate Sustainability, and Global Sourcing functions. Following Mr. Dieter's departure, the company Board of Management will consist of two members until further notice. Alongside Dr. Weyrauch as the new CEO, Dietmar Heinrich (57) will continue to work as CFO.