The Supervisory Board of R. STAHL AG and Dr. Claus Bischoff, Chairman of the Management Board, have mutually agreed to end their cooperation as of May 31, 2026. Dr. Bischoff resigned from his office with immediate effect at his own request and for personal reasons. Management Board member Tobias Popp will assume responsibility for the division previously managed by Dr. Bischoff until further notice. The Supervisory Board has initiated steps for further succession planning.
The Supervisory Board expressed gratitude for Dr. Bischoff's commitment, particularly for the economic stabilization of the company and the development of the NEXUS future programme for corporate development. This programme, as described on the company's website r-stahl.com, aims to ensure future-proof market positioning, portfolio alignment, structural development, and sustainable internationalization. The NEXUS future programme will be continued by Tobias Popp in coordination with the Supervisory Board and further developed in response to rapidly changing conditions.
R. STAHL AG is a leading global supplier of electrical and electronic products and systems for explosion protection, serving industries such as chemical, pharmaceutical, oil & gas, and food & beverage. In 2025, the company generated around EUR 313 million in sales with 1,659 employees. The departure of Dr. Bischoff marks a transition as the company adapts to evolving market dynamics.
