CFO Christian Ladurner (L), CEO Oliver Dörre (Centre), Dr Lars Immisch (R).Change in Hensoldt AG’s Management Board: Munich, Germany – November 2025 – Dr. Lars Immisch, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and a member of the Management Board at HENSOLDT AG, will step down from his role effective at the turn of the year 2025/2026, due to health reasons. The announcement was made by the Supervisory Board of the company, which confirmed that HR management would ensure continuity in the department until a succession solution, already agreed upon, takes effect in the new year.
Dr. Immisch, who has been with HENSOLDT since October 2022, has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s human resources strategy and corporate culture during a period of significant transformation. In addition to overseeing HR, he was also responsible for sustainability initiatives and facility management, areas in which he left a lasting impact on the company.
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Shaping HENSOLDT’s HR and Corporate Culture
During his tenure, Dr. Immisch was instrumental in modernizing HENSOLDT’s HR processes and tools as part of the company’s broader strategic transformation. His leadership helped the company navigate its rapid growth by implementing targeted recruitment strategies and ensuring the successful integration of a large number of new employees. He was also central to HENSOLDT’s sustainability efforts, overseeing the successful introduction of sustainability reporting in line with the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
Dr. Immisch’s tenure also saw significant investments in facility management, particularly through projects aimed at expanding and constructing new company locations. These efforts were part of HENSOLDT’s “Deliver at Scale” strategic axis, which focuses on scaling operations to meet increasing global demand for advanced technology solutions.
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A Period of Transformation and Growth
“Hans Immisch provided decisive impetus during a period of profound change at HENSOLDT,” said Reiner Winkler, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of HENSOLDT AG. “With great commitment, he created structures that will strengthen HENSOLDT in the long term—not just in terms of management culture, but also through his work on sustainability and modern workplace practices. We are deeply grateful for his passion, humanity, and tireless dedication, and we wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”
Dr. Immisch’s leadership was also marked by his work on the strategic axis “Lead Our Team into the Future,” an initiative focused on building a forward-looking, innovative, and resilient workforce. His efforts to enhance HENSOLDT’s reputation as a modern and responsible technology company have been widely recognized both within the company and across the broader industry.
Oliver Dörre, CEO of HENSOLDT AG, praised Dr. Immisch’s contributions, saying, “With his heart, energy, and empathy, Lars Immisch has been key in making HENSOLDT a modern, attractive, and responsible technology company. His work on leadership development, sustainability, and the further expansion of our locations will have a lasting impact on our business. On behalf of the entire Executive Board, I would like to thank Lars for his trust, collaboration, and inspiration, and I wish him all the best for the future.”
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Ensuring Continuity and Future Leadership
Despite stepping down from the board, Dr. Immisch’s legacy will continue to shape HENSOLDT’s HR and sustainability strategies in the years ahead. The company’s management team, alongside its HR department, will ensure that the transition remains smooth and that the work Dr. Immisch started will continue to move forward.
HENSOLDT AG, a global leader in sensor solutions, remains committed to its strategy of growth, innovation, and sustainability, with a strong focus on employee development, corporate responsibility, and operational excellence.
As Dr. Immisch prepares to step down, both the Supervisory and Executive Boards expressed their heartfelt appreciation for his dedication and leadership. His impact on HENSOLDT’s transformation and its evolving corporate culture will be felt long into the future.
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