Munich, Germany – The Supervisory Board of Giesecke & Devrient (G&D) has appointed Dr. Walter Schlebusch as the Group’s new CEO and Chairman of the Management Board. Taking up this position on July 1, he will succeed Dr. Karsten Ottenberg, who will be leaving the company on June 30, 2013
Walter Schlebusch has been a member of the G&D Management Board since January 1, 2000. He is responsible for the Banknote business unit, which incorporates banknote and security paper production, as well as banknote printing and processing.
“Dr. Schlebusch is familiar with all aspects of the company, with knowledge built up over many years. Above all, his contribution has been crucial to the success of the Banknote business unit to date,” confirms Dr. Peter-Alexander Wacker, Chairman of G&D’s Supervisory Board.
About Giesecke & Devrient
Giesecke & Devrient (G&D) is a leading international technology provider headquartered in Munich, Germany. Founded in 1852, the Group has a workforce of over 11,200 employees and generated sales of approximately EUR 1.8 billion in the 2012 fiscal year. 58 subsidiaries and joint ventures in 32 countries ensure customer proximity worldwide.
G&D develops, produces, and distributes products and solutions in the payment, secure communication, and identity management sectors. G&D is a technology leader in these markets and holds a strong competitive position. The Group's customer base mainly comprises central and commercial banks, mobile network operators, business enterprises, governments, and public authorities. For more information, please visit: www.gi-de.com
