Gradual Change at the Top of the Novoferm Group:
Rainer Schackmann Hands Over Chairmanship to Christian Hasenest
After almost 20 years of successful leadership, Rainer Schackmann, CEO of the Novoferm Group, will step down from his position in mid-2025. Effective January 1, 2025, he will gradually hand over leadership to his successor, Christian Hasenest.
With this transition, which has been well-planned for a long time, Rainer Schackmann is taking an important step toward the company's future-oriented development. "A good CEO recognizes the right moment to transfer responsibility to younger hands and actively shape the transition. For me, that time has now come," explains Schackmann.
Rainer Schackmann's Track Record:
Under his leadership, Novoferm developed into one of the leading providers of door and gate solutions and loading systems in Europe with over 3,500 employees. During his tenure, the company achieved strong growth in all segments and consistently expanded its position internationally. This period also saw the company's transformation toward greater digitalization, which Schackmann drove forward with a progressive digitalization strategy, for example, to provide optimal support to customers along the entire process chain. Furthermore, Schackmann integrated well-known companies into the Novoferm Group through strategic acquisitions – such as the Dutch industrial door manufacturer Alpha Deuren and the Swedish steel door producer Robust AB – and sustainably strengthened Novoferm's international position.
Strategic leadership change sets the course for the future
For Schackmann, stepping down from operational responsibility is a well-considered decision – both personally and strategically. "I look forward to being able to devote more time to my private life in the future. At the same time, I am convinced that in Christian Hasenest, we have gained an industry-experienced, competent successor who will provide our company with valuable impetus. He will successfully drive the growth and competitiveness of the Novoferm Group in a constantly changing market," emphasizes the 59-year-old. "I am confident that the employees who have stood by me with great passion, loyalty, and appreciation over the years will also extend this trusting commitment and support to my successor."
New CEO Christian Hasenest
Hasenest, 47, a business economist, is considered a proven industry expert. He brings extensive experience from successful management positions in the construction supply industry. Most recently, as Managing Director of the Fischer Group, known for its fastening systems, he was responsible for global sales and the production sites in Italy, China, and South America.
Rainer Schackmann will work closely with his successor and the management team until mid-2025 to ensure a smooth transition. This far-sighted succession plan guarantees continuity and ensures the long-term achievement of the company's strategic goals.
