Enapter AG announced that Armin Steiner, the long-standing Chairman of the Supervisory Board, has stepped down from his position effective February 17, 2026. Steiner departed at his own request to pursue other professional engagements. The company's Supervisory Board will now consist of three members following this change.
The Supervisory Board elected Ragnar Kruse, who previously served as Deputy Chairman, as the new Chairman. Simultaneously, Eva Katheder was elected Deputy Chairwoman. The Management Board and Supervisory Board expressed gratitude to Steiner for his long-standing commitment, trusting cooperation, and valuable contribution to the company's development.
This leadership transition is significant for Enapter, a globally active greentech company that develops and markets AEM electrolyzers for green hydrogen production. The company's patented Anion Exchange Membrane technology eliminates the need for expensive and scarce raw materials like iridium while enabling efficient, scalable hydrogen production that can accommodate fluctuating energy supplies from renewable sources such as solar and wind power.
Enapter also operates CoreKraft, a manufacturer-independent digital platform for controlling, monitoring, and optimizing hydrogen and energy systems. The platform enables integration of different electrolyzer technologies and energy components within a unified architecture, supporting partners in implementing technology-neutral, hybrid plant concepts. Thousands of Enapter AEM electrolyzers are currently in operation with more than 360 customers across over 55 countries worldwide.
The company maintains its headquarters in Germany with research and production facilities in Italy and a joint venture with the Wolong Group in China. Enapter AG is listed on the regulated market of the Frankfurt and Hamburg stock exchanges under the symbol H2O with ISIN DE000A255G02. Further information about the company is available through their official website at https://www.enapter.com and their LinkedIn presence at https://www.linkedin.com/company/enapter.
This leadership change comes at a critical time for the green hydrogen industry, which is positioned as a key component in global decarbonization efforts. The continuity provided by promoting from within the existing supervisory board structure suggests stability for Enapter as it continues to scale its technology. With hydrogen increasingly recognized as essential for hard-to-decarbonize sectors like heavy industry and transportation, companies like Enapter play a crucial role in developing the infrastructure needed for a clean energy transition.
The transition in supervisory leadership may influence investor confidence and strategic direction for the company as it navigates competitive markets and expanding global demand for green hydrogen solutions. As countries worldwide implement hydrogen strategies and invest in clean energy infrastructure, technology providers with proven systems and stable governance structures are better positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the rapidly evolving energy landscape.
