Enapter AG announced that Armin Steiner, the long-standing chairman of the supervisory board, has stepped down from his position effective February 17, 2026, at his own request to pursue other professional engagements. The supervisory board will now consist of three members. Ragnar Kruse, previously serving as deputy chairman, was elected as the new chairman of the supervisory board, while Eva Katheder was elected deputy chairwoman. The management board and supervisory board expressed gratitude for Steiner's long-standing commitment, trusting cooperation, and valuable contribution to the company's development.
This leadership transition occurs as Enapter, a globally active greentech company, continues to advance its core technology for green hydrogen production. The company develops and markets AEM electrolyzers, which utilize patented Anion Exchange Membrane technology. This technology eliminates the need for expensive and scarce raw materials like iridium and, due to its modular design, enables efficient and scalable production of green hydrogen. This capability is particularly significant for integrating fluctuating energy supplies from renewable sources such as solar and wind power. Further details about the company's technology and operations are available on its official website at https://www.enapter.com.
Enapter also offers a digital platform called CoreKraft, designed for the control, monitoring, and optimization of hydrogen and energy systems. This manufacturer-independent platform allows for the integration of different electrolyzer technologies and energy components within a unified architecture, supporting partners in implementing technology-neutral, hybrid plant concepts. The company's products have achieved substantial market penetration, with thousands of its AEM electrolyzers already in operation for over 360 customers across more than 55 countries worldwide.
The implications of this supervisory board change are set against Enapter's expanding global footprint. The Enapter Group is headquartered in Germany, with research and production facilities in Italy and a joint venture with the Wolong Group in China. Enapter AG is publicly listed on the regulated market of the Frankfurt and Hamburg stock exchanges under the ticker symbol H2O and ISIN DE000A255G02. The original press release announcing these changes was published on https://www.newmediawire.com.
For the green hydrogen industry and the broader energy transition, Enapter's continued development under new supervisory leadership could influence the scalability and cost-effectiveness of hydrogen production. The company's focus on modular, resource-efficient AEM technology addresses key challenges in the sector, such as material scarcity and grid integration of renewables. As global demand for clean hydrogen solutions grows, stable corporate governance and strategic direction, as reflected in this board transition, are critical for maintaining technological innovation and market confidence. This announcement highlights the ongoing maturation of the green hydrogen sector, where leadership stability in key companies like Enapter supports long-term investment and deployment of essential decarbonization technologies.
