PADERBORN, GERMANY—On January 7, 2026, Zecher GmbH announced that after almost three decades of service to the company, Technical CEO Rüdiger Wand is retiring.

Since joining the company, Mr. Wand guided it through both successful and challenging times. Under his technical leadership, important innovations were initiated, processes were modernized and future-oriented developments were accelerated. His contribution played a key role in strengthening the company’s position in the industry over the long term.

Rüdiger Wand was equally valued by colleagues, customers and partners. His calm, solution-oriented manner and comprehensive knowledge made him a reliable contact person and a constant authority on all technical matters.

“With his tireless dedication, loyalty, and expertise, Rüdiger has played a significant role in shaping our company. We would like to thank him from the bottom of our hearts for his long and successful collaboration and wish him all the best for this new chapter in his life,” said Thomas Eisner, Managing Director of Zecher GmbH.

Wand passes the baton to Sven Krause, who was appointed CTO in the middle of last year, and will take over the position as contact person for technical matters.

Despite Rüdiger Wand’s retirement, Zecher GmbH is extremely confident about the future: thanks to a strong, well-coordinated management team consisting of Thomas Eisner (CEO), Thomas Reinking (Sales), Sven Krause (Technology), and Jörg Rohde (Application Technology), the company is very well positioned to continue on its successful course and set new standards.

The initial goals following the restructuring are to further expand Zecher’s technological leadership in the field of laser engraving, to set new, future-oriented and sustainable standards in prepress technology, and thus to create the greatest possible added value for Zecher customers and partners.