The incumbent President of the Supervisory Board, Matthias Altendorf, has decided not to seek reelection at the Endress+Hauser AG Annual General Meeting on 13 April 2026. He gave the family early notice of this to allow for a smooth succession process. “The family regrets this step but respects Mr Altendorf’s decision,” said Klaus Endress, Chairman of the Family Council, the body representing all branches of the shareholder family.
Supervisory Board President from within the family “It has always been our goal that the presidency of the Supervisory Board should one day be held once again by a young member of the family,” Klaus Endress added. “This moment has now arrived sooner than planned. We – the family and the company – are ready for it.” The Family Council has decided unanimously to recommend Steven Endress for election as the new President of the Supervisory Board at the Annual General Meeting. This underscores the strong bonds between the family and the company.
Steven Endress (47), a grandchild of the company founder, has been a member of the Supervisory Board since 2024. He has professional experience in the software and process industries and worked for a total of 12 years at Endress+Hauser UK, ultimately serving as Managing Director. He holds a degree in business administration and an MBA.
Generational handover on the Family Council
The younger generation is also taking on additional responsibility on the Family Council, the most important link between the family and the company. Sandra Genge has been appointed as this body’s Vice Chair, taking over from Urs Endress, and is expected to ultimately succeed Chairman Dr Klaus Endress. Dr Endress, who has headed the Family Council since its establishment in 2001, has announced his intention to step down from this role in 2027.
Sandra Genge (48), a grandchild of the company founder, has been representing the family on the Supervisory Board since 2022. “Her dual role enables her to further strengthen the Family Council’s vital linking function,” said Klaus Endress. A media science graduate with qualifications in marketing and communication management, Sandra Genge was a managing partner of an agency for many years. She currently works as an independent design and communication consultant.
Recognition for service over several decades
Matthias Altendorf (born 1967) has been with Endress+Hauser for nearly 40 years. He started out as an apprentice mechanic. Next came studies at university, followed by a stint abroad and further training. In 2009, he was appointed to the Executive Board, taking over as Chief Executive Officer in 2014 and leading the Group in that role with foresight and sound judgment for 10 successful years. Since 2024, he has overseen the generational handover at the top level of the company in his capacity as President of the Supervisory Board. “Matthias Altendorf has made a decisive contribution to Endress+Hauser’s successful development. This deserves recognition,” commented Klaus Endress. The family and the company express their gratitude for his contributions, achievements and distinguished service. Matthias Altendorf: “In nearly 40 years of collaboration, we always treated each other with respect. I am grateful for my time at Endress+Hauser and am delighted by the appreciation shown to me by the family and the company.”
