Bosch appoints Dr Markus Heyn as chairman of Mobility Solutions business

There is a top-level change at the helm of Robert Bosch GmbH effective January 1, 2022.  

Harald Kroeger (54), the Board of management member responsible for systems integration in the Mobility Solutions business sector and for the Cross Domain Computing Solutions, Chassis Systems Control, Automotive Electronics, Bosch eBike Systems, and Automotive Steering divisions, as well as the Two- Wheeler & Powersports business unit, will, at his own request, be leaving the board of management of Robert Bosch GmbH effective December 31, 2021.

Effective January 1, 2022, his responsibilities will be assumed by Dr. Markus Heyn (57), member of the board of management of Robert Bosch GmbH, in his new role as chairman of the Mobility Solutions business sector.

Volkmar Denner, chairman of the board of management of Robert Bosch GmbH, said: “Harald Kroeger was the driving force behind many developments of future importance, such as the setup of the pioneering Cross-Domain Computing Solutions division and the expansion of our semiconductor business. He set a successful course for the business operations for which he was responsible, even in challenging market conditions.”

Franz Fehrenbach said: “We regret Harald Kroeger’s decision and wish him all the very best for the future. His very inspirational leadership combined with his unique ability to promote the right people earned him a lot of esteem among his associates.”