Lenzing AG Extends Skilich, Names Breuer CFO from 2026

Lenzing AG has announced two major leadership updates. The Supervisory Board has extended the mandate of Christian Skilich, Chief Pulp & Chief Technology Officer, for an additional three years, pushing its term from May 31, 2026, to May 31, 2029. Skilich, who has been part of the Management Board since June 2020, oversees areas such as Pulp Commercial and Operations, Co-Products & Wood, Global HSE, Purchasing, and Innovation. The Board highlighted his leadership in the pulp business and his role in driving Lenzing’s innovation portfolio as crucial for the company’s integrated business model and future direction.

Meanwhile, CFO Nico Reiner has chosen not to extend his contract, which ends on December 31, 2025. Reiner is recognized for his strong contributions, including improved earnings and major refinancing projects that bolstered Lenzing’s financial stability.

Succeeding him, Mathias Breuer will take over as Chief Financial Officer starting January 1, 2026. Currently serving as Senior Vice President and leading Lenzing’s performance program since 2023, Breuer brings extensive financial expertise from previous CFO roles at Adapa and Sempermed. Both Supervisory Board Chairman Patrick Lackenbucher and CEO Rohit Aggarwal emphasized Breuer’s deep familiarity with Lenzing’s operations and his pivotal role in its transformation, ensuring a smooth transition and strategic continuity.