'I hope that the Chinese government will not allow a major economic downturn'

Ulrich Reichert has been China CEO of Wirtgen Group, a manufacturer of road construction machinery, for 32 years. Reichert is currently experiencing one of the most severe economic downturns he has had to manage in his long career. Sales in the infrastructure sector have recently slumped considerably. The last time he experienced a similar crisis was ten years ago, after economic stimulus programs were phased out as a result of the global financial crisis. Frank Sieren spoke with Reichert.

Last updated: 24. July 2025