Oliver Burkhard led thyssenkrupp Marine Systems into independence and onto the stock market this year, thereby shaping the strategic realignment of German submarine and naval shipbuilding. He was previously Chief Human Resources Officer at thyssenkrupp AG. Burkhard emphasizes the security policy significance of maritime technologies and Germany’s industrial contribution to European defense capabilities. His focus is on modernization, competitiveness and technological sovereignty.
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Oliver Burkhard
CEO
thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS)
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Oliver Burkhard led thyssenkrupp Marine Systems into independence and onto the stock market this year, thereby shaping the strategic realignment of German submarine and naval shipbuilding. He was previously Chief Human Resources Officer at thyssenkrupp AG. Burkhard emphasizes the...