Circus SE (WKN:A2YN35/ ISIN:DE000A2YN355/ XETRA:CA1) announced today the appointment of a new Co-CEO and Chief Financial Officer, a move aimed at bolstering the company's leadership structure as it pursues global growth and product portfolio expansion. The incoming executive brings over a decade of senior leadership experience in corporate and financing strategy, M&A, international expansion, and business development, with a focus on new technologies across the aviation and automotive industries.
Nikolas Bullwinkel will continue as sole Managing Director and CEO of Circus SE. Claus Holst Gydesen, who previously served as Co-CEO, transitions to Chairman of the Advisory Board. Former CFO Fabian Becker departs the executive team after nearly five years to pursue his own entrepreneurial path, a decision the company respects and supports. Becker will remain available in an advisory capacity and will additionally join the Supervisory Board of Circus Defence SE.
The new Co-CEO/CFO will be formally introduced at the Q2 Operational Update on July 16, 2026. A confidentiality agreement prevents disclosure of his identity until mid-July. The appointment underscores Circus SE's commitment to strengthening its financial and strategic leadership as it scales its operations.
Circus SE is a German dual-use technology company developing proprietary AI models, autonomous robotic sustainment systems, and a central operating platform for civilian and defence applications. With a globally active portfolio of autonomous meal supply robotics and high-volume serial production live, Circus is building the infrastructure for autonomous food supply, on a mission to fuel humanity. For more information, visit www.circus-group.com.
This leadership change comes at a pivotal time for Circus SE as it continues to expand its product offerings and international presence. The appointment of an executive with deep experience in aviation and automotive sectors signals the company's focus on leveraging advanced technologies and strategic partnerships to drive growth. Investors and industry observers will be watching the Q2 Operational Update on July 16 for further details on the company's direction and the new executive's plans.
Elena Coles, Head of Investor Relations at Circus SE, is available for inquiries via the company's website at www.circus-group.com. The original release can be viewed on www.newmediawire.com.
