Leadership change at SSZ Camouflage Technology AG

Andreas Sauter, CEO of SSZ Camouflage Technology AG, will step down from his position with immediate effect due to personal reasons, after serving the company for five years. He will continue to work as project manager for selected projects at SSZ Camouflage Technology AG. The successor will be Marco Hofer, owner and currently holding a dual role as CEO and Delegate of the Board of Directors of SSZ Camouflage Technology AG.

Andreas Sauter joined SSZ Camouflage Technology AG as Chief Executive Officer in May 2018. In this role, he was responsible for the operational and strategic development of the company. Under his leadership, SSZ Camouflage Technology AG was able to enter new markets, acquire new customers, and develop innovative products. «I would like to thank Andreas Sauter for his valuable service and collaborative efforts.», says Josef Mathis, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SSZ Camouflage Technology AG.

Marco Hofer will succeed Andreas Sauter as the CEO of SSZ Camouflage Technology AG. He is from the canton of Zug, is 33 years old, and took over SSZ Camouflage Technology AG from Josef Mathis as a succession solution two years ago. Marco Hofer holds a BA in Business and Economics (and BSc in Sports Science and Business & Economics) from the University of Basel, and an MA in Marketing Management from the University of St. Gallen (HSG). He has practical experience in the areas of organizational leadership, procurement, and marketing. He is fluent in German, English, and French, and has a son with his partner. He enjoys spending his free time with friends, engaging in sports such as biking or snowboarding, and attending cultural/music events.

Competence, Teamwork, Flexibility
Marco Hofer thanks everyone for the trust placed in him. «In 2021, I had the opportunity to take over SSZ Camouflage Technology AG from Josef Mathis, and in the last 2 years, I’ve been able to deepen my knowledge in all areas. I look forward to the new challenge and collaborative work with the team. SSZ Camouflage Technology AG has built an impressive portfolio as a leading provider in the field of multispectral camouflage, and I’m confident that we can achieve a lot together. I’m excited about our collaboration.», affirms Marco Hofer.

We are convinced that Marco Hofer, with his human and professional skills, will consistently and successfully execute and develop the position of CEO at SSZ Camouflage Technology AG. We wish him success and joy in this new role and task.

Josef Mathis, Chairman of the Board of Directors

About SSZ Camouflage Technology AG
SSZ Camouflage Technology AG specialises in multispectral camouflage. Our products are developed to prevent target identification by means of the most up-to-date sensors available in all the relevant spectral areas. SSZ Camouflage Technology AG builds on competence, teamwork, flexibility and the sense of personal responsibility of all its employees and measures it success via customer satisfaction, growth and earning power.