Following its successful initial public offering in March 2026, VINCORION has now appointed Felix Zander, an expert with 25 years of experience in the capital markets, to lead its Investor Relations team. He has established investor relations departments on multiple occasions, including one that led to an IPO. With this appointment, VINCORION is filling a gap in its leadership team and is entering the next phase of its growth strategy and its communications with renewed strength.
“With Felix Zander, we have been able to attract a dedicated professional to the capital markets. He has integrated seamlessly into our team and taken on numerous responsibilities with great commitment. We will benefit significantly from his expertise and experience in communicating VINCORION’s growth trajectory and shaping its public image in the capital markets,” says Chief Financial Officer Dieter Holst.
Zander himself is enthusiastic about the challenge: “I am very much looking forward to this new role. It is an honor for me to be part of the dynamic team at VINCORION and to help shape and develop our capital markets communications. Especially following our successful IPO, there are many opportunities that we as a company can capitalize on. I would like to contribute to this with my experience.”
About the New Head of Investor Relations
After earning a degree in business administration, Felix Zander began his career at Lufthansa. Since 2001, he has held various executive positions as head of investor relations and communications at publicly traded companies, including VTG AG, Tom Tailor SE, and Nordex SE. During this time, he was responsible for complex capital market-related processes ranging from IPO and capital transactions to delisting. He specializes in crisis communication and communication during challenging market and corporate phases.
Amid armored vehicles, drone systems, and command-and-control technologies, the technology company VINCORION will be exhibiting at Eurosatory in Paris alongside its co-exhibitor, ReactiveDynamics.
On behalf of the BAAINBw, VINCORION is developing the next generation of tactical, mobile power systems for the Bundeswehr. These systems are designed to support a wide range of operational scenarios that require a reliable power supply in the field: from combat and command posts to communications and surveillance systems, medical areas, and even charging unmanned drones. This is where ReactiveDynamics’ unmanned, modular ground vehicle comes into play. The prototype from the Bavarian startup will be exhibited for the first time at Eurosatory – alongside the PGM low emissionsV tactical mobile power systems and the ESM hybridVenergy storage modules, which can be used to charge unmanned ground vehicles such as ReactiveDynamics’ RDX-1.
Everyone deserves a safe life: Energy solutions and autonomous vehicles
The PGM low emissionsV and ESM hybridV mobile power systems are the heart of every field camp, as they ensure the Alliance’s sustainability goals. The modular systems range from 20 kW for highly mobile operations to combinable 50- and 200-kW classes with a total output of over 1 MW. In ModularGrid networked mode, up to eight systems of different power classes can be operated in parallel – controlled by an intelligent, autonomous energy management system that minimizes fuel consumption and emissions.
Remote-controlled and designed for swarm operations, ReactiveDynamics’ unmanned, modular ground vehicle also serves to protect troops in the field. After a charging time of between 1 and 5 hours, the 400-volt fully electric powertrain enables speeds of up to 80 km/h and a range of 150 kilometers. Equipped with tracks, it is particularly maneuverable and suitable for all types of terrain with gradients of up to 60 percent. Remote control and the capability for swarm operation enable troops to operate safely in the field.
Thinking Together: Mobile Power and Unmanned Systems
“Charging unmanned ground vehicles such as the RDX-1 impressively demonstrates the breadth of our mobile energy systems. Our PGM and ESM platforms are designed from the outset for exactly these kinds of future operational scenarios – whether command posts, medical facilities, or the supply of autonomous systems,” explains Klaas Klasen, Vice President of Strategy and Chief of Staff at VINCORION SE. “Eurosatory offers us the ideal opportunity to showcase this versatility together with innovative partners such as ReactiveDynamics.”
Maximilian Wunderlich, CFO and co-founder of ReactiveDynamics, adds: “A reliable, field-ready power supply is crucial for the operational deployment of autonomous ground vehicles. VINCORION’s mobile power systems demonstrate what such an infrastructure could look like. The fact that we are presenting our RDX1 prototype for the first time alongside this technology underscores the potential that lies in the integration of unmanned systems with high-performance power technology.”
In the long term, the technology company VINCORION aims to achieve optimized interaction between the load, battery technology, and the electric drive system. A potential collaboration could represent an important step toward achieving this goal.
Eurosatory is opening its doors once again in Paris. This year, the world’s largest land defense trade show is attracting more exhibitors and visitors than ever before. The reason is clear: Europe is rebuilding its defense capabilities, and this new era is no longer just a metaphor – it’s a full-scale production program.
Amid armored vehicles, drone systems, and command-and-control technologies, VINCORION has a presence at the Paris Expo. Headquartered in Wedel near Hamburg, this technology company plays an indispensable role in the defense industry.
VINCORION’s power supply systems ensure that platforms operate properly. Generators, electric drives, power electronics, mobile and hybrid energy systems, weapon stabilization – these are the core business areas of a company that, with approximately 900 full-time employees at three German locations and a branch in El Paso, Texas, generated revenue of around 240 million euros in 2025.
We Power Your Mission: Tactical Power Solutions for European Rearmament
At Eurosatory, VINCORION will showcase the full range of its systems expertise. The focus will be on modular and mobile power solutions that adapt to changing requirements – a key feature of modern defense technology, which must become increasingly flexible while remaining even more reliable.
“Our tactical, mobile power systems – the PGM low emissionsV and ESM hybridV – are the heart of every field camp, ensuring the Alliance’s sustainability. These modular systems range from 20 kW for highly mobile operations to combinable 50- and 200-kW classes with a total output of over 1 MW. In ModularGrid networked operation, up to eight systems of different power classes can be operated in parallel – controlled by an intelligent, autonomous energy management system that minimizes fuel consumption and emissions,” explains Daniel Zeitler, Director of Markets & Strategy at VINCORION. Modular to hybrid power supply solutions – whether for mobile use, for armored vehicles, or in stabilization systems – are at the heart of European rearmament programs. This is where VINCORION’s solutions come into play.
Three locations, a clear division of responsibilities
Behind this diverse product range lies a well-thought-out structure. The Wedel site near Hamburg is the heart of the company: this is where stabilization systems for armored vehicles are developed and manufactured, as well as products for civil aviation – including heating elements for passenger aircraft and rescue hoists for helicopters. The plant in Altenstadt, Bavaria, located on the grounds of a former military airfield, has evolved into a center of excellence for mobile power generators: This is where the generators that supply power to air defense systems such as Patriot and Iris-T are built. Finally, the Essen facility produces generators for armored vehicles. This division of labor enables VINCORION to supply both system integrators and the German Armed Forces and NATO partners directly.
• Inclusion in the SDAX of Frankfurt Stock Exchange on 22 June 2026
• Step follows successful commencement of trading on 20 March 2026 on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and strengthens capital market presence
VINCORION SE (“VINCORION”), a leading developer and manufacturer of power and mechatronic solutions for defense platforms and advanced aviation systems, will be included in the SDAX of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange on 22 June 2026. The index inclusion marks a further significant step in VINCORION’s still young history as a listed company and follows the successful IPO in March 2026.
“We are pleased about our inclusion in the SDAX and grateful for the trust the capital market has placed in VINCORION,” says Kajetan von Mentzingen, CEO of VINCORION. “With our inclusion in the index, we continue our journey as a publicly traded company. We see this as an incentive and an obligation in equal measure – to create sustainable value for our customers, our investors, and our employees.”
“As an SDAX member, we will become relevant to an even broader range of institutional and passive investors,” adds Dieter Holst, CFO of VINCORION. “We have engaged closely with our shareholders and are pleased that this is reflected in growing liquidity and market capitalization. This is the foundation on which we will continue to build our capital market presence.”
The inclusion in the SDAX is based on the rulebook of Deutsche Börse. With this, VINCORION ranks among the 70 largest and most liquid listed companies below the MDAX in Germany.
VINCORION successfully commenced trading on the stock exchange on 20 March 2026 at an issue price of €17.00 per share. Cornerstone investors in the IPO include Fidelity International, Invesco Asset Management and T. Rowe Price Associates, who together subscribed for approximately €105 million.
Heli-One (Norway) AS and VINCORION Advanced Systems GmbH have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly support the market introduction, certification, integration, and lifecycle support of VINCORION’s next-generation Electrical Rescue Hoist ERH premierV system across multiple helicopter types.
VINCORION has been designing and constructing safe and reliable hoist systems for civil and military helicopter operations for more than 40 years. Its new ERH premierV system is designed to lift 303kgs at a speed of 2 meters a second, at distances of 330 feet. It also features a wireless remote-control capability, providing flexibility of use and making it ideal for complex rescue missions and safety critical operations in challenging onshore and offshore environments.
Working together, Heli-One and VINCORION aim to reduce technical and operational barriers for operators introducing the ERH premierV system into their fleets. The companies will focus on defining Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) pathways, enabling integration of the ERH premierV system across multiple helicopter platforms and offering high performance, enhanced safety, and long-term operational availability to civil and military operators globally.
The ERH premierV’s design is intended to support high operational readiness through extended maintenance intervals and reduced lifecycle burden – with Heli-One providing Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul support at its Norwegian facility.
Heli-One is a leading independent helicopter MRO with certifications and expertise in a broad range of airframes and components from major helicopter and engine manufacturers, including Leonardo, Airbus, Sikorsky, Bell, Safran Helicopter Engines, Pratt & Whitney Canada and General Electric.
‘This collaboration reflects Heli-One’s role as an integrator and lifecycle support provider for mission critical helicopter systems,’ said Jens Morten Mørland, Sales Director at Heli-One. ‘Together with VINCORION, we see strong market potential in offering operators a complete package — from certification and installation to long-term MRO solutions — enabling efficient introduction and sustained operation of the hoist system across international markets.’
‘For the market introduction of the ERH premierV, our objective is to offer customers flexible integration options and high availability throughout the products lifecycle,’ said Simon Böttcher, Director Segment Aviation at VINCORION. ‘By combining VINCORION’s innovative hoist design and production competencies with Heli-One’s certification and MRO capabilities, we are creating a competitive European rescue hoist solution that addresses customer needs for performance, safety and reliable long-term support.’
‘From a product perspective, the ERH premierV shows a high level of architectural maturity,’ said Ole Kyrre Brænd, Head of Design at Heli-One Norway AS. ‘Its safety features, modular design and performance characteristics give us a solid foundation for efficient integration across different platform configurations meeting the latest certification requirements’.
VINCORION Power Systems GmbH is playing a key role in the European research project SENTINEL, which aims to fundamentally modernise the energy supply for military operations with the goal of reducing dependence on fossil fuels and increasing operational capability.
The project is funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF) and brings together 42 partners from 16 countries, including industry partners, research institutes and ministries of defence. At the first major meeting of all project partners in Maribor, Slovenia, at the beginning of February 2026, the strategic course was set for the next phases.
Why SENTINEL is important
Modern military operations are highly dependent on reliable energy supplies – whether for communication, reconnaissance or the operation of field camps. At the same time, mobile generators consume enormous amounts of fuel, which strains supply chains and makes operations vulnerable. SENTINEL is therefore developing intelligent, sustainable energy systems designed to make armed forces more independent, efficient and resilient.
VINCORION’s contribution
VINCORION brings over 70 years of engineering excellence in energy solutions and mechatronics for mission-critical applications to the project.
Specifically, the company is contributing two core components:
- • a 50-kilowatt power generator module (PGM)
- • a 50-kilowatt-hour energy storage module (ESM)
These systems are designed to provide a mobile field camp with an autonomous power supply – even under extreme conditions such as heat, cold or dust.
They are currently being tested in real-world field trials. The first test campaign is being conducted in collaboration with the University of the Federal Armed Forces in Munich, followed by international field tests in different climate zones, including the Netherlands and Aruba.
First milestones in sight
VINCORION covers three key energy capabilities: advanced power generation (Advanced Genset), energy storage (Energy Storage Battery) and intelligent grid control for ± energy networks (Micro Grid Control). This grid control can optimally combine various sources such as batteries and generators, as well as photovoltaics, wind power and fuel cells.
In addition, VINCORION is taking on a coordinating role: the company is leading the integration of all demonstration prototypes in the project and has overall responsibility for the area of energy storage across all development phases.
VINCORION is currently working with its project partners to develop the technical specifications for the components to be used. This work is scheduled to be completed by the end of March 2026 – an important first milestone and foundation on the road to the planned demonstrations.
Voices from the project
“SENTINEL gives us the opportunity to test and further develop our technologies under real military conditions alongside leading European partners,” says Thomas Horner, project manager at VINCORION. “The responsibility we bear in this project demonstrates the trust that the consortium partners place in VINCORION’s expertise.”
The SENTINEL project is a continuation of previous EDF projects and demonstrates the convergence and performance of European technologies in the field of resilient military energy systems. “This gives us the opportunity to gain an even better understanding of the future tactical and logistical requirements of various European armed forces and to strengthen our European partner and supplier network,” says Daniel Zeitler, Director Markets & Strategy at VINCORION, emphasising the importance of the project.
Building on this strategic perspective, Mr Matej Gajzer, SENTINEL Coordinator and Managing Director of TECES, emphasised the responsibility and operational complexity of leading such an ambitious European initiative:
“As coordinator of the SENTINEL project, we fully recognise the strategic importance and complexity of leading a project of this scale, particularly given the strong involvement of European Ministries of Defence. Conducting demonstrations in real military environments makes the project both highly demanding and significantly impactful. Ensuring the active and continuous engagement of Ministries of Defence is one of our key priorities at the coordination level. Our objective is to align all stakeholders effectively, so that technological development, demonstrations and operational validation move forward in a fully synchronised and coherent manner.”
Bronze medal for VINCORION apprentice: Johannes Lang shines at German championships. Young professional from Burggen ranks among the top three electronics technicians for machine and drive technology in Germany.
Johannes Lang, an apprentice at VINCORION in Altenstadt, won the bronze medal at the 74th German Championships for Electrical Trades. In the profession of ‘electronics technician for machine and drive technology’, the apprentice prevailed against competition from across Germany. This means that the apprentice from Burggen in the Upper Bavarian district of Weilheim-Schongau is one of the three best young professionals in Germany.
From 13 to 15 November, 43 regional champions winners competed against each other at the Federal Technology Centre for Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (BFE) in Oldenburg. They demonstrated their skills in six disciplines and solved challenging exam tasks. On Saturday evening, the results were announced at a gala evening attended by around 250 guests in the Weser-Ems-Halle in Oldenburg.
Johannes Lang at VINCORION’s production facility in Altenstadt. Photo: VINCORION Dr Philipp Dehn, patron of the German Skilled Trades Championships, Johannes Lang (centre) and Karsten Krügener, Vice President of the Central Association of German Electrical Trade, at the awards ceremony in Oldenburg. Photo: VINCORION
Johannes Lang had already won the competition from the local chamber of commerce and then went on to win the Bavarian state competition in Bamberg. As a result, VINCORION was recognised as an exemplary training company by the Munich and Upper Bavaria Chamber of Skilled Trades.
“I am proud of the bronze medal and grateful for the excellent training I received at VINCORION,” says Johannes Lang. “The standard at the championships was very high – so it’s all the more wonderful that it was enough to make it onto the podium.”
Karl Schuster, team leader at VINCORION, emphasises: “Johannes earned this award through his commitment and enthusiasm for his profession. As the current team leader, I am delighted to have such talented individuals in my team – he seizes every opportunity to improve and develop professionally. The bronze medal is a great success for him and for VINCORION.” Special thanks go to Julian Haggenmiller, trainer for mechanical and drive technology, for his commitment to training.
Nina Römhild, Head of Human Resources at VINCORION, emphasises: “The bronze medal for Johannes is confirmation of our training philosophy: we enable young people to learn and develop in a challenging technical environment. The fact that he is one of the best young talents in Germany makes us proud as a company.”
The German Championships for Electrical Trades are among the most important competitions for young talent in the industry. Following the reorganisation of the electrical trades in 2021, this year’s championships included five professions for the first time.
VINCORION currently trains around 50 young people in various technical professions at its three German locations in Wedel, Altenstadt and Essen.
