Gurit has announced the appointment of Dr. Tobias Lührig, a German national, as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Javier Perez-Freije, CFO and current acting CEO ad interim, will continue to lead the company until Tobias Lührig officially starts, after which Javier Perez-Freije will return to the sole role as Chief Financial Officer. 

With over 20 years of leadership experience in family-owned and private equity-backed companies, Lührig has a proven track record in operational efficiency, strategic realignment, and margin enhancement. His expertise in right-sizing, fostering resilience during transitions, and aligning global operations makes him the ideal leader for Gurit’s ongoing realignment.

Tobias Lührig holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and an Executive MBA from Harvard Business School. Currently serving as CEO of Bischof+Klein International SE, he combines his engineering, financial, and consulting expertise with a commitment to continuous improvement and corporate culture transformation, which will help to position Gurit for future excellence and growth.