The coronavirus pandemic is not yet over, and already the war in Ukraine is generating the next crisis. Has this overshadowed your start as a member of the Supervisory Board, Ms Genge?

 

Genge: Personally speaking, both events are giving me major pause for thought. They show us just how fragile our world is. Which is something we, the post-war generations, are unaccustomed to: we enjoyed a very sheltered upbringing. However, the coronavirus pandemic and the war in Ukraine are not overshadowing my start. On the contrary: the Supervisory Board has debated difficult and important questions. We are demonstrating what we, as a family business, are capable of doing differently compared to other companies.

 

Namely?

 

Genge: As a family business, our focus is not on short-term economic success. We value sustainable, long-term success that serves all stakeholders – including our employees, customers and business partners. We face up to our responsibilities, even through difficult times.

 

Altendorf: Because we maintain solid finances in good times as well, Endress+Hauser has a sound foundation. Our business is widely diversified among regions and industries; we are not dependent on any one market.

We pursue long-term goals and share strong values. We have customers who rely on our support and employees who are dedicated to our common

goals. And we have shareholders who trust in us to achieve the best results for Endress+Hauser even in difficult situations.