Leadership shift sharpens focus on production excellence and global growth

Dr Matthias Hohenleutner appointed VP of Production

Toptica Photonics SE has announced that Dr Matthias Hohenleutner will become Vice President of Production from 1 October 2025, a move designed to reinforce the company’s manufacturing strength and prepare the ground for future growth.

Dr Hohenleutner, who has been with Toptica since 2016, brings both technical expertise and proven leadership to his new role. After joining as a project manager in R&D, he quickly advanced to head a team specialising in ultrafast custom laser systems and reference solutions. His close collaboration with production and business units has given him deep insight into the company’s manufacturing processes, making him a natural fit to lead the next phase of operational development.

“Matthias has a strong track record of building high-performing teams and driving innovation across our organisation,” commented Dr Mathias Schindler, COO and Member of the Executive Board. “With him taking the helm of production, we can ensure continued excellence while also focusing more strongly on strategic initiatives.”

As part of the transition, Dr Schindler will step back from direct production oversight and concentrate on long-term priorities such as digitalisation, automation, and global competitiveness. This division of responsibilities is expected to strengthen both Toptica’s immediate operational resilience and its long-term strategic positioning.

Dr Wilhelm Kaenders, Founder and CTO of Toptica, praised the smooth handover: “We thank Mathias for nearly a decade of commitment to production leadership. His vision has shaped our manufacturing culture, and we are excited to see him now devote his energy to driving our future competitiveness.”

With more than 25 years of expertise in high-end laser systems, Toptica Photonics continues to expand its international presence. The appointment of Dr Hohenleutner reflects the company’s dual commitment to operational excellence and forward-looking innovation.

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