The EMAG Group mourns the loss of former CEO

EMAG Group has announced that former CEO and shareholder, Norbert Heßbrüggen, passed away on September 17, 2023, at the age of 88 in his hometown of Salach, Germany.

Under his leadership from the end of the 1960s, the small southern German machine manufacturer became a globally active group with numerous subsidiaries. He also had the pioneering idea for a multi-functional vertical turning centre. In addition, Heßbrüggen decisively shaped the values of EMAG, from the motivating personnel culture to the great social commitment to the promotion of apprentices. Direct interaction with the people at EMAG was always close to his heart.

"The entire company bids farewell to Norbert Heßbrüggen with deep gratitude and great respect. We will always remember him. We extend our sincere condolences to his family," the company said in a statement.