Semikron takes full control of electric and hybrid vehicle developer Compact Dynamics

At the same time, Semikron International GmbH has appointed, with immediate effect, Oliver Blamberger as the General Manager of Compact Dynamics. From March 1 2013, Mr Blamberger will be the solely responsible business manager for Compact Dynamics, while closely co-operating with the mother company.

Semikron’s aim is to develop innovative, lightweight and compact systems with high efficiency, in order to meet the ever-increasing demand for highly compact drives combining state-of-the-art power electronics and control systems. The drive systems are optimised for use in hybrid and electric vehicles such as cars, busses and utility vehicles, as well as construction, forest, agricultural systems and forklift trucks.

I am proud to be holding a key position within such a highly innovative and exciting field of technology, said Mr Blamberger. We are delighted to have found in Mr Blamberger an experienced business leader to lead our innovative team into the future, said former business owners, Maximilian Eck, Bernhard Hoffmann and Dr. Andreas Gründl.