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Dr. Björn Dietrich appointed new CEO of Compleo and vaylens

Experienced KOSTAL Group executive brings extensive industry expertise

Dortmund/Germany, February 3, 2025 – Since February 1, 2025, Dr. Björn Dietrich has been the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Compleo Charging Solutions, a leading provider of charging technology for electric vehicles in Europe, and vaylens, an international provider of software solutions for charging and energy infrastructure – both part of the KOSTAL Group. He succeeds Joerg Lohr, who is stepping down as CEO of Compleo and vaylens at his own request. Lohr will remain in an advisory role until the end of February 2025 to ensure a smooth transition. 

Compleo and vaylens are key players in the KOSTAL Group's electromobility strategy. Their products and services play a crucial role in developing innovative solutions for charging infrastructure and promoting sustainable mobility. With Dietrich, an experienced leader takes the helm of both companies. He has been with the KOSTAL Group since 2010, demonstrating his expertise in various leadership roles. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President Quality, where he played a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality standards, driving innovation, and overseeing critical reorganization efforts. Additionally, Dietrich is a member of the Executive Board of KOSTAL Automobil Elektrik GmbH & Co. KG. 

Dietrich brings extensive experience in the field of electromobility. Through his previous roles, he has developed deep expertise in the development of technologies for electric and hybrid vehicles. His vision for Compleo and vaylens is to build on their existing successes, further leverage the potential of the KOSTAL Group, strengthen synergies, and continue positioning both companies as leading players in the electromobility market. 

"I am excited to work alongside the teams at Compleo and vaylens to drive electromobility forward – one of the most exciting future topics of our time. My goal is to establish both companies as key players within the KOSTAL Group and, in doing so, make a meaningful contribution to a more sustainable future," says Dietrich. 

 

About Compleo 

Compleo Charging Solutions is one of Europe's leading providers of charging technology for electric vehicles. As part of the KOSTAL Group, the company supports its business customers with a diverse range of charging stations, including AC, DC, and HPC chargers, as well as the market’s first DC charging stations compliant with calibration laws. Headquartered in Dortmund, Compleo serves a broad customer base, including Allego, Clever, EWE Go, Deutsche Telekom, Siemens, and more than 300 municipal utilities across Germany. compleo-charging.com/en/  

About vaylens

vaylens GmbH develops innovative software and SaaS solutions for the commercialization and management of electric vehicle charging stations. The company supports operators in managing, controlling, and monitoring their charging infrastructure while providing technical support and training to ensure customers maximize the benefits of vaylens products. Headquartered in Dortmund, vaylens is part of the KOSTAL Group, alongside its hardware-focused sister company, Compleo Charging Solutions. vaylens.com

Press Contact 

Katrin Osburg 
presse@compleo-cs.com

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