Bosch Rexroth and HydraForce Present New Leadership for the Compact Hydraulics Business Unit

Bosch Rexroth and HydraForce establish a new leadership structure for its Compact Hydraulics Business Unit. The new framework integrates strategic appointments in key roles, creating a complete and future-oriented team capable of responding with agility to market changes.

The leadership of the Bosch Rexroth Compact Hydraulics Business Unit has been assumed by Matthias Goebel, formerly senior vice president of the Sales Unit Europe South. Goebel officially took office on January 1, 2026, at the Lincolnshire, IL, location.

Throughout his managerial career, Goebel has built a deep understanding of international business dynamics, making a decisive contribution to business development in Europe and strengthening relationships with key customers. His new role is a key element in the Business Unit's organizational design, aimed at further enhancing global coordination.

Evolution of the Global Sales Structure

Angelo D’Ammando, previously vice president sales mobile hydraulics and head of sales mobile hydraulics Italy in the Sales Unit Europe South, has assumed the position of vice president sales for the Compact Hydraulics Business Unit, based in Lincolnshire, IL. D’Ammando brings solid experience from the Mobile Hydraulics sector, marked by a constant commitment to overseeing key markets, developing new opportunities, and leading the sales team through phases of growth and consolidation.

Appointments in Manufacturing

In line with the strengthening of the global structure, as of January 1, 2026, Uwe Czychy, senior vice president technical of the Sales Unit North and Central America based in Charlotte, NC, has assumed the role of senior vice president manufacturing for the Compact Hydraulics Business Unit. Czychy brings extensive experience in technical and operational activities, gained through key international assignments in Asia, Germany, and Europe, which complements his recent leadership role in North America. This diverse background informs his approach focused on quality, standardization, and production flows geared towards operational excellence. His appointment represents a significant step in defining an increasingly integrated and international production model.

Strategic Continuity and Innovation in Engineering

Completing the leadership team and ensuring technological continuity, Alessandro Fantini is confirmed in his strategic role as vice president engineering. His continued role represents a fundamental pillar for the business unit, ensuring stability and vision in product innovation. His leadership of the engineering department is a key element for the success of the new organizational structure and for maintaining engineering excellence.

Evolution of the Finance and Administration Function and Conclusion of the PMI Phase
Antonio Cunha, vice president finance and administration of the compact hydraulics business unit and head of the task force supply chain management, will take on a new assignment at the end of March 2026.

Succession Entrusted to Ugo Caratti

From April 1, 2026, the Finance and Administration function will be entrusted to Ugo Caratti, currently vice president finance and administration of the Sales Unit Europe South and vice president Commercial Responsibility Italy. Caratti began this transition to his new role in January while retaining his current responsibilities until March 31. His entry into the Business Unit will further consolidate the alignment of financial processes across regions, promoting greater global integration.

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