November 2, 2009

Pfäffikon, Switzerland: Oerlikon Solar Appoints Interim Chief Executive Officer

Dr Jürg Henz, senior manager of the Oerlikon Group for many years and head of the business unit Oerlikon Solar Thin Film, is appointed interim CEO of the Oerlikon Solar segment with immediate effect.

Jeannine Sargent, who took over responsibility for the Oerlikon Solar business in 2007, is leaving the company.

With his vast experience Dr Jürg Henz will ensure the continuity of the Oerlikon solar business. He reports directly to the Executive Board of Oerlikon Group.

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