AUMOVIO Appoints Laurent Fabre as CCO
AUMOVIO has appointed Laurent Fabre as its first Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to strengthen global sales operations and drive a more customer-oriented strategy. This appointment reflects the company's growth and focus on enhancing its commercial performance.
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- 📰 Published: April 4, 2026 at 00:00
Wheel Brake Solutions (WBS) lead Laurent Fabre to take over as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) on April 1, 2026
AUMOVIO establishes CCO position to further strengthen collaboration in global sales activities
CEO Philippe von Hirschheydt: "We aim to realize a more customer-oriented and efficient sales organization."
This press release is an abridged translation of the press release issued in Frankfurt, Germany, on March 31, 2026, local time. In case of any discrepancy between the Japanese translation and the original English text, the original text shall take precedence.
AUMOVIO announces that Laurent Fabre, who leads the Wheel Brake Solutions (WBS) division of the Safety & Motion business unit (SAM), will assume the newly established position of CCO effective April 1, 2026. Fabre will report directly to AUMOVIO CEO Philippe von Hirschheydt and will oversee all sales activities in North America, Asia, and Europe.
Comment from CEO Philippe von Hirschheydt
"We are very pleased to welcome Laurent Fabre to the new position of CCO. Mr. Fabre has extensive experience in the automotive industry and a deep understanding of customer needs. We are confident that he will lead our sales activities with strong leadership, driving the realization of a more customer-oriented and efficient sales organization."
Laurent Fabre has over 25 years of international leadership experience in the automotive industry. After obtaining a degree in Microelectronics engineering from INSA Toulouse in France, he began his career at Siemens Automotive in 1997. He subsequently held key positions at Siemens VDO and Synerject SAS, building a track record in business development, sales, and sales strategy.
Following the acquisition of both companies by Continental, he held positions such as Head of the Electronic Chassis Components division. Most recently, at our company, he served as Head of the Passive Safety And Sensorix division.
Comment from the new CCO, Laurent Fabre
"AUMOVIO has a strong product portfolio and deep customer relationships, and we aim to further enhance our sales performance in the future. I am grateful for this opportunity and am confident that by integrating our global sales activities under a single leadership, we will be able to respond more quickly and consistently, providing even greater value to our customers. We will work closely with the team towards the next stage of growth."
About AUMOVIO
AUMOVIO spun off from the Continental Group's automotive division in September 2025 and operates as an independent technology company. It possesses extensive expertise in sensor solutions, displays, brake and comfort systems, as well as software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), contributing to the realization of safe, attractive, connected, and automated mobility.
In fiscal year 2025, the company achieved sales of 18.5 billion Euros. Its headquarters are located in Frankfurt am Main. AUMOVIO has approximately 82,000 employees in over 80 locations worldwide.
AUMOVIO establishes CCO position to further strengthen collaboration in global sales activities
CEO Philippe von Hirschheydt: "We aim to realize a more customer-oriented and efficient sales organization."
This press release is an abridged translation of the press release issued in Frankfurt, Germany, on March 31, 2026, local time. In case of any discrepancy between the Japanese translation and the original English text, the original text shall take precedence.
AUMOVIO announces that Laurent Fabre, who leads the Wheel Brake Solutions (WBS) division of the Safety & Motion business unit (SAM), will assume the newly established position of CCO effective April 1, 2026. Fabre will report directly to AUMOVIO CEO Philippe von Hirschheydt and will oversee all sales activities in North America, Asia, and Europe.
Comment from CEO Philippe von Hirschheydt
"We are very pleased to welcome Laurent Fabre to the new position of CCO. Mr. Fabre has extensive experience in the automotive industry and a deep understanding of customer needs. We are confident that he will lead our sales activities with strong leadership, driving the realization of a more customer-oriented and efficient sales organization."
Laurent Fabre has over 25 years of international leadership experience in the automotive industry. After obtaining a degree in Microelectronics engineering from INSA Toulouse in France, he began his career at Siemens Automotive in 1997. He subsequently held key positions at Siemens VDO and Synerject SAS, building a track record in business development, sales, and sales strategy.
Following the acquisition of both companies by Continental, he held positions such as Head of the Electronic Chassis Components division. Most recently, at our company, he served as Head of the Passive Safety And Sensorix division.
Comment from the new CCO, Laurent Fabre
"AUMOVIO has a strong product portfolio and deep customer relationships, and we aim to further enhance our sales performance in the future. I am grateful for this opportunity and am confident that by integrating our global sales activities under a single leadership, we will be able to respond more quickly and consistently, providing even greater value to our customers. We will work closely with the team towards the next stage of growth."
About AUMOVIO
AUMOVIO spun off from the Continental Group's automotive division in September 2025 and operates as an independent technology company. It possesses extensive expertise in sensor solutions, displays, brake and comfort systems, as well as software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), contributing to the realization of safe, attractive, connected, and automated mobility.
In fiscal year 2025, the company achieved sales of 18.5 billion Euros. Its headquarters are located in Frankfurt am Main. AUMOVIO has approximately 82,000 employees in over 80 locations worldwide.
FAQ
What is the main purpose of establishing the CCO position?
To strengthen collaboration in global sales activities and realize a more customer-oriented and efficient organization.
Who is Laurent Fabre and what is his background?
He leads AUMOVIO's WBS division and has over 25 years of international leadership experience in the automotive industry.
What kind of company is AUMOVIO?
A technology company spun off from the former Continental Group, contributing to the realization of safe and connected mobility.