“Europe in Transition” – An Interview with Christian Grosspointner, CEO AICHELIN Group

Europe is facing major economic and technological challenges. In an interview with the trade magazine PROZESSWÄRME, Christian Grosspointner, CEO of the AICHELIN Group, explains why “Europe must now wake up from its slumber” to regain its industrial strength.

With a clear strategy based on consistent localization, targeted digitalization, and innovative strength, Christian Grosspointner is steering the Austrian heritage company AICHELIN Group safely through Europe’s industrial transformation. He also highlights the opportunities in emerging technologies such as battery recycling, coating, and digital twins, as well as in the “Service as a Product” concept.

Christian Grosspointner also takes a clear stance on sustainability: Instead of focusing on superficial measures, AICHELIN follows a realistic, data-driven approach to measurably improve energy use and efficiency - a strong commitment to responsible industrial policy and technological progress.