Annual Shareholders' Meeting 2026
The Annual Shareholders’ Meeting took place on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 10 a.m. (CEST) as an in-person event. You will find all relevant press materials on this page.
Where?
Hanover Congress Center
Theodor-Heuss-Platz 1-3
30175 Hanover, Germany
When?
10 a.m. (CEST): Start of the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting and live stream.
11 a.m. (CEST): Publication of the press release on Christian Kötz’ speech.
You can read CEO Christian Kötz's speech of the Annual Shareholders' Meeting here: Charting New Paths. - pdf (302KB)
Continental Bids Farewell to Supervisory Board Chairman Wolfgang Reitzle
At today’s Annual Shareholders’ Meeting in Hanover, Continental bid farewell to long-standing chairman of the Supervisory Board, Wolfgang Reitzle. As announced, Reitzle stepped down after 16 years at the helm of the Supervisory Board. “As chairman of the Supervisory Board, you have helped shape the company with determination and foresight. That requires not only the will to lead, but also courage. For that, you deserve our gratitude and respect,” said Sabrina Soussan, designated chair of the Supervisory Board. Continental CEO Christian Kötz also paid tribute to Reitzle’s achievements: “Without your personal dedication, Continental would not be where it is today. You have led us to the threshold of this new, exciting chapter. You provided crucial impetus for the clear strategic direction of our group sectors and for their independence." At the same time, he added: “I am looking forward to a trustful exchange with Sabrina Soussan and to the next steps we will take together.”
Click here for the complete press release.
Recording
Recording of the speech by CEO Christian Kötz at the Annual Shareholders' Meeting.
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For more information about shareholder documents – such as the invitation, agenda, 2025 fiscal year information and the Executive Board and Supervisory Board remuneration system – visit Investor Relations.
