Sensata Technologies Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

Stephan von Schuckmann Brings Extensive Experience in E-Mobility, Automotive, and Industrial Technology to Sensata

Sensata Technologies Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

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Sensata Technologies (NYSE: ST), a global industrial technology company and leading provider of sensors, sensor-rich solutions and electrical protection devices used in mission-critical systems to help its customers address increasingly complex engineering and operating performance requirements, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Stephan von Schuckmann as its new Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) effective January 1, 2025. Mr. von Schuckmann will also become a member of the Board at that time.

Mr. von Schuckmann has more than 20 years of global automotive and industrials experience. Most recently, he was a Member of the Board of Management at ZF Friedrichshafen AG (“ZF Group”) with global leadership responsibility of its electric mobility division, the largest division within ZF Group with annual revenue of more than $12 billion. Additionally, Mr. von Schuckmann oversaw the Asia Pacific region and global procurement operations.

Andrew Teich, Chairman of the Board of Sensata, said, “On behalf of the Sensata Board of Directors, I am excited to welcome Stephan as our new CEO. At the conclusion of our thorough search process, the Board unanimously approved Stephan’s appointment. His extensive experience in the automotive and industrial sectors, including both conventional and electrified powertrains, gives us confidence that Sensata will execute strongly against the opportunities before us. Stephan has an exceptional track record of value creation, and we look forward to his leadership at Sensata.”

Incoming CEO Stephan von Schuckmann said, “I am very excited to be joining Sensata at this pivotal time in its growth cycle. With a long tenure of innovative product development focused on providing high-value sensor and electrical protection solutions, I believe Sensata is uniquely positioned to support its customers with applications that meet the needs of a safer, cleaner, and more efficient world. Sensata possesses many strengths, not the least of which are its longstanding customer relationships, global manufacturing footprint, and an outstanding team of dedicated employees. I look forward to working with the team to deliver value for all constituents.”

Mr. Teich added, “I would also like to thank Martha Sullivan, for stepping back into the CEO role on an interim basis and for her leadership in the search for a new CEO. Her decades of experience and dedication to Sensata ensured that the Company would continue to execute during this period of transition. In addition to her continuing role on the Board, she has graciously agreed to act as a special advisor to Stephan as he assumes his new responsibilities.”

About Stephan Von Schuckmann

Stephan Von Schuckmann has over 20 years of expertise as a global industry leader. He possesses a robust industrial, commercial, and financial background which has uniquely prepared him to lead Sensata by capitalizing on opportunities and navigating the challenges of its diverse industries. He also brings a proven track record in driving business transformations on a global scale, most notably the transition from conventional to electric powertrains at ZF Group.

In addition to his most recent responsibilities leading ZF Group’s electric mobility division, procurement operations, and Asia Pacific region, his prior roles at ZF Group include CEO of Car Powertrain and Electric Mobility; CFO of the Car Powertrain Technology Division; VP of Restructuring and Improvement in the Car Powertrain Technology Division; VP of Aftermarket and Military for Robert Bosch Automotive Steering; and MD and Plant Manager for Robert Bosch Automotive Steering.

He holds a master’s degree of Commerce in Accounting & Finance from Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, and completed undergraduate studies in economics at Ruprecht-Karls-University of Heidelberg and in engineering at the University of Paderborn.

About Sensata Technologies

Sensata Technologies is a global industrial technology company striving to create a safer, cleaner, more efficient and electrified world. Through its broad portfolio of mission-critical sensors, electrical protection components and sensor-rich solutions, Sensata helps its customers address increasingly complex engineering and operating performance requirements. With more than 19,000 employees and global operations in 15 countries, Sensata serves customers in the automotive, heavy vehicle & off-road, industrial, and aerospace markets. Learn more at www.sensata.com and follow Sensata on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram.

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