ZF Group has announced the resignation of Dr. Christian Brenneke as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, effective November 4, 2025. Simultaneously, Mr. Ivan Brajdic has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive & Non-Independent), effective November 5, 2025. These changes reflect adjustments in the company’s board composition.
Leadership Transition
ZF Group has announced changes to its Board of Directors. Dr. Christian Brenneke has resigned from his position as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, effective as of the close of business hours on November 4, 2025. His resignation is due to increased personal and professional commitments related to his role as Head of U-Division (Electronic and ADAS) within the ZF Group.
New Director Appointed
To fill the vacancy, the Board has approved the appointment of Mr. Ivan Brajdic as an Additional Director (Non-Executive & Non-Independent). This appointment took effect on November 5, 2025.
Ivan Brajdic: A Profile
Mr. Brajdic brings over 25 years of experience in the high-tech sector, with a strong track record in the automotive industry. He has held global leadership positions and possesses strengths in strategic thinking and intercultural competence.
Brajdic’s Career Highlights
Key roles include:
- Managing Director of ZF CV Systems Global GmbH (since October 2024).
- Nomination as a Member of the Supervisory Board of ZF CVCS India Limited (since October 2024).
- Senior Vice President Research & Development (R&D) for ZF CVS (from 2024).
- Director R&D EMEA & Technical Project Management (TPJM) for ZF CVS (from 2020).
- Director R&D APAC for WABCO China (from 2018).
Prior to these roles, Mr. Brajdic held key positions at WABCO, Ricardo Germany, Mercedes-AMG GmbH, and DaimlerChrysler AG.
Source: BSE
