Rhenus Group Enhances Leadership Team to Propel Transformation and Growth Initiatives

Starting April 1,2025,the Rhenus Group is shaking things up by promoting three seasoned professionals from within to its Management Board. Dr.Joana Bätz will oversee Human Resources, Sustainability, and Compliance; Jan Harnisch will take charge of Air & Ocean; and Dr. Marcus Ewig will manage Automotive along with Procurement, Health & Safety, and Quality Management.

This move to expand the Management Board signals RhenusS ambition to solidify its position as a top-tier global logistics player. By elevating these critical roles to the forefront of decision-making,Rhenus is doubling down on its commitment to growth in an ever-evolving market.
Over the last thirty years, this company has transformed from a modest German logistics firm into a leading family-owned provider worldwide. It now delivers robust supply chain solutions that adapt swiftly to various industry demands.Recognizing the complexities of today’s global logistics landscape and the need for sustainable practices has prompted Rhenus to enhance leadership at its highest levels—this board expansion is just one step in that direction.

“We’re thrilled to welcome these three talented leaders onto our Management Board,” shares Dr. Marco Schröter,chairman of Rhenus Group’s Supervisory Board.

“These appointments reflect our dedication to harnessing internal talent and expertise within Rhenus Group. Their collective experience will be crucial as we navigate changes in logistics while pursuing enterprising growth goals.”

Tobias Bartz, CEO of Rhenus Group adds: “By expanding our Management Board, we’re reinforcing our focus on people while ensuring we remain resilient for future generations. In light of geopolitical shifts and fast-changing markets, it’s vital that we provide customized logistics solutions tailored specifically for each industry.” He continues: “Having worked closely with these colleagues over many years has shown me their operational savvy and strategic insight align perfectly with our core values at Rhenus.”

The New Faces on the Board

The appointment of Dr. Joana Bätz highlights how much value Rhenus places on its workforce—the heart of its success story! As she takes charge of HR functions alongside Compliance and Sustainability efforts, her role is pivotal in steering long-term strategies for the group. With nearly twenty years under her belt in logistics (seven spent at Rhenus), she quickly climbed through ranks before becoming Group CHRO in 2022 where she revamped HR processes across all divisions while enhancing company culture through innovative tech solutions.

The Air & Ocean division now boasts Jan Harnisch as a board member after his impressive tenure since 2012 where he held various leadership positions including Global COO since 2020 before stepping into his current role as Global CEO last year! His contributions have been instrumental in expanding operations into new international territories while pushing forward digital transformation initiatives aimed at improving customer-centric services.

Paving his way onto the board is Dr. Marcus Ewig who previously served as CEO for Rhenus Automotive since 2017—his track record includes spearheading international expansions into markets like China and establishing joint ventures focused on battery lifecycle management! With extensive experience gained from previous roles at Porsche combined with his new responsibilities overseeing Procurement along with Health & Safety measures ensures he brings valuable insights across multiple sectors!