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Aarburg, 6/9/26

Franke mourns the loss of Alexander Pieper

With great sadness, we have to inform you that Alexander Pieper, our valued and respected Chairman of the Board of Franke and son of our owner Michael Pieper, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday in Switzerland following a heart attack. We are deeply shaken by this tragic loss. His death profoundly affects our company and all those who had the privilege of working with him.

Over many years, Alexander Pieper shaped Franke with foresight, dedication, and genuine warmth. His contributions and his personality will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time. We extend our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to them.

We kindly ask you to respect the family’s privacy and to give them the space they need during this exceptionally difficult period.

The operational business activities of the Franke Group continue in an orderly manner. Its leadership and governing bodies remain fully operational as a whole.

 

Franke Group, headquartered in Aarburg, Switzerland, is a leading global manufacturer and provider of solutions and equipment for household kitchens as well as for the professional foodservice sector and coffee preparation. The company is present worldwide and employs around 7,600 people in 33 countries. Net sales amount to approximately 2.05 billion Swiss francs. Franke Group is owned by Artemis Group, Switzerland. More information at franke.com.

Alexander Pieper

Franke mourns the loss of Chairman of the Board Alexander Pieper (1983 – 2026).

Corrado Mura

Gabriele Hepp

Head of Communications

+41 62 787 33 58