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VW Supervisory Board Reappoints Marianne Heiß and Approves Cost-Cutting Measures

Volkswagen has appointed Marianne Heiß to the supervisory board. Immediately afterward, cost-cutting measures were unanimously approved, though details remain unclear.

3 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Volkswagen has appointed Marianne Heiß to the supervisory board to fill a vacant seat on the ownership side. This occurs ahead of important decisions scheduled for Friday. Heiß's appointment comes amid an ongoing power struggle regarding the company's restructuring.

Following Marianne Heiß's appointment, the VW supervisory board unanimously approved cost-cutting measures. The company has not provided details on these measures, leaving unclear what specific steps will be taken.

Additionally, the supervisory board announced that a restructuring plan has been approved. The board and the supervisory board emphasized that the implementation of the future plan is essential to ensure the long-term competitiveness of the Volkswagen Group.

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