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Burkle's Marco Schaible Joins VDMA Photovoltaic Equipment Division’s Executive Board
December 13, 2024 | Burkle AmericaEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Burkle America is proud to announce that Marco Schaible, our Vice President of PV and Glass Solutions, has been confirmed as a member of the new Executive Board for the VDMA’s Photovoltaic Production Equipment Division. This appointment reflects Marco’s exceptional expertise and commitment to advancing innovation and competitiveness in the German-European solar machinery industry.
The confirmation took place during the VDMA Photovoltaic Equipment Division’s board meeting on December 5, where regular elections were held to appoint the new leadership team. Marco Schaible joins an esteemed group of industry leaders who are united in their mission to strengthen the global standing of German-European photovoltaic machinery manufacturing.
Together with the other board members, Marco Schaible will work to:
- Secure the competitiveness of German-European solar machinery manufacturing amidst growing global competition.
- Promote innovation and advance research collaborations with universities and industry partners.
- Advocate for the interests of PV machinery manufacturers at both national and EU levels.
- Strengthen knowledge transfer, set new industry standards, and develop initiatives to address skilled labor shortages.
The VDMA’s Photovoltaic Equipment Division, recognized as a leading voice for the industry, focuses on fostering collaboration and innovation to ensure sustainable growth and a robust supply chain for photovoltaic technologies.
Burkle America congratulates Marco Schaible and all newly elected board members on their appointments. We look forward to supporting Marco in his efforts to contribute to the board’s vision of re-establishing PV production with German and European technologies, driving exports, and ensuring a resilient supply of energy solutions.
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