X-FAB announces CEO succession plan

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COO Damien Macq to become Chief Executive Officer TESSENDERLO-HAM, Belgium, October 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: X-FAB (BOURSE: XFAB) X-FAB, the leading analog/mixed-signal and specialty foundry, today announced that Rudi De Winter, Chief Executive Officer, will step down from his role on February 6, 2026. The Board of Directors has unanimously appointed Damien Macq, currently Chief Operating Officer, as the new CEO starting the same day. Subject to shareholder approval at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting in April 2026, he will also join the Board of Directors. Rudi De Winter, who has held the roles of Co-CEO since 2011 and CEO since 2014, will continue to serve on the Board of Directors. He will collaborate closely with Damien Macq in the coming months and beyond to facilitate a seamless and successful transition. "Leading the number one European foundry has been an honor," said Rudi De Winter. "I am proud of what we have accomplished together and confident that Damien Macq is the right leader to take the company forward. His long experience in the semiconductor industry in various roles, proven operational leadership, and strategic vision make him ideally suited for this role. I look forward to supporting him." Damien Macq joined X-FAB in April 2023 as COO. Under his leadership, the company has strengthened its operational capabilities and expanded its capacities. "I am deeply honored to be appointed CEO of X-FAB," said Damien Macq. "I really appreciate the trust of Rudi and from the Board of Directors of X-FAB and look forward to working with our talented team to build on our strong foundation and drive the next chapter of profitable innovation and growth." The succession plan is the result of a comprehensive process led by the Board of Directors, ensuring a seamless leadership transition aligned with the company’s strategic priorities. Damien Macq – short bio Damien Macq was born in 1966. He became X-FAB’s Group COO in 2023 overseeing site expansions, sales, quality, and global operations. He previously served as VP & General Manager at Melexis’ Sense and Light business unit, serving automotive, smart building, and medical markets. Prior to Melexis, Damien held executive roles in fabless and IDM semiconductor companies across Europe and the USA, delivering market-leading solutions for smartpho...

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