German Prosthetics Manufacturer: Ottobock's Million-Euro Business in Russia – These Details Raise Questions
Ottobock earns millions in Russia. Company heiress Georgia Näder emphasises that they supply 'only civilians' there. But investigations show that prostheses apparently also end up with Russian soldiers, some of whom are even back in action at the front.
2025-04-16
9 min read
Saving because of high debts? Not with Hans Georg Näder
Internal figures show how high debts are weighing on the prosthesis manufacturer Ottobock. Its owner apparently does not want to save money - and continues to supply Russia.
2025-02-14
9 min read
The Russian business of prosthesis patriarch Hans Georg Näder
An analysis of customs and import data shows that the Ottobock Group supplies Russian partners to a considerable extent. Patriarch Hans Georg Näder prefers to talk about his commitment to Ukraine.
2025-01-28
3 min read
Ottobock's Hans Georg Näder's brutal fight with the IG Metall union
The prosthetics manufacturer Ottobock attempts to terminate a works council member, sends registered letters to union representatives, and now even threatens legal action against IG Metall
2024-11-11
4 min read
Ottobock: The Full Extent of EQT's Investment Disappointment
Private equity firm EQT's investment in prosthetics manufacturer Ottobock, led by volatile majority shareholder Hans Georg Näder, has ended in what can only be described as a debacle. Internal documents reveal a significant disconnect between expectations and reality.
2024-10-01
3 min read
Ottobock's Failed IPO: Private Equity Investor EQT Exits with Government Bond-Level Returns
Prosthetics manufacturer Ottobock withdraws IPO plans as Swedish investor EQT divests 20% stake amid disappointing performance
2024-10-01
1 min read
Employee Letter Escalates the Conflict at Ottobock
At the prosthetics manufacturer Ottobock, a conflict is simmering between management and the union. An internal letter to the workforce now reveals just how heated the atmosphere truly is. It revolves around the union's advance within the company – and a mouse comic.
2024-08-18
4 min read
Hans Georg Näder's Penchant for Luxury Risks Ottobock's Corporate Health
Hans Georg Näder's Penchant for Luxury Risks Ottobock's Corporate Health. Prosthetics Billionaire's Mounting Troubles Converge in Unsightly Espionage Scandal
2024-07-29
5 min read