Stephan Schnabel

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Stephan Schnabel is the CEO and owner of HELM AG, the Hamburg-based, family-owned global chemicals and agriculture company. He became Chairman of the Executive Board in April 2020, succeeding Hans-Christian Sievers, and represents the third generation of the Schnabel family to lead the business.

Under Schnabel’s leadership, HELM operates across three major areas: chemicals, agriculture, and energy materials including lithium. The company has a global network spanning more than 30 countries and works across marketing, distribution, logistics, production, and technology partnerships. Schnabel has emphasized long-term partnerships, sustainable business development, innovation, and responsible growth as key elements of HELM’s strategy.

Schnabel has also been closely involved in HELM’s agricultural strategy, including the company’s focus on crop protection, fertilizers, biological solutions, digital agriculture, and plant-health technologies. HELM has invested in agricultural technology businesses such as CropX, reflecting its interest in precision agriculture and more efficient use of agricultural inputs.

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