# Everllence appoints Fabian Kley as Chief Financial Officer

- **Source:** https://pelavox.com/everllence-appoints-fabian-kley-as-chief-financial-officer/
- **Publisher:** pelavox. (The voice of shipping)
- **Author:** Helena Pierce
- **Published:** 2026-10-31T17:00:00+00:00
- **Updated:** 2026-10-30T09:19:41+00:00
- **Section:** Business / Leadership Moves
- **Type:** News
- **Topics:** Bain Capital, Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Leadership, Everllence, Executive Appointments, Fabian Kley, MAN Energy Solutions, Marine Engines, Marine Technology, Volkswagen Group

Everllence has appointed Dr Fabian Kley as Chief Financial Officer and a member of its Executive Board, effective 1 November 2026, as the German marine and energy technology company prepares for a new ownership structure involving Bain Capital.

Kley has already been responsible for the company’s finance operations since March 2026, serving as Finance Director and an authorised representative of the Executive Board. His appointment formalises his responsibilities at board level following several years in senior strategy and corporate development positions.

The 46-year-old executive joined Everllence in 2019 and most recently served as Senior Vice President responsible for Corporate Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions. During his tenure, he has been involved in the company’s strategic development and preparations for the planned change in ownership.

Hauke Stars, Chairwoman of Everllence’s Supervisory Board, said Kley had played an important role in preparing the company’s finance organisation for the ownership transition and its future collaboration with Bain Capital.

According to Stars, his responsibilities have also included modernising the finance function and developing the company’s reporting and management systems.

### Appointment comes amid ownership transition

The appointment follows the agreement announced in June 2026 under which Bain Capital plans to acquire a majority stake in Everllence from Volkswagen Group.

Under the proposed transaction, Bain Capital would acquire 51% of the company, while Volkswagen would retain a 49% interest. The transaction remains subject to the applicable closing conditions and regulatory requirements.

Everllence Chief Executive Officer Dr Uwe Lauber said Kley had contributed to the company’s strategic transformation and played a leading operational role in preparations for the ownership change.

Before joining Everllence, Kley worked at strategy consultancy Booz & Company and energy technology company Schlumberger. He holds a doctorate in energy economics from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology and an MBA from the University of North Carolina.

Everllence, formerly known as MAN Energy Solutions, develops large engines, marine propulsion systems, turbomachinery and energy technology solutions for maritime and industrial applications.

The appointment places Kley in charge of the company’s financial operations as Everllence continues its organisational transformation and prepares for the next stage of its ownership transition.

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