BERLIN: Mercedes-Benz wants to extend chief executive Ola Kaellenius' contract, a source with knowledge of the matter said today, confirming a report in the Handelsblatt business daily.
The person said no surprises were expected on the question of another term for Kaellenius, which would keep the 54-year-old at the helm of the German carmaker until at least mid-2029.
Kaellenius' contract is currently set to expire in May 2024.
Handelsblatt reported that a supervisory board decision was expected on the matter this summer.
The company had no immediate comment.
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