Wiener Stadtwerke GmbH in the news

Alexander Kirchner will become the third managing director and chairman of Wien Energie's management board on January 1, 2027, bringing his expertise in renewable energy and grid infrastructure.

The STANDARD, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Spar, and Wiener Stadtwerke, organized a major media literacy training program, emphasizing critical thinking and truth-seeking in the digital age.

Alexander Hoor, former spokesperson for Wien Energie, is the new Head of Communications for Wiener Stadtwerke, overseeing corporate communications and brand management.

Wiener Stadtwerke welcomed 228 new apprentices, bringing their total to around 700 across various technical and service professions, with high demand and strong retention rates.

Wiener Stadtwerke partnered with Servus Media to launch a new employee magazine called "Teamwerke" available in print and digital, supported by a new website.

WienIT is developing an AI-based knowledge management platform within the Wiener Stadtwerke Group to improve efficiency, focusing on user-friendliness, data security, and wide adoption.

Wiener Stadtwerke has launched a new employee magazine, 'Teamwerke,' in collaboration with Servus Media, to improve internal communication and employee engagement.

Wiener Stadtwerke revamped its employee magazine "Teamwerke" in partnership with Servus Media, offering it in print and digital formats to enhance internal communication for its 19,000 employees.

Wiener Stadtwerke's CEO highlights renewable energy as crucial for resilience against global crises and climate change.

Peter Weinelt, CEO of Wiener Stadtwerke, calls for a bipartisan approach to wind power and discusses the impact of heat on urban infrastructure and industrial opportunities in the energy transition.

Peter Weinelt, Secretary General of Wiener Stadtwerke, discusses the challenges of urban infrastructure due to heat and sees the energy transition as an opportunity for Austrian industry.

Wiener Stadtwerke is investing heavily in expanding cooling infrastructure and upgrading public transport to combat rising summer temperatures and electricity demands in Vienna.

Wiener Stadtwerke CEO Peter Weinelt advocates for renewable energy investments to build resilience against global crises and achieve energy independence, with plans to phase out gas heating by 2040.

Wiener Stadtwerke CEO Peter Weinelt stresses that investing in renewable energies is crucial for resilience against global crises and aims to transition Vienna's energy supply away from fossil fuels by 2040.

Wiener Stadtwerke commits to accelerating renewable energy investments and phasing out gas heating by 2040 to enhance energy independence and resilience against global crises.

Wiener Stadtwerke's acquisition of wind power operator Imwind could cost up to 1.5 billion euros due to previously undisclosed clauses, raising questions about the strategic value and financial viability of the deal amidst challenges in the wind energy sector.

An investigation found that the City of Vienna systematically bypassed legal tender requirements for executive positions in over 60 municipal companies, including energy and infrastructure subsidiaries.

Karl Gruber, an experienced energy manager, will become the new CEO of ImWind Group in May 2026, focusing on accelerating renewable energy expansion.

Wiener Stadtwerke is advertising two management positions, including for finance, real estate, and legal affairs, with an application deadline of April 15, as a routine process for state-affiliated companies.

Wiener Stadtwerke has three remaining apprenticeship spots for 2026 in electrical engineering, track construction, and design, with a strong focus on attracting women to technical roles.