According to a press release issued by the Union of Luxembourg Enterprises (UEL), Marc Lauer has been appointed as incoming president of the organisation and will officially take over from Michel Reckinger on 1 October 2026.
The UEL states that its board of directors designated Lauer for the role on 6 May 2026. At Reckinger's initiative, he will actively take part in the organisation's work over the coming months to prepare for a smooth handover of the presidency, according to the press release.
In its press release, the UEL notes that Reckinger expressed his wish to organise the transition after more than five years at the head of the employers' organisation.
The UEL states in its press release that Reckinger's presidency was marked by the strengthening of the UEL's areas of expertise, as well as several tripartite meetings and other national-level discussions.
In the press release, Reckinger thanked the UEL board members for the trust they had placed in him over the past years, during which he said he had been fully committed to supporting Luxembourg’s businesses and economy.
He is quoted as stating that he had informed the board of his wish to hand over the presidency at the end of his term and had wanted to launch a structured succession process early enough to ensure continuity and efficiency.
According to the press release, the search for a potential successor began at the start of 2026 and led to the selection of Marc Lauer. Lauer is vice-president of the Association of Insurance and Reinsurance Companies (ACA), which he previously chaired for seven years. He is also a full member of the plenary assembly of the Chamber of Commerce.
The UEL said this gives him strong knowledge of Luxembourg's economy, as well as of the organisation's own ecosystem and the wider network of employers' organisations.
Lauer said in the press release that he was approaching the new responsibility with commitment and optimism, in a context that remains complex and demanding. He also stressed the importance of strong, innovative, and competitive businesses as a key driver of a prosperous, socially balanced, and competitive Luxembourg.
In the current period of crisis, he said, constructive and respectful social dialogue was in the interest of both companies and their employees, and could help address the challenges ahead.
The announcement comes during a broader transition period for the UEL. According to the press release, following the departure of director Marc Wagener, effective 15 May, an interim governance structure has been put in place.
This structure is made up of members of the executive committee, each contributing according to their area of expertise. The UEL said the arrangement is intended to guarantee stability and continuity, particularly ahead of upcoming deadlines, including the next tripartite meeting.
