Lecco, 12 January 2025 – Fiocchi Group, a global manufacturer of small-calibre ammunition headquartered in Italy and part of the global industrial and technology group Czechoslovak Group (CSG), announces the appointment of Alexander Ruestig as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). At the same time, Hannes Dikhoff joins the management team as Civil Market Sales & Marketing Director.

Fiocchi Group, which includes Fiocchi Munizioni, Baschieri & Pellagri brand and the UK-based company Lyalvale Express, is part of CSG’s Ammo+ division. Both appointments are in line with Fiocchi’s strategy to further strengthen its organizational and managerial structure.

Alexander Ruestig brings extensive experience in senior executive roles at leading international companies, primarily German, operating in the ammunition and automotive sectors. His appointment is aimed at consolidating Fiocchi’s strong performance in Italy and further developing results across Europe and globally.

Hannes Dikhoff is an executive with more than twenty years of experience in the ammunition industry. Prior to joining Fiocchi Group, he served as Director of Ammunition at Blaser Group GmbH. Reporting directly to CEO Alexander Ruestig, Dikhoff will be responsible for sales of Fiocchi and Baschieri & Pellagri brands in the civilian markets. He will also have direct responsibility for Area Managers and Customer Service teams operating in Lecco, the headquarters of Fiocchi Munizioni, and in Castenaso, home to Baschieri & Pellagri’s production facilities. In addition, he will oversee the implementation of the new Ammo+ division distribution strategy for the distribution of Fiocchi and Kinetic Group civil products outside the United States and Canada.

“Our goal is to continue building on Fiocchi’s 150-year tradition as a strong family-founded company. From the two newly appointed managers, both with proven experience, we therefore expect the continued delivery of Fiocchi’s strong performance in Italy, with a clear focus on driving and developing further sales growth across Europe and worldwide,” said Petr Marijczuk, CEO of CSG’s Ammo+ division. “Their contribution will also be instrumental in supporting the growth of Kinetic Group’s product sales in the relevant territories.”

“It is an honor to take the helm of Fiocchi Group, a company with an extraordinary history, iconic brands and a globally recognised reputation for excellence,” said Alexander Ruestig, CEO of Fiocchi Group. “My goal will be to consolidate the Group’s strong position in Italy and Europe, while accelerating development in international markets and enhancing the outstanding heritage of expertise, people and innovation that defines Fiocchi.”

Fiocchi Group and the Ammo+ division wish Alexander Ruestig and Hannes Dikhoff every success in their respective roles, confident in a productive and long-term collaboration within the division, which also includes Kinetic Group, a global leader in the small-calibre ammunition sector.