MHC Mobility welcomes new Managing Director in Germany and Austria

Strengthening Operations and Driving Performance in the DACH Region

European mobility provider MHC Mobility is pleased to announce the appointment of Rainer Thies as Managing Director of its operations in Germany and Austria. Rainer succeeds Ryjan Rutgers, who will retire at the end of June after five years of dedicated leadership.

MHC Mobility DACH manages over 11,000 vehicles across Germany and Austria, offering flexible mobility solutions including car subscription, e-mobility and commercial vehicle rental.

With more than 25 years of experience in the German automotive and banking sectors including leadership roles at Santander Consumer Leasing, VCFS, and Athlon, Rainer brings with him strong commercial acumen, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of the local market.

"We are thrilled to welcome Rainer to our team," said Jon Lawes, Managing Director of MHC Mobility Europe. "His extensive experience and visionary leadership will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our operations and deliver exceptional value to our clients in Germany and Austria." Lawes added “We would like to express our sincere thanks to Ryjan for his invaluable contribution, dedication and hard work over the last 5 years.”

Rainer will lead the next phase of development for MHC Mobility DACH, with a focus on growth, innovation, customer experience and operational excellence.

"I’m excited to join MHC Mobility and lead its talented team in Germany and Austria," said Rainer. "I look forward to building on the company's strong foundation and driving its growth in these dynamic markets. Together with the team, I look forward to achieving new heights and setting benchmarks in the industry."

Driving Growth and Innovation

Rainer is focused on driving growth and innovation at MHC Mobility, leading expansion and evolving the product portfolio to enhance customer satisfaction. He will drive strategic initiatives to strengthen the company’s market position, with an emphasis on digital transformation, operational efficiency, and technology-led solutions. Central to this will be deepening partnerships with customers and key stakeholders.

"We are confident that Rainer's leadership will propel us to new heights," added Jon Lawes. "By fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, we aim to deliver sustainable growth and exceptional value to our stakeholders."