Armin Papperger — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Named "best CEO of 2025" by the British business magazine The Economist
Serves as CEO of Rheinmetall AG, an automotive and arms manufacturer
Reportedly the target of a Russian assassination plot in 2024
Criticized Ukrainian drone production, stating it's "like playing with Lego without any technological breakthrough"

Biography

Armin Theodor Papperger, born on January 30, 1963, is a German business executive who serves as the CEO of Rheinmetall AG. Rheinmetall is known as an automotive and arms manufacturer. His leadership at the company has brought him significant recognition, including being named the best CEO of 2025 by the British business magazine The Economist.