07 Oct HAT.tec Strengthens Leadership Team for European Expansion with Appointment of Chris Blättermann as CTO
Munich / Neubiberg, October 7, 2025 – HAT.tec (Human Autonomy Teaming Technologies), Europe’s leading software company for platform-independent mission management in civil and defense operations, has appointed Chris Blättermann as Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
The newly created position expands the leadership team around founders and Co-CEOs Fabian Schmitt and Yannick Brand, marking an important step as the company enters its next growth phase with a strong focus on European market expansion.
“The world is evolving rapidly, and the challenges in security and defense are becoming ever more dynamic and complex,” says Fabian Schmitt, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of HAT.tec. “We aim to make our software solutions available quickly and across Europe to contribute to successful, integrated missions for operational forces. We are therefore very pleased to welcome Chris Blättermann as CTO. His deep technical expertise, international background, and experience in founding and scaling technology companies make him the ideal addition to drive our technology and growth forward – fast, effectively, and with clear focus.”
“Current developments clearly show that one of the greatest opportunities in security and defense lies in Human Autonomy Teaming – the integrated operation of piloted and autonomous platforms,” adds Chris Blättermann, CTO of HAT.tec. “HAT.tec is a European leader in this field and is now entering its next growth stage. I’m excited to join at this pivotal time and to help shape the company’s future. Together, we make the difference – for security and defense in Europe.”
About Chris Blättermann
Chris Blättermann brings over 15 years of leadership experience in developing and commercializing complex software and technology systems. Most recently, he served as Head of Software & IT at VoltStorage, a developer of stationary energy storage solutions, where he was responsible for software development and IT infrastructure.
Previously, as VP Software Products at Wirelane, he led the development of software solutions for e-mobility. He also played a key role in scaling riskmethods from an early-stage startup to an international provider of risk management software, serving as CTO and helping guide the company to a successful exit.
Blättermann has also founded his own company – the payment app eDrixx – and gained international experience in Indonesia and the United States. He officially assumed his new role as CTO of HAT.tec on October 1, 2025.