onderzoek naar nexperia opgeschort chinese ceo blijft buitenspel

2026-02-11 economie

Amsterdam, woensdag, 11 februari 2026.
Een Nederlandse rechtbank heeft officieel een onderzoek gelast naar de gang van zaken bij de halfgeleiderfabrikant Nexperia in Amsterdam. De Chinese CEO Zhang Xuezheng, ook bekend als ‘Wing’, blijft voorlopig geschorst. Er zijn aanwijzingen dat hij strategische besluiten nam zonder overleg, waaronder het veranderen van de bedrijfsrichting onder druk van mogelijke sancties. De rechter spreekt van een gebrek aan zorgvuldigheid bij belangenconflicten. Ook negeerde hij afspraken met het ministerie van Economische Zaken. Twee onafhankelijke onderzoekers gaan nu vaststellen of er sprake is geweest van wanbeheer. De situatie roept vragen op over buitenlandse invloed op cruciale technologie.

formal investigation launched into nexperia’s corporate conduct

The dutch enterprise chamber has formally ordered an independent investigation into the management practices of semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia. Two court-appointed investigators will examine internal decision-making processes amid allegations of improper oversight. The probe focuses on strategic shifts made without board consensus and potential conflicts of interest involving parent company Wingtech. This marks a critical escalation in scrutiny over foreign-controlled strategic technology firms operating in the Netherlands [1]. The investigation may extend beyond six months according to judicial statements [2].

ceo suspension maintained over strategic unilateralism

Zhang Xuezheng, also known as ‘Wing’, remains suspended as CEO of Nexperia following the court’s decision. Judicial authorities cite evidence of strategic changes implemented without consulting fellow executives, particularly under pressure from impending international sanctions. The amsterdam court noted these actions disregarded prior agreements with the dutch ministry of economic affairs [3]. Internal managerial powers were curtailed and dismissals announced without proper procedure, prompting legal intervention [4]. The bench emphasized restoring stability for production continuity and client deliveries [5].

governance failures trigger judicial scrutiny

Judicial documents reveal growing concern over corporate governance breakdowns at Nexperia. The court identified mishandling of conflicts of interest, specifically regarding major contracts awarded to entities linked to Zhang’s inner circle despite financial instability [6]. Strategic redirection toward a “china for china” model proceeded without organizational alignment or transparency to european divisions [7]. Executives lost banking access privileges, described by the court as reckless administrative action [8]. These cumulative factors substantiate claims warranting comprehensive forensic examination by appointed experts [9].

geopolitical tensions shape semiconductor governance

This case underscores mounting regulatory vigilance concerning foreign influence on strategically vital european industries. Though initiated by internal executives rather than governmental bodies, the proceedings reflect broader unease about technological sovereignty [10]. Beijing previously restricted chip exports from nexperia’s chinese facility before lifting restrictions after diplomatic talks in october 2025 [11]. The chinese ambassador recently called for withdrawal of the legal proceedings, highlighting diplomatic sensitivity [12]. Meanwhile, wingtech continues expressing confidence in eventual vindication through thorough inquiry [13].

corporate restructuring ambitions face resistance

Allegations indicate attempts to repurpose nexperia resources for personal commercial benefit, including supporting Zhang’s private venture wingskysemi [14]. Plans emerged to downsize european operations and transfer ownership of key manufacturing assets abroad—moves contested by local leadership [15]. Despite official commitments to balanced growth strategies, implementation diverged significantly from stated objectives [16]. The separation of nexperia china into a de facto autonomous unit disrupted integrated supply chains affecting automotive clients globally [17]. Maintaining operational coherence remains urgent for stakeholder trust [18].

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