Observed Signal · Jun 3, 2026 · Personnel Change · Source: persoenlich.com News · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Two NZZ Editors Retire
The Neue Zürcher Zeitung (NZZ) announced the retirements of two long-serving editors. Werner J. Marti (born 1961) said farewell to readers on 28 May 2026 after a career at NZZ that began in 1995 as Mexico correspondent; he later worked on the foreign desk and was South America correspondent in Buenos Aires from 2008–2013. The article states Simon Hehli will succeed Marti with a focus on Latin America. Marcel Gyr (born 1961) will retire effective 30 June 2026; he joined NZZ in 2001 after roles at Aargauer Volksblatt, Tages-Anzeiger and SonntagsZeitung and is author of the book "Schweizer Terrorjahre." The piece was published on 2026-06-03.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Werner J. Marti (b.1961) left NZZ on 28 May 2026 after a career in foreign reporting.
- Marti joined NZZ in 1995 as Mexico correspondent and was South America correspondent in Buenos Aires (2008–2013).
- Simon Hehli will take Marti's successor role with a focus on Latin America.
- Marcel Gyr (b.1961) will retire on 30 June 2026; he joined NZZ in 2001 and previously worked at Aargauer Volksblatt, Tages-Anzeiger and SonntagsZeitung.
- Marcel Gyr is the author of the book "Schweizer Terrorjahre."
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Daniel Germann, Swiss Sports Editor, Dies
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