The passing of fashion visionary Friedrich Knapp reshapes New Yorker's future
Friedrich Knapp, the founder and owner of the New Yorker clothing chain, passed away at the age of 73, as announced by the company's headquarters. The businessman built one of the most profitable fashion chains in Europe.
"It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our owner and managing partner, who made New Yorker one of the world's leading fashion companies through his courageous and visionary actions," wrote managing directors Helene Steiner and Jonas Gnauck in an official statement.
As the clothing chain from Brunswick in Lower Saxony announced, the entrepreneur left behind three children and a partner. "Friedrich Knapp was above all a family man and a full-blooded businessman who achieved extraordinary results both in business and socially. We will remember him and continue his life's work," the statement reads.
In a special statement, the mayor of Brunswick, Thorsten Kornblum (SPD), expressed his deepest sadness at the news of Knapp's death.
Kornblum remarked that Friedrich Kanpp was a remarkable entrepreneur from Brunswick who achieved a level of success that most people only dream about. He founded and grew a brand into an international fashion powerhouse, remaining at the helm until his life's end, as Kornblum noted. The mayor also highlighted Knapp's significant contributions to the community, particularly in advancing sports and cultural initiatives.
The future of the company has been secured
As announced by the network, the businessman ensured the succession of assets and management of the company during his lifetime. In the supervisory board, the family is represented by Friedrich Knapp's daughter, Sophie Knapp, who serves as vice-chair.
Founded by Knapp, New Yorker currently employs about 23,000 people and has over 1,200 branches in 47 countries worldwide. The brand was established in 1971 in the German city of Flensburg.
