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Charging Robotics names new CEO as Baranes exits role

Charging Robotics Inc. reported a leadership change, with Chief Executive Officer Yakov Baranes resigning effective May 1, 2026 for personal reasons.

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Charging Robotics Inc. reported a leadership change, with Chief Executive Officer Yakov Baranes resigning effective May 1, 2026 for personal reasons. He will remain on the company’s board of directors and indicated his decision is not related to any disagreement over operations or policies.

The company appointed Meni Nachmias as its new Chief Executive Officer, also effective May 1, 2026. Nachmias brings over 20 years of leadership experience, largely from senior roles in the Israeli Navy and a managing partner position at Bullard Maritime Services.

Under a new employment agreement, Nachmias will receive a base salary of NIS 12,000 per month and may receive bonuses as determined by the company. The agreement is open-ended from May 1, 2026, and can be terminated by either party with at least 30 days’ written notice, or by the company without notice for defined cause.

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Charging Robotics names new CEO as prior chief steps down but stays on the board.

The company is transitioning from CEO Yakov Baranes to Meni Nachmias effective May 1, 2026. Baranes’ departure is described as for personal reasons, and he remains a director, which may support continuity in oversight and strategy.

Nachmias’ background centers on operational leadership in the Israeli Navy and a role at Bullard Maritime Services, signaling an emphasis on disciplined execution rather than prior public-company CEO experience. His NIS 12,000 monthly base salary plus discretionary bonus and 30-day termination notice suggest a relatively flexible, low-commitment arrangement.

Because the filing does not discuss changes to strategy or financial targets, the leadership shift’s business impact remains unclear. Investors will need to rely on future company communications and subsequent filings to understand how Nachmias’ operational style influences Charging Robotics’ direction.

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
CEO resignation effective date May 1, 2026 Effective date of Yakov Baranes’ resignation as Chief Executive Officer
New CEO appointment date May 1, 2026 Effective date of Meni Nachmias’ appointment as Chief Executive Officer
New CEO base salary NIS 12,000 per month Base salary under the Nachmias Agreement for serving as CEO
Termination notice period 30 days Minimum written notice either party must give to terminate the Nachmias Agreement
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What leadership change did Charging Robotics (CHEV) announce in this 8-K filing?
Charging Robotics announced that CEO Yakov Baranes will resign effective May 1, 2026, for personal reasons but remain on the board. The company simultaneously appointed Meni Nachmias as the new Chief Executive Officer, marking a planned handoff rather than a complete leadership exit.

Why is Charging Robotics (CHEV) CEO Yakov Baranes resigning, and will he stay involved?
Yakov Baranes informed Charging Robotics that he is resigning as Chief Executive Officer for personal reasons, effective May 1, 2026. He stated the decision is not due to disagreements over operations or policies and will continue serving as a member of the company’s board of directors.

Who is the new CEO of Charging Robotics (CHEV) and what is his background?
Charging Robotics appointed Meni Nachmias as Chief Executive Officer effective May 1, 2026. Nachmias is a senior executive with over 20 years of experience, including high-ranking roles in the Israeli Navy and a managing partner position at Bullard Maritime Services, focusing on operations and planning.

What are the key terms of Meni Nachmias’ CEO employment agreement at Charging Robotics (CHEV)?
Under his agreement, Meni Nachmias will receive a base salary of NIS 12,000 per month and may earn bonuses as determined by the company. The contract starts May 1, 2026, continues indefinitely, and can be terminated by either party with at least 30 days’ written notice, or for cause without notice.

When does the Charging Robotics (CHEV) CEO transition become effective?
Both the resignation of CEO Yakov Baranes and the appointment of new CEO Meni Nachmias become effective on May 1, 2026. The employment agreement for Nachmias is also effective from that date, establishing a clear, coordinated timing for the leadership transition at Charging Robotics.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 20549

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT

TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2026

 

CHARGING ROBOTICS INC.

(Name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware   001-42936   20-2274999
(State or Other Jurisdiction   (Commission File Number)   (I.R.S. Employer
of Incorporation)       Identification No.)

 

20 Raul Wallenberg Street    
Tel Aviv, Israel   6971916
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)   (Zip Code)

 

(+972) 54 642-0352

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

Not applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

 

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol(s)   Name of each exchange on which registered
N/A   N/A   N/A

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

 

Emerging growth company ☒

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

 

 

 

 

 

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

 

On April 27, 2026, Yakov Baranes, Chief Executive Officer of Charging Robotics Inc. (the “Company”), notified the Company of his decision to resign as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026. Mr. Baranes will continue to serve as a member of the Company’s board of directors. Mr. Baranes has advised the Company that his resignation as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer was due to personal reasons and not a result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter related to the operations, policies, or practices of the Company.

 

On April 27, 2026, the Company appointed Mr. Meni Nachmias as the Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective May 1, 2026.

 

Meni Nachmias is a senior executive with over 20 years of leadership experience in complex, high-pressure operational environments. From May 2023 to October 2023, he served as a managing partner of Bullard Maritime Services, where he led operations and business development. Prior to this role, Mr. Nachmias served as a senior officer in the Israeli Navy, holding several high-ranking command and staff positions. From 2017 to 2022, he served as head of training and doctrine, where he was responsible for defining strategy and policy across naval training systems, managing multi-million dollar budgets, and leading organizational transformation and technology integration initiatives. From 2014 to 2017, he served as head of operations and planning, directing operational planning and execution across multiple theaters and coordinating with senior defense and industry stakeholders. Earlier in his career, Mr. Nachmias commanded a naval missile vessel, overseeing a crew of more than 60 personnel across all operational, logistical, and training functions. Mr. Nachmias holds a Master of Arts degree in international relations and negotiation and a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and human services, both from the University of Haifa (Israel).

 

In connection with the appointment of Mr. Nachimas, the Company entered into an agreement with Mr. Nachmias (the “Nachmias Agreement”) pursuant to which Mr. Nachmias will serve as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer. Pursuant to the terms of the Nachmias Agreement, Mr. Nachmias will receive NIS 12,000 per month as his base salary and shall be eligible to receive such bonus as determined by the Company. The term of the Nachmias Agreement shall be effective as of May 1, 2026, and shall continue until such time either party provides written notice to the other party at least 30 days in advance of the termination of such agreement. The Company may also terminate Mr. Nachmias’ service to the Company without prior written notice (or payment in lieu of such notice) for Cause (as defined in the Nachimas Agreement).

 

There is no arrangement or understanding between Mr. Nachmias and any other persons pursuant to which Mr. Nachmias was appointed as Chief Executive Officer. In addition, Mr. Nachmias is not a party to any transaction, or series of transactions, required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

 

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

(d) Exhibits

 

Exhibit No.   Description
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Charging Robotics Inc.  
     
By: /s/ Tali Dinar  
Name:  Tali Dinar  
Title: Chief Financial Officer  

 

Date: April 27, 2026

 

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