Searching for a compromise

S-Link: “The opponents always shout the loudest”

S-Link boss Stefan Knittel(Bild: Tschepp Markus)

S-Link Managing Director Stefan Knittel is currently constantly confronted with opponents of the billion-euro Salzburg rail project: Yet he is not a politician and is nevertheless on the front line. In an interview with "Krone", he explains how he deals with insults and how he wants to find a "workable compromise" with critics.

"Krone": Mr. Knittel, this is not the first time you have stood in front of emotionally charged people and defended the S-Link. How do you feel about this?
Stefan Knittel: It's a difficult situation. There are many supporters and some opponents. Unfortunately, the opponents are always the ones who shout the loudest. You try not to let it get too close to you because it affects your own personal substance. But it's not easy.