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Adapting cutting-edge services to keep the global pharma industry on track
GEA, the globally active mechanical and plant engineering company, offers a suite of digital and virtual solutions to support the pharmaceutical industry as it embraces remote working and travel-free manufacturing
GEA postpones its Annual General Meeting, dividend remains unchanged
Owing to the COVID-19 virus, the technology company GEA is postponing its Annual General Meeting originally planned for April 30, 2020, in Düsseldorf and will reschedule it for the end of the year. The health of the company's shareholders, employees and the service providers involved takes the highest priority. By postponing the event, GEA is making an active contribution to slowing the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
Risk-free expert assistance with GEA Remote Support
With the outbreak of Covid-19, organizations are faced with travel restrictions and quarantine challenges, required to reduce direct contact between employees and service providers. To enable immediate GEA expert assistance for customers during the corona crisis without putting people's lives at risk, GEA now offers a special remote support solution that is easy-to-set-up.
High quality vaccine production with GEA technology
Amidst the ongoing Sars-CoV-2 coronavirus pandemic, laboratories around the globe are working tirelessly to find a vaccine.
GEA offers future-proof engineering excellence
Technology group GEA offers a wide range of engineering excellence in the area food processing and packaging for meat, cheese, bakery, confectionery and pasta.
Vertical excellence – New GEA SmartPacker TwinTube
Maximum performance in confectionery packaging
Optimum separation instead of repair: GEA takes the next step in data utilization with Industrial Analytics from Weidmüller
The possibility of increasing one's own efficiency and productivity through data collection and analysis, as well as developing new business models, fires the imagination of machine and plant manufacturers looking for new growth and profit opportunities.
GEA to supply third evaporator line for Utkal Alumina in India
Utkal Alumina International receives technological support from GEA to expand the capacity of its refinery in the state of Orissa, India.
Go West! GEA hygienic centrifugal pumps launch in USA
"Go West" is the slogan for GEA's range of pumps, which aims to conquer the US market in 2020. Of course, there is nothing as peaceful and free as the Village People suggested in the 1970s or the Pet Shop Boys in the 1990s.
Sales start for GEA Hilge NOVATWIN: Complete portfolio for hygienic screw pumps
With its new flexible screw pump, GEA Hilge NOVATWIN, GEA fulfils customer wishes and requirements such as the highest hygienic demands for gentle product handling, long-term reliability, versatile applications and professional support throughout the entire product life cycle, based on more than 150 years of pumping experience.
GEA charts growth in revenue and order intake in 2019 with important progress achieved in group restructuring
In fiscal year 2019, the technology company GEA fulfilled or slightly exceeded its own forecasts for revenue, EBITDA before restructuring expenses and return on capital. Despite a difficult market environment, GEA charted growth in revenues and order intake.
Leading the way in the algae industry: GEA accompanies producers from test phase to industrial scale
Algae has become a highly sought after raw material for numerous products in the pharma, chemical and food sectors. For more than 50 years, GEA has accompanied start-ups and algae producers with R&D support and high-quality and processing technologies that meet strict industry standards. A recent example of growing consumer demand for healthy, plant-based and ecologically sustainable products is the Brittany-based French company that first approached GEA nearly six years ago when it was a fledgling start-up in the algae industry.
Aurivo significantly reduces fossil fuel consumption by some 80% with GEA solution
Aurivo trusts in GEA to create most sustainable liquid milk facility at its Killygordon site
New GEA Akwatopsoft mattress system proved itself in practice
For dairy cows there is already a wide range of lying facilities. These range from organic bedding materials, different types of mattresses to waterbeds, with each system offering certain advantages. With the new Akwatopsoft, GEA now offers farmers a first-class mattress system for freestall cubicles that combines all the advantages.
GEA listed in new DAX 50 ESG index
From the very beginning, the Düsseldorf-based engineering group GEA will be one of the 50 companies listed in the new DAX 50 ESG index owing to their exemplary positions when it comes to ESG criteria – the environment, social topics and corporate governance.
Never too late to learn the basics
At an educational seminar in the beginning of February 2020 on producing oral solid dosage forms, GEA's Dr Harald Stahl teamed up with experts from industry and academia to elucidate the fundamental relationship between granulation and tableting, discuss possible manufacturing issues and apply best practices.
Steffen Bersch to step down from GEA's Executive Board
Today, the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft and Steffen Bersch (50), member of GEA's Executive Board, have mutually agreed to prematurely terminate his service agreement due to expire on December 31, 2021. In doing so, the Board honored Steffen Bersch's request for a termination of his service agreement to seek new challenges outside of GEA Group.
Double premiere at the EuroShop 2020: The °Clever Art of Cooling - new GEA Bock CO2 compressors especially for supermarkets and distribution centers
According to the motto "The °Clever Art of Cooling", GEA Bock is presenting the new generation of innovative CO2 and HC compressors for natural refrigerants for the first time at EuroShop 2020 in Düsseldorf.
IPPE 2020: GEA OxyCheck cleared to enter the U.S. market
GEA received FDA approval for sensor technology used to monitor food packaging quality
Ad hoc: GEA Group AG has recognized non-cash impairments in the fourth quarter of 2019 and accelerates the recognition of restructuring expenses - Group forecast unchanged
Within the framework of its annual planning process, GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has recognized a non-cash impairment in the amount of approximately EUR 248 million in the fourth quarter of 2019.
GEA now on the climate benchmark A List of the Carbon Disclosure Project, with a score of "A-"
GEA has scored its best result to date in the climate assessment of the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). With an overall score of "A-," the Group now meets the criteria for the leadership level and thus ranks among the leading group in the sectoral and regional benchmark.
Continuous doesn't have to be complicated
GEA experts recently discussed the advantages of continuous pharmaceutical manufacturing and the benefits of understanding its target markets in South Korea
GEA: Award for milestones in separation technology
The renowned trade magazine PROCESS has now honored GEA for its milestones in separation technology, which have had a decisive impact on the industry.
GEA helps customers tackle F-Gas refrigerant legislation challenges
The new European Union (EU) regulation on the use of partially fluorinated hydrocarbons (HFCs) in refrigeration systems (F-Gas Regulation) has significant implications for manufacturers, operators of refrigeration and air conditioning systems and heat pumps, as well as for service providers who, for example, offer maintenance and service for these systems.
GEA Packaging Days 2019: Safe and sustainable food packaging that minimizes film use
With sustainability increasingly important in food packaging, it's only logical that packaging systems not only need to be efficient, safe and flexible but also conserve energy and resources. GEA product experts demonstrated the technology group's solutions for this segment at this year's Packaging Days, staged at the Biedenkopf plant (Germany) in November.
Using a compact CO2 refrigerating plant to chill a fish catch in an environmentally-friendly way
With a length of 45 metres, F/V Northern Defender, one of the trawlers in the fleet belonging to Global Seas headquartered in Seattle, Washington, delivers its catch to a shoreside factory for processing. She normally operates in the Bering Sea off Alaska and returns to port with up to 340 tons of pollock. For the fish to stay fresh during the voyage of up to several days, it is chilled with seawater at zero to minus one degree Celsius.
The Cooling Club – the GEA Industry Forum for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology
How can refrigeration and air conditioning systems be planned, built, and operated in a future-proof and cost-efficient manner in times of constantly tightening environmental legislation?
GEA supports MAN with new separator in the development of a game changer
With the help of a system partnership, two game changers in their respective areas develop into a large, joint solution.
LEFF® technology from GEA saves up to 90 percent on cleaning media
The LEFF® technology in GEA VARIVENT® Mixproof Valves provides up to 90 percent savings in clean-in-place media (CIP) such as expensive cleaning agents, water and waste water.
GEA completes additional measure to optimize the Business Area Solutions
In November, GEA sold de Klokslag to Evert IJntema and Jan Dijkema. De Klokslag, which is one of Europe's leading manufacturers of large-scale plants for hard and semi hard cheese, has roughly 80 employees and, according to the latest figures, generates an annual revenue of around EUR 15 million.
GEA improves shelf life of beverages and dairy products with the D-tec® double-chamber valve D/DV
Gea completes its D-tec valve range with the double-chamber valve D/DV.
GEA: Using IO-Link for T.VIS® to access real-time data
Real-time diagnostics of data or direct access to sensor data specifically during valve setup and maintenance improves control, accelerates product changes, can anticipate problems before they escalate, calculates plant effectiveness, identifies performance trends, and optimizes maintenance schedules.
Dependable Performance from GEA's Newest Rotary Tablet Press
Benefiting from a very small footprint for a high-output commercial-scale machine, the PERFORMA D offers a market-leading size-to-output ratio in terms of both cost and square meterage per tablet.
New OC200 modular orbital cleaner from GEA: efficient cleaning technology for large hygienic tanks
GEA is presenting a new modular orbital cleaner at BrauBeviale 2019 in Nuremberg (November 12 to 14, 2019).
GEA adds twin screw pump GEA Hilge NOVATWIN to its range of pumps
The pump experts from GEA and ITT Bornemann are now working together to manufacture and market a twin screw pump for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. While GEA has so far concentrated primarily on hygienic centrifugal pumps, the cooperation now means that a joint model of a positive displacement pump is ready for introduction: GEA Hilge NOVATWIN. The GEA Hilge NOVATWIN is a flexible twin screw pump based on the proven Bornemann design that meets the highest hygienic requirements for gentle product handling and clean-in-place (CIP) with just one pump. The new GEA Hilge NOVATWIN will be available in 6 sizes and will be part of the GEA VARIPUMP line, which stands for pumps with a high degree of flexibility for optimum adaptation to individual customer requirements.
GEA showcases new GEA brewpub skid for micro-breweries at BrauBeviale
At BrauBeviale, GEA will premiere the new GEA brewpub Separator Skid, developed especially for tavern and pub micro-breweries that produce on site. With this essential skid, small brewpubs now get access to GEA's state-of the-art centrifuge technology at an attractive starter price. The machine comes as a ready-to-plug skid to immediately deliver all the key benefits of beer clarification with a centrifuge: Reproducible quality, optimal dry hopping and decreased production time, meaning more batches in the same time.
GoingConti in the Virtual World
Based on positive user feedback and their ongoing mission to expedite the implementation of continuous pharmaceutical processing, GEA will offer its virtual conti experience at both Pharmtech Moscow and P-MEC India.
A taste close to the original
After successful commissioning and targeted optimization runs of the GEA AromaPlus dealcoholization unit in August and September this year, the privately-owned brewery Kaiserdom in Bamberg/Germany is looking forward to the sales launch of the new Kaiserdom Hefeweißbier 0.0% in November 2019. The innovative reverse osmosis unit of the GEA technology group convinces with the high quality and characteristic taste of the completely dealcoholized wheat beer.
GEA shows complete process integration for plant-based beverages at BrauBeviale 2019
Alongside its focus on brewing at BrauBeviale, GEA will also address other beverage industry trends at the trade show in Nuremberg. Among them, GEA's 360-degree solutions for producing plant-based beverages. Bean- and cereal-based convenience products, such as drinks, have gained popularity all over the globe, riding high on health- and environment-conscious dietary trends. "The vegetarian segment is a key focal area for development at GEA. Demand is high around the world and GEA's extensive project experience and technology portfolio allow us to support customers every step of the way, through to service in ongoing operations," says Colm O'Gorman, GEA Business Manager Plant-Based Beverages.
Störtebeker Craft Brewery turns to GEA's innovative technology for the cold extraction of hop oils
Störtebeker Craft Brewery in the city of Stralsund is GEA's first customer in Germany to use the GEA HOPSTAR® Dry for the dynamic cold extraction of hop oils. Early in 2019, the two companies signed a contract to build, install and commission GEA's system; the work was successfully completed the following August. Now the beers Störtebeker makes with high pellet loads come out even more homogeneous using fully automated, stabilized processes.
New GEA nitrogen freezing pilot plant for bacteria allows for process testing before investing
GEA has launched its new nitrogen freezing pilot plant for bacteria, giving food and dairy processors the opportunity to trial this new technology in their own plants before investing in production-scale equipment. By freezing bacteria into pellets before drying, GEA is now able to provide processors with greater flexibility, a higher active cell count and reduced costs through better utilization of their fermentation lines and freeze dryers.
Helmut Korthöber named Chief Service Officer of GEA Farm Technologies division
The new three-member Management Board of the GEA Farm Technologies division have all officially been appointed: Peter Lauwers will transfer from Atlas Copco to GEA on February 1, 2020, and assume the position of CEO. He will be joined by Helmut Korthöber, who assumed the newly created position of Chief Service Officer (CSO) for GEA Farm Technologies division as of November 1, 2019. Erkul Basaran, who has worked successfully for GEA for more than eight years – most recently as Head of Finance – was appointed CFO of the division already in September of this year.
Service trends: How will the beverage industry produce in the future?
How will beverage and food manufacturers be producing in the future and what optimization potential do digital services offer in terms of product quality, variety, flexibility, efficiency, availability and sustainability? Visitors to this year's BrauBeviale in Nuremberg, will be able to find out by visiting the GEA booth, where new products for the beverage industry as well as GEA's service solutions will be on display.
First in Scandinavia: Finnish brewery selects GEA AromaPlus Membrane Dealcoholization Unit for alcohol-free beer
There are several different methods for producing dealcoholized or non-alcoholic beer. Laitilan Wirvoitusjuomatehdas Oy brewery in Finland knew it wanted to avoid wort-like flavors and achieve the best results when it came to taste and quality. Retaining the genuine flavor and original features of their Laitilan Kukko beer were the key criteria when they chose the membrane filtration system, AromaPlus, from GEA.
GEA Bock StarCO2mpressor wins Busworld Innovation Label Award 2019
The decision has been made: The GEA Bock StarCO2mpressor, the new generation of mobile CO2 compressors for electric bus and railway air conditioning and heating, was awarded the coveted Busworld Innovation Label Award 2019 at the world's largest bus trade fair in Brussels.
GEA posts increase in order intake and revenue in the third quarter, raising 2019 revenue outlook slightly
Technology group GEA posted an increase in both order intake and revenue in the third quarter of 2019. Order intake rose to EUR 1.25 billion in the last quarter, an increase of around 5 percent compared to the same quarter in 2018. Both basic business and six large projects (three of which were awarded in dairy processing) contributed to this positive development.
There's nothing fresher: New GEA vaculiq delivers gentle vacuum juicing
Refreshingly different: It's not only GEA's motto for the upcoming Brau Beviale in Nuremberg, but also the philosophy behind the new GEA vaculiq Vacuum Spiral Filter, which debuts at the fair November 12-14. GEA vaculiq, which requires minimal space, efficiently juices diverse fruits and vegetables while under vacuum pressure. This method protects valuable plant nutrients and vitamins, ensuring fresh flavors and healthy ingredients are preserved from atmospheric oxygen.
Johannes Giloth appointed to GEA's Executive Board
The Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has appointed Johannes Giloth (49) to the company's Executive Board with effect from January 20, 2020, where he will assume responsibility for the newly created Procurement, Production and Logistics organization.
GEA explores possible sale of compressor supplier GEA Bock
Düsseldorf-based technology group GEA is exploring a possible sale of GEA Bock as part of the Group's continued focus on its strategic core markets – the food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries. As announced at the Capital Markets Day in September, GEA plans to divest selected activities of the future Farm Technologies and Refrigeration Technologies divisions in this connection.
Fi Europe 2019: GEA to showcase its technology strengths in food processing and safety
At the leading trade show for food ingredients, Fi Europe, taking place in Paris, France, December 3-5, GEA will showcase its solutions for the manufacture of food and dairy ingredients, freeze-dried foods and instant coffee at booth 6F141 in hall H6
GEA's multi-functional Visitron Filler ALL-IN-ONE on its way to Australia
Smart solution from GEA reduces time for reconfiguring complex filling equipment and format changeover
GEA presents new generation of CO2 mobile compressors for air conditioning and heating
With the GEA StarCO2mpressor, GEA is presenting a new milestone for mobile CO2 applications at this year's Busworld in Brussels from October 18-23, 2019.
New flexible cubicle GEA DairyBarn B3130 for optimum cow comfort
GEA now launched its new flexible cubicle GEA DairyBarn B3130 for dairy cows which enlarges cow comfort and maximizes the milk yield. It allows that animals can lie down and stand up with ease, with maximum safety thanks to its exclusive design. This results in healthy and rested cows which are essential for productivity and profitability in the dairy farm.
Capital Markets Day 2019: GEA unveils further measures to increase earnings and focuses on growth in all divisions
Technology group GEA will today present new medium-term targets for the entire Group and its five future divisions at the Capital Markets Day. The Group plans that consolidated revenues will grow by an average of 2.0–3.0 percent per year until 2022.
GEA shows excellence at every stage in the food production process at Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai
GEA will present their process expertise, technology leadership and customer-centric services for a wide range of food processing industries at this year's Gulfood Manufacturing fair in Dubai from October 29 – 31, at booth D1-64, A1-64 in hall 1.
GEA steps out in refreshingly different style at BrauBeviale 2019
Refreshingly different: The GEA presentation at BrauBeviale from November 12–14, 2019 in Nuremberg (GEA booth in Hall 7/7-600) aims to surprise with a fresh take.
Transcritical CO2 refrigeration technology from GEA makes waves in global marine refrigeration business
Due to national and international laws as well as voluntary environmental protection measures, more and more environmentally friendly refrigerants are being used in the marine business.
GEA kicks off third quarter with several major orders
Technology group GEA acquired several major orders from various industries at the start of the third quarter, making up substantial ground after sluggish order intake from project business in the previous quarter.
GEA closes second quarter of 2019 with strong revenue and stands by outlook for year
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft is standing by its business outlook for 2019, despite various special effects having a negative impact on earnings in the second quarter of the year.
Pavan integrates Montoni under its umbrella brand
From September 2019 the well-known Montoni brand, manufacturer of dies, extrusion molds and cutting systems, will continue its operations within the "Dies & Moulds Business Line" under the umbrella brand of Pavan.
GEA optimizes TwinTube packaging machine to promote flexibility and automation
GEA will launch the redesigned high-speed vertical packaging machine GEA SmartPacker TwinTube at PACK EXPO (booth LS-5905) in Las Vegas, USA from September 23-25, 2019. The entire machine has been redesigned as a future-proof modular system with increased functional efficiency promoting higher operational uptime and ease of use.
GEA and Danaos Shipping cooperate on further development of separators - Installation of GEA marine Separator 35 on container ship ZIM LUANDA
Mile by mile better and more efficient: With the new GEA marine Separator 35 GEA supports its long-standing customer and partner Danaos Shipping, Greece.
100th GEA environmental Decanter pro for sludge treatment from the Tianjin plant
The demand for decanters for sludge treatment is high. GEA has now produced the 100th GEA environmental Decanter pro at its plant in Tianjin, China and delivered it to the operator of a regional wastewater treatment plant. The production facility in Tianjin was opened in 2013 and is a multi-purpose site designed to manufacture products from various GEA divisions, as well as a certified repair shop.
New GEA marine Separator proves itself in the market
GEA equipped two Hapag-Lloyd container ships with the GEA marine Separator which it recently presented at SMM 2018 in Hamburg.
IBIE: GEA bakery lines built to perform, built to last
Under the motto "100 years of combined passion and know-how," GEA will be exhibiting advanced bakery technology from its leading brands, GEA Comas and GEA Imaforni, at the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) in Las Vegas from September 8-11, 2019. Both processing and freezing technology will be represented at booth 7547 to demonstrate the company's innovation, craftsmanship, partnership and know-how in creating bakery lines that are built to perform and built to last.
No more frost with new upgrade for GEAs A-Tec spiral freezers
The new GEA Static Pressure Control System (SPCS) is GEAs most recent service upgrade for older A-Tec spiral freezers. The simple upgrade instantly controls the air flow, reducing frost build-up which increases productivity and improves product quality. Saving time, energy, money and a four-month ROI are further advantages of the new SPCS.
New Fast Lane Service for GEA separators significantly shortens repair times
Following a series of optimization measures at its Center of Excellence (COE) in Oelde, GEA has already began significantly reducing the general repair times of its separators by up to 40% worldwide. For particularly urgent cases, GEA is now offering a Fast Lane Service, which enables affected separators to be repaired in less than 10 days.
GEA hosts companies, research partners and start-ups at the "GEA Innovation Forum"
Leading technology group GEA's own culture of innovation serves as the key to securing future commercial success and fostering further growth. To this end, GEA invited customers, research partners and select start-ups to its third "GEA Innovation Forum."
GEA's new organization paves way for increased performance
Technology group GEA has outlined its new organizational structure, which will be implemented gradually from October 1, 2019 onwards and become effective January 1, 2020. Going forward, GEA will be organized in five divisions with each up to six sub-divisions.
GEA supplies Bracco with falling film evaporator for the concentration of contrast media
Italian company Bracco in Torviscosa, located in the Udine Province, has placed an order with GEA for the supply of a falling film evaporator.
Greece goes automated milking!
With an open-house day and several speakers, GEA's first automated milking system was installed in Greece. More than 120 customers attended the event and learned about GEA's capabilities in automatic milking.
GEA will appeal against verdict of U.S. civil jury court
On June 17, 2019, a civil jury in the Circuit Court of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in and for Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA rendered a double-digit-million (U.S.) dollar verdict against GEA Mechanical Equipment US, Inc.
GEA builds first freeze-dried coffee production plant for Tata Coffee outside of India
GEA has completed a new freeze-dried instant coffee plant on a green field site in Vietnam for Tata Coffee Vietnam Company Limited, a 100% subsidiary of Tata Coffee Limited, India. According to the timetable for the contract project which was signed two years ago, the new plant was inaugurated on March 6, 2019 – just 19 months after the groundbreaking ceremony.
Marcus A. Ketter new CFO of GEA
Marcus A. Ketter (51) today became Chief Financial Officer of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft. His predecessor Dr. Helmut Schmale (62) left the company on May 17, 2019, after more than 10 years in this position.
GEA confirms guidance for 2019 and introduces measures to improve earnings in Business Area Solutions
Düsseldorf-based engineering group GEA posted order intake of around EUR 1.2 billion for the first quarter of 2019, a rise of 7.6 percent.
GEA CutMaster – Fastest machine to produce high-quality sausages and other innovative food products
At IFFA in Frankfurt, GEA will be demonstrating its industry expertise and technological know-how in the field of high-tech equipment and line competence in the food industry, including in the application of sausage production. GEA CutMaster, the market leader in terms of speed, is the key machine for producing high quality sausage on an effective way.
IFFA 2019: GEA boosts uptime of its stand-up bag packaging machine to over 98%
GEA, one of the largest suppliers for the food processing industry, will launch two innovations in the area vertical packaging to support meat and poultry manufacturers increase uptime and boost consumer confidence at IFFA 2019 – held in Frankfurt from 4-9 May. GEA's SmartPacker CX400 packaging machine, available in both sanitary and standard configurations, is now equipped with induction sealing capabilities that reduce changeover times to less than two minutes.
FoodTray at IFFA – New system solution for sustainable MAP packaging
GEA presents a new combined solution for sustainable food packaging at IFFA in Frankfurt.
IFFA 2019: Maximizing quality and minimizing costs with fully automated production lines
Under the motto 'Excellence at Every Stage', GEA will present its equipment and solutions for diverse application areas at this year's IFFA in Frankfurt, Germany. Key processing and packaging exhibits will demonstrate the benefits of automation; optimal process control; as well as the efficient use of resources, energy and labor in meat manufacturing.
GEA introduces a cloud-based open service portal
At the IFFA trade fair in Frankfurt (Germany), GEA will showcase a new cloud-based platform for digital services for the first time. This supplier-independent portal provides customers modern service solutions like remote maintenance, data analysis and comprehensive e-Commerce and enables them to seamlessly integrate all their supplier interactions in one common platform.
GEA Toolings provide greater flexibility and advanced performance
For its packaging and forming machines as well as grinding and cutting equipment, GEA developed different Toolings to make sure the machines always fulfill their demands. Whether it affects the shape, size, taste, quality, or safety and economic needs for the end product, GEA Toolings bring the latest innovations and developments to meet all those new requirements.
GEA's new aseptic double-seat valve increases shelf life of beverages and dairy products
GEA is launching its new D-tec® D/DV double-chamber valve by end of April 2019. The outstanding sealing properties of the new valve stem diaphragm raise hygiene standards to an UltraClean level, thus increasing the shelf life of soft drinks, fruit juices, as well as milk-based and lactic acid-fermented products.
GEA delivers energy savings with award-winning continuous freezer control system
Successful test measurement in french fries production at Bergia Frites in the Netherlands
New GEA Service Kits enable convenient and preventive maintenance
With the new GEA Service Kit concept for both packaging and forming machines, maintenance is now more convenient and even easier to plan.
Dr. Rudolf Michel, Head of Application Development Beverages & Beer at GEA, assumes chairmanship of the Board of Trustees at Doemens
After being a member of the Board of Trustees at the Doemens Academy for many years, Rudolf Michel was elected Chairman in February 2019.
On the safe side with GEA CatFineMaster
The fine-grained, hard, brittle and highly abrasive catalyst residues in fuels, known as cat fines, can cause considerable damage to marine engines.
ProPak Asia – GEA presents its CALLIFREEZE® control system for the S-Tec spiral freezer
GEA will make its first debut at ProPak Asia in Bangkok in June 2019. The company will demonstrate its market-leading technology for the food ingredients, beverage, bakery, meat, poultry and ready-to-eat meals sectors and introduce its CALLIFREEZE® system for the GEA S-Tec spiral freezer to the Asian market. From June 12-15, the ProPak Asia booth (Hall103/BS41) will showcase a range of bakery products and freeze-dried samples, all produced on GEA equipment.
GEA to supply thomas zement turnkey plant for the reduction of NOx in flue gas
GEA has received an order from thomas zement for a turnkey plant for the reduction of NOx in flue gas.
Powerful Change in Powder Compaction
From nuclear fuel pellets, hard metals and batteries to confectionery, almost anything is possible with the R55 industrial rotary press.
GEA Rotary Atomizers for spray dryers: upgrade allows excellent dispersion
Excellent hardware is one thing – valuable service another. That's why GEA also presented its customized service solutions for its broad spectrum of technologies, machines and plants for processing solids and liquids at this year's POWTECH trade show in Nuremberg.
Successful GEA PowerPak training for Mondi staff
To improve their customer service, eight engineers from Mondi Styria, the flexible film producer in Austria, recently participated in a GEA PowerPak training in Wallau, Germany. Mondi Styria's know-how is based on more than 60 years of experience in the field of plastics processing.
"More horsepower under the hood:"GEA doubles the drive power of its GEA Hilge HYGIA hygienic pump
GEA supplements its GEA Hilge HYGIA range with a 45 kilowatt motor, thereby expanding the hygienic pump's performance spectrum to a flow rate of 180 cubic meters per hour. The new version is also suitable for demanding pharmaceutical applications, particularly because the use of high-quality, no-cast materials in CIP- and SIP-capable special pumps is a critical factor in the production of life science products. GEA will introduce the new drive version at POWTECH 2019 in Nuremberg, which focuses primarily on mechanical process engineering for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries (April 9-11, 2019, Hall 3/3-231).
GEA celebrates craft brewing culture in the Mile High City: CBC 2019
Denver, Colorado, is hosting this year's U.S. Craft Brewers Conference (CBC). The Brewers Association expects to have more than 13,000 professionals from the brewing industry attend its diverse seminar program and BrewExpo America trade show ¬– all taking place against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. GEA will, once again, be in attendance. This year, the company will showcase its brewing and filling expertise and present their specialized technologies for forward thinking craft brewers. (April 8-11, 2019, GEA stand 12003).
GEA VIPOLL's ALL IN ONE monoblock filler receives two Packaging Awards of Excellence in Australia
At its AUSPACK conference on March 27, 2019, the Australian Packaging and Processing Machinery Association (APPMA) selected the best packaging innovations and products of the year.
GEA supports Albemarle with technologies for all process steps in lithium recovery
For the first time in a lithium extraction project, Australia leaves all process steps from ore mining and separation to refining in the country. With its comprehensive technology portfolio, GEA is supporting its customer Albemarle, in this project.
GEA signs contract to build the largest Olive Oil mill in Asia
GEA received the order from The National Agricultural Development Company (NADEC) in March 2019 to build and supply the industrial equipment for a large olive oil mill located in Saudi Arabia.
GEA presents 2018 results and set of measures to sustainably strengthen profitability
Technology group GEA has announced its definitive figures for fiscal 2018. In addition, Stefan Klebert, GEA's new CEO, presented his analysis of the status quo and outlined the immediate action the company will take.
Niels Erik Olsen leaves GEA's Executive Board
Today, the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft and Niels Erik Olsen (52), member of GEA's Executive Board responsible for the Business Area Solutions, have agreed on an early termination of his service agreement, which is due to expire on December 31, 2021.
Craft brewer Gipsy Hill Brewing to accompany GEA at BeerX
When U.K. brewers meet at BeerX in Liverpool (March 13-14, 2019), they will not only get an up-close and personal view of GEA Plug & Win separator skid at the GEA stand 141, but will also have the opportunity to speak to London-based craft brewers Gipsy Hill Brewing Company about working with this user-friendly centrifuge, where it has been in operation since 2018, delivering top performance. GEA brewing experts will be on hand to provide information on both brewing and filling solutions for craft beers in the hot and cold process. Naturally, samples of the popular Gipsy Hill beers will also be available for tasting.
New GEA marine Separator convinces the market - first orders received
The new GEA marine Separator met with great interest at the world's leading trade fair SMM in September 2018 in Hamburg. The first contracts for orders have now been signed.
GEA introduces benefits of cutting-edge technology and in-depth process expertise to meat manufacturers at IFFA 2019
From May 4 to 9 at IFFA, Frankfurt (Germany) GEA will present their process expertise, technology leadership and customer-centric services for the meat industry under the motto 'Excellence at Every Stage'. The technology leader will be exhibiting at booth D06 in hall 8 and focus on four main application areas that link back to this year's theme, specifically: tempura-coated and homestyle coated products, the art of bacon making and sausage.
GEA introduces MultiJector 2mm – a new injection system for brining bacon and poultry
The new brine injection system is part of GEA MultiJector product family and is specifically dedicated to precise bacon and poultry processing, for 700 mm wide lines. The system features two millimeters OptiFlex needles, to date unique by GEA, promoting a tight injection pattern and allowing for exceptional injection accuracy, product quality and consistency.
GEA premieres its PowerPak PLUS thermoforming packaging machine
Greater process reliability and reduced resource consumption during the packaging of fresh products – both are guaranteed with the latest generation of GEA thermoforming packaging technology, the GEA PowerPak PLUS. The machine was presented for the first time during, the GEA Packaging Days customer event at the production site in Wallau, Germany, at the end of last year. In May, the technology group will use e the international trade fair IFFA in Frankfurt (Hall 8/Stand D06) to showcase the system on a larger scale.
Stefan Klebert assumes the post of CEO of GEA today
Today, Stefan Klebert (53) became chairman of the Executive Board of the GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, a body that he joined on November 15, 2018. His predecessor, Jürg Oleas (61), has left the company, as planned, after spending more than 14 years as head of the Group.
Marcus A. Ketter appointed new Chief Financial Officer of GEA
The Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has appointed Marcus A. Ketter (50) to the company's Executive Board with effect from May 20, 2019. He is set to succeed the long-standing Chief Financial Officer, Dr. Helmut Schmale (62), who will leave the company as of May 17, 2019.
GEA to build the largest infant formula plant in China for Junlebao Dairy
In September 2018, GEA secured an order from the Shijiazhuang Junlebao Dairy Co. Ltd. in China to supply the country's largest spray dryer for the manufacture of infant milk formula (IMF), with a planned production capacity of 6 tons/hour.
BisCat – ceramic catalyst filter
GEA has developed high-temperature filters with ceramic elements that enable the removal of NOx, dioxins, mercury and VOC through an integrated catalyst matrix. BisCat ceramic catalyst filters are chemically inert and corrosion-resistant. This means that for many applications only one single system is required instead of three.
GEA finalized delivery to Borregaard of key components for turnkey process solution for the production of bio-based products
The production of value-added products from renewable raw materials is Borregaard's strategy. GEA is supporting its customer with the supply of a turnkey plant for the spray drying of lignosulfonate in the double-digit million range.
GEA launches new 6-cylinder compressor HG66e
GEA presents the HG66e, a new semi-hermetic compressor. The HG66e is a completely new 6-cylinder series for large capacities with high efficiency in the fields of air conditioning and refrigeration.
GEA shows innovative solutions at press preview at POWTECH 2019 in Nuremberg, Germany
At the press preview of the POWTECH trade show on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 in Nuremberg, GEA presented its know-how with a broad spectrum of technologies and solutions for processing solids and liquids for various industries and applications such as food, animal feed, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, ceramics, minerals, hard metals, battery materials and basic materials for high-quality plastics.
New era for emulsion homogenization: Field study shows transparent emulsion results with GEA NiSoX-Valve
Successful completion of testing at GEA customer site demonstrates that the GEA NiSo-Valve homogenizes nanoemulsions quicker and more flexibly.
GEA DairyRobot R9500 – New milking robot enhances milking process
High-quality milk production and superior herd management are essential for a successful dairy operation. The new box-style robot from GEA, the DairyRobot R9500, is engineered to enhance the milking process and increase on-farm efficiency.
Solution for cooling water as decisive factor
GEA has received two orders worth nearly EUR 4 million for vacuum systems for a new "grassroot" refinery in Oman.
GEA VIPOLL equips its first craft brewery in South Africa with process and filling technology
GEA VIPOLL, a Slovenian subsidiary of GEA since early 2018, has achieved its first project in the craft beer segment in South Africa. The bottling specialist is manufacturing an ALL IN ONE filler with a filling capacity of 4,000 bottles and cans per hour for its customer, East Coast Brewing Company.
BluQ Chiller from GEA is "Innovation of the Year"
GEA's BluQ-Chiller has received the "Accelerate Europe Innovation of the Year" award. The readers of Accelerate Europe Magazine voted GEA BluQ "Innovation of the Year". The use of natural refrigerants in BluQ chillers was particularly praised.
GEA demonstrates excellence in food processing at IPPE 2019
GEA's leading technology strives for perfection at each stage of product preparation and packaging. The technology company will be putting its inspiring new processing and packaging solutions center stage at IPPE (booth B5107/hall B) from February 12 to 14 in Atlanta, Georgia/USA.
GEA Delivers 10,000th Liquid Manure Spreader to PK Winter Farms
GEA recently achieved a significant milestone in its company history by manufacturing its 10,000th liquid manure spreader tank. With a stainless steel reservoir capacity of 10,500 US gallons, the EL48-8D 8800 is the biggest single reservoir model available on the market. The unit was sold by GEA dealer, Automated Waste Systems (AWS), LLC and delivered to PK Winter Farms Inc. in Sheldon, Iowa.
125 years GEA Separation – From machine manufacturer to integrated solution provider and global technology leader
1893 - It was the year of inventions that are still indispensable today, such as the diesel engine by Rudolf Diesel and the zipper by Whitcomb Judson. And 1893 also showed what persistence means.
Modular production: GEA and Siemens jointly use MTP automation standard
Cooperation announced at SPS IPC Drives 2018 – The GEA Plug & Win compact skid separator will be exhibited at the Siemens booth in hall 11
GEA has adjusted its outlook for 2018 cash flow driver margin and anticipates subdued development for 2019
Contrary to internal expectations, GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft's working capital continued to rise in October as a result of ongoing positive sales growth and a high order backlog. Against this backdrop, the Executive Board has decided to adjust the outlook for the 2018 financial year.
Ad hoc: GEA adjusts outlook for operating cash flow driver margin for 2018
Following the Group's business development in October, the Executive Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has decided to adjust its outlook for the operating cash flow driver margin* for the 2018 financial year (based on constant exchange rates) to a corridor of 6.5 to 7.0 percent (previously: approx. 8.5 percent).
Delve inside GEA sweets technology at ProSweets
From January 27 - 30, technology group GEA will offer customers and interested parties in-depth insights into its efficient industrial solutions and machine technology for the confectionery, snack and bakery industries at its ProSweets 2019 booth (Hall 10.1 / G-061) in Cologne.
Cell count sensor GEA DairyMilk M6850 wins Audience Award as "Novelty of the Year" at EuroTier 2018
The cell count sensor GEA DairyMilk M6850 has won the Audience Award as "Novelty of the Year" at EuroTier 2018. It is the world's first real-time system for effective early detection of mastitis in each individual quarter during the overall milking process. Because the measurement is performed using a robust, purely physical and patented measuring method (EPT principle = Electrical Permittivity Threshold), the GEA DairyMilk M6850 is particularly low-maintenance, reliable and comes out without any consumables.
Change in GEA Supervisory Board
Colin Hall (47) was appointed to the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft by order of the Düsseldorf local court. Colin Hall, an American national, is Head of Investments at Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL), simultaneously holding the position of CEO at Sienna Capital, a 100 percent subsidiary of GBL. He succeeds Prof. Dr. Ing. Werner J. Bauer (67), who resigned from the Supervisory Board for personal reasons as of November 12, 2018. It is planned that Colin Hall will stand as a candidate for election by the shareholders in April 2019.
GEA builds Dairygold's next milk powder plant in Ireland
In July of this year, GEA received the order for Dairygold's next milk powder plant in Ireland in Mallow, County Cork. The scope includes one new spray drier (GEA's Multi-Stage Dryer - MSD® size 1000), one new evaporator to match (type 3 MVR), one new 12MT/hr x 25kg GEA powder packing LI Line (Limited Intervention) including N2 gas packing, as well as the associated powder transfer and handling systems.
GEA VIPOLL delivers ultra-flexible "ALL IN ONE" filler to Norway
On the occasion of the 2018 BrauBeviale (Nürnberg Messe, Hall 7, Booth 602) GEA sets its sights on highly efficient, multifunctional beverage lines as part of its 360° offer for the brewing industry. The booth will display the ALL IN ONE monoblock filler, which can fill bottles, cans and PET containers on a single filler. GEA VIPOLL, which became part of its parent company in January 2018, built the machine on display for Macks Ølbryggeri, the fourth largest brewery in Norway.
BrauBeviale 2018: GEA Service for Breweries
With the theme "Partnership for Efficiency", GEA provides an extensive range of services for breweries ensuring highest reliability and maximum plant efficiency. The GEA service for breweries comprises the complete process area from malt intake to the interface with the packaging area, including refrigeration and CO2 recovery plants.
EuroTier 2018 - Improved cow comfort and increased safety with new cubicle GEA DairyBarn B3130 and new feed fence GEA DairyBarn B3525
Healthy and rested cows are essential for productivity and profitability in the dairy farm. The new cubicle, GEA DairyBarn B3130, is the only box system on the market that has no fixed mounted neck and front rails. Therefore it offers freedom of movement, flexibility and safety at the same time.
EuroTier 2018 - Leading the way: Optimized GEA One Way Finger Gate now available
The new GEA One Way Finger Gate for improved walkway management ensures safely one-way cow traffic inside the barn.
EuroTier 2018 - Universal control for scraper drives: GEA introduces DG-321 control panel
Beginning of 2019, GEA will introduce a new and universal DiGital scraper control panel for 3, 2 or 1 scraper drives, the DG-321, to the European market. The new control panel with advanced functionalities for small, midsized and large barns will replace almost all existing ones. It will be available for all GEA manure scraper drives and all voltages/Hz variants.
EuroTier 2018 - Efficient and environmentally friendly manure treatment with GEA decanters
In order to treat the livestock manure to enable the utilization of the associated nutrient surpluses, GEA has developed application-specific GEA manure Decanter lines. Through the continuous removal of solids and the high dewatering performance, the use of GEA decanters offers an efficient and economical solution for agriculture. The clarified manure is largely free of phosphate and can thus be spread on land without causing any environmental problems. Most of the phosphor is in the solid phase and can easily be transported to nutrient-deficient areas.
GEA develops yeast propagator for craft breweries
Just in time for the BrauBeviale, GEA is completing the development of the GEA Craft Propagator, a yeast propagation system specially designed for small and medium-sized craft breweries. With production volumes from 5 to 25 hectoliters, the propagator's dimensions are adapted to GEA's brewhouse solutions CRAFT-STAR® and COMPACT-STAR® (25 to 125 hectoliters brew size). The official sales launch is scheduled for 2019.
Packaging dates and poultry quickly and reliably with GEA PowerPak packaging machines
At Gulfood Manufacturing 2018, GEA will present the key themes of innovation, food safety, top quality and maximum flexibility in food and dairy processing in hall 1, booth A1-64. One highlight at the stand is the high-capacity thermoformer GEA PowerPak, which satisfies food sector requirements, and ideal for packing dates, poultry, seafood or cheese products.
GEA publishes figures for the third quarter
After a very good previous quarter, GEA also closed the third quarter of 2018 on a positive note. GEA set new third quarter records for both order intake and revenue. The operating EBITDA margin was also up year-on-year, enabling GEA to nearly reverse the deficit from a weak first quarter.
GEA Grasso V HP – New reciprocating compressor models for NH3 heat pump solutions
Continuing the success story of the GEA Grasso V series on a higher level, GEA developed the high-pressure version for heat pump applications. With a maximum design pressure of 39 bar, the V HP models are the right choice for hot water applications up to 70 °C.
GEA RedGenium – New low-charge NH3 heat pump for sustainable heating
GEA presents the new heat pump series GEA RedGenium at Chillventa. This new series combines the potential of heat pump technology with the natural refrigerant ammonia.
GEA BluQ – New Ammonia chiller with semi-hermetic compact screw compressor at Chillventa 2018
GEA will be presenting the new ammonia chiller BluQ at Chillventa 2018 in Nuremberg. The world leading fair is the ideal platform to showcase under the umbrella "Keep it blue" the company's focus sustainability and energy efficiency in Hall 7, Stand 502 from 16 - 18 October.
Ad hoc: GEA adjusts outlook for the 2018 fiscal year
Based on the preliminary figures for the third quarter of 2018, the Executive Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has decided to adjust the outlook for the 2018 fiscal year.
GEA releases preliminary third quarter figures and adjusts outlook for the 2018 fiscal year
According to preliminary figures, the positive trend compared with the same period last year in order intake (approx. EUR 1,180 million, plus 12 percent), revenue (approx. EUR 1,180 million, plus 4 percent) and operating EBITDA (approx. EUR 135 million; plus 12 percent) has persisted throughout the third quarter of 2018. However, earnings development, in particular in the customer industry Dairy Processing, falls short of the company's own expectations.
New GEA Bock HA44e compressor for the low temperature application
At Chillventa, the leading trade fair for energy efficiency, heat pumps and refrigeration, the technology group GEA presented the new GEA HA44e compressor as one highlight.
Chillventa 2018: GEA CompaX: First semi-hermetic compact screw compressor for NH3 – the result of 50 years of innovative strength
After seven years of development technology group GEA will present the world's first semi-hermit compact screw compressor for ammonia at Chillventa (Hall 7, Stand 502) – GEA CompaX. The main goal for CompaX engineers was to highlight the benefits of NH3 in a simplified design concept.
Prestigious RAC Cooling Industry Award for GEA
The British Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Magazine (RAC) has awarded GEA with this year's RAC Cooling Industry Awards in the category "Building Energy Project". The globally renowned award honors companies that are particularly committed to environmentally friendly and innovative solutions in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry.
GEA concludes the sale of its production site in Château-Thierry
GEA successfully concluded the sale of its GEA Westfalia Separator Production France SAS entity, i.e. its French standard separators production facility and the respective real estate in Château-Thierry (Hauts-de-France region) to the French industrial group Altifort as planned.
GEA presents its solutions for ready-to-drink tea for the first time at the Pack Expo
"Are you ready for ready-to-drink tea?" That's the question that GEA's tea experts are asking at this year's Pack Expo International in Chicago, Illinois, USA (October 14–17, 2018, stand N-4927). GEA is targeting beverage producers who are continuously expanding their range of freshly brewed, ready-to-drink tea to align with the trend towards health-promoting diets.
Standardized upgrading with the intuitive touch: GEA Omni™ Retrofit Control Panels for screw and piston compressors
Compressors are considered the heart of industrial refrigeration systems. With its service product, the GEA Omni™ Retrofit Panel, GEA provides state-of-the art technology to keep them up-to-date with a safe, reliable and efficient control unit.
"Filling matters" at BrauBeviale: GEA VIPOLL filling expertise makes GEA a full-range supplier of brewing technology
With the motto 'Filling matters' GEA will demonstrate at BrauBeviale 2018 that filling is a key pillar of the beverage industry (Hall 7, Booth 602, November 13–15, 2018, Nuremberg, Germany). The focus of this year's trade fair presence is the newly acquired subsidiary, GEA VIPOLL from Slovenia, which develops and produces filling technologies for hot and cold fill drinks.
EuroTier 2018: GEA presents "Next Step Future Farming"
With the theme "Next Step Future Farming", the technology group GEA is presenting efficient solutions around the topics of digitization and networking at this year's EuroTier (November 13 to 16, 2018 in Hanover, Germany). Improving animal health and product quality while increasing efficiency and cost-effectiveness are the focus of GEAs latest developments.
Stefan Klebert set to become GEA's new CEO
At today's meeting, the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has appointed Stefan Klebert (53) to the company's Executive Board with effect from November 15, 2018. On February 18, 2019, he will succeed the long-serving CEO, Jürg Oleas (60), who is going to leave the company after completion of the fiscal year and after handing over the reins in February 2019.
Ad hoc: GEA appoints new CEO
At today's meeting, the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has appointed Stefan Klebert (53) to the company's Executive Board with effect from November 15, 2018. On February 18, 2019, he will succeed the long-serving CEO, Jürg Oleas (60), who is going to leave the company after completion of the fiscal year and after handing over the reins in February 2019.
Supplying power to 200 million people: GEA supplies Suape Energia with Brazil's most efficient slop oil processing plant
GEA has supplied centrifugal separation equipment to Suape Energia, a major power producer in Brazil. The equipment has allowed the company to process residual oil sludge from a 381.2 MW oil-fired power station to reduce disposal costs, recover water for use elsewhere in the plant and provide clean fuel oil for sale and to run its internal heating system. The operator believes the GEA technology to be the most efficient slop oil processing plant in Brazil. Full payback on the BRL 2 million-plus investment has been achieved in just four months.
GEA's hermetically sealed control valve extends shelf life of food and beverages
GEA is expanding its D-tec® valve line with the new GEA D-tec® P/DV control valve for ultraclean applications in the food, beverage and dairy industries. This allows reliable control of process parameters such as volume flow, pressure, temperature and filling level of a vessel.
GEA introduces SmartPacker CX250-S at PackExpo in Chicago
The new vertical bagger from GEA for high-speed packaging of confectionery and snacks boosts efficiency and ease-of-use.
GEA shows how to produce delicacies effectively at iba 2018
GEA will highlight its innovative process and technology solutions for the bakery and pasta processing industries at iba 2018, the world's leading trade fair for bakery, confectionery and snacks.
GEA develops BisCat technology for the cleaning of flue gases from glass melting furnaces – Reference at glass kiln Glashütte Freital from March 2019
GEA Glashütte Freital ordered GEA for supply and installation of a compact plant for the cleaning of flue gases resulting from melting furnaces. Customer has selected GEA's BisCat technology (Bischoff Catalysator technology) thanks to low space requirement and combination of several process steps in one reactor. The new furnace has a melting capacity about of 150 t/d, commissioning along with GEA's emission control plant is foreseen for March 2019.
"Future on board. Today": GEA at the SMM in Hamburg – new GEA marine Separator
GEA engineers are committed to pushing the limits and even exceeding them with intelligent solutions and customer benefits. The latest example of one of these successful product developments is the new GEA marine separator. GEA presented the machine at SMM, the leading international trade fair for the maritime industry in Hamburg.
GEA at SMM: GEA EffiClean for the effective and time-saving cleaning of mineral oil separators
The manual cleaning of the disk stack of mineral oil separators has been a tedious, time-consuming and dirty matter. Dismantling was often required. With its service product EffiClean, GEA is presenting an innovative solution at the SMM, the leading international maritime trade fair in Hamburg, with which disk stacks can be cleaned in just 20 minutes, depending on the degree of soiling, instead of usually up to eight hours.
GEA supplies two plants for waste heat utilization to India and Italy
GEA supplies Saint-Gobain with two Waste Heat Recovery Systems (WHRS) each for the utilization of waste heat from the float glass production lines in Pisa, Italy and Sriperumbudur, India. Commissioning is planned for the first half of 2019.
GEA speaks at symposia for scientists and young academics in the brewing industry
In September 2018, GEA will take part in two scientific events on brewery topics. The first, "Recent Advances in Hop Science," will be a symposium hosted by the European Brewery Convention which is dedicated to the current developments taking place around hop research and refinement (September 9-11, 2018, Nuremberg/Spalt). The second, the international "Young Scientist Symposium," is organized by the University of Applied Sciences in Trier and the Bitburger Brewery.
GEA delivers for BP gas plant in Egypt
GEA has delivered two centrifuges for monoethylene glycol (MEG) purification at BP's West Nile Delta offshore natural gas field in Egypt. The project represents an important new customer for GEA in its expanding MEG treatment business. MEG is used to protect gas pipelines from corrosion and blockage.
GEA receives accolade for the aseptic blow-fill-cap technology, ABF 1.2, with FDA certification
In July 2018, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) awarded GEA a letter of no objection (LONO) for its ABF 1.2 technology, an integrated blowing, filling and capping solution featuring a fully aseptic rotary blowing machine.
"Future on board. Today": GEA at SMM in Hamburg
With the theme "Future on board. Today", GEA presents innovative solutions that combine environmental protection with economy, reliability and safety at SMM, the world's leading trade fair for the maritime industry. SMM takes place in the Hamburg exhibition halls from September 4 to 7, 2018.
Cruise industry embraces transcritical CO2 technology
International technology group GEA signed a contract for its new transcritical CO2 industrial refrigeration technology, with P&O Cruises, part of Carnival Corporation & PLC, the world's largest commercial cruise ship operator.
GEA publishes figures for the second quarter
In the second quarter of 2018, GEA topped the previous year's figure for order intake, setting a new quarterly record. Second-quarter revenue was above the level of the previous year. Operating EBITDA in the second quarter was slightly above the figure for the same quarter of the previous year.
GEA equips cosmetics plant in Thailand with efficient process technology
GEA delivers the process technology for the plant expansion of a leading cosmetics company in Thailand. The Home and Personal Care experts will commission the entire process – from raw material to filling, including the required cleaning systems for pipelines and intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) in Bangkok by April 2019.
GEA installed first ApolloMilkSystem in South America
A need for an automated milking process and a desire to increase the efficiency and reliability of the milking process prompted the Chilean dairy farmer El Trafún to purchase the GEA ApolloMilkSystem, which is the first of its kind in South America.
Advanced design from GEA for Saudi Arabia's most modern dairy processing plant
GEA has worked with Almarai Company in Saudi Arabia to build the nation's largest and most modern dairy processing facility. The new plant at Al Kharj includes multiple production lines for a wide range of milk and yoghurt products. It has the capacity to process two million liters of milk a day.
Noumed Life Sciences Invests in GEA MODUL™ Q Tablet Press Technology
Noumed Life Sciences, an integrated generics pharmaceutical company that offers a wide range of services and a variety of products, has purchased three MODUL™ Q tablet presses from GEA, along with multiple Exchangeable Compression Module (ECM) turrets to maximize the equipment's capability and efficiency.
Fully robotic rotary parlors gain U.S. momentum
The automated milking trend continues to tick upwards in the U.S. GEA introduced the first fully automated robotic rotary parlor, DairyProQ, and installations quickly gained momentum with two completed at the end of 2017 and beginning of 2018, and four on track for completion by end-of-year.
GEA supplies ZLD plant for Abengoa in Mexico
A zero liquid discharge (ZLD) wastewater treatment plant for a power plant in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, marks another success for GEA's range of small ZLD systems. Abengoa S.A. will use the ZLD plant to convert a salt-laden wastewater into pure water for internal recycling and dry solids for disposal.
GEA supplies largest buttermaking machine in India
GEA recently sold its first buttermaking machine type BUE to an Indian dairy producer. Creamy Foods Limited, located in the state Uttar-Pradesh, placed an order for a GEA BUE 6000, which has a capacity of up to 6000kg/h butter, making it the largest buttermaking machine in India. The new machine will be brought into operation in February of 2019.
GEA broadens funding base
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has signed a EUR 150 million loan agreement running until 2025 with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to finance its research, development and innovation spending. By utilising the very attractive financing terms currently on offer, GEA is taking early action to diversify and extend the maturity of its already good funding base.
GEA has reported the cancellation of its shares
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has reported the cancellation of all 12,003,304 of its treasury shares acquired in the course of a share buyback program which was completed in February 2018.
GEA offers a broad technology portfolio for the lithium industry
In view of the growing demand for electric cars and smartphones, for example, demand for lithium is growing steadily worldwide. GEA supports customers in the realization of lithium processing plants with a comprehensive range of technologies.
GEA to supply contained tableting lines to top-tier Russian pharmaceutical company
GEA has been chosen by JSC Pharmasyntez, a leading Russian pharmaceutical company, to supply multiple contained tablet manufacturing lines for the production of highly potent hormonal products.
GEA presents Integrated Freeze-Drying Solutions at ACHEMA 2018 – Application-specific lyophilization technology
GEA's process expertise is based on a long history of innovation, applied R&D and industry experience. And, as a long-term partner to the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, our equipment stands for high performance, quality and reliable, trouble-free operation.
GEA pathfinder GMP: a success story. Skid system for pharmaceutical technical centers
Since its market launch one year ago, this skid-mounted separator has been implemented in pharmaceutical technical centers and pilot plants around the world for the development of new products.
Presenting the GEA TTI 150 at ACHEMA 2018 – an explosion-proof separator for chemical applications
The safety of persons, materials, production and delivery processes, and the protection of the environment – are GEA's top priorities. As a global innovation leader in separation technology, GEA will present its new TTI 150 separator at ACHEMA 2018 (June 11 to June 15 in Frankfurt), the World Forum and the 31st leading international trade fair for the process industry.
"Home and Personal Care" at ACHEMA 2018: Prevent product losses with GEA pigging technology
GEA's "Home and Personal Care" center of excellence discusses solutions for applications ranging from raw material intake to liquids and powders processing and presenting GEA VARICOVER® for product recovery
The gentle giant: GEA develops a large rotary lobe pump for sensitive products
GEA is expanding its NOVALOBE pump range with the large-volume GEA Hilge NOVALOBE 60. The robust rotary lobe pump is specifically designed for pumping and dosing highly viscous media, also with large particles. This new development meets the hygiene standards of the EHEDG guidelines for applications in the pharmaceutical, chemical and food industries.
GEA has received a binding offer from Altifort to acquire its production site in Château-Thierry
As part of its "Global Manufacturing Footprint Program" GEA aims to sell the Westfalia Separator Production France SAS entity (WSPF SAS), i.e. its French standard separators production facility (WSPF) and the respective real estate in Château-Thierry (Hauts-de-France region). The administrative offices for GEA's other activities that are located in Château-Thierry will not be impacted. A binding offer has been submitted by the French industrial group Altifort that was brought in by Nord France Invest.
Collaboration Facilitates Continuous Manufacturing – Working together to make a difference
During the recent ACHEMA trade show, which took place in Frankfurt, Germany (11–15 June), GEA hosted a joint press conference with other key suppliers to the pharmaceutical sector to highlight a number of industry collaborations that are helping to facilitate the uptake of continuous manufacturing (CM) technology in the drug production sector.
GEA implements new plant for the production of sodium bicarbonate for the pharmaceutical sector at Ciech Soda Deutschland
At the end of 2017, GEA was awarded an order by Ciech Soda Deutschland GmbH & Co., one of the leading manufacturers of soda products, for the development and design, delivery and installation of a plant for the production of sodium bicarbonate.
GEA Remote Eye Wear: real-time support, anywhere in the world
For plant inspections, to provide support during commissioning and in the event of technical problems, GEA has developed GEA Remote Eye Wear. Thanks to state-of-the-art technology, it offers customers virtual real-time support by a GEA service technician via remote access. As a result, response times are shortened and travel costs are almost completely avoided.
New-generation GEA pharmaceutical separators with the innovative GEA flexChange concept – market launch at ACHEMA 2018
Market launch at ACHEMA 2018. Under the slogan "Making science work", for the first time GEA presented the new generation of separators for pharmaceutical applications with the innovative GEA flexChange concept at the international process industry trade fair in Frankfurt am Main from June 11 to June 15 in hall 4, stand F46. The bowls of this separator can be quickly and easily interchanged with the standard-model integrated direct drive, without expensive structural alterations.
R&D Solutions for Batch and Continuous Solid Dosage Processing
Designed for a broad array of applications, our R&D range covers every aspect of oral solid dosage production, from high shear mixers, fluid bed dryers and single pot systems to extruders and spheronizers, blenders and containment solutions, right through to tablet compression.
Thirty percent energy savings with GEA steam ejector made of graphite
GEA has developed a steam ejector made of DIABON® graphite especially for highly corrosive applications in the chemical industry. Compared to the porcelain steam jet vacuum pumps frequently used to extract aggressive vapors and gases, the graphite pumps have a higher mechanical resistance and a more precise design.
World premiere at ACHEMA: The GEA NiSoX-Valve homogenizes nanoemulsions faster, smoother and more flexibly
GEA has developed the new NiSoX homogenization valve, which distributes particles in the desired size exceptionally evenly. This especially benefits customers from the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries who rely on the finest nanoemulsions and microemulsions for their products.
GEA screw compressors match the requirements of the chemical and petrochemical industries
GEA compressors are a globally established system component for industrial refrigeration and for treating natural gas, biogas and industrial gases in oil & gas, power, chemical and other operations. Based on the principles of efficiency and reliability GEA extended the history of the Grasso LT series by the XG and XH models.
New MULTIDRIVE technology from Pavan: rapid and frequent changes of thermo-hygrometric conditions are the key to success
Pavan presents his new MULTIDRIVE technology at this year's Ipack-Ima. The new technology allows manufacturers to make long cut pasta of unrivalled quality at the same time delivering energy savings and a reduced overall footprint.
Pavan launches its new MRD540 filling and forming machine for fresh pasta at Ipack-Ima 2018
Pavan presents the new MRD540 high-speed forming machine at Ipack-Ima in Milan. With quick die change capabilities it is suitable for the production of single sheet ravioli, fagottini and cappelletti and both hard and soft fillings. The demonstration configuration for the fair combines a SPW single-sheet kneader-sheeter machine and lobe pump.
Stiavelli: World premiere of new SVML/SDFQ packaging machine for double square bottom packs at Ipack-Ima 2018
Stiavelli showcases its enriched range of highly reliable and durable equipment for the pasta industry including its new SVML/SDFQ packaging machine featuring the SPC20 weigher at Ipack-Ima 2018.
New Golfetto Sangati GCTL bran shredder reduces granulometry by two-thirds within a single process
At the Ipack-Ima in Milan, Golfetto Sangati will debut its new GCTL bran shredder. The new machine reduces the granulometry of bran from 700-800 microns to 250 microns in a single process. The result is homogeneous wholegrain flour perfect for the requirements of the food processing industry.
GEA Equips New integrated Pilot Plant at the University of Sheffield
Continuous manufacturing technology from GEA takes center stage at the University of Sheffield's new chemical engineering teaching plant.
GEA and Perceptive Engineering to deliver intelligent monitoring and control systems to the global pharmaceutical industry
GEA and Perceptive Engineering, Daresbury, UK, have announced a collaboration to promote and deploy cutting-edge multivariate monitoring and Advanced Process Control (APC) solutions for batch and continuous pharmaceutical process units.
GEA environmental Decanter prime and GEA varipond®: Safe and economical control of sludge processes
GEA environmental Decanter prime: Tailored, efficient wastewater treatment that generates resources for municipalities, industry and agriculture. GEA varipond® – a success story: Fully automatic control system to simplify and optimize sludge treatment
GEA biosolids Decanter pro: Successful launch on the Chinese market
The GEA biosolids Decanter pro has been met with a positive response, including in the Far East. To date, more than 30 machines have been supplied to China alone for use in wastewater treatment plants. The IE Expo 2018, held in Shanghai from 3 to 5 May 2018, is Asia's largest trade fair for environmental technology solutions – and saw considerable interest in this line of decanters. GEA is also presenting the GEA biosolids Decanter pro line at IFAT 2018 in Munich (Germany), the world's leading trade fair for environmental technologies.
500th GEA dairy separator with integrated direct drive sold to North American customer
Recently, GEA sold its 500th dairy separator with integrated direct drive to a dairy processing plant in North America. The customer is one of the largest dairy processing companies in the world turning milk into a wide range of dairy products, including yogurt, cheese, butter and cream.
GEA announces figures for the first quarter 2018
Thanks to robust growth in small and mid-sized orders, GEA's order intake in the first quarter of 2018 almost matched the level of the previous year.
GEA commissions the Mast-Jägermeister SE blending system
After GEA completed the production tests for spirits manufacturer Mast-Jägermeister SE at its new "South Production" plant in Wolfenbüttel, Germany, the production plant went into commercial operation in April 2018.
IFAT 2018: GEA presents solutions to generate energy and reusable materials from waste water, sludge, manure and fermentation residues.
GEA Environmental Decanter: Efficient waste water treatment that generates resources for communities, industry and agriculture
Brewing and bottling to the Nashville Sound: GEA at the 2018 CBC
When the US Brewers' Association hosts the Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America (CBC) in Nashville, Tennessee, GEA will also present its brewing and bottling solutions (April 30 through May 3, 2018, stand 552).
GEA's CFO to take early retirement from his position on the Executive Board
Yesterday, the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft and Dr. Helmut Schmale (61), Chief Financial Officer of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, have mutually agreed that Helmut Schmale will step down from the Executive Board prior to the termination of his appointment due to expire at the end of March 2021.
Ad hoc: GEA's CFO to take early retirement from his position on the Executive Board
Today, the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft and Dr. Helmut Schmale (61), Chief Financial Officer of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, have mutually agreed that Helmut Schmale will step down from the Executive Board prior to the termination of his appointment due to expire at the end of March 2021.
Quality requires precision: GEA's CMAG™ flow meter provides accurate measurement data for sensitive production processes
To complement automated production plants, for example, in the food, pharmaceutical and biotech industries, GEA has developed the magnetic inductive flow meter CMAG™.
Ad hoc: GEA releases preliminary Q1 2018 results
For the first quarter of 2018, GEA anticipates the following preliminary results: Operating EBITDA* is expected to amount to approximately EUR 65 million (previous year EUR 96 million).
GEA releases preliminary first quarter 2018 results
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has announced preliminary first quarter 2018 results while simultaneously confirming its business outlook for the year 2018.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - GEA IO 4'' and TP700 control panels now available as retrofit
In order to benefit even more customers, the GEA experts have developed retrofit versions of the innovative IO 4'' control panel as well as the proven TP700 control panel.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - Superior product quality with GEA SAFEXPERT® anti-biofilm program
Biofilm is one of the most persistent sources of contamination for the dairy, food and beverage industry resulting in production downtime and contaminated products. In order to detect and prevent the growth of biofilm, GEA has in collaboration with its technical partner Realco developed the SAFEXPERT® program.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - GEA optimizes the IZMAG™ flow meter for more precision
Thanks to their many years of experience in the field of flow metering technology, the experts at GEA have succeeded with the IZMAG™ flow meter for metering with the highest precision. The proven IZMAG™ provides accurate and reliable measurement data such as needed in sensitive manufacturing processes in the food and beverage, pharma and biotech industries.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - GEA launches new freeze dryers for even closer scale-up to full production
GEA launched its new RAY™ PP (Pilot Plant) batch freeze dryers during Anuga FoodTec in Cologne. The RAY™ PP machines are designed for small-scale and R&D drying of general food products such as instant coffee, fruit, vegetables, herbs, meat, seafood and pet food, as well as very sensitive products such as lactic acid bacteria, enzymes and lactoferrin.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - GEA redesigns its BATCH FORMULA® Test Mixer for improved hygiene, flexibility, efficiency and easier installation
GEA has redesigned its market leading BATCH FORMULA® Test Mixer to meet customer demand for the highest possible levels of efficiency, flexibility and hygiene and presents it at ANUGA FoodTec in Cologne from 20-23 March, 2018. While redesigning the mixer, GEA has been able to reduce its footprint by at least 25 percent compared with previous models.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - GEA develops hygienic high-pressure pumps for dairies
GEA will present its first high-pressure pump for membrane filtrations such as reverse osmosis and nanofiltration in dairies at Anuga FoodTec 2018. The GEA Hilge HYGIA H is a systematic further development of the GEA pump portfolio, and expands the range of products for the dairy industry.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - Combi Plus: Great efficiency and highest flexibility for pasta filata cheese producers
GEA's latest development in continuous stretching machines is the ideal solution for producers of pasta filata cheese that require the highest flexibility in the production process, and an excellent yield, while keeping maintenance costs at a modest level.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - GEA raises the bar in high volume drum forming
GEA has launched its new MaxiFormer rotary drum former for the high-volume production of formed chicken, pork and meat replacement products. This new technology offers very high production capacity, better consistency, improved filling accuracy, less product waste and significantly lower operating costs when compared with alternative forming systems. The GEA MaxiFormer is available in 1000 mm and 600 mm width.
Anuga FoodTec 2018 - GEA introduces unique continuous control system to its S-Tec spiral freezer range
The technology group GEA now offers its spiral freezer series S-Tec for the food industry with the unique control technology CALLIFREEZE®. The new system ensures that all products are frozen precisely to the users' requirements. CALLIFREEZE® takes its name from its ability to calibrate the freezer having controlled the level of frozenness of the products. This reduces power consumption, improves efficiency and helps manufacturers produce the finest quality frozen food.
GEA's CEO will not renew his contract enabling the next generation of leadership
Today, the long-standing CEO of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, Jürg Oleas (60), has informed the Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Dr. Helmut Perlet, that he is not seeking to extend his term of office beyond December 31, 2019. Furthermore, Jürg Oleas also suggested to leave from the Executive Board at the Annual General Meeting in April 2019 in order to allow a swift change in leadership.
Ad hoc: GEA's CEO will not renew his contract enabling the next generation of leadership
Today, the long-standing CEO of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, Jürg Oleas (60), has informed the Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Dr. Helmut Perlet, that he is not seeking to extend his term of office beyond December 31, 2019. Furthermore, Jürg Oleas also suggested to leave the Executive Board at the Annual General Meeting in April 2019 in order to allow a swift change in leadership.
Pavan and GEA join forces for the first time at Anuga FoodTec
Only a few months after acquiring the Italian Pavan Group, the technology group GEA will integrate the company into their booth at Anuga FoodTec in Cologne. GEA invites food industry representatives to visit hall 10.2 at booth A-090-C-119 to learn more about the future of food processing through innovative equipment and integrated solutions.
Capital Markets Day 2018 – GEA announces mid-term growth targets and confirms dividend policy
On the occasion of today's Capital Markets Day held in London, GEA, the Düsseldorf-based technology group, presents its strategic orientation and mid-term prospects for growth.
GEA ends fiscal year 2017 with moderate growth
Düsseldorf-based technology group GEA has published figures for the 2017 financial year together with a business outlook for 2018. The group's order intake for the whole of 2017 amounted to EUR 4,751 million, which is 1.7 percent above the previous year's level and sets a new record for GEA.
GEA renews Executive Board mandates of Steffen Bersch and Niels Erik Olsen
At yesterday's ordinary meeting, the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft extended the terms of office of Steffen Bersch (48) and Niels Erik Olsen (51) as members of the company's Executive Board, scheduled to end on December 31, 2018, by a further three years until December 31, 2021.
GEA wins the Dairy Technology Award 2018
The Dairy Technology Award, presented by the trade magazines molkerei-industrie and International Dairy Magazine (both part of B&L MedienGesellschaft) and the Association of Ahlem Engineers, once again goes to GEA in 2018.
GEA sells first milking system to Indonesia
GEA has recently secured a contract with ABC Group in Indonesia to supply the company with a highly efficient 2 x 24 herringbone milking parlor for the company's dairy herd. It is GEA's first reference site for this type of equipment in the country.
GEA secures ongoing new business in the Indonesian dairy market
The Indonesian ABC Group chooses a range of new equipment from GEA.
Flip-flop control in GEA valve heads saves 90 percent of cleaning media
PMO approves electronic low-emission flip-flop function for GEA double-seat valves used in dairy processing
GEA places borrower's loan note in the amount of EUR 250 million
GEA has successfully issued a borrower's loan note in the amount of EUR 250 million. Realigning its funding structure, the Düsseldorf based technology group offers four tranches with maturities of five and seven years, each subdivided into a fixed rate and a variable rate portion.
GEA technology supermarket shows specialist expertise during Foodex
The technology group GEA will exhibit its wide range of high-tech equipment and possibilities for customized solutions in the area food and drink processing and packaging at Foodex 2018 in Birmingham from April 16-18.
GEA receives another major order to supply equipment for lithium production in Australia
At the end of 2017, GEA received yet another order from MSP Engineering Pty Ltd to equip a new, ultra-modern facility for the production and processing of lithium. GEA was awarded an order of a similar size only around a year ago.
GEA receives BTR "Award for Excellent Supplier"
GEA was awarded by Shenzen BTR New Energy Materials during their Annual Supplier Commendatory Meeting 2017 with the "Award for Excellent Supplier". BTR is a global leading lithium battery anode and cathode material solution provider, and the largest lithium battery cathode material supplier in the world.
GEA announces new STR Series Semi-Tanker for Liquid Manure Transport
GEA has announced the North American launch of its STR Series Manure Semi-Tanker, the latest addition to the GEA range of manure management equipment. The STR Semi-Tanker is designed to make manure transportation quicker and easier by enabling a semi-truck to haul the manure tanker both on the roadway and, if appropriate, directly on the field for spreading.
GEA cooling systems for pork production in Russia
End of last year the pig slaughter and processing entity Agroeco-Yug signed a contract with the technology group GEA for the supply, installation and commissioning of an extensively cooling system.
GEA completes share buyback program
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft completed its share buyback program in the amount of up to EUR 450 million within the envisaged timeframe. Between March 8, 2017, and February 6, 2018, a total of 12,003,304 shares were repurchased on the stock market.
FDA acquires GEA ConsiGma 1 unit for their CDER/OPQ Continuous Lab
The FDA has purchased a GEA ConsiGma™ 1 OSD development unit, which is housed in the CDER/OPQ (Office of Pharmaceutical Quality).
GEA optimizes flavor manufacturing
The technology group GEA has specified its process solution for flavor manufacturing and developed a new machine design as well as control and cleaning elements for the production facilities from the handling of raw materials right through to final packaging. With this, GEA helps flavor manufacturers to ensure the taste, consistency and repeatability of their products.
GEA releases preliminary figures 2017 and an initial indication for the 2018 fiscal year
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has released preliminary figures for fiscal year 2017 as well as an initial indication for 2018. Fiscal year 2018 is anticipated to be challenging, in particular due to the sustained weakness of dairy processing, an important customer industry, as well as the strength of the euro. GEA has already launched important strategic initiatives.
Ad hoc: GEA releases preliminary figures 2017 and an initial indication for the 2018 fiscal year
GEA projects the following preliminary figures for the 2017 fiscal year (excluding effects from acquisitions made in 2017): At approximately EUR 4,750 million (previous year EUR 4,674 million), order intake is moderately above the prior-year level. Revenue is up by almost 2 percent to approximately EUR 4,580 million (previous year EUR 4,492 million).
A second life for flexible plastic packaging
By 2050, it is estimated there will be more plastic than fish in the world's oceans. Contributing to the transformation of global plastic packaging material flows is essential for each stakeholder of the plastics value chain.
Processing, filling, sealing: GEA supplements its portfolio with bottle and can filling
GEA strengthens its market position as a total solutions provider in the beverage processing industry with finalizing the acquisition of the Slovenian machine manufacturer VIPOLL d.o.o. in January 2018.
GEA extends portfolio with extrusion and milling technology
With the concluded acquisition of the Italian Pavan Group end of November 2017 the Düsseldorf engineering group GEA purchased a leading supplier of extrusion and milling technology for processing all kinds of fresh and dried pasta, pelleted snack products and breakfast cereals.
GEA closes acquisition of Vipoll
GEA completed the acquisition of Vipoll, headquartered in Križevci pri Ljutomeru, Slovenia, which was signed in November 2017. With the acquisition, GEA has added to its group a manufacturer of filling technologies for soft drinks, beer and fresh milk products into glass bottles and cans, as well as pet bottles.
GEA presents high-end technologies for reliable food processing
At Anuga FoodTec in Cologne, the technology group GEA will present the future of food processing with innovative machines and integrated solutions from March 20 to 23, 2018. The leading competence partner will focus on "Innovations & Liquids" during the global trade fair in Hall 10.2 Stand A-090-C-119 and will be showcasing a host of new technology and services in the area of processing and packaging technology for the food industry.
GEA successfully finalized world's largest fermentation plant for cultures
n November a successful collaboration between GEA and long-term customer Chr. Hansen was completed with the inauguration of the world's largest fermentation plant for bacterial cultures at the customer's site in Copenhagen, Denmark. The production site now comprises with the latest highly complex AIR17-fermentation project four production lines.
GEA optimizes monitoring of powder flow, fluidization and cleaning
GEA Service recently launched its new VISIOCOVER™ Upgrade Program for the safe visual inspection of non-sticky-powder processes in the dairy, food, chemical and pharma industries.
GEA focuses on excellence at every stage of food processing at IPPE
GEA is showcasing excellence at every stage of food processing – from adding value to products during preparation to packaging end products. This edition of one of the meat and poultry processing industry's most important trade shows focuses on innovation and it is used to make businesses more successful.
One machine, plenty of applications: Aseptic soft drink bottling without changeover time
GEA has launched the latest generation of aseptic filling technology: the Fillstar CX EVO. This multi-functional system provides beverage industry customers with the capacity to seamlessly switch between different types of products, from carbonated to still aseptic beverages and vice-versa.
GEA shows record breaking speed at ProSweets
The machines presented by the international technology group GEA at ProSweets in Cologne (Hall 10.1, Stand G-07) are characterized by very high production speeds. The GEA Aquarius FlexFormer Extra High Capacity (XHC) is the fastest lollipop former in its class, while the GEA SmartPacker TwinTube C breaks records for confectionery bagging.
GEA closes acquisition of Italian Pavan Group
GEA successfully concluded the acquisition of the Pavan Group, headquartered in Galliera Veneta near Padua, Italy, which was signed in September. With the acquisition of Pavan, GEA has added to its group a leading supplier of extrusion and milling technology for processing all kinds of fresh and dried pasta, pelleted snack products and breakfast cereals.
GEA Super Slider Pump: one pump for all pits
GEA has launched a new 8-inch, adjustable-length, highly-versatile manure pump, which can be used in pits of varying depth. The Super Slider Pump has been specifically designed for use by dairy, hog and beef farmers with multiple pits and by contract manure haulers who travel from farm to farm.
GEA brings together technologies to supply extended pasta filata cheese production line for BMI
GEA has recently been selected to supply an extended pasta filata cheese production line for BMI in Jessen, Germany. With this exemplary project GEA brings together its joint cheese-making expertise, resulting from its acquisition of de Klokslag and CMT in 2014 and 2015 respectively, with GEA's flow and processing experience to provide a single offering for this prestigious customer.
GEA acquires specialist for filling lines in Slovenia
GEA, one of the largest equipment and solutions supplier for the food processing industry, has signed an agreement to acquire VIPOLL, a family owned manufacturer of filling technologies for carbonated soft drinks, beer and fresh milk products. The acquisition strengthens GEA's market position as a total solutions provider in the beverage processing industry.
GEA announces figures for the third quarter
GEA's order intake in the third quarter of 2017 was EUR 1,057 million and 2.5 percent below the previous year's level. In terms of revenue, the Business Area (BA) Solutions in particular made gains, with overall group revenue increasing by 2.7 percent to EUR 1,131 million.
GEA seals the deal with farmatek as new customer at CPhI Worldwide
GEA is pleased to announce the sale of a PERFORMA™ P rotary tablet press to first-time customer farmatek, a privately owned Turkish pharmaceutical company.
The Perfect Slice – Information about trends and innovations at the GEA Slicing Days in Kempten
Under the slogan "The Perfect Slice" GEA, one of the world's largest suppliers of systems for the food processing industry, invited customers and business partners from Germany and abroad to visit its site in Kempten to exchange news and views with fellow professionals over a four-day period in October.
GEA sells its ice machine activities in France
The GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft is selling its ice machine production in the French town of Les Sorinières, near Nantes, following a management buyout. A corresponding agreement was signed by GEA and Serge Vidal, whose responsibilities include being Head of Supply Chain and Production for ice machines at GEA in France.
GEA technology and expertise at Food Ingredients Europe
GEA, supplier of world-leading process solutions and components for demanding production processes, will be presenting during the international fair Food Ingredients Europe (stand 08.0Q5) in Frankfurt from November 28-30, 2017 the company's range of technology for the manufacture of food ingredients, freeze-dried food and coffee.
GEA PowerGrind models improve efficiency in meat processing companies
The recent addition of the GEA PowerGrind 200 alongside the larger 280 model completes this robust, high capacity PowerGrind family. These grinders cut up fresh and frozen meat, and supersede the GEA AutoGrind range.
GEA and RCPE to support Pharma's adoption of continuous manufacturing
GEA and the Research Center for Pharmaceutical Engineering GmbH (RCPE) are working together to facilitate the industrial implementation of continuous manufacturing technologies.
GEA takes over Italian Pavan Group
GEA has acquired the Italian Pavan Group, a leading supplier of extrusion and milling technology for processing all kinds of fresh and dried pasta, pelleted snack products and breakfast cereals.
GEA impresses at drinktec 2017
GEA presented an array of product innovations to numerous industry experts at drinktec 2017, the "World's Leading Trade Fair for Beverage and Liquid Food Technology". Held every four years in Munich, the 2017 fair broke all records in attracting a total of 76,000 visitors from more than 170 countries and cementing its reputation as the world's most important platform for innovations in the sector.
Developing new recipes and testing new products with GEA batch mixing system
GEA DI-BATCH™ provides for the handling of small quantities in pilot phases – GEA gives customers the opportunity to test new non-alcoholic beverages in test centers
GEA adds a hard valve seat seal to the D-tec® valve range
GEA is celebrating the launch of the TEFASEP® gold valve seat seal at drinktec 2017 (Hall A3/ Stand 313). As well as the previously available standard elastomer materials, such as EPCM and FKM, now a hard seal option is available with the TEFASEP® gold. It consists of a specially developed thermoplast that is so resistant to temperature and chemicals that it can withstand sterilization processes of 121 °C up to 160 °C which is vital for highly hygienic or aseptic processing of, for example, UHT milk, baby food and soft drinks.
GEA IO: One control for every centrifuge
GEA has recently extended the use of its GEA IO control generation to its entire range of separators and decanters. This simple, user-friendly control system was initially launched in 2014 for decanters; it has since been revised and improved and is now available for use on all GEA centrifuges – for every application.
"Brewery 4.0": GEA presents concept future of brewing process
At drinktec 2017 the GEA technology group will hold a discussion about its "Brewery 4.0" concept for the future of the brewing industry. One pioneering feature of the concept is linking beer production – which includes continuous mash treatment and separation in double decanters, a faster fermentation and maturation process as well as quality assurance – with just-in-time production technology and the potential of digitalization.
GEA innovations improve beer production predictability
At drinktec 2017 GEA is also formulating their understanding of today's state-of-the-art technology under the title "Brewery Advanced". The concept utilizes GEA's sophisticated technology and a process design, creating significant advantages in terms of customer capacity and energy consumption. GEA is thus able to increase the number of brews in the lauter tun from 12 to 14 a day, while the evaporation rate has been reduced to a mere one percent.
GEA brings increased flexibility to dairy processors with Sterilfoil aseptic
Visitors to Munich's drinktec in September 2017 are in for a real treat as GEA unveils its Sterilfoil technology for the first time at the exhibition. This new technique for fitting sterile foil caps on HDPE bottles and PET bottles makes GEA able to offer its customers a complete range of aseptic closure options. This provides its customers with unique flexibility allowing them to choose the bottling and capping system that best suits their needs.
GEA launches the most powerful homogenizer in the world
At drinktec 2017 (Hall A3/ Stand 313), the GEA Ariete Homogenizer 5400, the world's most powerful homogenizer, will be the star of the show. This five-piston homogenizer can process 80,000 liters per hour at 120 bar, providing a quarter more power than any machine in the industry so far. Its built-in versatility makes it suitable for any application in the dairy and beverage industries yet it can still process 5,000 liters per hour at 1,500 bar for pharmaceutical applications.
Lecithin – a valuable byproduct
Vegetable lecithins are by-products of the production of soybean, sunflower and rapeseed oil. As natural emulsifying agents with first-class technological and nutritional-physiological properties, these lecithins are highly valued in the food industry in particular.
GEA demonstrates PerformancePlus at drinktec
GEA invites beverage industry representatives to visit Hall A3 Booth 313 at drinktec, the leading global trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry in Munich from September 11-15, 2017. GEA focuses on customer needs, including high quality products providing absolutely reliable and safe production, flexibility in the face of demand fluctuations, improvements to internal productivity with ever lower operating costs and a sustainable ecological balance.
GEA Remote Eye Wear: real-time assistance, anywhere in the world
GEA's Remote Eye Wear, demonstrated at this year's drinktec live (11.-15. September in Munich, GEA Booth 313, Hall A3) is a groundbreaking service innovation that enables virtual experts to support machine operators and service technicians in the field in-real time. From remote machine assessments, inspections and implementations to SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) assistance, this cutting-edge technology can reduce response times, almost eliminate travel costs and foster improved supplier-partner relationships.
GEA CRAFT-STAR™ exhibit will ship to brasserie in Northern France
Brasserie du Pays Flamand, a French brewery on the border region with Belgium, will take possession of the GEA CRAFT-STAR™ displayed at drinktec 2017 at the conclusion of the trade fair. A similar system, shown at the 2017 Craft Brewers Conference in Washington, D.C., was delivered to actor Kelsey Grammer's Faith American Brewery after that event.
GEA designs a new valve type – inverted, aseptic and application-oriented
GEA presents its new aseptic and inverted RVIN control valve at drinktec 2017 (hall A3/stand 313). This new valve type is particularly characterized by the inverted structure of the control cone and therefore also specifically suitable for application processes in which commercial aseptic stroke valves would have to close with the product flow.
GEA introduces a new compressor for bus air-conditioning systems at busworld 2017
The world's biggest and most renowned trade fair for city busses and coaches will be held in Kortrijk, Belgium from October 20 to 25, 2017. GEA will be featuring proven solutions such as the FKX40/755 K compressor at booth 415 in hall 4.
New features in the GEA A-Tec spiral freezer provide additional hygiene and space benefits for food processing customers
GEA has announced two new options for its trusted A-Tec spiral freezer for the North American market that provide significant hygiene and practical benefits to its food processing customers while maintaining all the essential and unique performance features of the range.
Bye-bye biofilm with GEA SAFEXPERT™ program
GEA invites beverage industry representatives to visit Hall A3 Booth 313 at drinktec, the leading global trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry in Munich from September 11-15, 2017.
New GEA TiroLabel – more reliable and faster labelling and printing
It goes without saying that any efficient packaging system needs to include a labeler that can keep pace with even the highest demands.
Significant increase in major orders for GEA in second quarter
In the second quarter of the year, GEA recorded significant year-on-year growth in major orders (volumes exceeding EUR 15 million) in the fields of e.g. dairy, beverage, and coffee projects.
GEA at POWTECH: Inspiring Powder Solutions
GEA will showcase its scope of expertise, wide range of technologies and solid and liquid processing solutions for several industries and applications at the upcoming POWTECH trade show in Nuremberg, Germany (26-28 September, 2017, Hall 3A, Stand 312).
GEA announces figures for the second quarter
GEA's order intake of EUR 1,241 million set a new high for the second quarter of a financial year.
Clean separator disks in 20 minutes with GEA EffiClean
Düsseldorf (Germany), July 25, 2017 – Manual cleaning of mineral oil centrifuges' disk stacks is a tedious and time consuming process, often taking more than eight hours.
GEA gets Residual Oxygen consistently down to under 2% for milk powder processor
Düsseldorf (Germany), July 12, 2017 – GEA in New Zealand has recently supplied a complete milk powder processing plant to Open Country Dairy including Modified Atmosphere Packing (MAP) that consistently provides a Residual Oxygen (RO) level in the sealed 25 kilograms bags of just two percent at the time of packing.
GEA CMT optimized service and spare parts supply
Peveragno (Italy), July 19, 2017 – Since CMT S.p.A. in Peveragno (Italy) was acquired by GEA in 2015, the company has completely revised its processes for servicing and the supply of spare parts across Europe and worldwide to take full advantage of the opportunities provided by the GEA network.
GEA builds a new turnkey dairy plant in South India for HAP
Düsseldorf (Germany), July 18, 2017 – GEA in India has been contracted by Hatsun Agro Product Limited (HAP) to install an automated dairy plant on turnkey basis at Dharapuram near Coimbatore, Tamilnadu.
Ad-hoc notification according to Article 17 MAR Preliminary Q2-figures, adjustment of Guidance for 2017
Based on preliminary figures, GEA for the second quarter 2017 expects an order intake of approx. EUR 1,241 million (prior year: EUR 1,222 million), working capital of approx. EUR 710 million (prior quarter: EUR 760 million), revenues of approx. EUR 1,141 million (prior year: EUR 1,157 million), and an operating EBITDA* of approx. EUR 122 million (prior year: EUR 145 million).
GEA to build Asia's largest milk production facility in India
Düsseldorf (Germany), July 13, 2017 – During the first quarter of 2017, GEA in India received an order from the AmulFed Dairy (formerly Mother Dairy) in Gandhinagar, a unit of Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF).
GEA appoints Martine Snels as new member to the Executive Board
Düsseldorf, June 30, 2017 – The Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has appointed Martine Snels to GEA's Executive Board with effect from the beginning of October 2017. She will assume responsibility for GEA's regions and countries organization. Following her appointment, GEA will be headed by an Executive Board consisting of five members.
GEA provides inspiration for beverage industry at drinktec 2017
"Packed with inspiration" is the theme for the GEA stand at Interpack, where it will present systems for packaging and processing of food, confectionery, dairy and bakery, beverage, medical and technical items, and pharma.
GEA provides inspiration for beverage industry at drinktec 2017
Düsseldorf (Germany), June 28, 2017 – GEA invites beverage industry representatives to visit Hall A3, Booth 313, at drinktec, the leading global trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry in Munich from September 11-15, 2017.
GEA to install its first CRAFT-STAR™ skid-mounted brewing system in the UK
London Bermondsey-based craft brewer Fourpure Brewing Co. is to install the new GEA CRAFT-STAR™ skid mounted brewing system from GEA as part of a GBP 2 million growth project that will see its production capacity increase by 400 % to 14 million pints (eight million liters) a year.
GEA brings automation to the barn with the FRone feed pusher
The FRone automated feed pusher from GEA works around the clock to keep fresh, high-quality feed at the bunk, maximizing the cows' production potential while giving farmers back countless hours of valuable time.
ValveCalc 6.0 – GEA AWP relaunches its leading design software for refrigeration valves
The long-established ValveCalc design program from GEA AWP helps with the selection and sizing of valves for refrigeration facilities. Great news from the German experts – the software is now enhanced to meet the latest standards, a move towards the very latest in technology design.
Bakery specialists GEA Comas and GEA Imaforni enjoy joint success at Interpack 2017
GEA Comas and GEA Imaforni joined together to present their range of integrated bakery solutions at Interpack in Düsseldorf in May 2017.
GEA announces figures for the first quarter
Thanks to robust growth in small and mid-sized orders, GEA's order intake in the first quarter of 2017 almost matched the level of the previous year. Despite reticence on the part of customers to place major orders, the company secured order intake of EUR 1,136 million in the period under review.
GEA Press Kit for Interpack 2017
At interpack 2017, the GEA stand (hall 7a, B09/B31) will be "packed with inspiration", exhibiting process equipment, solutions and services for the bakery, confectionary, dairy, beverage, and pharma sectors.
GEA OxyCheck ensures that packaged food products reach consumers in perfect condition
GEA develops world's first non-invasive oxygen measurement system for MAP – 100 percent quality control – GEA's contribution to the fight against food waste
GEA DeltaPak brings high-end thermoformer quality to smaller operations
Alongside the two GEA PowerPak thermoformers on the GEA stand at interpack is the market-entry GEA DeltaPak packaging machine. Perfect for short-run products, it simplifies taking the step from manual to automatic packaging systems by providing an economical solution with the quality and many of the advantages of GEA's larger thermoformers.
GEA DualSlicer: Smart details for top grades in slicing food
GEA will present this year's innovations in food processing and packaging exhibiting an integrated slicing/packaging line configured as a two-lane configuration for raw ham at interpack 2017. The line starts with a GEA DualSlicer including a new interleaver and works with GEA OptiScan scanning system.
GEA Aquarius equipment helps to revive the confectionary market
Having recently launched the GEA Aquarius CoatingLine, the world´s only fully automated line which forms, cools, coats and wraps lollipops, the stand features the wrapping machine GEA Aquarius BunchWrapper demonstrating two innovative labeling techniques.
More powerful functions added to the GEA PowerPak at interpack
On its stand GEA will present an integrated slicing/packaging line specified as a two-lane configuration for raw ham. While slicing is carried out on a GEA DualSlicer, packaging is done on a GEA PowerPak thermoformer equipped with a vision system, tool-free die changing, a new labeler, and a new end-of-line pick-and-place system.
Remote Eye Wear from GEA: real-time assistance, anywhere in the world
EYE WEAR from GEA, showcased at this year's interpack, is a groundbreaking service innovation that enables virtual experts to support machine operators and service technicians in the field in-real time. From remote machine assessments, inspections and implementations to SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) assistance, this cutting-edge technology can reduce response times, almost eliminate travel costs and foster improved supplier–partner relationships.
Taking pharma further, faster at interpack 2017
For the pharmaceutical industry, GEA will be showcasing its solutions for oral solid dosage (OSD) processing. "Whether you're working with batch-based or continuous processes, we offer a wide range of innovative solutions for our customers and partners, highlighting our ongoing support for the current and future pharmaceutical industry," noted Frans K.A. Maas, Vice President for GEA's Pharma Solids business.
GEA is a development partner for 100 percent recyclable plastic packaging
– In April 2017, "The Full PE Laminate" received the GPCA Plastics Excellence Awards "Best Sustainability Initiative in the plastics conversion industry" which was held as part of the GPCA Plastics Conversion Conference (PlastiCon 2017) in Abu Dhabi. A consortium that included GEA had introduced this ground-breaking solution for the manufacturing, processing and recycling of flexible plastic packaging, which is a matter of growing importance for the packaging industry in October 2016.
GEA Audits − Transparency for informed decision making
GEA Service offers audits and line improvement solutions that can help customers expand the life cycle of the line by foreseeing issues in advance, increasing efficiency and implementing the latest technologies.
GEA reports preliminary results for the first quarter of 2017
On the occasion of its Annual General Meeting, GEA released selected preliminary key figures for the first quarter of 2017. At approximately EUR 1,135 million, preliminary order intake was slightly down on the same period last year (EUR 1,144 million).
Dr. Helmut Schmale to continue as CFO until 2021
The Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft today extended the appointment as Chief Financial Officer of Dr. Helmut Schmale (60) by another 3 years until March 31, 2021.
GEA Monobox Automated Milking System cleared by FDA for the production of Grade A milk
The Monobox Automated Milking System from GEA is officially released for sale in the U.S. market after being cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the production of Grade A milk.
GEA opens modernized, expanded Pharma Solids Center in Belgium
To take the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry further, faster, GEA has invested in a new multimillion-Euro solid dosage facility. In May this year, the company will officially open its recently expanded GEA Pharma Solids Center (GPSC) in Wommelgem, Belgium.
GEA enters new markets, provides global solutions to oil & gas processors
GEA is reaching new horizons with several state-of-the-art projects in the oil & gas market. Expanded and strong global presence of GEA in this industry secured larger orders in the double digit million Euro range in total in Oman, Pakistan and the United States. Received in 2016, the orders will be realized until 2018.
New GEA structure set the course for cruising industry
Cruise passenger numbers are booming all over the world. With the new structure, GEA has developed the key advantage in a rapidly growing and demanding market. By combining different expertise GEA is able to offer customers a broader product portfolio from a single source to make sure that crew and passengers feel comfortable.
Craft Brewers Conference 2017: GEA meets craft beer brewers at trade convention in the USA
GEA will present its technology and services at the 34th Annual Craft Brewers Conference (CBC), the world's largest trade fair for the craft brewing community.
GEA presents high-performance compressors for natural refrigerants
According to the motto "Think green, choose blue" GEA presents innovative refrigeration and cooling solutions at EuroShop in Duesseldorf, Germany from March 5 to 9, 2017 (exhibition center, hall 17, booth D77). The main focus is on GEA compressors, especially developed for the use with natural refrigerants.
GEA secures first-of-a-kind pharma order from Hanmi Pharmaceutical
GEA has been chosen by Hanmi Pharmaceutical, one of the largest drug manufacturers in Korea, to supply manufacturing equipment for a new plant that's currently under construction in the city of Pyeongtaek-si in the Gyeonggi province of South Korea.
GEA is again the best brand for dairy farming
GEA has regained leadership position in the dairy farming sector on the 2016 DLG (German Agricultural Society) Image Barometer which returns it once again to the status of best brand in dairy farming business.
The new GEA Hilge HYGIA – versatile and adaptable
The new GEA Hilge HYGIA is a hygienic pump that offers a high degree of flexibility. It completes the GEA VARIPUMP range. In particular, users from the foodstuffs, beverage and pharmaceuticals industry benefit from the tremendous adaptability of these single-stage stainless steel centrifugal pumps with EHEDG certification.
GEA releases preliminary figures and decides share buyback program
Düsseldorf-based engineering group GEA has just published preliminary figures for the 2016 financial year, together with a business outlook for 2017. According to the data released, order intake rose to EUR 4,673 million on the back of very significant growth in the food sector.
Ad-hoc notification according to Article 17 MAR, GEA announces share buyback program
Today, making use of the authorization to acquire and use treasury stock granted by the Annual General Meeting on April 16, 2015, the Executive Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft decided with the consent of the Supervisory Board, that the Company shall purchase own shares in an aggregate value of up to EUR 450 mn (not including ancillary acquisition costs) on the stock exchange during the period from March 1, 2017 through February 28, 2018.
GEA puts inspiring new processing and packaging solutions on center stage at IPPE
"Inspiring Food Solutions" is the theme for GEA's stand at IPPE in Atlanta (Georgia, USA), from January 31 to February 2. One new product, several major redesigns, and a selection of additional key machines are set to inspire visitors at the show.
GEA plans continuity for Regional Heads
As of February 1st, 2017, Ansgar Hoffmann, who was previously responsible for GEA's North & Central Europe Region, will be taking over the DACH & Eastern Europe Region from Dr. Hugo Blaum, who is retiring.
Siemens and GEA partner in delivering continuous manufacturing to Pharmaceutical Industry
GEA and Siemens AG announce a partnership to bring continuous manufacturing to the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry by offering an integrated continuous tablet manufacturing line.
GEA brings customer and supplier together to trial 'GE Blister Free' membranes for the dairy processing industry
For the last two years, GEA in the USA has been working closely with General Electric (GE) to support the company's membrane manufacturing technology to better meet their joint customers' needs.
GEA awarded large-scale contract for nutritional powders plant in New Zealand
GEA has been awarded a contract by Mataura Valley Milk Limited to construct a nutritional powders plant in McNab near to Gore in the south island of New Zealand.
GEA's intelligent technologies for the dairy industry keep up with the latest trends
The huge interest in GEA's smart technologies for the dairy industry at the EuroTier 2016 trade fair in Hanover exceeded all expectations.
Newest milk powder plant with GEA technology inaugurated in New Zealand
After a two-year construction period and initial commissioning in September, Fonterra inaugurated its state-of-the-art, high-efficiency milk powder factory at Lichfield, New Zealand.
GEA supplies key technology for Lithium processing in Australia
GEA has received a larger order from MSP Engineering Pty Ltd, to equip a new, ultra-modern facility for Tianqi Lithium Australia Pty Ltd for the production and processing of lithium.
GEA at the Big5 2016 in Dubai
From November 21 to 24, 2016, GEA will present innovations and proven solutions in the field of refrigeration and air conditioning at the Big5 International Building and Construction Show. With over 3,100 international exhibitors, Big5 is the largest building trade fair in the Middle East, dealing with the industrial sectors construction, air conditioning, refrigeration, water technology and environmental engineering.
GEA presented innovative solutions for the beverage industry at BrauBeviale 2016
At BrauBeviale 2016 in Nuremberg, GEA presented not only this year's innovations to the beverage business – but also its technologies, which set standards in its sector. In close collaboration with the beverage industry, GEA mechanical engineers and process technicians create tailored solutions.
Herd management mobile and flexible: GEA DairyNet in 365FarmNet
Digitalization, big data, digital transformation – these topics are also at the very top of the agenda of challenges in the agricultural world. Farm management systems network the information of the individual farming processes. Many data and complex software offerings which are available do not automatically make life easier or more profitable for the individual farmer.
Choose the easy way to separate with GEA easycream
GEA separators now available with a capacity range from 1,000l/h to 12,500 l/h.
Farming 4.0: smart technologies transfer big data to smart data
At this year's EuroTier (November 15 – 18, 2016, Hanover, Germany) GEA presents (in hall 13, booth E48) according to their motto "Smart Technology for Future Farming" intelligent technologies for the automation and digitalization in dairy farming.
Automated feed pusher GEA FRone: less work, greater yield
Intelligent technology, such as the fully automated GEA FRone feed pusher, simplifies work in the barn and saves valuable time which can be used for more important things on the farm.
Efficient and environmentally-friendly manure management systems
GEA presented a wide variety of manure management solutions at the EuroTier 2016 trade fair in Hanover. From transporting, pumping, mixing and separating manure to effectively separating liquid and solid components for liquid recycling or bedding material production – GEA offers efficient systems for dairy farms of all sizes.
Changes within GEA's Supervisory Board following new election of employee representatives
The new election of six employee representatives has changed the composition of the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft and its Committees.
GEA delivers CRAFT-STAR™ 4-vessel brewhouse to Washington, D.C.
In October 2016, mechanical engineering company GEA delivers its first CRAFT-STAR™ 4-vessel brewhouse to Washington, D.C. The system is scheduled to begin commercial operation early next year. The customer is DC Brau Brewing Company, a highly renowned manufacturer of craft beers in the U.S. capital.
GEA announces figures for the third quarter
GEA's order intake in the third quarter of 2016 was EUR 1,084 million.
GEA to Present Continuous OSD Processing Solutions at AAPS in Denver, USA
GEA will showcase its innovative manufacturing technology for the production of pharmaceutical oral dosage forms (OSDs) at the upcoming AAPS (American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists) Meeting and Expo. The 2016 AAPS conference will take place at Colorado Convention Center in Denver, USA, November 13-17.
GEA sets standards with the most efficient milk powder plant in the world
GEA, one of the largest suppliers of processing technology for the global dairy and food industry, installs a high performance spray dryer as the centerpiece of the new milk powder plant in Lichfield, New Zealand. For its customer Fonterra, GEA developed the best performing and the most efficient spray dryer currently available on the market. With the capacity of 30 tons of milk powder per hour, it can process nearly 4.4 million liters of milk per day. This volume corresponds to 165 truckloads. On September 5, 2016, Fonterra started the production process, which is now being gradually expanded to round-the-clock operation.
Ad-hoc notification pursuant to sec. 17 MAR Preliminary Q3-figures, adjustment of Guidance for 2016
Based on preliminary figures for September 2016, GEA expects for Q3 2016 sales around EUR 1,100 million (last year EUR 1,107 million, -1.8% organic change – i.e. adjusted for currency and acquisition effects – against Q3 2015), order intake around EUR 1,084 million (last year EUR 1,068 million, 0.3% organic change against Q3 2015) and operating EBITDA* around EUR 113 million (last year EUR 144 million).
GEA PerformancePlus: New Service Concept Ensures Optimum Productivity
With GEA PerformancePlus GEA is offering its customers service level options that extend way beyond routine preventive maintenance and complement customer Industry 4.0 strategic efforts.
GEA Wins CPhI Pharma Award for Equipment Excellence
GEA was awarded for best manufacturing technology and equipment at the CPhI Pharma Awards, which took place this week during the leading trade fair CPhI Worldwide in Barcelona, Spain. As a frontrunner in the design and supply of state of the art manufacturing solutions for both solid and liquid dosage forms, GEA won the Award "Excellence in Pharma: Manufacturing Technology and Equipment" for their ConsiGma™ continuous processing platform.
GEA in dialogue with the capital market
The Düsseldorf-based engineering group GEA is holding its annual Capital Markets Day for analysts and investors today in London. The presentations given at the event are available on the Internet under gea.com. After the event, a video recording will be available from the same place.
EuroTier 2016: GEA to showcase "Smart Technology for Future Farming"
The Apollo system for automated dipping made by GEA ensures complete food safety. Independent testing and inspections confirmed that the milk never comes into contact with the cleaning agents. Based on these tests GEA was granted exclusive sales authorization in certain countries by leading milk processing companies, including Arla Foods and the Dutch Dairy Association (NZO). Others are set to be announced soon.
GEA Apollo system authorized by leading milk processing companies
Düsseldorf (Germany), September 23, 2016 – The Apollo system for automated dipping made by GEA ensures complete food safety. GEA was granted exclusive sales authorization in certain countries by leading milk processing companies, including Arla Foods and the Dutch Dairy Association (NZO).
GEA and Francks Kylindustri entrusted with heat pump plant in Sweden
September 19, 2016 – GEA and Francks Kylindustri are partnering in setting up E.ON's district heating plant in Malmö based on a heat pump solution, where heat will be extracted from the treated sewage water and utilized in the district heating net. While GEA is supplying four heat pumps based on natural refrigeration media, Francks Kylindustri will be the main contractor.
GEA at the BrauBeviale 2016: solutions, components and services for greater process efficiency
At the BrauBeviale 2016 (Exhibition center Nuremberg, 8-10 November 2016), GEA will present components and solutions for breweries, wineries, beverage production and to beverage industry experts.
GEA sponsors IDF World Dairy Summit 2016
GEA sponsors the 2016 IDF World Dairy Summit at Rotterdam. Get in touch with our experts to discuss GEA's dairy solutions and innovative ideas.
A&P Group agrees partnership with GEA for ballast water treatment system
GEA and A&P Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) regarding a cooperative partnership for the promotion of the ballast water treatment system GEA BallastMaster marineX at the marine trade fair SMM in Hamburg, Germany. The MoU with A&P Group covers the complete requirement from vessel survey, supply, installation, commissioning and service of the GEA BallastMaster marineX system by A&P Group.
GEA launches the Monobox Automated Milking System in Canada
With innovative in-liner cow prep and milking procedures, and the fastest attachment in the industry, the Monobox Automated Milking System features the latest in automated milking technology.
Permanently in operation: GEA piston compressors for marine use
GEA compressors fulfill the high maritime demands for many years already. They help to provide a comfortable climate in cabins, keep provisions cooled and are additionally used in many other applications. GEA compressors also work reliably on container ships, passenger ships or fishing boats.
Digital control generation GEA IO: fit for tomorrow's autonomous shipping
GEA offers a solution with high future potential with the new control generation GEA IO, presented at the Marine specialist trade fair SMM 2016 in Hamburg (6 to 9 September).
"Let's create your success!" with GEA at Chillventa 2016
Düsseldorf (Germany), August 31, 2016 – From October 11 to 13, 2016, Chillventa will turn the trade show fairgrounds in Nuremberg into an international meeting point for the world of refrigeration, HVAC, and heat pumps. "Let's create your success!" is GEA's motto at this year's Chillventa.
GEA Marine Solutions: Reliability is at the focus
Düsseldorf (Germany), July 28th, 2016 – At the marine industry trade fair SMM 2016 (September 6th - 9th in Hamburg, Germany) GEA presents solutions for processing of fuel and lube oil. Under the umbrella of "seaprotectsolutions" GEA focuses on environmentally-friendly techniques, as for example treatment of bilge and ballast water or oil and oil sludge treatment.
GEA increases operating EBITDA margin to 12.6 percent
In the second quarter of 2016, GEA posted organic growth in order intake of 7.3 percent, up to EUR 1,222 million.
GEA MixFeeder – Now with intelligent, precise and efficient feeding management system
GEA hat den bewährten MixFeeder mit intelligenter Software aufgerüstet: So erhält jede Leistungsgruppe die besten Rezepturen aus Rau-, Kraftfutter und Mineralien in der richtigen Menge zur passenden Zeit.
GEA presents future-oriented solutions at EuroTier 2016
New future-oriented solutions from GEA to support efficient dairy farming will be showcased at EuroTier, from 15-18 November 2016, expo grounds Hanover, Germany.
GEA introduces the world's first fully automated lollipop coating line
The GEA Aquarius Coating Line for producing fluid, powder and granulate coated lollipops will be introduced at the Confitexpo 2016 in Guadalajara, Mexico, taking place from 2 - 5 August.
Gas jet compressor systems to increase the rate of yield of natural gas fields
GEA designed, manufactured and delivered a gas jet compressor system for an offshore platform in the North Sea consisting of a jet pump (ejector) with a total length of about 4.5 m and silencers to reduce the sound pressure level.
GEA donates EUR 25,000 to protect Syrian child refugees
GEA has donated EUR 25,000 to a project started by German aid organization UNO-Flüchtlingshilfe (UN Refugee Relief) to protect Syrian child refugees in Jordan.
GEA steps up its approach to innovation as a founding partner of MassChallenge Switzerland
Today, GEA joined as a founding partner of MassChallenge Switzerland. MassChallenge is a non-governmental organization (NGO) enabling startups to gain access to a global network of mentors and venture capital investors without actually acquiring stakes in these startup companies.
Opening of Dairy Campus with GEA
With the theme "Dairy is the future" the official opening of Dairy Campus, a cooperation project of Wageningen University and various partners, took place from 26th to 28th of May in Leeuwarden, Netherlands.
IFAT 2016: GreenTech specialists place their trust in GEA competence
Nowadays, the need to process industrial and municipal wastewater in a cost-efficient, environmentally-friendly and resource-efficient manner is one of the most significant global challenges to be faced in competition for market shares and location advantages.
Market innovation: GEA varipond® for waterMaster decanters
At this year's IFAT 2016, to be held between 30 May and 3 June 2016 in Munich, GEA will again be presenting new energy-efficient savings and optimization solutions for water and effluent treatment at its exhibition stand 427/526 in hall A1.
GEA is expanding its decanter portfolio: Three new waterMaster for the ecoforce series
Making its debut at the IFAT 2016 in Munich: At the company's booth 427/526 in hall A1, GEA is presenting three new waterMaster decanters from the ecoforce series for municipal and industrial sludge processing.
GEA distinguished with German Investor Relations Prize 2016
Yesterday evening GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has been awarded the renown "Deutscher Investor Relations Preis 2016" in the category of stock listed mid cap companies (MDAX).
Innovative in-line smoking solution wins a Fleischerei Technik Award 2016 for GEA and Red Arrow
GEA and Red Arrow have jointly won a Fleischerei Technik (Meat Technology) Award 2016 for their 'smokeless' smoking process in the 3rd Generation GEA CookStar spiral oven.
GEA announces cooperation with WUR Livestock Research at Dairy Campus
With the theme "Dairy is the future" the official opening of the newly built Dairy Campus takes place from 26th to 28th of May in Leeuwarden, Netherlands.
GEA becomes a major force in the bakery sector
Recently, GEA successfully concluded the acquisition of Imaforni in Verona, Italy, a leading supplier of advanced lines for crackers, soft and hard biscuits.
Extended product length on the new GEA DualSlicer 1850 improves performance and productivity
News from GEA's slicing activity is the new version of the recently introduced DualSlicer with an extended machine length, called DualSlicer 1850.
GEA Evolution injection line boosts brine retention and improves appearance of fresh marinated poultry
Injected and marinated fresh poultry products are gaining popularity as they have benefits for producers, resellers and consumers alike.
GEA's new 1000 mm wide, high volume drum former
GEA has presented its new 1000 mm wide GEA MaxiFormer rotary drum former at IFFA 2016.
Two new machines join GEA's line solution for homestyle coating on an industrial scale
GEA announces two machines that contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the homestyle coating solution centered on the GEA MultiDrum: the GEA BulkLoader and the GEA TenderAligner.
New double screw grinder and twin-shaft mixer from GEA strengthen the meat treatment range
With the launch of the GEA PowerGrind 200 at IFFA 2016, GEA has complemented the successful GEA PowerGrind family. The new PowerGrind family supersedes the AutoGrind 200 and 280. Also on the stand is the new GEA ProMix mixer, which is available in standard, vacuum and ColdSteam M (defrosting) versions.
GEA's automated PowerPak line with new labeler, end-of-line automation and other advanced features
GEA showed a fully automated packaging line based on a GEA PowerPak thermoformer with 560 mm film width running a demonstration with a 100 gram pack at IFFA 2016. This machine also features a new tooling-free dieset changing system, non-destructive contactless residual oxygen measurement, a new generation GEA TiroLabel labeler and an end-of-line control system that significantly reduces manpower requirements.
New EasyDoy bag style for SmartPacker
A new bag style called the EasyDoy has been launched at IFFA 2016. Designed to run on the GEA SmartPacker, it offers a higher fill rate than other Doy style bags because it is made to be filled from the top instead of from the side.
Full climate control makes the 3rd Generation GEA CookStar the Master of Cooking
The GEA CookStar's ability to use steam, hot air, roasting, smoking and drying in any combination makes it a true Master of industrial Cooking. Launched 25 years ago as the world's first double-spiral industrial oven, the GEA CookStar has incrementally evolved into today's three-phase cooking solution.
GEA make the CutMaster V 500 even safer, more hygienic, flexible and quiet
The GEA CutMaster V 500 is a main pillar of the meat treatment equipment range is continuously upgraded. The latest improvements include the VSH TopCut knife head, a revised bowl seal, new knife shaft drive system and changes to the loading device and unloader. The result is a safer, more hygienic, flexible and quiet machine.
Entry-level thermoformer brings GEA quality packaging to a wider group of users
GEA has launched an entry-level thermoformer called the GEA DeltaPak at IFFA 2016. It is designed to meet the needs of users who process and package smaller volumes, and companies that need to be particular flexible, for example, for packaging seasonal products. It is also ideal for distributed packaging operations in branch outlets.
GEA achieves 10 percent operating EBITDA margin in Q1
GEA's order intake rose to EUR 1,144.3 million in the first quarter of 2016. Whereas revenue fell, mainly as a result of a low order intake of small, fast-processed orders in the first two months of the year, the order backlog increased by 8.5 percent compared with December 31, 2015.
GEA Highlights Personal Care Solutions in Brazil
Exhibiting the company's extensive range of technologies and solutions for personal care applications for the first time in Brazil, GEA is glamming up for its debut appearance at FCE Cosmetique. Taking place on 10-12 May at the Transamerica Expo Center in Sao Paulo, Brasil, and co-located with FCE Pharma, GEA's booth (B38) will showcase a broad range of technology and solutions for both the pharmaceutical and personal care sectors.
Solid, Liquid, Latin: GEA Exhibits Process Solutions in Brazil
Bridging the gap between the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, GEA is taking a two-pronged approach to exhibiting at the upcoming and co-located FCE Pharma and FCE Cosmetique events in Brazil. Taking place on 10-12 May at the Transamerica Expo Center in Sao Paulo, GEA's booth (B38) will showcase a broad range of technology and solutions for the pharmaceutical and home & personal care (HPC) sectors.
Continuous Success in China
GEA's ConsiGmaTM continuous manufacturing platform for pharmaceutical dosage forms takes center stage at the Peking University Continuous Manufacturing Symposium in Beijing, China.
New GEA UK makes debut at Foodex
The new GEA UK country organisation made its debut at Foodex, 18-20 April 2016, showcasing their wide-ranging portfolio for the food industry. GEA displayed technologies such as the packaging solutions GEA SmartPacker CX250 and GEA Power Pak as well as the GEA Grasso M compressor among many other products.
Advanced Powder Handling Solutions from GEA
State-of-the-art valves provide enhanced levels of functionality and cleanliness. Designed with stringent hygiene requirements in mind for a wide range of applications, GEA's rotary valves feature a state-of-the-art metering/airlock system and an easy slide rotor removal system that sets new standards of user-friendly functionality.
Optimized Product Formulation with GEA's PandaPLUS 2000 Homogenizer
Based on a wealth of experience and hundreds of successful installations, the PandaPLUS homogenizer is known to provide simple and reliable high-pressure energy use for process development and optimized product formulation. Offering full scalability of results, it facilitates and expedites the rapid and reliable scale-up from laboratory testing to industrial production.
Efficient and Sustainable Tank Cleaning
Düsseldorf (Germany), April 20, 2016 – To meet the diverse requirements of the liquid processing industry, GEA offers a comprehensive range of finely tuned tank cleaning equipment.
GEA's MOBILE MINORTM Spray Dryer: Still Going Strong
Düsseldorf (Germany), April 20, 2016 – Offering an improved design but maintaining the same compact footprint, the MM-100 spray dryer is the newest addition to the MOBILE MINOR™ range.
Powder Processing at its Best
The SRS vibration sifter from GEA is designed for dairy and food industry applications that require high standards of hygiene and sanitary processing.
Steady and Gentle Product Conveying with GEA Hilge Pumps
GEA's hygienic Hilge pumps fulfill the growing demand for environmentally compatible processing equipment. The pumps have been optimized to provide solutions for a wide variety of market requirements and GEA's portfolio includes a range of normal and self-priming centrifugal and rotary lobe pumps.
Dr. Helmut Perlet new Chairman of GEA's Supervisory Board
Düsseldorf, April 20, 2016 – Today, the Annual General Meeting of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft elected the new shareholder representatives to the Company's Supervisory Board.
GEA posts first quarter order intake of EUR 1.144bn
Düsseldorf, April 20, 2016 – On the occasion of today's Annual General Meeting, GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft announced its preliminary order intake for the first quarter of 2016.
Continuous Manufacturing: The Future of Pharmaceutical Production
Düsseldorf (Germany), April 20, 2016 – The pharmaceutical industry is looking at continuous processing to improve production quality in an efficient and cost-effective way, and to comply with the increasingly stringent manufacturing acceptance criteria put in place by the regulatory authorities.
GEA's easyscale Separator Offers Reliable Scale-Up for Pilot, Academic and Research applications
Düsseldorf (Germany), April 20, 2016 – At POWTECH 2016, GEA will showcase its new easyscale separator for downstream pharmaceutical applications.
Hygienic Components for Liquid Processing
Düsseldorf (Germany), April 20, 2016 – GEA's D-tec stem diaphragm valves set new benchmarks in flow rate, flexibility and compatibility for ultraclean food and beverage applications.
Process Control and Monitoring Solutions for Spray Drying from GEA
Düsseldorf (Germany), April 20, 2016 – Examples of GEA's latest spray drying monitoring and safety solutions ¬– including the POWDEREYE™ inline powder analysis system and the SPRAYEYE™ nozzle monitoring system – will be on show at POWTECH 2016 in Nuremberg.
Engineering for Solid and Liquid Applications
Düsseldorf (Germany), April 15, 2016 – GEA will highlight its innovative solutions and manufacturing expertise at the upcoming POWTECH 2016 trade show (Hall 3A, Stand 237) in Nuremberg, Germany in April 2016 (19-21), showcasing new products and developments for a wide range of applications.
IFAT 2016: GEA presents new solutions for municipal and industrial sludge treatment
Düsseldorf (Germany) 12 April 2016 – Energy-efficient, reliable solutions for water and waste water treatment are the focus of this year's trade fair presentation at IFAT in Munich (30th May – 3rd June 2016).
GEA closes acquisition of Imaforni
Düsseldorf (Germany), April 1, 2016 – GEA successfully concluded the acquisition of Imaforni, headquartered in Verona, Italy. With the acquisition of Imaforni, GEA has added to its group a leading supplier of advanced lines for crackers, soft and hard biscuits..
GEA to Present at University of Leeds Spray Drying Course
Düsseldorf (Germany) 1 April 2016 – At the upcoming "Spray Drying and Atomisation of Formulations" course, taking place at the University of Leeds, UK, in April (12-14), Henrik Schwartzbach from GEA will give a presentation on scaling up and modelling the spray drying process. During the course, held in partnership with iFormulate Ltd and supported by ProCept, delegates will gain an understanding of how fluid properties, rheology and atomisation performance influence spray drying, learn how to manipulate drying parameters to affect product microstructure, material properties and quality parameters, and ensure safe operation.
GEA revolutionizes automated milking with complete portfolio for every farm size
Düsseldorf (Germany), March 23, 2016 – GEA has successfully rounded out its automatic milking product portfolio, and is now active worldwide as a systems supplier for fully automated milking technology for every farm size. In addition to the proven MIone multibox-system, series production of the Monobox and the DairyProQ has begun. Whether 70 cows or more than 3000: With these three unique products GEA offers farming operations solutions that address the demanding and varied challenges involved in milk production globally. Efficient, automated milking technology that can be easily integrated into every farm and ensures highest milk quality, the greatest possible volume, flexibility and transparency.
GEA's MODUL™ Q Debuts in North America
Düsseldorf (Germany), March 23, 2016 – The next generation of tableting technology from GEA will be showcased at INTERPHEX from 26-28 April 2016, Javits Center, New York City, USA. Following the successful global launch of the MODUL™ Q rotary tablet press at the ACHEMA international trade fair in 2015, GEA is taking the opportunity to use INTERPHEX (booth 2421) to introduce its next generation tableting technology to the North American market.
Hisun Expands Oncology Product Line Capacity with GEA Technology
Düsseldorf (Germany), March 17, 2016 – GEA has received a EUR 4.5 million pharmaceutical solid dosage technology order from Zhejiang Hisun Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd (Hisun) in China for high-containment granulation, coating and drying solutions, taking the company's total investment in GEA to more than EUR 50 million since 2009.
GEA presents new compressor series HG44e HC at Mostra Convegno
Düsseldorf, March 15, 2016 – At the international trade fair Mostra Convegno Expocomfort in Milan (March 15 to 18) GEA is presenting selected solutions from their product portfolio.
Pharmaceutical tablet production goes mobile with award-winning technology from GEA
Düsseldorf (Germany), March 10, 2016 – Pfizer combines GEA's continuous processing technology with G-CON portable cleanroom PODs for the manufacture of drug tablets anytime, anywhere.
Dr. Stephan Petri, member of the GEA Executive Board, to leave the company by mid of 2016
Düsseldorf (Germany), March 3, 2016 – Dr. Stephan Petri will resign from GEA's Executive Board. By mutual consent with the Executive Board and the Supervisory Board, the Labor Relations Director has agreed to leave the company with effect from June 30, 2016, to pursue new challenges outside of GEA.
Jürg Oleas to continue as CEO until 2019
Düsseldorf, March 3, 2016 – The Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft today extended the appointment as CEO and Labor Relations Director of Jürg Oleas (58) by another 3 years until December 31, 2019.
GEA supplies energy-efficient hybrid vacuum ejector system to Mumbai refinery
Düsseldorf (Germany) March 02, 2016 – GEA recently successfully commissioned a Hybrid Vacuum Ejector System for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd. for the crude distillation unit at its Mumbai (India) refinery. It is the first time this advanced technology has been used on a major refinery in India.
GEA Packaging Convention 2016 - Technologies around the Thermoformer
Wallau (Germany), 26.02.2016 – Whole chicken in Saudi Arabia, dates in Kuwait, meat and sausage in Germany, fish in Scandinavia and cheese in Slovenia – all of this fresh produce shares a common trait: its packaging by customized GEA thermoformers.
New GEA UK structure offers total solution to food sector and other industries
Warrington (United Kingdom), February 17, 2016 – During the past few years many customers have indicated to GEA of their need for a more integrated approach to enhance the current reliable and efficient solutions and services for their facilities.
GEA reports solid performance in a challenging environment
Düsseldorf (Germany), February 4, 2016 – Düsseldorf-based engineering group GEA closed financial year 2015 on a successful note despite the renewed slowdown in economic activity.
GEA acquires leading supplier of advanced lines for soft and hard biscuits
Düsseldorf (Germany), February 3, 2016 – GEA yesterday signed an agreement to take over Imaforni Int'l S.p.A., a leading supplier of demanding industrial processing equipment and solutions for the biscuits industry.
Five inspiring new processing and packaging solutions from GEA at IFFA
Düsseldorf (Germany), February 2, 2016 – Inspiring Food Solutions is the theme for GEA's stand at IFFA in Frankfurt (7 to 11 May 2016).
GEA Mix&Carry WIC: the new, intelligent livestock feeding system
Düsseldorf (Germany), January 21, 2016 – Automatic livestock feeding systems support a profitable production of high-quality milk.
GEA to equip Danone's new Early Life Nutrition production plant
Düsseldorf, January 19, 2016 – At the end of 2015, GEA received a major order from Danone to equip a new state-of-the-art facility for its international Early Life Nutrition brands with several production lines.
Dairymen share automation insights at GEA Innovation Dairy Tour
Naperville, IL (USA), January 18, 2016 – Automation and digitalization have found their ways into dairy farms in many different areas and offer farmers solutions to enhance animal care, address labor resources and improve the overall efficiency and day to day management of their farms.
New in-house test lab in New Zealand promises major benefits for GEA customers
Düsseldorf (Germany), January 14, 2016 – GEA has recently established its own in-house test laboratory at its facility in Hamilton, New Zealand. The new laboratory will enable GEA engineers to carry out extensive tests on the properties of powders and to design powder packaging systems based on scientifically obtained data to optimize production and reduce waste.
GEA reports record order intake in Q4/15 while new structure picks up speed
Düsseldorf, January 12, 2016 – At the occasion of an investor conference in New York, GEA announced an order intake for Q4 2015 of at least EUR 1.240 million, which exceeds the old record of Q2 2013, when orders reached EUR 1.220 million.
GEA expands into the bakery sector
GEA has firmly moved into the bakery sector of the food industry with its acquisition of COMAS in Italy. Bakery is a new sector for GEA, broadening and strengthening its position in the food industry and adding a totally new set of equipment to the GEA product portfolio.
GEA receives an award for climate-protection reporting
Düsseldorf, November 17, 2015 – GEA regards responsible dealing with the environment, business, and society as the basis for long-term corporate success. The CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) has now presented GEA an award for its reporting on measures in the area of climate protection: "Best Improver Germany 2015."
GEA Highlights at P-MEC India: On-Demand Drug Production and Operator Welfare
A longstanding exhibitor at the event and a well-known brand in India, GEA is taking the opportunity of P-MEC India to display, for the first time in the country, its ConsiGma™-1 continuous manufacturing system. GEA has been developing CM solutions for several years and helping customers to develop, evaluate and optimise continuous processing techniques to enable them to bring new products to market faster and cheaper. At the heart of GEA's CM solution is ConsiGma™, a multipurpose platform that has been designed to transfer powder into coated tablets in development, pilot, clinical and production volumes in a single compact unit.
The world's first earthquake proof whole milk drying plant by GEA for Fonterra starts production
Düsseldorf (Germany), November 03, 2015 – GEA has built a unique whole milk drying plant for Fonterra in New Zealand. It's unique for its construction: The plant at Pahiatua is on an earthquake fault line and has been designed to withstand a 1/2500-year event without damage. It is believed to be the first plant of its kind in the world to be built in this way.
GEA appoints new Country Managing Director for Sweden and Finland
Düsseldorf (Germany), November 02, 2015 - With effect from November 1, 2015, GEA has appointed Tom Eriksson as the new Country Managing Director for Sweden and Finland.
GEA maintains stable earnings margin despite economic slowdown
Düsseldorf, October 28, 2015 – In the third quarter of 2015, the global economic slowdown had a negative impact on GEA's performance too, with group revenue 3.4 percent below the previous year's level. In the first nine months of the current fiscal year, however, revenue increased by 1.5 percent.
GEA strengthens its sales force in Sweden
Düsseldorf (Germany), October 26, 2015 – For over 50 years, Christian Berner AB has represented German GEA process technologies in Sweden. GEA has implemented a new organizational structure in order to enhance closeness to customers, and is now accordingly reorganizing its sales channels. In Sweden, GEA is expanding its sales force at its Gothenburg office and is therefore ending its long-term collaboration with Christian Berner AB. This means that all process equipment and solutions will be available at one source, from the GEA Sweden office in Gothenburg.
GEA presents 'Safe and Cost Effective Aseptic Blow Fill for Milk Beverages' at Aseptipak in Mexico
Düsseldorf (Germany), October 23, 2015 - GEA will this year be attending the Aseptipak Global Forum in Mexico City, 26-27 October, to present its market leading Aseptic Blow Fill technology to leading suppliers and end users in the beverage sector. Representatives of the company will be discussing the latest developments in aseptic filling and packaging technology, with particular focus on the Latin American market.
New GEA FKX40/755 K Compressor For Bus Air-Conditioning
Düsseldorf (Germany), October 16, 2015 – It's time again: busworld, the world's largest and most renowned specialist trade fair for city buses and coaches, will take place in Kortrijk, Belgium, between October 16–21. GEA will be attending the exhibition again this year, presenting its new FKX40/755 K compressor alongside its proven solutions.
GEA infant formula plant for Yashili starts production in New Zealand
Düsseldorf (Germany), October 15, 2015 – GEA has built a complete processing plant for infant formula production for Yashili, one of the Big Three producers for the Chinese market. The new plant in Pokeno, 50 km south of Auckland, was completed on time and on budget and has already started production.
GEA at BIO China Exhibition
Shanghai International Bio-fermentation Products Technology & Equipment Expo was held at Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center from September 21th to 23th 2015. The total exhibiting space grew to 18,000 square meters with about 200 suppliers from biotech fermentation industry.
GEA expands hygienic pumps portfolio
Düsseldorf (Germany), October 06, 2015 – GEA has acquired Hilge, a leading supplier of hygienic pumps, which strengthens its position as a provider of solutions for hygienic and aseptic process environments.
GEA Strengthens Pharmaceutical Solids Technology Business
October 7, 2015 – GEA introduces a more centralized, streamlined and standardized administrative structure to improve operations, bring the company closer to its key markets and enhance the customer experience.
Shipping companies should rely on more than just a "beta" ballast water treatment technology
"It's our responsibility to provide shipping companies with technology that will enable them to trade and conduct business as easy and efficiently as possible," says Dipl.-Ing. Sven Jadzinski, responsible for sales support in the Product Line Marine & Energy.
GEA sees economic slowdown and specifies 2015 guidance
Düsseldorf, September 30, 2015 – In the light of indicators of a further global economic downturn – particularly in emerging economies including China – as well as the announcement of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to revise downwards its estimates for global economic growth, also GEA specifies its guidance for fiscal year 2015.
GEA successfully completes acquisition of Hilge
Düsseldorf, September 30, 2015 – GEA has successfully completed the acquisition of Hilge, domiciled in Bodenheim, Germany, after approval by the relevant antitrust authorities.
GEA appoints Steffen Bersch and Niels Erik Olsen to the Executive Board
Düsseldorf, September 23, 2015 – At today's Supervisory Board meeting, two long-serving GEA managers, the German Steffen Bersch, and the Dane Niels Erik Olsen were appointed to the Executive Board with effect from January 1, 2016.
GEA at Dairy Technology & Equipment Exhibition
The 15th Dairy Technology & Equipment Exhibition which hosted by China Dairy Industry Association was successfully held in China National Convention Center on 10th-12th August, 2015, covering an area of 20,000 square meters with about 200 suppliers from China, Germany, France, America, Denmark. It's the most professional and influential dairy manufacturing and packaging trade fair in China.
GEA increases revenue as well as profitability and implements strategy program
Düsseldorf, July 29, 2015 – In the second quarter 2015 revenue of GEA exceeded the high level seen in the previous year by 3 percent. The service business demonstrated healthy growth. The order intake declined slightly due to the limited number of major orders. However, the basic business saw stable growth rates in both of GEA's business areas. GEA's operating profit improved again. This shows that the increases in efficiency resulting from the "Fit for 2020" program have begun to have an impact. Both operating EBITDA and the operating EBITDA margin hit all-time highs for a second quarter. Non-recurring expenses of about EUR 134 million were recognized in the reporting quarter. This figure includes restructuring expenses of around EUR 115 million for the "Fit for 2020" program. Consolidated profit in the last quarter was negative overall as a result of these substantial non-recurring expenses.
GEA supports SERUM ITALIA SPA entrepreneurship in Italian Dairy Market
GEA has successfully delivered to Serum Italia SPA a turnkey facility for the production and processing of Sweet Whey fort the Italian dairy market. An evaporation process type COMBIVAPORATORTM, a set of crystallization tanks, truck filling station and CIP kitchen are included in the section of the Serum plant used for the whey concentration.
Hapag-Lloyd relies on sustainable ship operations with the GEA BallastMaster ultraV 500
Germany's largest shipping company, Hapag-Lloyd, relies on chemical-free UV ballast water treatment from GEA for fitting its container fleet.
GEA Confirms Containment Contract with HPL at ACHEMA
At the recent ACHEMA trade show in Frankfurt, Germany, GEA, a world-class supplier of equipment and technology to a wide range of industrial process industries, and Bangladesh-based Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Limited (HPL), a manufacturer of branded generic products for markets in Asia, Africa, Europe and the CIS region, shook hands on a €4 million deal to deliver a fully contained "one-stop-shop" solution for potent oral solid dosage form production.
GEA acquires leading supplier of hygienic pumps
Düsseldorf, June 30, 2015 – GEA has acquired Hilge, a leading supplier of hygienic pumps, especially stainless steel pumps for food and beverage applications. The company is based at Bodenheim, Germany and generated with about 150 employees revenues of more than EUR 35 million in fiscal year 2014. Hilge's product range is complementary to the offering of GEA's flow components portfolio. The transaction remains subject to approval by the anti-trust authorities.
GEA at China International Starch and Starch Derivatives Exhibition (Starch Expo) 24th-26th June, 2015
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GEA broadens technology portfolio in cheese production lines by acquiring CMT S.p.A.
GEA has completed the acquisition of CMT S.p.A., a leading supplier of single equipment and integrated production lines for pasta filata cheese (fresh mozzarella and pizza cheese).
GEA closes acquisition of Comas
Düsseldorf, June 19, 2015 – GEA successfully concluded the acquisition of Comas, headquartered in Torrebelvicino, Italy.
GEA launches new Group structure
GEA has launched the optimized new Group structure developed as part of its "Fit for 2020" initiative, marking a fundamental shift both in its internal structure and organization, and in its external customer relations.
GEA announces acquisition of technology leader in sophisticated cake and pastry products
GEA signed an agreement to acquire Comas in Italy.
GEA lifts order intake and profitability
• Organic order intake up 4.7% year-on-year in Q1 (reported: increase of 10.1%) • Q1 organic revenue on a level with the previous year (reported: increase of 5.9%) • Operating EBITDA margin improves by 80 basis points in Q1 to 9.8% • EPS from continued operations rises almost 40% to EUR 0.23 • Business outlook for operating EBITDA 2015 lifted due to expected savings from "Fit for 2020" initiative
GEA posts first quarter order intake of EUR 1.1 billion
• Preliminary order intake approximately 8.7% up on the same quarter of the previous year • Preliminary revenue up roughly 5% at around EUR 1.0 billion • Update on potential savings within the framework of the "Fit for 2020" project
GEA S-Tec spiral freezers and coolers
On the occasion of the international trade fair Anuga FoodTec 2015 in Cologne (Germany) GEA Refrigeration Technologies presents its new GEA S-Tec range of spiral freezers and coolers.
The GEA Grasso M series: compressor packages packed full of advantages
The new GEA Grasso M series screw compressor is the further development of the GEA Grasso MC series. As a result of a completely different design philosophy we have improved efficiency, reliability and serviceability. The redesign comprises of the H, L, M, and N models and is interchangeable (footprint, suction and discharge connections) with the former GEA Grasso MC series.
GEA Highlights Compression Technology at ACHEMA 2015
With GEA's integrated process solutions, customer-inspired innovation and unparalleled expertise, there's no limits, no boundaries, just Infinite Possibilities.
GEA introduces new air-cooled condensing units SHG44e/-L with proven reliability and optimized efficiency
GEA introduces new air-cooled condensing units SHG44e/-L with proven reliability and optimized efficiency
PharmaAsia Industry Outlook: Growth in Generics and New Molecular Entities (NMEs)
There are a number of interesting market dynamics in play within the pharmaceutical industry; in the traditional markets, such as Europe, the US and Japan, we've recently witnessed the largest number of submitted patents for new molecular entities (NMEs) for more than 10 years. And, although some of those NCEs were targeted at low volume/high value solid dosage forms, the majority were new biological entities (NBEs) for liquid forms. Drug producers need a certain type of process solution to manufacture final dosage forms, so I see the traditional market focusing on high value, small volume products that require agile, efficient and flexible production processes. An additional area of growth is branded over-the-counter drugs (OTCs).
Dispatch-Ready Containment Solutions
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New Assembly Line for GEA FK Vehicle Compressors
To continue to offer its customers a maximum of quality, reliability, flexibility, and supplier dependability, GEA has invested in a new assembly line at its location in Frickenhausen (Germany). Beginning now, this plant will manufacture GEA FK vehicle compressors for refrigeration and air conditioning: compressors of the FK30, FK40, and FK50 series. Production takes place according to the principle of line assembly.
Small, Fast and Versatile: The Cost-Effective PERFORMA™ Lite
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GEA to receive three awards during Anuga 2015
During this year's edition of Anuga FoodTec, the leading global trade fair of the food and beverage industry, GEA will receive no less than three awards for groundbreaking innovations. Each of these prizes is awarded every three years by leading industry experts.
GEA's Guide to Vaccine Production
A guide to vaccine production in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries is available from GEA, highlighting the company's thorough understanding of the entire manufacturing process and the need to translate new developments into marketable processes and systems that fully meet the market's complex requirements.
A Guide to Pharmaceutical Containment
Guidance on contained materials handling in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries is available from GEA, highlighting the company's long history of expertise and unparalleled depth of experience in the field of solid dosage containment.
The new, greater-efficiency GEA HG44e compressors
With its HG44e compressor range, GEA introduces new, more efficient semi-hermetic compressors to the market – models that replace its HG4 range. Experience from more than 20 years of production of semi-hermetic compressors has gone into this development.
GEA attains record margin of 11.4 percent in 2014
• Sales totaling EUR 4,516m, organic growth at 5.6% • Operating EBITDA climbs 11.4% to reach EUR 591m • Operating EBIT margin of 11.4% at record high • Increase in proposed dividend per share to EUR 0.70
GEA raises revenue expectations for fiscal 2014
To accompany an investor conference in New York, Düsseldorf-based engineering company GEA announced that organic revenue growth in fiscal 2014 is now expected to amount to approximately 5 percent.
GEA repays financial liabilities ahead of schedule
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft reduced its financial liabilities ahead of schedule by over EUR 400 million in the past few weeks, using various measures. A further repayment of EUR 100 million ahead of schedule is planned for January 2015.
Change in the GEA Group Supervisory Board
In the wake of the successful completion of the sale of the Heat Exchangers Segment on October 31, 2014, Klaus Hunger, Chairman of the General Works Council of the former GEA Heat Exchangers Segment, retired from the GEA Group Supervisory Board. By order of the local court of Düsseldorf, Brigitte Krönchen, Deputy Chair of the GEA Farm Technologies Works Council, was appointed to the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft as new employee representative.
GEA obtains large orders for dairy processing
During the month of November, GEA again received two larger dairy processing orders with a combined value of almost EUR 50 million from customers in Western Europe.
GEA becomes a partner of the Dairy Farming Institute in China
GEA Group will contribute its expertise to Nestlé's freshly inaugurated Dairy Farming Institute in Shuangcheng in Northeast China (Heilongjiang Province) as a designated partner for milking and hygiene.
GEA concludes the sale of the Heat Exchangers Segment to Triton
With economic effect to January 1, 2014, GEA successfully concluded the sale of its Heat Exchangers Segment to funds advised by Triton as planned.
Profitability up again at GEA
GEA closed the third quarter of 2014 with a significant increase in operating EBITDA. As in the previous quarter, increases were recorded in the GEA Farm Technologies and GEA Refrigeration Technologies segments in particular, both of which saw double-digit growth.
GEA announces medium-term financial objectives
On the occasion of this year's Capital Markets Day, GEA for the first time published detailed financial targets set until 2020.
GEA announces bolt-on acquisitions to enhance application know how
GEA signed an agreement to acquire de Klokslag in the Netherlands. The company is a leading supplier of large scale equipment for semi-hard cheese production in Europe.
GEA to build Fonterras next mega dairy powder plant
GEA will build Fonterra's next large milk powder plant in Lichfield, New Zealand. With an output capacity of 30 tonnes per hour, this plant will match the size of the world's biggest existing dairy plant which GEA built for Fonterra at Darfield, New Zealand in 2013. GEA's scope of supply has a value of around EUR 90 m.
GEA Optimizes Group Structure
Within the scope of its "Fit for 2020" initiative, the Executive Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft resolved to introduce a new group structure.
Ad-hoc - GEA Optimizes Group Structure
Within the scope of its "Fit for 2020" initiative, the Executive Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft resolved to introduce a new group structure.
GEA Increases Operating EBITDA Margin to 11.5 Percent
• Order intake of EUR 1,170 million in Q2 beats consensus • Second quarter organic revenue up 8 percent year-on-year • Q2 earnings per share up 7 percent year-on-year • Moody's Investors Service lifts rating to Baa2 with stable outlook
GEA receives major dairy processing orders worth more than EUR 60m
Dusseldorf-based engineering group GEA received various major orders from the dairy processing industry in the second quarter of 2014.
酪農 :市場投入前の自動搾乳ストールモジュール DairyProQ
革新的な GEA プロトタイプである DairyProQ は、ユーロティア 2012 で一大センセーションを巻き起こし、DLG 金メダルを受賞しています。それ以来、GEA ファームテクノロジーズは完全に自動化した搾乳ストールモジュールの製品開発を推し進めており、2015 年の市場投入を発表しています。
China Audit at GEA
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GEA Supports New Pharmaceutical Research Centre in South Korea
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Dr. Stephan Petri to continue as Member of the Executive Board until 2018
The Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft today extended the appointment as Member of the Executive Board of Dr. Stephan Petri (50) by another 3 years until May 31, 2018.
GEA starts fiscal year 2014 with record-breaking quarter
• Record Q1 revenue (EUR 951 million) • Record Q1 operating result (operating EBITDA: EUR 85 million) • Record Q1 operating margin (operating EBITDA margin: 9.0%)
Ad-hoc - GEA sells the segment Heat Exchangers
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft sells its segment Heat Exchangers to funds advised by Triton.
Dr. Helmut Schmale to continue as CFO until 2018
The Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft today extended the appointment as Chief Financial Officer of Dr. Helmut Schmale (57) by another 3 years until March 31, 2018.
GEA Group concludes agreement on the sale of the Heat Exchangers Segment to Triton
The Düsseldorf-based mechanical engineering group GEA Group announces the sale of its Heat Exchangers (HX) Segment to funds advised by Triton.
GEA sales to grow 6% organically in the first quarter
At the occasion of its annual general meeting, GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft today published a first preliminary trading update.
GEA revenue and profit hit new record high in 2013
• Increase in order intake from continuing operations to EUR 4,628 million; organic growth up 6.8% • Order intake incl. DOP rises to EUR 6,093 million • Revenue incl. DOP increased to EUR 5,772 million • Consolidated operating profit (EBITDA) incl. DOP increases to EUR 701 million after adjustment for exchange rate effects • Group net debt down 45% to EUR 179 million • Dividend proposal increased to EUR 0.60 per share
GEA order intake to increase above EUR 6bn
The mechanical engineering group GEA at an investor conference in New York estimated its preliminary order intake for fiscal year 2013 to exceed EUR 6 billion.
Asian demand for dairy products affords GEA another EUR 120M of large orders in Q4
In Q4 2013 the mechanical engineering group GEA was awarded large dairy processing orders worth more than EUR 120 million in total. The new projects will comprise a wide range of process technology from GEA and will benefit from GEA's ability to leverage its expertise as a leading system provider to the food industry.
GEA increases order intake by around 6 percent
• Order intake for five core segments up organically by 9.4% on prior-year quarter • Stable organic order intake for GEA Heat Exchanger in the third quarter • GEA Food Solutions again contributes positively to earnings • Operating EBIT margin is stable at 10.0% of revenue
GEA secures favorable 650 M club deal until 2020
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft achieved a further step in securing its long-term funding by a new syndicated credit line ('club deal') of EUR 650 million.
GEA sees record order intake in second quarter
Order intake at Düsseldorf-based engineering company GEA increased by 12.3 percent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2013 to EUR 1,574.0 million, despite offsetting currency translation effects.
GEA receives large dairy order in Europe
GEA Group already in June received a large order from a leading global dairy company for lines of one of the world's biggest lactose plant in Europe.
Ad-hoc: GEA pursues medium-term separation from segment GEA Heat Exchangers
The management board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft decided with the approval of the supervisory board to separate from the segment GEA Heat Exchangers in the medium term.
GEA receives several large orders
GEA Group recently received three large orders worth about EUR 90 million.
GEA reports Q1 order intake on the occasion of its Annual General Meeting
At today's Annual General Meeting the Düsseldorf-headquartered mechanical engineering group GEA announced that order intake of the first quarter 2013 amounted to EUR 1,447 million.
Jürg Oleas to continue as CEO until 2016
The Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft today extended the appointment as CEO of Mr. Jürg Oleas (55) by another 3 years until December 31, 2016.
GEA reaches communicated guidance in a difficult environment
• Order intake increases by 5.2% to EUR 5,901 million, revenue up 5.6% to EUR 5,720 million • Operating EBIT rises to EUR 562 million, resulting in an operating EBIT margin of 9.8% • Net debt reduced by EUR 62 million to EUR 326 million • Dividend proposal: EUR 0.55
GEA present Hygienic Design Workshop at PCT-International Contamination Conference
GEA Process Engineering presented a workshop on Hygienic Design at the PCT-International Contamination Control Conference at The Oxford Belfry Hotel on 26 February 2013. The event focussed on designing plants to prevent contamination and to ensure effective cleaning.
GEA finalizes settlement in award proceedings
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has met the last conditions of the settlement relating to the award proceedings dated January 2012 by issuing the last of three tranches of shares on December 3, 2012.
GEA with prize-winning innovations
The EuroTier exhibition at Hannover, Germany, which is the global lead fair for domestic livestock management, again proved a great success for GEA Farm Technologies this year.
GEA has acquired Milfos International Limited in New Zealand
GEA increases its expertise in pastoral based dairy farming with the acquisition of the Milfos International Group; with its headquarters based in Hamilton, New Zealand.
GEA increases order intake and reduces net debt by around EUR 110 million quarter-on-quarter
GEA's order intake grew by 7.7 percent to EUR 4,423 million in the first nine months of 2012. Order intake in Q3 increased against the previous quarter by 5.4 percent to EUR 1,477 million. Revenue in the first nine months of 2012 was up 8.4 percent, at EUR 4,101 million.
GEA places note loan in the amount of EUR 300m
GEA has succeeded in placing a borrower's note loan of EUR 300 million with a maturity of five years. The placement helps the engineering group optimize its financing structure.
GEA signals commitment to greater diversity
GEA has signaled its clear commitment to promoting diversity in the group by signing all of the diversity charters in the European Union within a short period of time. The Düsseldorf-based engineering company recently signed the last of a total of eight documents at EU level in Alcobendas, near Madrid, Spain.
GEA increases operating margin to 8.6 percent in Q2 and confirms outlook
GEA's order intake grew by 8.9 percent to EUR 2,946 million in the first six months of 2012.
GEA lifted by demand from food process technology
GEA generated a 24.4 percent increase in its order intake to EUR 1,544.9 million in the first quarter of 2012. As in the previous quarters, this again represented a significant year-on-year increase. In line with this trend, consolidated revenue also rose by 21.7 percent year-on-year to EUR 1,263.7 million.
GEA closes takeover of Aseptomag
Effective April 24, GEA successfully concluded the takeover of Aseptomag, headquartered in Kirchberg, Switzerland.
GEA acquires Swiss specialist in aseptic valves
GEA has acquired Aseptomag, one of the world's leading suppliers of aseptic and hygienic valves, valve modules, and system solutions.
GEA Group enlarges Executive Board with Dr. Stephan Petri
In today's meeting the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft has appointed Dr. Stephan Petri (48), currently General Counsel, as Executive Board member of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft with effect as of June 1, 2012. Dr. Petri will be responsible within the Executive Board for Human Resources, Legal/Compliance and Other Companies. Consequently he will also assume the role as Labor Relations Director (Arbeitsdirektor).
Ad-hoc: Settlement reached in award proceedings
A settlement was reached today before Dortmund Regional Court in the award proceedings between the applicants, including the joint representatives, and GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft.