GEA is one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Used across diverse industries, they enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.
Our business model has evolved significantly since our founding in 1881 as a metals trading company. Today, our five business divisions are supported by more than 18,000 dedicated employees located in 62 countries. GEA customers benefit from our global reach, extensive local presence, and from the depth and breadth of our processing knowledge and portfolio, underpinned by a strong sense of purpose and responsibility.
We combine a rich heritage with a strong passion for engineering innovation and commitment to sustainable business practices. This concise overview is the ideal entry point to learn more about the exciting world of GEA.
At GEA, the foundation of our company and activities worldwide are summed up by our corporate purpose: Engineering for a better world. Find out what that means at GEA – and more – in our compact company brochure.
We support customers across diverse industries with solutions that improve production processes and ultimately the quality of life for people around the world. From breakfast to bedtime, GEA engineering is likely part of your own day-to-day life.
Approx. every third chicken nugget is produced using GEA technology
Approx. every third process line for instant coffee was installed by GEA
Roughly one quarter of processed milk comes from GEA production systems
Approx. every second liter of beer is brewed with the aid of systems and process solutions from GEA
Roughly every fourth liter of human blood for making plasma-derived products is processed using GEA equipment
More than one third of all polymer producers are using GEA drying technology
Approx. two million tons of pollutants are averted annually thanks to GEA emission control plants
Each industry we serve utilizes industrial refrigeration technology from GEA
Roughly every second container ship in the world sails with GEA marine equipment on board
Our technology solutions ensure a more sustainable production by minimizing waste streams, extending the life cycle of fluids and maximizing energy efficiency
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