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New Major Order at Andritz
The Austrian technology group was awarded to supply a paper machine to Zellstoff Pöls, Austria.
May 31, 2012
Losses at High Tech Industries
After slower first quarter 2012 a balanced result for the whole year 2012 is expected at the Austrian component supplier. Revenues declined, losses totaled € 4.3m.
May 30, 2012
Andritz Expands in Germany
Andritz acquires 38.5% stake in Schuler AG, Germany, and announces takeover offer to purchase the remaining shares.
May 29, 2012
Major Orders for Sandvik Austria
The Austrian subsidiary of the Swedish plant construction group achieved two major orders in Brazil and Laos.
May 11, 2012
Strong Growth at Palfinger
Revenue and EBIT increased by another 17 per cent. The Austrian crane manufacturer expects a moderate growth trend in 2012.
May 10, 2012
Andritz Continues Strong Performance
The Austrian technology Group ANDRITZ saw a favorable business development during the first quarter of 2012. Sales grew by 28.4%. Net income was up by 36.5%.
May 4, 2012
Major Order at TGW by U.S. Gap Inc.
The U.S. specialty apparel retailer Gap Inc selects the Austrian TGW Systems to manage their residual carton handling operation.
May 2, 2012
Major Order at Andritz by Mondi Austria
International technology Group Andritz has been selected by Mondi Group to supply a 1,200 tds/d recovery boiler for Mondi Frantschach at its mill in Carinthia.
April 19, 2012
Strabag to Expand in Danube Region
In order to develop the Danube region of Hungary, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria and Ukraine, the Austrian construction group expands its hydraulic engineering business.
April 12, 2012
Andritz Acquires U.S. Bricmont Inc.
The Austrian technology Group Andritz has acquired Bricmont Inc. from Inductotherm Group. Bricmont is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, and includes certain assets in China and India.
March 30, 2012
Andritz Receives Order from ThyssenKrupp
The Austrian technology group is awarded to supply equipment for stainless steel production to ThyssenKrupp Nirosta, Germany.
March 29, 2012
Rising Dividend at Andritz
The annual general meeting approves substantial dividend increase and split of shares at the Austrian technology group.
March 22, 2012
Andritz Receives Major Order from Turkey
The Austrian technology Group Andritz has received an order to supply equipment for Beyhan-1 hydropower station in Turkey. The order value amounts to € 44m.
March 21, 2012
Andritz Receives Order in DR Congo
The Austrian technology Group Andritz received a contract for reconstruction and rehabilitation of two Francis units (178 MW each) for the Inga 2 hydropower plant, DR Congo.
March 19, 2012
Turkey as Growth Market for Siemens Austria
Siemens Austria ´s CEO Wolfgang Hesoun regards Turkey as most attractive growth market, as the economy is highly diversified and shows high economic growth rates.
March 12, 2012
Binder + Co Shows Strong Growth
The Austrian environmental technology company Binder+Co grows further in 2011: Sales revenues up by 29%, EBIT by 18%, order intake increased by 25%.
March 8, 2012
SBO: Massive Rise in Profits
The Austrian Schoeller-Bleckmann Oilfield Equipment notes a substantial improvement in results of 2011. Profits increased by 95%.
March 8, 2012
Siemens Austria Got Major Order from India
The Indian National Mineral Corporation orders a sintering plant at Siemens VAI. The order volume totals € 120m.
March 1, 2012
Kuhn Holding Buys Emco
A purely Austrian solution was found for the former A-Tec subsidiary. The Austrian mechanical engineering company is acquired by Kuhn Holding.
December 21, 2011
Major Order from Russia for Siemens Austria
The Russian railway company RZD reserves eight high-speed trains “Velaro RUS”. The order will be delivered in January 2014.
December 20, 2011
Many Applicants in Emco Sale
The Austrian mechanical engineering company, which is a subsidiary of the insolvent A-Tec group, is highly sought-after. The sale price is estimated to reach € 30m.
December 19, 2011
Declining Profit for Doppelmayr
The Austrian ropeway manufacturer achieved a slight plus in turnover. The group result dropped by 11%.
December 2, 2011
Bombardier Considers to Leave Vienna
The Canadian company is threatened to close its factory in Vienna, unless the city government orders new subway trains.
November 14, 2011
Andritz: Analysts Optimistic
The Austrian engineering and technology group Andritz is expected to report a significant rise in sales, earnings and profits.
November 5, 2011
R&D Expenses on the Rise
The largest Austrian Enterprises increased their budgets for research & development by 9.6% on average. This is slightly beyond the global average (9.3%).
October 24, 2011
GM Makes Major Investment in Austria
The U.S. corporation invests € 50m in its Viennese powertrain factory.
October 19, 2011
Binder+Co Presents Promising Technology
The Austrian machine and plant manufacturer and a Chinese partner together developed a new method for production of lightweight materials.
October 13, 2011
NKE Expands in Spite of Stagnation
The Austrian engineering company invests massively and created further jobs. The entry to China should bring growth again.
October 10, 2011
ATB is Optimistic to Find a New Buyer
The subsidiary of the insolvent A-Tec corporation is looking for a new owner. Now, it is important to find a quick solution.
October 10, 2011
BMW Austria Fears Lack in Skilled Labor
The German automobile corporation´s factory in Steyr, Austria, already produces 5000 engines per day. 200 new workers were hired this year.
October 4, 2011
Potential for Austrian Suppliers in Spain
The Austrian AWO started a market exploration journey to Spain in order to create first business contacts. In the first term of 2011, exports to Spain grew by 6.6%.
October 3, 2011
Kresta Takes Over Swiss Buss ChemTech
The newly acquired company will become the technology center of the Austrian plant building company.
September 30, 2011
Andritz Not Affected by Belo Monte Construction Stop
The Austrian technology group is optimistic that the ban will be lifted soon and that the € 330m order will be fulfilled.
September 29, 2011
Trumpf Austria: „European Quality and Asian Cost Level“
In the last business year 2010/11, Trumpf Maschinen Austria was able to report substantial growth. The Austrian subsidiary of the German company still experiences no downturn of the business cycle.
September 12, 2011
FACC to Build Construction Plant in Russia
The Upper Austrian aircraft component manufacturer and its Russian partner invest a total of € 55m in Kazan. The new plant will supply components for commercial aircraft starting from 2013.
August 18, 2011
SBO Tripled Profit
The Austrian oilfield equipment company presented strong half-year results. Sales went up 52%, EBIT increased from € 14.2m to € 40.1m.
August 18, 2011
Binder+Co Moves Up a Gear in the First Half of 2011
The Austrian machine and plant manufacturer achieved significant growth in the first six months of the year. EBIT increased from € 2.24m to € 3.03m.
August 17, 2011
Strabag to Cooperate with German Engineering Company
The Austrian construction group entered into a co-operation in the field of power engineering. The agreement is expected to strengthen the group’s position in existing markets.
August 11, 2011
Andritz: Favorable Business Development in Second Quarter 2011
The Austrian technology group showed a good business development in the second quarter of 2011 and increased all relevant key figures compared to last year’s reference period.
August 9, 2011
Binder+Co Takes Over Italian Mechanical Engineering Company
Through the acquisition, the Austrian machine and plant manufacturer enlarges its portfolio and expands its sales network in the Mediterranean region.
July 12, 2011
Strong Development of Exports in Austrian Machinery Industry
In the first three months of the year, Austrian enterprises exported machinery and metalware for € 6.04bn. Germany is the main trading partner of the industry.
July 11, 2011
Binder+Co Starts 2011 with Strong First Quarter Growth
The Austrian machine and plant manufacturer began the 2011 financial year in a successful manner. Company sales revenues were some 44% higher at € 17.34m, EBIT more than trebled to € 1.10m.
May 18, 2011
Strong Growth Rates for Schoeller-Bleckmann
The Austrian oilfield equipment company recorded strong results in the first quarter. Sales went up by 81.8%, EBIT quadrupled to € 20m.
May 18, 2011
Siemens Manufactures Parts for a New Train Generation in Graz
Siemens manufactures components for 130 new trains for the Deutsche Bahn (DB-German Railways) until 2030 in Graz. The contract is worth € 6.0bn.
May 11, 2011
Palfinger: Rise in Revenues by 48% in Q1/2011
Huge plus in revenue and earnings recorded in the first quarter of 2011. The Austrian crane manufacturer expects further growth for 2011.
May 10, 2011
Andritz: Good Business Development in the First Quarter of 2011
The Austrian technology Group increased all relevant key figures compared to last year’s reference period.
May 6, 2011
FACC Reports Substantial Rise in Earnings
FACC AG returned to its planned rate of growth during the past fiscal year by virtue of strong operational business developments. Revenue rose 8% to € 272 m (previous year: € 251 m).
April 30, 2011
Doppelmayr Scores € 105m Contract
Doppelmayr Italia GmbH was awarded the contract for the construction of the new ropeway on the Mont Blanc.
April 29, 2011
Teufelberger Becomes Supplier of Automotive Industry
The specialty cable manufacturer from Upper Austria is undertaking its first steps to establish itself in the automotive supplier industry.
April 27, 2011
FACC Expands Austrian Establishment
The Chinese aircraft component group accelerates the pooling of development activities at the Upper Austrian establishment.
April 5, 2011