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55 percent more orders
Revenue of the intralogistics specialist TGW, which plans, builds, and maintains highly automated logistics centers, slightly exceeded the previous year's all-time high of €1.07 billion in the 2024/2025 fiscal year . Order intake reached €1.5 billion, and the number of employees rose to 4,645.
With brains on the spot
Robotics provider German Bionic is presenting a new AI-assisted exoskeleton called "Exia" at this year's A+A – the world's leading trade fair for occupational health, safety, and ergonomics. According to the company, this is the world's first exoskeleton controlled by augmented AI with high levels of comprehension.
Train protection at Rochers-de-Naye
Transports Montreux-Vevey-Riviera (MVR) is modernizing its railway infrastructure on the line connecting Montreux to Rochers-de-Naye, offering spectacular views of the Vaud Alps and Lake Geneva, using Stadler's CBTC signaling technology.
Revolution in Brownfield
Workwear specialist Strauss took its logistics in Biebergemünd to the next level with a system upgrade that, in addition to lower costs and faster implementation, saved 26,000 tons of CO2 compared to a new build. This "Next Level" won the German Logistics Award 2025.
German logistics generates 335 billion in sales
Around 2,300 participants will attend over 220 presentations at the " BVL Supply Chain CX " the logistics conference in Berlin, which was renamed two years ago on Wednesday with an additional 120 exhibitors and partners . Logistics currently generates €335 billion in revenue in Germany.
Apollo mission in the mountains
"Apollo Go" is not a continuation of the space mission that took the US space agency NASA to the moon in the 1960s , but a Chinese company with whose help the PostBus division of the Swiss Post will soon test automated driving in four cantons.
Rocket shuttle for fishermen
As general contractor for Fischer, an electronics supplier specializing up a single-aisle small parts shuttle warehouse with over 4,400 bin storage spaces at its headquarters in Lüdenscheid. Production operation is scheduled to begin in early June 2026.
Impressive study trip
The Swiss Intralogistics Association (ILS) completed an insightful program with 50 participants, providing insights into state-of-the-art systems at the Container Logistics Center GLC, at Swiss Post Cargo in Villmergen, TGW on a BIM construction site, at Meier Tobler in Oberbuchsiten, Avosano and Schindler.
Bearings and saws toothed
The portfolio of metal dealer Brütsch/Rüegger in Regensdorf, in the canton of Zurich, encompasses more than 8,000 products and 5,500 tons of stock. The full-range supplier has recently replaced its semi-automated honeycomb storage system with the fully automated Unitop and Unitower long goods storage systems from Kasto. Two adapted band saws complement the process chain—a key success factor.
Top-class cast
transport.ch, the Swiss trade fair for commercial vehicles and workshop supplies, will be pleased to welcome renowned participants from November 4 to 8 in Bern. Council of States member Thierry Burkhart, one of the industry's most important voices, at the opening ceremony on November 4.
55 percent more orders
55 percent more orders
Revenue of the intralogistics specialist TGW, which plans, builds, and maintains highly automated logistics centers, slightly exceeded the previous year's all-time high of €1.07 billion in the 2024/2025 fiscal year . Order intake reached €1.5 billion, and the number of employees rose to 4,645.
"Our order intake has climbed by 55 percent – the highest level in the company's history," says CEO Henry Puhl. This ensures capacity utilization in production and execution in the coming months. Operating profit (EBIT) also rose significantly , growing by 66 percent year-on-year to €49.3 million. "Here successfully completed in summer 2025
S.Wolf, H.Puhl
Investments in research and development totaled €52.8 million, corresponding to 4.9 percent of revenue. Innovations have been an integral part of the company's DNA since its founding in 1969. The company's current focus is on mobile and stationary robotics, artificial intelligence, and the possibilities of digitalization. Medium-sized companies and global players alike rely on the expertise of TGW Logistics: In the 2024/25 fiscal year, these included BSH Hausgeräte, healthcare provider OneMed, and spare parts expert Autodoc.
Dual employee participation
For the 2024/25 fiscal year, TGW is distributing a dual employee share of €5.5 million – for the sixth time in total. "In the spirit of transparency and fairness, all employees receive the same base amount. Regardless of whether they work in Austria, the USA, or China, and regardless of their role," emphasizes Puhl. "Ensuring our employees can share in our success is a central element of our foundation's philosophy."
Commitment to the location
As a foundation-owned company, TGW Logistics cannot be sold. The company is therefore a stable business partner and reliable employer. Two-thirds of the profits remain within the company and are invested. Another third goes to the owner, the TGW Future Private Foundation, which in turn supports TGW Future Wings' charitable projects with at least 30 percent. These projects focus on the holistic personal development of children and young people.
Expansion of the headquarters on schedule
Since the start of the expansion at the headquarters in Marchtrenk in September 2024, construction progress has been clearly visible; according to the company, the flagship project is on schedule. "By summer 2026, we will build a 16,000 m² production hall and a highly automated warehouse system – as the basis for our planned growth in the coming years. In total, we are investing around €100 million," says Sebastian Wolf, Chief Financial Officer of TGW Logistics. "This is not only a strong commitment to the potential of intralogistics, but above all to the location."
systems worldwide for customers ranging from A like Adidas to Z like Zalando for more than 50 years Logistics handles the planning, production, implementation, and service of complex logistics centers – from mechatronics and robotics to control systems and software.
