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manroland Goss expands its market position: Galred becomes part of the group of companies

Tuesday 11. July 2023 - manroland Goss Group strengthens position in used packaging press industry by bundling expertise and networks. A single point of contact provides customers with reliable and cost-effective packaging solutions directly from a single source.

manroland Goss and GWS Printing Systems B.V., the world market leader for used printing presses, are pleased to announce the acquisition of Galred Europe B.V.. The renowned and established trading company for used presses in the packaging industry specialises in flexo and gravure printing systems as well as machines for pouch production and extrusion.
This strategic move marks an important milestone in GWS’ efforts to expand its offering and presence in the used press sector, which now also includes the packaging industry.
manroland Goss Group strengthens position in used packaging press industry by bundling expertise and networks. A single point of contact provides customers with reliable and cost-effective packaging solutions directly from a single source.
Complementary competencies ensure customers in the packaging industry receive the highest level of service and value.
Over the years, Galred has built a strong reputation and a large, international customer base as a provider of packaging solutions for used machinery. By combining Galred’s expertise with GWS’s global reach and extensive network, the acquisition creates a powerhouse in the used graphic machinery market capable of delivering unparalleled value and service to customers worldwide.
The integration of Galred into the manroland Goss Group, in particular into the GWS family, optimally leverages the strengths of both companies. This will enable operational efficiency, product diversity and customer support to be enhanced in the future. The acquisition also underscores GWS’ commitment to being a comprehensive solutions provider in the used press industry: customers looking for reliable and cost-efficient packaging solutions can now get everything they need from one contact point.
“We are very pleased to welcome Galred to the GWS family,” says Daniel Constandse, Commercial Director of GWS. “The company’s deep industry understanding, strong client relationships and outstanding performance are a perfect fit for our vision of growth and innovation.” Roy Tsur, Managing Director of Galred adds, “Together we will be able to offer an even broader range of solutions for the packaging industry’s used machinery business, enabling our customers to meet their business needs efficiently and sustainably.
“As a complement to our used press specialist GWS, the acquisition of Galred enables a broader presence in the used press market for manroland Goss” says Franz Kriechbaum, Managing Director of manroland Goss, “and represents another strategic milestone in the positive development of the group.”