Georg Fischer (GF)
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GF at IFAT 2026: Building reliable water networks together
Together with VAG, GF will present an extensive selection of valves, piping systems, automation, jointing, and complete solutions for water and wastewater infrastructure. Under the shared message “Building reliable water networks together”, GF will highlight how customers benefit from integrated Flow Solutions designed to perform reliably, safely and efficiently across the entire infrastructure lifecycle. Swiss […]
From components to integrated Flow Solutions – Building reliable water networks together
The effects of climate change are putting significant stress on municipal infrastructure, and water networks in particular. Integrated Flow Solutions that combine a wide range of materials and components with modularity and prefabrication are ideally suited to increase network resilience. Leveraging their expertise in municipal infrastructure, GF and VAG are already delivering a measurable impact […]
GF secures CHF100 million contract with Sabesp for São Paulo water network modernization
GF has signed a contract worth approximately CHF 100 million with Sabesp, Brazil’s leading water and wastewater utility, to supply products and solutions for the modernisation of water distribution networks in the state of São Paulo. The 24-month agreement, which builds on a long and successful collaboration between the two companies, is among the largest orders […]
Thomas Hary appointed new President of GF Piping Systems
The Board of Directors of GF has nominated Thomas Hary as new President of GF Piping Systems, effective 1 June 2025. He succeeds Andreas Müller who has assumed the position on an interim basis alongside his role as CEO of GF. Thomas Hary (44), a German citizen, has held various positions at GF since joining the […]
Alvaro Marzullo Bonnefont joins GF FGS as Managing Director for Brazil
Alvaro Marzullo Bonnefont will be responsible for the development and operations in Brazil, both for production plants and commercial operations in Cajamar, Recife, and São Paulo.
GF expands footprint in South America
GF Piping Systems, a GF division, announces the acquisition of FGS Brasil Indústria e Comércio Ltda. (FGS), Cajamar (Brazil). As a leading manufacturer of polyethylene piping systems, FGS serves the local water and gas distribution market and other industrial segments. The acquisition will provide GF Piping Systems with a unique platform for further growth in […]