REGION REPORT | CENTRAL EUROPE
transformation. This change is driven by innovation, sustainability, and the visionary leadership of companies that have played crucial roles in shaping the future of heavy machinery, lifting technology, and industrial solutions. At the forefront of this evolution are companies like J.D. Neuhaus (JDN), Ketten Wälder, GIS, and RiConnect, all of which are propelling the global industrial sector into new territories while maintaining strong traditions of quality, excellence, and family values. J.D. Neuhaus (JDN), founded nearly 280
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years ago, has always been a symbol of precision engineering and innovation in pneumatic and hydraulic lifting solutions. As the company enters 2025, it marks a significant milestone in its journey. On January 1, 2025, Gitta Neuhaus-Galladé and Moritz Neuhaus-Galladé, both of whom have grown up in the company and gained a deep understanding of the industry, were officially appointed as joint Managing Shareholders. This transition marks the beginning of the eighth generation of the
s we step into 2025, the industrial landscape of Central Europe is witnessing a profound period of growth and
Neuhaus family assuming leadership, with the family-run business continuing its legacy of excellence under new stewardship. Wilfried Neuhaus-Galladé, who has been at the helm as the sole Managing Shareholder since 1987, expressed both pride and optimism as he handed over the reins to his children. “A multi-generation family business is exceptional,” Wilfried said, reflecting on the company’s evolution under his leadership. Over the decades, JDN has grown from a niche player in the industrial lifting sector to a globally recognized brand, known for its high- quality, reliable products that serve a wide array of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and heavy manufacturing. Under the new leadership of Gitta and
Moritz, JDN is committed to preserving its heritage while embracing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. “We are honored to carry forward the legacy of our family,” they stated, emphasizing their focus on innovation, sustainability, and strengthening the company’s position in global markets. The new leadership’s commitment to preserving JDN’s core values—independence, reliability, and
excellence—remains unwavering as they aim to keep JDN at the forefront of the lifting technology sector. In line with this new leadership direction, JDN is also making bold moves to expand its global presence. A major milestone in this strategy is the opening of J.D. Neuhaus Middle East FZE, the company’s new subsidiary located in the Jafza Free Trade Zone in Dubai, which officially began operations in January 2025. This new location is strategically positioned to serve the growing demand for lifting technology in the Middle East. With its booming construction, energy, and manufacturing sectors, the region presents vast opportunities for JDN to provide lifting solutions with improved response times and proximity to customers. For Wilfried, the establishment of the Dubai subsidiary marks a “significant milestone” in JDN’s global expansion efforts. “Dubai is a major business hub, and by setting up operations here, we are positioning ourselves to meet the increasing demand for high-performance lifting solutions in this dynamic region,” he said. The subsidiary will be led by Steve Walker, a seasoned JDN executive with
Four GIS chain hoists, on the underbody of the cabin, are connected to the mobile control system by cable.
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