About Gföllner

Since 1895, Gföllner has stood for the highest quality, technological excellence and tailor-made solutions in vehicle construction and container technology.

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We create mobile solutions of the future

With passion, innovative strength and strategic vision, we once again proved in the past financial year that we can achieve great goals together.

Thanks to the commitment of our employees and the trusting cooperation with our partners and customers, we have set the course for stable growth.
Our principles

Our principles

At Gföllner, innovation, efficiency and reliability take center stage. Our four core areas - container technology, rail technology, vehicle construction and rental containers - form the foundation for our successful collaboration with customers worldwide.


Each area brings its own unique strengths to the table: From precise vehicle construction and innovative container solutions to sustainable air conditioning technology and flexible space solutions. Together, we create tailor-made
products that meet the specific requirements of our customers and keep them moving.


Our goal is not just to supply products, but to connect people, companies and spaces as partners. "Precision in motion" stands for our values, our vision and our aspiration to be a leader in every segment.

 

Employees
699 699
Export share (in %)
75 75
of which apprentices
36 36
Operating area (in m²)
161000 161000
Turnover 24 (in € million)
95 95
Production area (in m²)
56000 56000
Geschäftsleitung Gföllner
(from left): Ing. Roman Predl, MBA (CSO), KommR. Thomas Gföllner (CEO), Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Karl Pühretmair (CEO), Dipl.-Ing. Karl Höftberger (CTO), MMag. Klaus Mistlberger (CFO)

Over 130 years of progress - our milestones

1895
Foundation of the blacksmith's and wagon smithy

Alois and Aloisia Gföllner take over a farriery in Grieskirchen - the foundation stone for a successful family business.

1921
Foundation of the wagon construction company

Under Leopold Gföllner, the company specializes in high-quality carriages and coaches. In 1929, the first carriage with pneumatic tires followed - a pioneer of its time.

1950
Entry into vehicle construction

Othmar and Leopold Gföllner start with the production of trailers and bodies. In 1965 the first plant is built in Grieskirchen.

 

1970
Entry into container technology

Gföllner expands its product portfolio and enters the field of container technology - a key pillar today. Mobile rooms are already being used in industry and construction.

 

1983
Generational change with a technical focus

Thomas Gföllner takes over the company in the fourth generation and strengthens the focus on technology and engineering to ensure further stable growth.

 

2007
Opening of plant 2 in Stritzing

An additional 7,500 m² of production and office space for containers, special systems and container rental will be created.

2013
New main plant Stritzing (Plant 3)

With 16,000 m² of additional production and office space, Gföllner is bundling its expertise in a modern main location.

2021
Plant 4 in Stritzing

With the expansion to a fourth plant, Gföllner continues to grow and increase its production capacity.

 

2023
Production site Czech Republic

With 13,000 m² of additional production space, Gföllner is strengthening its manufacturing expertise and supplementing its main plant in Austria.

2025
Trenton
IGPS Trenton

With its own location in the USA, Gföllner is taking the next step towards international development.