News from the FABRI Group

Find out about the latest developments and activities of the FABRI Group. We will keep you up to date on new partnerships, cooperations, current projects and other news.

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FABRI managers' meeting in Würzburg: Focus on knowledge and the future

12.05.2025

From May 8 to 10, 2025, more than 30 executives from 15 companies of the FABRI Group came together in Würzburg for the annual leadership meeting. Personal exchange was at the heart of the event, offering valuable impulses for collaboration across the entire group. In discussions, workshops, and shared activities, new ideas were developed and important decisions were made for the future.‍The program reflected the dynamism and diversity of the FABRI Group. A particularly inspiring moment was the keynote by Lukas Hartmann from “Helden im Handwerk” (“Heroes in Craft”) entitled “We Make Craftsmanship Visible.” With his passion for authentic communication in the skilled trades, he impressively demonstrated how modern branding and visibility can create real competitive advantages.‍Another highlight was the presentation by Tim Bunkus (adesso AG) on Artificial Intelligence in the Building Services Trade (TGA). In his talk, he spanned the arc from technical fundamentals to concrete practical applications in the skilled trades – hands-on, easy to understand, and forward-looking. Especially the quote from Justin Trudeau, “The pace of change has never been this fast, yet it will never be this slow again,” powerfully underscored the importance of innovation and momentum. As a group, the FABRI companies have strong potential to explore new technologies together and adapt them to individual needs – in the spirit of: it’s not about what we do, but how we do it better together.‍The program was rounded out by a practical workshop on Cybersecurity. In times of increasing digital connectivity, protecting data and systems is a central issue for all companies. The workshop not only imparted knowledge but also raised awareness of concrete fields of action in the companies' day-to-day operations.‍The atmosphere of the meeting was marked by openness, commitment, and a shared goal: to move the group forward. The personal interaction and intensive exchange once again demonstrated how valuable the network within FABRI truly is.‍Markus Zübert, board member of the FABRI Group, summed it up in his closing remarks: “With each new personality, our group doesn’t just grow in size – it grows stronger. FABRI’s success lies in using our diversity as a strength – and becoming better together.”‍The FABRI team is already looking forward to the next meeting in spring 2026. Until then, there will be additional formats to foster exchange, strengthen the network, and work together toward a successful future.

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Strong base on the Middle Rhine: FABRI Group welcomes Franz Both GmbH

07.05.2025

With Franz Both GmbH from Neuwied in Rhineland-Palatinate, a traditional craft company with over 70 years of experience and around 30 employees strengthens the FABRI Group. As a recognized quality leader in the region, Franz Both GmbH enriches our service portfolio in the area of modern building technology — particularly in the heating, sanitary, air conditioning and ventilation technology segments. Franz Both GmbH offers a comprehensive range of services for private households, industry, commerce and public clients. The portfolio includes planning, installation, maintenance and modernization — with a strong focus on renewable energies such as heat pumps, solar thermal energy and biomass heating systems. The company impresses with long-standing customer relationships, a solid customer base without dependencies and a stable order backlog. A future-proof company profile and high market response make Franz Both GmbH a valuable part of the FABRI Group. The proven management team — consisting of cousins Ralf and Thomas Both — remains on board. Together with the extended management, it ensures continuity in corporate management. Franz Both GmbH also follows the FABRI principle: Decisions are made locally. We are looking forward to future cooperation and would like to thank the managing partners for their trust in the FABRI Group. With Franz Both GmbH, we gain a reliable partner who shares our values — competent, customer-oriented and future-oriented. We are looking forward to the future together.

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YOUNG FABRI meeting in Würzburg — Shaping the future, taking responsibility

28.03.2025

At this year's YOUNG FABRI meeting in Würzburg in March, our young managers from FABRI Group companies came together — with a clear goal: to work together on the future of crafts and to actively shape change. In addition to getting to know each other, the focus was on strategic issues that are decisive for the future development of the group of companies. Technical lectures on business principles, such as BWA analysis or the handling of down payment and partial invoices, provided a solid foundation. Because anyone who wants to take on responsibility must understand business interrelationships — practical, tangible and relevant to their own leadership role. A real highlight was the impetus to use artificial intelligence in crafts. While only around 40% of craft businesses currently use AI solutions, our YOUNG FABRI's have shown clear ambitions: Technologies such as AI should be specifically integrated into their own processes — not at some point, but from now on. Tim Bunkus from adesso AG opened this trip in a well-founded manner. It also became clear that AI is much more than ChatGPT — it is a strategic tool for innovation and efficiency. At the same time, people remained at the center of the meeting. In an interactive workshop with Frauke Puttfarken, the focus was on the development of organization and team structures. Because modern project management and strong teams are the basis for sustainable change. Technology is important — but real progress can only be achieved through good leadership and clear values. The event was rounded off by open discussions, honest exchanges and many personal encounters — for example at a joint BBQ in the evening. This not only provided new impetus, but also strengthened networks that have an impact beyond the event. The YOUNG FABRI meeting 2025 was more than just a meeting — it was a strategic milestone. Our talents are ready to take on responsibility and work with us to shape the craft of tomorrow.

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Changes in the Supervisory Board of FABRI AG

17.03.2025

On March 4, 2025, Robin Boheman was proposed and unanimously elected as a new member of the Supervisory Board at a constituent meeting of the Supervisory Board of FABRI AG. In the course of these changes, Mr. Werner Friedmann resigned from the FABRI Supervisory Board at his own request.‍Robin Boheman has been CEO of the listed company Instalco AB in Sweden since 2021. Instalco is one of Scandinavia's leading installation companies for technical building equipment and offers solutions in the fields of electrical engineering, heating and plumbing installations, ventilation technology, industrial solutions and technical advice. The company has over 150 craft enterprises in its portfolio in Sweden, Norway and Finland and holds a minority interest in FABRI AG.‍Robin Boheman is pleased to be able to support the development of the German market as a member of theFABRI supervisory board: “At Instalco, we have always been convinced that our successful and decentralized model would also work well outside the Nordic countries. The key to this has been finding the right local partners and entrepreneurs. At a time when markets are challenging, we have taken the opportunity to plan our next big step and to identify what will make Instalco even more future-proof. FABRI fits perfectly with our strategic vision. For Instalco, the partnership with FABRI is an attractive opportunity to expand in Germany. FABRI gives us a unique opportunity and a platform for further growth in Germany with regional expertise,” said Robin Boheman.‍The Chairman of the Supervisory Board of FABRI AG, Dr. Gerson Link, confirmed: ”We are excited about the new impulses and professional expertise that Robin Boheman will bring to our work and look forward to working with him. At the same time, we would like to express our sincere thanks to Werner Friedmann for his many years of service on the FABRI AG supervisory board. As deputy chairman of the supervisory board since its foundation, Werner has been instrumental in helping FABRI grow from a start-up to a group of companies with over 500 employees in less than four years.”

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News update from 11.12.2024: FABRI Group strengthens regional presence in Bavaria through Haberstock GmbH & Co. KG

15.01.2025

Now also official: With regard to our news from 11.12.2024, we are pleased to announce the expansion of the FABRI Group by Haberstock GmbH & Co. KG, a renowned SHK company from Peiting in Upper Bavaria. Together with the management, we have agreed not to communicate the merger until the new year — yesterday, this was announced to employees at a works meeting. The company with over 20 employees and more than 50 years Experience complements the FABRI Group's service portfolio and brings provides valuable expertise in the areas of sanitary, heating, water, air conditioning and ventilation technology. From exclusive planning and advice to competent implementation, Haberstock GmbH & Co. KG is known in the region for a high level of reliability. The company's economic framework also shows a stable orientation — double-digit EBIT margins were achieved over a longer period of time. The existing management team will continue to manage the company in the future. The tried and tested processes remain in place and the previous successful course can be continued. We are looking forward to a successful collaboration with Haberstock GmbH & Co. KG and are proud that the previous shareholder has decided to integrate his company into the FABRI Group.

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News update from 04.12.2024: FABRI Group expands expertise in the area of building technology

15.01.2025

After we were only able to communicate the above news anonymously in December, we are now pleased to officially welcome Josef Michels Haustechnik GmbH, an established craft company in the HVAC sector from Münster, in North Rhine-Westphalia, to the FABRI Group. The master company with more than 20 years of experience employs over 25 people and has achieved a double-digit EBIT margin for years. Josef Michels Haustechnik GmbH thus complements the FABRI Group's service portfolio and contributes valuable expertise in the areas of bathrooms, heating, sanitation, refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation technology. The company has an excellent reputation in the region due to its high level of customer orientation and innovative technologies. Management will remain on board for the long term, the existing structures will be retained and the company's successful course will continue. According to the FABRI Group business model, decisions are not made from above, but locally by the respective decision makers — decentralization is our guideline here too. We are looking forward to a successful collaboration with Josef Michels Haustechnik GmbH, a strong regional brand, and to shaping the future of home technology together.