Andritz AG is a global technology group based in Graz, Austria, with a history dating back to its founding in 1852. The company specializes in providing equipment, systems, and services for industrial processes across four key business areas: Hydropower, Pulp & Paper, Metals, and Separation. Through a combination of engineering expertise and in-house manufacturing, Andritz develops tailored solutions that meet the demands of energy efficiency, resource optimization, and environmental sustainability.
In its Hydropower division, Andritz designs and installs turbines, generators, and automation systems for run-of-river, reservoir and pumped storage plants. The Pulp & Paper segment delivers complete production lines, from wood processing and pulping equipment to paper machines and finishing solutions. Within the Metals business, the company focuses on rolling mill technology and downstream processing for steel and non-ferrous metals, while its Separation activities encompass filtration, centrifugation and flotation technologies used in industries such as mining, food and wastewater treatment.
Andritz operates production sites and service facilities in more than 40 countries, with a strong presence in Europe, North and South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. This global footprint allows the company to serve customers ranging from utilities and pulp mills to steel producers and municipal authorities. Andritz emphasizes long-term partnerships through spare parts supply, maintenance contracts and performance upgrades, ensuring high operational availability and lifecycle support for installed plants.
Under the leadership of CEO Wolfgang Leitner, who has guided the company’s strategic expansion since the early 1990s, Andritz continues to invest in research and development. The company’s ongoing focus on digitalization, automation and sustainable engineering aims to address key challenges such as decarbonization of energy sources and the circular economy. With its diversified portfolio and commitment to innovation, Andritz positions itself as a technology partner for industries seeking to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
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