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Stronger as one
From a successful past to a sustainable future as one company: As of 13 November 2023, Uponor and GF are creating a global powerhouse in sustainable water and flow solutions, building on each other’s strengths and complementing each other’s business. Trace GF’s journey from its beginnings in a water-driven mill to its global expansion and acquisition of Uponor and discover the key milestones. From sofa beds to bio-based PEX pipes, explore Uponor‘s key milestones from its origins as a carpentry business up to the recent acquisition, and discover the core strengths that have propelled the company to success.
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A perfect match
GF and Uponor belong together. Five reasons why.
- Complementary businesses: Uponor has great expertise in building technologies across residential and non-residential end-markets. GF Piping Systems has leading positions in the industry and utility segment. GF Uponor will consolidate and therefore strengthen GF’s building technology business, whereas GF Piping Systems will leverage the Uponor infrastructure business.
- Complementary markets and global presence: Uponor will substantially strengthen the presence of GF in North America and the Nordic countries. GF will expand Uponor’s presence in Asia, for example.
- Similar values and commitment: Uponor and GF share similar values, with a strong focus on teamwork, innovation and performance: The two companies reinforce their commitment to sustainability and drive their ESG agenda. Both want to create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers and reduce CO2 emissions, water intensity and the intensity of waste.
- Strong brands: Both companies share a long heritage and strong brands that reflect their high-quality reputations.
- Strategy acceleration toward GF Vision: The combination of GF and Uponor will accelerate the implementation of GF’s Strategy 2025. It will further strengthen the ambition to become a global leader in sustainable water and flow solutions.