We are FSH Holding: an internationally operating group of independent industrial enterprises under Austrian family ownership. And united by a shared vision: growing into the future together.
Our vision
Thinking of tomorrow today
We are a holding company with the values of a family business: We think in terms of generations and aim to position the individual Group companies in their particular markets to achieve sustained success. That’s why we constantly expand our existing lines of business, treat resources and the environment with care and make transparency and integrity the watchwords in our dealings with stakeholders.
Our Pioneering Spirit
Plan for the long term, act with foresight. This motto has guided the FSH Group from day one as we set out to meet the challenges of the modern world. Courage, a passion for innovation and far-sightedness have been the cornerstones of our success since 1835.
Our eyes are firmly fixed on the future and see the markets from our customers’ point of view. So we can always offer them comprehensive solutions for their growing challenges.
Our Core Values
Although the companies that make up FSH Holding operate independently, they share common values. We place great importance on treating our colleagues and business partners respectfully and responsibly. We use resources sparingly and conduct our business in a sustainable manner.
Seeing ourselves as part of the whole while never forgetting that the contribution of every individual is crucial are among the principles that guide all our business activities and investment decisions.
Our Focus
The FSH Group uses its ownership structure and expertise in the recycling, circular economy, plastics machinery manufacture and plastics processing sectors to give each individual company a firm foundation for healthy development geared towards sustainability, innovation and customer benefits. We focus on innovative technologies to reduce plastic waste and turn problematic substances into reusable materials. Together we pursue the same objectives and develop forward-looking strategies.
With our minority shareholdings we aim to establish a balanced and competitive portfolio that generates customer benefits as well as growth and margins.
Our Promise
We automate, we make greener, we develop new markets. This not only helps our company to grow, but also benefits the companies we work with. It means we reduce the amount of resources our customers use in manufacturing and offer an alternative to production in low-wage countries where working conditions are precarious.
Management
Peter
Huemer
Chief Executive Officer,
Managing Partner
Johann
Hebauer
Chief Financial Officer
Dr. Georg
Gobec
Chief Operating Officer
Advisory boards
Dr. Peter Höllwarth
Chairman of the Advisory Board
Dr. Elisabeth Krainer Senger-Weiss
Member of the Advisory Board
Angelika Huemer
Member of the Advisory Board
History
1835
The firm of Franz Laubek is founded. It produces stationary steam engines and drive components for the growing industrialisation of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
1897
Under Franz Starlinger the company starts to manufacture textile machinery (passementerie machines for fringes, borders and cords).
1959
Franz Xaver Starlinger-Huemer takes over management of the business from his great-uncle, Franz Starlinger, becoming the new joint proprietor and managing director. His wife, Erna Starlinger-Huemer, becomes commercial manager.
1970
Lenzing AG opens the plastics machinery manufacturing division, which later leads to the founding of SML GmbH.
1987
The globally successful HDN-4 circular loom is developed.
1991
Tisza Textil Kft is founded in Tiszaújváros, Hungary. The 50:50 joint venture with TVK (Tiszai Vegyi Kombinat AG) manufactures plastic-based packaging products.
1993
Franz Starlinger-Huemer GmbH is founded.
1995
Acquisition of Lenzing AG’s plastics machinery manufacturing division, which is renamed SML Maschinenbaugesellschaft mbH.
2003
100% takeover of Tisza Textil Kft. by FSH GmbH.
2008
Franz Starlinger-Huemer GmbH is set up as an industrial holding company for the FSH-Starlinger Group.
2011
Reorganisation of the FSH/Starlinger group of companies within the family and creation of Franz S. Huemer GmbH as a holding for the FSH Group with the divisions FSH Plastics, FSH Packaging, FSH Metals and FSH Shareholdings.
2012
The headquarters of the TiszaTextil Group open in Vienna. The site in France enlarges its industry-certified cleanroom and equips it with the latest cleanroom technology for the pharmaceutical sector.
2013
Weifang Tisza Plastic Packaging is founded in China as a 51:49 joint venture with Changyi Damei Trading Co., Ltd.2015
The opening ceremony for Weifang Tisza Plastic Packaging marks the official start of Minibag production in China.
2017
The TiszaTextil Group adds customised engineering solutions to its product portfolio and develops the type C Minibag for the pharmaceutical industry as well as the Minibag Frame.
2019
After construction work lasting only 18 months, SML opens new head offices in Redlham to further strengthen its position as market and technology leader for extrusion equipment for the plastics industry.
2021
TiszaTextil in Hungary opens its first manufacturing plant for pharmaceutical products: polyethylene sample bags can be produced here in accordance with ISO 8 cleanroom conditions.
2022
TiszaTextil in Hungary starts production of Minibags as a flexible logistics solution for the pharmaceutical industry.
2023
TiszaTextil gets ready for the future:The site in Hungary invests in state-of-the-art plant technology in order to maintain its position as technology leader in the industry. Extrusion machinery specifically designed for recyclables and a multicolour printing plant begin operation.
The site in France starts operating new machinery to manufacture plastic bags for the pharmaceutical industry and upgrades parts of the cleanroom to meet the increasingly stringent regulations in pharmaceutical production.
Business divisions
Products from our business divisions are part of everyday life. We promote sustainability by using energy-efficient machinery that processes plastics in a closed loop and innovative automation technologies that bring production closer to people.
Plastics
Machinery Manufacturing
Customised high-performance machinery for lastingly improved productivity
SML Maschinengesellschaft mbH develops and manufactures revolutionary high-performance extrusion systems that set standards worldwide – custom-made complete solutions that always take production to a new level and guarantee sustainable high performance. Numerous patents and awards are evidence of this global player’s technology leadership.
Industrial Logistics
Solutions
Even more safety, even greater reliability: Outstanding packaging and logistics honed to perfection
Top quality with no compromises. Unbeatable efficiency. Genuine expertise, genuine recycling and genuine full service: as the leading European manufacturer of FIBC and industrial bags (ADStar, ADPlastic, woven polypropylene and woven polyethylene) TiszaTextil’s excellence lies in first-rate quality and outstanding service. The sites in France and Hungary guarantee dependable logistics with short supply routes.
Pharma Logistics
Solutions
High-end logistics for the pharmaceutical industry
With its production plants in Hungary, France and China, TiszaTextil Pharma is the global market leader for sustainable logistics solutions for the pharmaceutical industry. The innovative Minibag concept enables safe transport of granules, tablets, capsules and other solid pharmaceuticals between sites and in-house.
Circular Economy
Recycling
A comprehensive approach to planning and practising plastics recycling
Circular economy – FSH Holding considers the material loop in its entirety and implements it in line with the principles of sustainability. It is a pioneer in the development of innovative solutions for the plastics loop. Among the aims pursued by TTBiotec are the recycling of polypropylene and polyethylene from FIBC (flexible intermediate bulk containers) and other sources and ensuring that bulk plastics remain in the loop too.
Automation of
Production Lines
Modern automation concepts and production lines for the textile industry
RSG is a globally operating specialist in production lines for the textile industry and the high-end automation of sewing systems. It designs and manufactures high-quality custom-made machines with patented monitoring technology for sewing equipment. Quality made in Germany – from the requirements analysis and planning to construction and prototyping to manufacture and installation.
Minority
Shareholdings
Leading supplier of machinery to the plastics industry
Starlinger & Co Ges.m.b.H. Leaders in the development and production of machinery for woven plastic packaging, plastics recycling and plastics upgrading.
Georg Sahm GmbH & Co. KG Specialist in winding technology in Eschwege (D) in the field of high-performance fibres, carbon fibres and slit film tapes for the converting industry.
STC Spinnzwirn GmbH High-tech from Chemnitz (D) for the extrusion of monofilaments, film tapes, high-speed winders and accessories for man-made fibre spinning plants.
Facts and figures
Stable indicators, sustainable growth, transparency and integrity. Feel free to contact us to learn more about the FSH Group.
6
production sites around the world
210
million euros in sales for the FSH Group in 2023
660
employees around the world
80
million euros in weighted revenue from the minority shareholdings
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FRANZ S. HUEMER GMBH
Wienerbergstrasse 11/B16
1100 Vienna, Austria
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