Founded in 1925 in Esslingen, Germany Around 20,500 employees worldwide Companies in around 60 countries. As an international, family-owned company, we know how important it is to have a solid base. That’s why we don’t just work with representatives around the globe – we also have our own on-site companies with their own local identities. This helps to create our global network of around 20,500 experts who contribute their expertise every single day. They make us a driver and shaper within our industry sector and help to keep the world moving.