Egger recently launched an investment project worth over 200 million euros to modernize and expand its facility in Markt Bibart, Germany. This investment focuses on sustainability, automation, and modernization, in line with the company’s circular economy strategy. The project, structured in multiple phases and set to be completed by 2026, will create new jobs and implement innovative wood recycling processes. Construction of the recycled wood processing plant began in early October (with an official groundbreaking ceremony on October 24) and is expected to be operational by summer 2025.
“With these investments, we are laying important foundations for our long-term advantages at Markt Bibart”, explained Michael Egger Jr., Chief Sales Officer of the group. “Our strategic focus on sustainable and responsible management, the expansion of our modernization capacities, and the automation of our logistics drive these investment projects, with our customers’ needs always in mind”.
One of the key innovations is the integration of recycled wood as a raw material for the production of high-quality particle boards, allowing discarded furniture and packaging to be transformed into new products. The facility will feature a recycled wood processing plant, scheduled to start operations in summer 2025. This process is also supported by the opening of a Timberpak recycling collection site, located near the facility to facilitate resource management.
In addition to recycling, the project includes upgrading production capacities: new lamination lines will be added to expand the range of decorative panels, and storage and automation capacities will be increased to improve safety and efficiency. In this way, the company aims to ensure product quality and meet market demands sustainably, strengthening its competitive position for the future.
