Monday, October 27, 2025
Vecoplan AG, a leader in industrial shredders and recycling systems, has appointed AE Gibson & Sons as its official distributor in Australia. This strategic partnership is designed to accelerate Vecoplan’s entry into the Asia-Pacific market, addressing the growing demand for efficient, low-emission processing solutions across the wood, biomass, and waste sectors in the region.
The collaboration between Vecoplan and AE Gibson combines Vecoplan’s extensive European expertise in material processing with AE Gibson’s deep knowledge of the local Australian market. This partnership is poised to help Australian businesses implement cutting-edge recycling technologies, thereby improving operational efficiency while meeting increasingly stringent sustainability regulations.
Vecoplan, known for its innovative systems for shredding and processing recyclable materials, is expanding its footprint across Europe, North America, and Asia. With this new partnership in Australia, Vecoplan aims to provide comprehensive, low-emission processing solutions that reduce operating costs and increase throughput for local operators. The two companies will collaborate to offer everything from single machines to large-scale plant installations.
Under the new agreement, AE Gibson will offer Vecoplan’s complete product range, which includes state-of-the-art shredding and conveyor technologies, alongside downstream processing solutions. AE Gibson will also provide essential services such as local installation, commissioning, and long-term maintenance. The local market expertise provided by AE Gibson ensures that Australian customers receive fast, reliable support, reducing downtime and preserving long-term performance.
Martina Schmidt, Senior Vice President Recycling at Vecoplan, highlighted the shared commitment between the two companies in engineering and customer service. “With Gibson, we have a new partner at our side who brings technical expertise, the emphasis on strong customer relationships, and excellent support,” said Schmidt.
The Australian market is seeing a significant increase in demand for sustainable material-processing solutions, especially in light of the country’s evolving waste management and environmental policies. This partnership is well-timed to support local operators in meeting the tightening sustainability and regulatory expectations in the wood, biomass, and waste processing industries.
Curtis Gibson, CEO of AE Gibson & Sons, expressed the immediate benefits of the collaboration for Australian customers. “Our customers will benefit from a broader product selection, cutting-edge global innovation, and, at the same time, strong local support. Together with Vecoplan, we aim to develop the market sustainably and expand the position of both companies in the region,” Gibson said.
The partnership offers Vecoplan a significant advantage in Australia, as it now has access to end-to-end delivery capability for local operations. AE Gibson will handle everything from providing individual machines to offering full plant installations, ensuring seamless service and faster project execution. This comprehensive approach allows Vecoplan to meet the diverse needs of Australian operators, from small businesses to large-scale industrial operations.
Vecoplan’s existing global workforce of approximately 580 employees across Europe, North America, and Asia will collaborate with AE Gibson to bring high-performance, tailored recycling and material-processing solutions to the Australian market. By leveraging proven European technology with rapid local commissioning and expert service, the companies aim to help Australian businesses optimise efficiency and sustainability.
AE Gibson’s long-standing reputation as a family-owned company specialising in industrial machinery and automated systems makes it the ideal partner for Vecoplan’s expansion into Australia. The company is known for its strong local presence and provides essential sales, installation, and aftermarket support for material-processing equipment across the country. This local support network is crucial in ensuring that Vecoplan’s technology remains fully operational, reducing downtime and enhancing long-term performance.
With this collaboration, Vecoplan can now provide a seamless service model, which includes pre-sales advice, installation, and ongoing support throughout the lifecycle of the equipment. This focus on local service ensures that Australian customers can rely on Vecoplan’s cutting-edge technology while benefiting from rapid response times and local expertise.
The Vecoplan-AE Gibson partnership is part of a broader global trend in which sustainability is becoming a driving force in the industrial sector. Recycling and waste management have taken centre stage as industries worldwide look to reduce their environmental impact and improve resource efficiency. The introduction of low-emission processing systems is particularly critical in Australia, where environmental regulations are becoming more stringent, and there is a growing need for solutions that help businesses meet these requirements.
By combining Vecoplan’s advanced technology with AE Gibson’s local market knowledge, this partnership ensures that Australian recycling businesses can access the latest innovations in shredding, conveyor, and processing systems. Together, Vecoplan and AE Gibson are committed to helping Australian operators lower operating costs, improve throughput, and meet their sustainability goals.
Vecoplan’s partnership with AE Gibson marks an exciting milestone for Australia’s recycling industry. By tapping into Vecoplan’s proven expertise in industrial shredding and processing systems and leveraging AE Gibson’s local knowledge and strong customer relationships, this collaboration is set to drive the adoption of sustainable, low-emission technologies in the wood, biomass, and waste sectors. Australian businesses will benefit from enhanced efficiency, stronger local support, and a broader selection of high-performance solutions to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly processing technologies.
The partnership not only strengthens Vecoplan’s position in the Asia-Pacific market but also underscores the importance of collaboration between international innovators and local experts in accelerating sustainable solutions. Together, Vecoplan and AE Gibson are poised to lead the way in shaping a more sustainable future for Australia’s recycling industry.
News source- https://woodcentral.com.au/
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