Founded in 1802, the Corporation is headquartered in Switzerland and as of the end of 2022, it was present in 34 countries with 138 companies, 60 of which are production companies with 83 facilities. GF’s 15’207 employees worldwide generated sales of CHF 3’998 million in 2022.
Sales per region (CHF 3'998 million)
- 23% China
- 23% Rest of Europe
- 22% Americas
- 14% Germany
- 7% Rest of Asia
- 6% Switzerland
- 5% Rest of world
Gross value added per region (CHF 1'560 million)
- 35% Switzerland
- 19% Rest of Europe
- 18% China
- 11% Americas
- 9% Germany
- 5% Rest of world
- 3% Rest of Asia
CHF million | 2022 | 2021 |
---|---|---|
Order intake | 4'227 | 4'058 |
Orders on hand | 931 | 814 |
Sales | 3'998 | 3'722 |
Sales growth % | 7.4 | 16.9 |
Organic growth % | 13.5 | 15.9 |
EBITDA | 507 | 412 |
EBITDA margin % | 12.7 | 11.1 |
EBIT | 391 | 278 |
Return on sales (EBIT margin) % | 9.8 | 7.5 |
Net profit shareholders GF | 276 | 214 |
Basic earnings per share in CHF | 3.37 | 2.62 |
Free cash flow before acquisitions/divestments |
146 | 151 |
Invested capital (IC) | 1'277 | 1'355 |
Return on invested capital (ROIC) % | 23.4 | 16.4 |
Net debt (+)/Net cash (-) | -159 | 54 |
Number of employees | 15'207 | 15'111 |
GF Piping Systems
As the leading flow solutions provider for the safe and sustainable transport of fluids, GF Piping Systems creates connections for life. The division focuses on industry-leading leak-free piping solutions for numerous demanding end-market segments.
Sales per segment (CHF 2'160 million)
- 43% Industry
- 37% Utility
- 20% Building Technology
CHF million | 2022 | 2021 |
---|---|---|
Order intake | 2'319 | 2'211 |
Orders on hand | 442 | 326 |
Sales | 2'160 | 1'971 |
Sales growth % | 9.6 | 15.4 |
Organic growth % | 13.3 | 14.3 |
EBITDA | 341 | 302 |
EBITDA margin % | 15.8 | 15.3 |
EBIT | 291 | 247 |
Return on sales (EBIT margin) % | 13.5 | 12.5 |
Invested capital (IC) | 705 | 630 |
Return on invested capital (ROIC) % | 35.6 | 32.1 |
Number of employees | 8'085 | 7'686 |
GF Uponor
GF Uponor is a leading global provider of solutions that efficiently and effectively move water through cities, buildings, and homes. The division provides safe drinking water, energy-efficient radiant heating and cooling systems as well as reliable infrastructure solutions. It helps customers in residential and commercial construction, municipalities, and utilities, be more productive – and continuously find new ways to conserve, manage and provide water responsibly, unlocking its potential to provide comfort, health, and efficiency.
Sales per segment (EUR 1'386.2 millions)
- 43% Building Solutions - Europe
- 34% Building Solutions - North America
- 22% Uponor Infra
EUR millions | 2022 | 2021 |
---|---|---|
Sales | 1'386.2 | 1'313.2 |
Sales growth % | 5.6 | 15.6 |
Organic growth % | 3.6 | 15.1 |
EBITDA | 189.9 | 203.3 |
EBITDA margin % | 13.7 | 15.5 |
EBIT | 135.5 | 154.1 |
Return on sales (EBIT margin) % | 9.8 | 11.7 |
Number of employees | 4'055 | 4'234 |
*Consolidated financial key figures of Uponor Ltd in accordance with IFRS |
GF Casting Solutions
GF Casting Solutions is one of the leading solution providers of lightweight components in the mobility and energy industries. As a future-oriented company, GF Casting Solutions acts as a driving force for innovation in the foundry and additive manufacturing world and aims to take the lead in developing and manufacturing innovative and energy-efficient lightweight solutions, empowering sustainable mobility.
Sales per segment (CHF 892 million)
- 77% Automotive
- 15% Industrial Applications
- 8% Aerospace/Energy
CHF million | 2022 | 2021 |
---|---|---|
Order intake | 965 | 907 |
Orders on hand | 284 | 276 |
Sales | 892 | 880 |
Sales growth % | 1.4 | 17.1 |
Organic growth % | 17.2 | 15.9 |
EBITDA | 99 | 63 |
EBITDA margin % | 11.1 | 7.2 |
EBIT | 55 | 5 |
Return on sales (EBIT margin) % | 6.2 | 0.5 |
Invested capital (IC) | 326 | 504 |
Return on invested capital (ROIC) % | 11.2 | 0.3 |
Number of employees | 3'570 | 4'008 |
GF Machining Solutions
GF Machining Solutions is one of the world's leading providers of complete solutions for precision components and tools manufacturers, and the mold-making industry. The portfolio includes milling, EDM, laser texturing, laser micromachining, and additive manufacturing machines.
Sales per segment (CHF 948 million)
- 29% Customer Services
- 29% EDM
- 27% Milling
- 15% Advanced Manufacturing/Automation & Tooling
CHF million | 2022 | 2021 |
---|---|---|
Order intake | 945 | 941 |
Orders on hand | 206 | 213 |
Sales | 948 | 873 |
Sales growth % | 8.7 | 20.3 |
Organic growth % | 10.9 | 19.9 |
EBITDA | 81 | 61 |
EBITDA margin % | 8.6 | 7.0 |
EBIT | 67 | 47 |
Return on sales (EBIT margin) % | 7.0 | 5.4 |
Invested capital (IC) | 196 | 151 |
Return on invested capital (ROIC) % | 31.7 | 21.9 |
Number of employees | 3'398 | 3'282 |