Festosetstheworldinmotion–fromthesmallestcelltothebigquestionsofourtime.Fromthefillingofdrinksandtheproductionofsmartphonestotheprecisedosingofmedicinesandthereductionofemissions.Becausewhatmovesyoualsomovesus.Withaneyeonthefuturefor100years.
Festo sets
the world in motion
Progress and inventiveness
From the beginnings to the future: the spirit of invention is deeply rooted in our corporate culture. Since our foundation, we have been setting standards in the development of innovative solutions that meet the requirements of our customers. Our goal remains unchanged: to make collaboration between people and machines even better and easier.
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Founding (1925-1950)
In 1925, Albert Fezer and Gottlieb Stoll founded the company that would later be called Festo.
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From pioneering innovation
to maximum productivity.
We move everything that moves you. From the initial idea to sustainable operation. With the best holistic portfolio – from pneumatics, electrics and digitalization to the right qualification.
See for yourself and experience Festo live in its anniversary year at the Hannover Messe from 3-31 to 4-4-2025.
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Looking to the future
„We are proud of what we have achieved and look forward to a promising future full of opportunities with our customers.”
Inspiring impulses for innovation and growth, fascinating anniversary moments, lots of fun, celebrating and saying thank you – that's what CEO Thomas Böck is looking forward to in the anniversary year.
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From strong commitment to sustainable action.
Climate protection and the economical use of energy, resources, and materials are among the most pressing challenges of our time. These principles are firmly anchored in both our corporate and sustainability strategies. Here, an important component is the reduction of CO₂ emissions – for our customers and for ourselves.
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From comprehensive know-how to lifelong learning.
Lifelong learning is fundamental to the meaning of life. We empower specialists with practical learning solutions to navigate new challenges effectively. The focus is on people: they drive the development of technologies.
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From bold ideas to outstanding innovations.
Our courage, pioneering spirit, entrepreneurship, extensive knowledge and experience in many industries enable us to drive forward completely new solutions and automation concepts. From innovative drive concepts and smart components with artificial intelligence to solutions for biological transformation.
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Our employees are an integral part of our success story. And they’re writing their own success stories every day. Because Festo provides room to move for inventive talent. And the comfort that comes from having a secure and solid base. Discover employment at Festo and our current job opportunities. We look forward to receiving your application.
