MISSION: THE BRIDGE 2026

From January 7 to 9, the annual strategy conference “The Bridge” of the international CF Group Management took place at the company headquarters in Wendlingen.

The focus was on how the CF Group can best position itself for the future. In a time of change, marked by economic challenges and new technologies such as artificial intelligence, approaches must be questioned, even if they have proven themselves in the past.

The CF Group has also changed over the years, growing strongly and making acquisitions. During The Bridge, a detailed analysis was carried out to determine whether the CF Group is optimally positioned in this dynamic environment to achieve its long-term goals and visions.

One key element of the Bridge was “10X-thinking“. Means, where can small measurements reduce complexity & noise significantly? Where can simple synergies bring big positive effects for the group? Where and how can AI make processes more effient? Taking “10X” into account we started the process to identify projects and measurements that can make CF group even stronger, more efficient ans future-proof.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Dear colleagues,

The Christmas season is just around the corner. Many of you are wrapping up your last workdays before the holidays or finishing preparations before heading off on vacation. We are also taking a break for the Christmas holidays and will be back in calendar week three 2026 to share news, innovations, and important updates from within the group.

We wish you a relaxing and joyful Christmas season with your family and friends. Enjoy the time together, the special moments, and have a great start to the new year 2026.

Warm regards,
Your IC-Hub Team

Teambuilding at CF Group Adria: Preparing for the 2026 Swimming Season

The 2025 season is behind us – a period in which the CF Group Adria team in Slovenia worked together to raise standards and improve the quality of our work.

The season concluded with a teambuilding session, where new ideas were collected, experiences were shared, and guidelines for 2026 were developed.

The key question was: How can we make the 2026 season even better, simpler, and more user-friendly?

Together, new projects, optimizations, and solutions were defined to make our workflows more efficient and further strengthen the CF Group Adria team.

We look forward to the upcoming tasks, challenges, and achievements – together with the entire group, we start the next season motivated and united!

Four Intensive Days at Piscina Barcelona

Our team was fully committed at the stand. On 100 square meters, we presented the world of our brands: DEL, OCEA, DELIFOL, CF, Chemoform, Lacus, Finesse, Lacoform, and Balena. Numerous discussions about the pool of tomorrow took place, products were demonstrated, and the 2026 innovations were showcased. The Purity Revolution, in particular, attracted great attention.

The trade fair highlighted the growth of the industry: more than 17,000 trade visitors, 428 exhibitors from 30 countries, and an expanded area including the new Outdoor & Wellness section. Innovation, sustainability, digitalization, and AI were central topics in many conversations.

Thanks to our trade fair team for their dedication and professional execution.

HEISSNER Honors Long-Serving Employees

HEISSNER GmbH in Lauterbach, now merged into CF Group Deutschland, celebrated its 153rd anniversary this year and honored numerous employees for their long-standing loyalty. In a time when career changes have become commonplace, this level of commitment reflects remarkable dedication and team spirit.

Special recognition went to Peter Hof with 46 years, Ute Pfeil and Patrizia Ruhl with 45 years each, and Rüdiger Habl with 44 years of service. Regina Wallum (38 years), Anja Kauzner (37 years), and Frank Kraus (36 years) have also built impressive careers at HEISSNER.

Further honorees included Gulnora Seibert (30 years), Horst Knoß (27 years), Yilmaz Akkus (25 years), Andreas Stiehler (23 years), Carmen Kimpel (22 years), and Holger Göbel (20 years).

Managing Director Rolf Papenheim expressed his appreciation for the employees’ dedication:

“Staying with one company for so many years is no longer something we can take for granted. Each and every one of you has contributed with passion, expertise, and reliability to making HEISSNER what it is today.”

CF Group Germany / Chemoform AG also recently honored its long-serving employees. Those celebrating major anniversaries were invited to the Cannstatter Wasen. As part of the celebration, they received a commemorative shirt and a lapel pin.

On behalf of CF Group Germany, we sincerely thank all honorees for their commitment and loyalty – and congratulate them on their impressive careers.

Poly Products supplies water tanks for offshore platform in Singapore

Our GRP water tanks are ready for their next journey: Poly Products is supplying several fresh water tanks of around 75 m³ each for the IJmuiden Ver Beta offshore converter platform. The platform is currently under construction in Singapore. The tanks meet high drinking water quality standards and will be shipped in the coming days. In 2028, the platform will connect the IJmuiden Ver Beta wind farm in the Dutch North Sea to the high-voltage grid.

Successful Trade Fair in Milan: CF Group & Heissner at Bricoday 2025

On September 24 and 25, the Bricoday trade fair took place in Milan. Nearly 500 exhibitors showcased innovations in DIY, renovation, and interior and exterior design.

On site, we presented our products and innovations related to swimming pools and the DIY sector, as well as Heissner’s pond filters, sludge vacuums, and water gardens.

The trade fair appearance impressed with clear presentations and highlighted the strength of our brands.

Wellfit at Spoga+Gafa: CF Group attracts the attention of the industry in DIY Magazine

Our innovations at Spoga+Gafa 2025 received strong coverage in the press. In the latest issue of DIY Magazine, our new business field Longevity/Wellfit is highlighted in particular.

“Our life expectancy is increasing, and we want to stay healthy for longer,” explains Rolf Papenheim, Managing Director of CF Group Germany. This is exactly where the new product range comes in: Wellness, Wellbeing, and Longevity are developing into an important growth market.

In addition to Wellfit, the article also covers other topics:
– the Tiny Pool with configurable bathing options, which can also be used as a cold plunge
– next-generation filtration systems that replace traditional filter and pump technology
– more sustainable cardboard packaging for solid chemical products.

The feedback from the press shows that our innovations are providing important impulses for the industry. You can read the full article via the following link: www.diyonline.de/d/diy/2025/8-2025/longevity-wird-retailfaehig.html