Innovation brings us together; trust and team spirit keep us moving forward.

How strong partnerships, smart technologies and shared commitment are shaping the future of agriculture.

A lot has happened since the publication of our last AMAZONE report at the beginning of April. A particular highlight was AMATECHNICA 2026, which, with around 7,000 visitors from 43 countries, once again impressively demonstrated the strength of AMAZONE’s international network and the close ties we have with customers and sales partners worldwide. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our staff, partners and friends who contributed to the success of this event. 

At the same time, we are actively shaping the future of AMAZONE. In addition to significant progress in the field of SmartFarming – for example, in our partnership with CultiWise, a specialist in AI-powered applications, satellite-based and drone-based application maps, and digital agronomy solutions – we are consistently extending our product portfolio. Amongst many things, the past few months have seen the launch of the new cab on the Pantera 4504 self-propelled sprayer, offering greater comfort for the driver and more intuitive operation. We have also expanded our range of soil tillage equipment to include the DFW 580 Double Flex ring roller for the Cenio and Cenius mounted cultivators, as well as for the Catros mounted compact disc harrows. We have also fitted the ZG-TX combination spreader with an integrated weighing system and made the FlowControl automatic metering control system available also for lime, to ensure even greater precision and ease of use. These developments exemplify our commitment to offering farmers worldwide innovative, efficient and sustainable solutions. 

Whatever technical innovations, investments and projects there may be, one thing remains the same: AMAZONE’s success is down to the people who, day in, day out, dedicate themselves to our company with their expertise, passion and a sense of responsibility. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of you. Together, we will continue to shape the future of AMAZONE and capitalise on the opportunities presented by new technologies, strong partnerships and the demands of modern agriculture.

We look forward to continuing on this journey together. 
Dr. Justus, Klaus, Philipp and Christian Dreyer

50 years of the AMAZONEN-WERKE in-house magazine

Looking back:

More than 50 years ago, the then managing director, Klaus Dreyer, decided to launch a magazine for the company’s staff, customers and friends. The aim of this publication was to provide readers with a comprehensive overview of the company’s key activities – ranging from new developments and major investments to the general market situation. Furthermore, the magazine was intended provide insights into events within the family business and into the historical development of AMAZONE. 

From the very beginning, the in-house magazine saw itself as a unifying force: It was intended to bring all those who feel a connection to AMAZONE closer to the company and to provide a clear picture of what is happening at AMAZONE. The aim was further to strengthen ties with the company and the Dreyer family. 

The first issue was published in April 1974, bearing the title ‘AMAZONE Nachrichten’ (AMAZONE News). In a twelve page report, it outlined new technical developments, introduced some dedicated staff and set out the company’s goals for the future. This was followed by a lengthy creative hiatus before the in-house magazine was relaunched in 2001: Issue No. 1 of the ‘AMAZONE report’ built on the company’s previous ongoings. 

The main factor behind the resumption was the high level of interest – particularly from staff, but also from customers. Since then, the “AMAZONE report” has been published twice a year, on a regular basis, and has been very well received.

A successful AMATECHNICA 2026

Around 7,000 visitors from 43 countries

Amatechnica – AMAZONEN-WERKE’s most important customer event, took place on May 21st 2026, and the circumstances could scarcely have been more favourable. 

Admittedly, the heavy rain in the few days leading up to it had softened up the ground, meaning that certain areas had to be stabilised by spreading wood chippings. However, this also presented an unexpected opportunity: many farmers were unable to carry out any field work and instead took the opportunity to visit Amatechnica. As a result, significantly more visitors than expected flocked to Gaste. 

With dry weather and pleasant temperatures, the atmosphere was exceptionally good all day long. The main focus was on the presentations of the latest machinery in the arena, watched by several thousand visitors both in the morning and in the afternoon. In addition, the specialist presentations, the demonstrations in the ACTIVE Centre and the factory tours attracted a great deal of attention. 

The regular bus services, taking guests to the spare parts centre in Leeden and the Wambergen experimental farm, provided a varied range of additional interest. There, in addition to the museum, the historical implements on display in particular attracted a great deal of interest and sparked a lot of stimulating conversations. 

In total, around 1,500 international customers and partners, as well as several thousand dealers and farmers from Germany, attended the event. In the marquee, guests were treated to a comprehensive range of refreshments throughout the day, and many took the opportunity of continuing their conversations well into the evening. 

On the following Friday, a staff party for employees from Gaste, Leeden and Bramsche provided a successful conclusion to the event. A fantastic atmosphere, music lasting into the early hours of the morning and with a wide range of food and drink on offer, this evening was clearly enjoyed by everyone involved. 

Amatechnica 2026 will be fondly remembered by visitors and staff alike.

A successful appearance at the 2026 DLG Field Days

Modern agricultural machinery under real-world operating conditions

13,400 visitors from 48 countries

The 2026 DLG Field Days, held from June 16th to 18th in Bernburg, provided AMAZONE with an ideal platform to showcase modern agricultural machinery under real-world operating conditions. Around 13,400 visitors from 48 countries attended the event and took the opportunity of exchanging professional knowledge and finding out about the latest developments in crop production. 

The focus was on the practical implement demonstrations, during which, amongst others, the Condor 9002-2TC attracted a great deal of interest whilst being used in the field. In addition, other machines were unveiled, such as the ZA-TS 4201 Ultra, Pantera 7004, UX 7601, Cenio 5000-2 and the Venterra 2K. 

Visitors were able to see for themselves, under varying ground and weather conditions, just how capable and reliable the machinery is. The sales promotion team impressively demonstrated the synergy between high work rates, precise application and modern, digitally supported processes. 

The excellent response and the in-depth technical discussions underscore the importance of the DLG Field Days as a key industry gathering. In addition, compelling demonstrations often form the basis for further discussions and investment decisions.

AMAZONE at the Summit Challenge, Spring Run and Company Run

Underway together 

Sport, team spirit and the shared experience have been at the heart of numerous running events over the past few weeks and months, in which staff from the Gaste, Hude and Leipzig factories have taken part. Whether a charity run, a spring run or a company run – the AMAZONE teams showed great dedication everywhere they went and represented the company with great enthusiasm. 

The event kicked off on April 25th with the Osnabrück Summit Challenge. A total of 30 staff members from Gaste took part on behalf of the AMAZONE team and tackled the challenging course with impressive determination. It was particularly pleasing to see our colleague Markus Stockbrügger finish in the top 15 from a total of 734 participants. 

Just a few days later, on May 3rd, the Huder Spring Run took place. 19 staff members took part in the various competitions and successfully completed the 5 kilometre and 10 kilometre runs as well as the Nordic walking course. Alongside these sporting achievements, the event was characterised above all by a sense of camaraderie and a shared enjoyment of sport. 

AMAZONE was also represented at the company run in Leipzig. Our colleagues took to the starting line with great enthusiasm and demonstrated once again what team spirit means at AMAZONE. After the sporting challenges, a barbecue provided an opportunity for rounding off the day in a relaxed atmosphere and to celebrate together everyone’s achievements. 

The events have once again demonstrated that sporting activities not only promote good health, but also strengthen team spirit across different factories and teams. We would like to thank all the participants for their efforts and we are already looking forward to our next sporting challenges together.

AMAZONE supports the German National Rowing League Day in Osnabrück

On August 22nd, the German National Rowing League made its first stop in Osnabrück. In the Stichkanalarena at the Osnabrück Water Sports Centre, Germany’s fastest sprint eights competed in thrilling races in front of a home crowd of several thousand enthusiastic spectators. AMAZONE sponsored the event this year. The DYNAsports Osnabrück men’s eight put in a particularly strong performance. The team made impressive use of their home advantage and reached the final, where they secured an outstanding second place. Also on board was Fabian Windhorn, an AMAZONE employee. He has been rowing since primary school and has been contributing to his team’s sporting success for many years. Second place in their home race was a well-deserved reward for him and his team for their many years of passionate commitment to rowing.

Third International Groundcare Conference in Forbach

France / 9 – June 10th, 2026 

On June 9th, it was that time of year again: The 3rd International Groundcare Conference took place at the company’s facility in Forbach, where AMAZONE manufactures products for greenspace management. It serves as a key event designed to facilitate dialogue between the various departments within the groundcare sector. Representatives from France, England and Germany travelled to the event. Following in-depth discussions, the participants were able to see for themselves the benefits of the new ProfiMower product, featuring a range of various different mowing units and blade configurations. The highlight of the factory tour the following day was the new paint shop, which had come into operation that very week. 

This new twin-component paint system doubles corrosion resistance and reduces energy consumption – and consequently CO₂ emissions – by 40 %. As well as improving the quality of the paint finish, throughput is also significantly increased. Taken as a whole, this investment therefore leads to even more efficient and environmentally-friendly production. 

As well as the mounted and trailed mowers in the GH (Groundkeeper) and HH (HorseHopper) range, and the EK-S mounted spreaders for winter road gritting, the ProfiHopper and ProfiMower self-propelled mowers/collectors roll off the production line in Forbach. AMAZONE’s groundcare machinery enjoys an excellent international reputation.

SAVE, AMAZONE’s importer in Italy, celebrates an anniversary

In July 2026, our Italian agricultural machinery importer, SAVE S.p.A., celebrated its 70th anniversary with a special field demonstration near its headquarters in Cornate d’Adda, Italy. 

The event brought together customers, dealers, suppliers and staff to celebrate seven decades of success in the agricultural machinery sector. 

The Roveda family hosted the celebration. The programme included machinery demonstrations and practical field trials, during which, amongst other things, AMAZONE machinery was showcased in action. The event highlighted the company’s strong commitment to innovation, the practical testing of machinery and close collaboration with farmers and manufacturers.

Founded in 1956, SAVE S.p.A. has become a well-established partner to the Italian agricultural sector and successfully supports farmers with modern machinery solutions and expert technical support.

AMAZONE PEOPLE

AMAZONE with an international workforce

Employees from all over the world have been working at AMAZONEN-WERKE for many years. You have chosen AMAZONE – impressed by the company’s reputation and the values of a family-run business. 

Our international workforce includes both qualified professionals who have completed their vocational training and graduates of universities of applied sciences and universities, as well as specialists from various fields of work. Some of them were trained directly by AMAZONE or by specialist companies and institutions. 

Our staff come from various different countries and belong to different faiths. What they all have in common is a spirit of respect and mutual support – something AMAZONE values highly. 

We want all our staff to feel at home here, because this is the foundation for a positive working atmosphere. At AMAZONE, everyone who demonstrates a commitment to the job, takes on responsibility and carries out their duties skilfully and diligently is welcome.

Sarah, the fifth “Clarinettist” at AMAZONE

In the early years of AMAZONEN-WERKE, the company’s founder, Heinrich Dreyer, had the idea of setting up the company’s own brass band. He procured instruments and offered music lessons to the staff, so that, on Sunday mornings, church hymns could be heard coming from the water tower of his first steam engines. In this way, Heinrich Dreyer not only wanted to support the AMAZONE workforce, but also to bring joy to the residents of the parish of Gaste and to make a contribution to parish life and Christian fellowship. 

Friedrich Brömstrup was the first member of the Brömstrup family to play the clarinet in the brass band. He was succeeded by his son Heinrich, known as ‘Klarinetten-Hein’, and by his grandson Richard, who also went by the nickname ‘Klarinette’. 

The family connection continues with Richard’s daughter, Katya Pelke (née Brömstrup), who has been with the company since 1987. Her daughter Sarah, for her part, began her apprenticeship as a technical product designer at AMAZONE in 2017 and went on to study industrial design in Osnabrück. She now provides the link between design and engineering, focusing in particular on free-form components such as hoppers, covers and panelling. This makes her the fifth “Clarinettist” at AMAZONE. The fifth generation of the Brömstrup family to work for the company. 

Having grown up in Gaste, right next to AMAZONE, she has a close personal connection to the company’s history. The Dreyer family have known Sarah since she was at primary school, from village life in Gaste – for example, at the local shooting festivals. Through her work, she is continuing the Brömstrup family tradition whilst also bringing a modern perspective to product development. 

The original clarinet still exists today and is on display in the company’s own museum – a symbol of the living tradition and continuity at AMAZONE.

Tom Hopkins takes over as head of AMAZONE North America

Having grown up in Yorkshire (England) and with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Tom Hopkins began his career in service-oriented roles within the agricultural machinery sector. In 2009, he moved to the newly established Krone subsidiary in the UK. During his 14 years with the company, he held various positions, including roles in the USA, where his parents and a brother have been living since 2007. It was there, in Wisconsin in 2020, that he met his wife, whom he married in 2023. 

After a further eight years in the USA, most recently as Regional Business Manager at JCB and as Sales Director for a Caterpillar dealer in Nebraska, his career path has now taken him to AMAZONE North America, where Mr Hopkins has been Managing Director since May 1st, 2026. 

He was particularly attracted by the opportunity of working once again for a family-run German company, as well as by the AMAZONE brand’s strong European presence and excellent reputation. 

Together with his team, he aims further to strengthen the AMAZONE brand in North America and to provide farmers with high-quality, reliable and efficient machinery, alongside first-class service. His aim is to continue to develop the North American subsidiary successfully over the coming years and to build on AMAZONE’s brand awareness in the long term.

Jan Muhle takes over as Managing Director of AMAZONE Tianjin

Jan Muhle joined AMAZONE Tianjin Ltd. as Managing Director on March 1st and is responsible for AMAZONE’s operations in the Chinese market. 

He is 36 years old and is from Damme and, whilst working for the Grimme Group, completed a dual degree in business administration. After holding various positions in international sales and marketing, he worked in the USA for several years before moving to China in 2019. He was initially responsible for marketing and product management, as well as adapting the products to the requirements of the Chinese market. He later went on to head up key areas of the Chinese organisation in his role as Director of After-Sales. He has been living in China for several years, where he also met his wife, and he now lives with her in Beijing. 

Many years of experience in the industry, and in China, makes Jan Muhle ideally placed for his new role at AMAZONE. Together with the local team, he aims to build on the successful development of recent years and further to strengthen AMAZONE’s market position in China. He sees great potential for further growth, particularly in the field of seeding.

Leandro dos Santos – International experience for the Brazilian market

Leandro dos Santos has been the new CEO of MP Agro in Brazil since July this year. 

Mr dos Santos has around 20 years’ management experience in the agricultural machinery sector. His professional career has included senior roles in sales, marketing, export, after-sales and corporate management at both national and international level. A particularly formative period in his career was his long-standing role at the family-run agricultural machinery manufacturer Indústrias Colombo. He played a key role in establishing and successfully developing the company’s business in Brazil and internationally. 

Most recently, until mid-2026, he served as Executive Vice President and General Manager at LMC Ag, a manufacturer of agricultural machinery based in Albany, Georgia (USA). In this role, he was responsible for the strategic and operational development of the company. 

Leandro dos Santos is married, has three children and lives in Araraquara, not far from the AMAZONE subsidiary in Ibaté. His close ties to the agricultural sector, combined with his international experience, make him a highly valued contact within the industry. 

We would like to extend a warm welcome to Leandro dos Santos at MP Agro and wish him every success in his new role.

Change in works management at the Leipzig facility

As of July 2026, Laura Bevermann has taken over the works management role at the Leipzig facility from Martin Wilken, thus becoming a member of the executive board of BBG Bodenbearbeitungsgeräte Leipzig GmbH & Co. KG. 

Laura Bevermann has many years’ experience in the fields of quality, production, lean management and factory development. Following roles at GRIMME and in various positions within the AMAZONE Group, she most recently served as Head of Production at AMAZONE USA Inc., where she played a key role in setting up the new site in El Dorado, Kansas. 

Martin Wilken managed the Leipzig site as Managing Director and Plant Manager over the past five years and has worked with the team to develop it further. During this period, numerous organisational and structural changes were implemented, and important foundations were laid for the site’s future development. 

Martin Wilken will continue to be associated with the AMAZONE Group in a senior role. In addition to his role as managing director of the Mosonmagyaróvár site in Hungary, he is taking on the newly created position of Head of Operations for the Gaste/Bramsche factory group. 

The management would like to thank Laura Bevermann and Martin Wilken for their dedication and successful work to date and wish them both every success in their new roles.

AMAZONE in the North-West: Proven expertise, new responsibilities

On April 30th, 2026, Norbert Heitkönig, the territory manager for soil tillage in the North-West Germany region, took well-deserved retirement. Since 2020, he has supported AMAZONE’s sales partners and agricultural customers with a high level of technical expertise, a strong practical focus, and great personal commitment. He was a highly valued contact and trusted partner, particularly in the field of passive soil tillage, including the AMAZONE range of ploughs. 

As an active pensioner, Norbert Heitkönig will remain connected to agricultural machinery in the future. We wish him continued good health and success and would like to thank him warmly for his many years of service and dedication to AMAZONE. 

Seamless transition is ensured: Markus Schulin, a colleague already well known to many sales partners and customers, is taking over the role. He has been part of the AMAZONE Group since 2015 and has extensive experience in sales promotion and the sales of hoes. In this way, AMAZONE ensures that dealers will continue to receive prompt, personalised and expert support in the future.

Markus Schulin is very much looking forward to his new role: “Professional agriculture is facing major challenges these days. "I look forward to supporting our customers actively in the North-West region through this technological transformation with precision engineering and practical solutions." 

We wish Markus Schulin every success in his new role and look forward to working with him in the future.

New laser facilities in Gaste and Hude-Altmoorhausen

Streamlining is essential for life (and survival)

AMAZONE has made an extraordinary effort this year in the area of rationalisation. In addition to modern welding technology and new lathes, high-performance and technically sophisticated laser profilers have been commissioned at both the Gaste and Hude sites. 

A large-scale laser profiler, linked to an automated materials store, is currently in operation in Gaste. The various different sheet metal sizes are automatically retrieved from the shelves, fed into the programme-controlled laser cutting system and then cut out at speeds never before achieved. 

AMAZONE has also invested in a similar system at its Hude-Altmoorhausen plant, which was further developed in collaboration with our staff and stands out for its exceptionally wide range of functionality. There is also an extensive stock of sheet metal available here. The system automatically retrieves the pre-programmed sheet metal panels from the store, cuts out the required parts from them using a laser, and, with the aid of a specialised system, sorts them into different containers. Meanwhile, the next sheet of metal is already being processed – a consistently efficient process with no downtime. 

The entire plant is currently operated by trained staff and is currently running very efficiently on a two-shift basis. Additional staff are currently undergoing training so that multi-shift operations will be possible in future, and, in the long term, largely unmanned operations as well. 

With its two state-of-the-art laser systems, AMAZONE is laying the foundations for modern, flexible and competitive sheet metal working. This is a key building block for future success and offers our sales partners benefits in the form of improved delivery capacity, shorter response times and long-term security of supply.

Linked to AMAZONE for generations

THEN AS NOW

AMAZONE has been an integral part of the Henz family’s business in Marburg for three generations. Over the decades, a relationship based on trust has developed that goes far beyond the use of individual machines. This devoted AMAZONE fan uses machinery from various product ranges – from the tried-and-tested ZA-M mounted spreader to the new UX 4200 trailed sprayer. 

This long-standing collaboration was initially overseen by Friedhelm Krause, who was the territory manager at the time. Today, Torsten Wendhausen continues to run the area in his capacity as the designated AMAZONE territory manager and personal contact. 

Rainer Henz explains what connects him to AMAZONE in a video testimonial.

The first centrifugal spreader, the ‘AMAZONE ZA’

1958 marked a decisive turning point for AMAZONEN-WERKE. Following the unexpected death of the managing director, Dipl. Eng. Heinrich Dreyer, at the end of 1957, his successors, Dipl. Eng. (TU) Heinz Dreyer and his cousin Dipl. Eng. (FH) Klaus Dreyer, took over management of the company as representatives of the third generation of the Dreyer family. 

The company’s situation was critical at that time. The market situation had deteriorated significantly, particularly in the fertiliser spreader sector, as centrifugal spreaders were becoming increasingly prevalent. It was therefore imperative to develop an AMAZONE centrifugal spreader of its own. 

Heinz Dreyer took up this challenge straight away and began his testing, initially using a single-disc machine. This inevitably revealed the unfavourable asymmetry of the spread pattern. This gave rise to the ingenious idea of fitting the spreader with two spreading discs in order to achieve a symmetrical spread pattern. 

A prototype was quickly produced and sent to the Netherlands for comparative testing. The result was impressive right from the start: just a few months after development began, the spreader produced outstanding results. 

Although the first spreader was still fitted with land wheel drive, the first brochure was produced as early as April 1958. The first ‘AMAZONE ZA’ was born – a real sensation.

A success story built with the plough and tradition

AMAZONE factory overview, part 5: Moson 

As early as 2010, the management decided to launch AMAZONE’s own range of ploughs. In 2016, a suitable opportunity arose: Vogel & Noot, a company with a150 year old tradition in plough manufacturing, declared bankruptcy, and was offered up for sale in the same year. The management saw the acquisition not only as an opportunity of taking over a comprehensive and renowned range of ploughs, but also of acquiring a specialised heat treatment plant featuring the ©plus hardening process.

On September 19th, exactly 10 years ago, AMAZONE acquired the entire plough manufacturing plant in Mosonmagyaróvár, together with the trademark rights to Vogel & Noot. Although the machine tools had become rather outdated by then, the plough production was well organised: In a long hall, the materials were delivered to one end and processed in the one hall, so that the finished ploughs could be loaded up for despatch at the other end. The communal areas are on the upper floor, whilst the administrative wing is in the courtyard. 

Production resumed shortly after the acquisition, and the first ploughs were shipped out before the end of 2016. Today, the key production machines have been replaced by modern, high-performance CNC drilling and milling machines, and the infrastructure has also been gradually modernised. 

At Moson – as we call our factory for the sake of simplicity – it is no longer just our range of ploughs that is manufactured. The modern heat treatment plant also enables the manufacture of hardened components designed to withstand high stresses destined for other factories within the AMAZONE Group. 

With the launch of the new Teres and Tyrok plough ranges, the factory has made a significant contribution to the ongoing development of our product portfolio. Both models are synonymous with the highest quality, precision and durability – characteristics that are largely shaped by the manufacturing technology used in Moson. 

Today, our Hungarian subsidiary presents itself as a modern and efficient factory.

Obituary for Douglas Peccin

On April 10th, 2026, Douglas Peccin, founder and managing director of our Brazilian company MP Agro/AMAZONE, died at the age of just 36 as a result of a tragic road traffic accident. 

After completing his degree in mechanical engineering, at the age of about 22, he designed and built his first fertiliser spreader entirely by himself. This project laid the foundation for the establishment of MP Agro in 2012. 

Douglas was not only a successful entrepreneur, he was also an open and warm-hearted person. His enthusiasm, his optimism, and his considerate manner shaped our collaboration and often led to personal friendships. 

Following the acquisition of MP Agro two years ago, Douglas became part of the AMAZONE family and had driven the joint development forward with great energy and conviction. 

Our deepest sympathies go to his wife, Heloisa, and his children, Samuel and Cecilia. 

We are grateful for the time we spent with Douglas Peccin. We shall carry on his life’s work in keeping with his wishes and shall never forget his impressive personality and exceptional warmth. 

The Management of the AMAZONE Group

Obituary for Mr Karl Wilhelm Wiendieck, Dipl. Eng.

Mr Karl Wilhelm Wiendieck, Dipl. Eng., passed away on June 7th, 2026. 

Mr Karl Wilhelm Wiendieck, Dipl. Eng., managed our main factory in Gaste for decades. His great dedication, professional foresight, and exceptional sense of responsibility made a lasting contribution to the successful development of our company during this period. 

Amongst many other things, he set up a high-performance toolmaking workshop, organised the in-house production of hydraulic cylinders, established the manufacture of plastic parts within our company and also successfully streamlined the welding of our machine parts. 

Karl Wilhelm began his career with us in 1964 as a young local employee; he went on to study mechanical engineering and, after graduating, initially gained professional experience at a company in Lengerich. He then returned to AMAZONE as operations manager and once again put his energy and expertise into the service of our company. He worked for AMAZONE for almost 40 years up to retirement in 2004 and, during that long period, he played a key role in shaping the development of our main factory in Gaste. 

We owe Mr Wiendieck our deepest gratitude and shall always honour his memory. 

The Management of the AMAZONE Group