A leading specialist in industrial shredders and recycling systems, Vecoplan AG, has appointed AE Gibson & Sons as its official distributor for Australia, a strategic move that accelerates the German supplier’s push into the Asia‑Pacific market and positions it to capture sustained demand in wood, biomass and waste processing.
Wood Central understands that the new partnership pairs Vecoplan’s expertise with Gibson’s deep local market knowledge to accelerate the adoption of efficient, low‑emission processing solutions and deliver stronger on‑the‑ground support for customers. Under the agreement, Gibson will market Vecoplan’s complete portfolio — from shredding and conveyor technology to downstream processing — and provide local installation, commissioning, maintenance and long‑term service.
Martina Schmidt, Senior Vice President Recycling at Vecoplan, said the firms share a common approach to 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.” Meanwhile, Curtis Gibson, CEO of AE Gibson & Sons, said the alliance offers immediate, practical benefits for regional operators. “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,” he said.
The arrangement gives Vecoplan end‑to‑end delivery capability in Australia, from single machines to full plant installations and large‑scale projects, backed by local service that preserves uptime and long‑term performance. Vecoplan currently employs about 580 staff across Europe, North America and Asia and positions itself as a full‑service partner for tailored recycling and material‑processing solutions. By combining proven European technology with rapid local commissioning and support, the partnership aims to help Australian operators reduce operating costs, raise throughput and meet tightening sustainability and regulatory expectations.
