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AGPB Award 2026 Recognition
GIG Fassaden has been awarded the Austrian Green Planet Building Award 2026 in the Technology category for the “90 Long Acre” project in London. The award recognizes projects that set new standards through sustainable planning, technological innovation, and architectural quality.
With “90 Long Acre,” the former 1970s office building “The Acre” was comprehensively revitalized and transformed into a modern, sustainable office building. Around 80 percent of the existing building structure was retained, making a significant contribution to resource-efficient urban development.
Particular recognition was given to the innovative building envelope featuring highly precise unitized façade elements, as well as the project’s sustainable energy concept. The combination of technological innovation, energy-efficient planning, and advanced façade engineering makes “90 Long Acre” an international benchmark for contemporary revitalization projects.
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GIG Fassaden wins “Österreichischer Metallbaupreis 2026”
GIG has received the “Österreichischer Metallbaupreis 2026”, Austria’s leading award for excellence in metal construction, in the category “Metal Construction – Project Volume over €1,000,000”. The prize recognizes the implementation of the CCF façade for the Energie AG headquarters in Linz.
With this award-winning project, GIG Fassaden underscores its expertise in delivering complex and technically demanding façade solutions. The CCF façade sets new standards in modern metal construction, both in terms of design and functionality. In addition to its precise execution, the project stands out for its sustainable and forward-looking solutions that meet the requirements of contemporary architecture.
This distinction confirms GIG Fassaden as one of the leading companies in the field of high-quality metal construction and façade projects. At the same time, the awarded project represents a significant contribution to the modern architectural landscape in Linz.
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Bezirksrundschau Christkind – Christmas Donation from GIG
GIG GmbH from Attnang-Puchheim, Austria is once again supporting the Bezirks-RundSchau Christkind campaign this year. The two managing directors, Gerhard Haidinger (l.) and Adolf Pohn, present a cheque for 2,000 euros to MeinBezirk branch manager Roman Cserkits (r.).
The money will benefit Paulina Neuhuber (7) from Vöcklamarkt, who was born with a complex heart defect and DiGeorge syndrome. “We want to support a regional initiative, because you know the donation really reaches those in need,” emphasize Pohn and Haidinger.
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Order Received: Expansion of EUROPARK Salzburg
GIG has been awarded the contract for the expansion of EUROPARK Salzburg. The project continues the original architectural concept developed by Massimiliano Fuksas in the 1990s.
As part of the expansion, GIG will be responsible for adapting and extending the existing façade architecture with the aim of achieving a seamless and visually identical appearance—naturally in compliance with all current standards and regulations.
GIG’s compelling concept forms the basis for this renewed collaboration and thus makes a further contribution to the architectural and structural development of EUROPARK Salzburg.
GIG once again receives the Achilles BuildingConfidence CAS certification
GIG has once again successfully completed the Achilles BuildingConfidence Common Assessment Standard (CAS) audit, thereby renewing its accreditation.
The audit results confirm that GIG not only meets its high standards in the areas of quality, occupational health and safety, and sustainability, but also continuously develops them further. The successful re-certification highlights GIG’s consistent commitment to responsible and future-oriented practices.
Special thanks go to all employees whose dedication and expertise contributed significantly to this achievement.
With this renewed certification, GIG remains a reliable partner for safe, high-quality, and sustainable solutions—today and in the future.
Pohn Management takes full ownership of GIG Holding
With effect from May 7, 2025, Pohn Management GmbH has acquired all shares in GIG Holding GmbH from IFN Holding AG. The globally active façade construction company based in Attnang-Puchheim is now wholly owned by Adi Pohn, who has been closely associated with GIG for around 35 years and is now returning to the management board in an operational role. Adi Pohn emphasizes the importance of a clear strategic focus: the façade business is strongly project-driven, and all areas of the company must be consistently aligned toward reliable and high-quality project execution.
Christian Klinger, co-owner and company spokesperson of IFN Holding, explains that IFN will focus in the future on its core competencies in the areas of windows, doors, sun protection, and façade products. The international large-scale façade project business is highly complex and requires specialized expertise, making it all the more pleasing to place GIG in experienced hands.
The acquisition represents an important step in the sustainable further development of GIG Holding within the Pohn Group.
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