News from the Kläger Group

Successful CosmeticBusiness 2026 for Vema – Sun Protection Takes Center Stage

Vema looks back on a highly successful CosmeticBusiness 2026 in Munich. With a fresh brand identity, a redesigned booth concept, and innovative new sun protection products – including the debut of a water-resistant sun protection foam with SPF 50+ – Vema captured the attention of customers and trade visitors alike.

Digitalization at the Kläger Group – A Conversation with Thorsten Speck

Since August 2025, Thorsten Speck has been strengthening the Kläger Group as Digital Transformation Manager. As of March 2026, he will also take over the leadership of IT and Digital Transformation at group level. This combines IT leadership and digital strategy in one role and positions the department as a value-creation partner within the company.

Investment in the Future: Vema Establishes State-of-the-Art Packaging Technology

A significant step toward the future: With the new Monopacker from ETT Verpackungstechnik GmbH, Vema is investing in the comprehensive automation of its production processes – sending a clear signal for growth, efficiency, and competitiveness. The system represents the largest single investment in Vema’s history and is a key component of our long-term strategy to […]

Denken in Generationen – Die Kläger Group ehrt ihren Gründer Karl Kläger

In July 2025, Karl Kläger – founder of the Kläger Group – would have turned 100 years old. The company used this occasion to honor his legacy during a company assembly, express gratitude, and reflect on an extraordinary personality and corporate journey.

CosmeticBusiness 2025: Vema Presents New Solutions for Facial Cleansing & Care

This year marked the 20th anniversary of CosmeticBusiness 2025 – once again providing a strong platform for innovations across the entire cosmetics value chain. As in previous years, Vema participated in the trade fair, using the event to present new products focused on facial care and cleansing.

The Kläger Group Focuses on Sustainability – Transition to Green Power from Wind Energy

The Kläger Group, which includes Vema, takes new steps in energy procurement. Amid the growing complexity of the energy market, the Kläger Group is adopting a sustainable solution by partnering with node.energy, a specialist in innovative energy supply concepts.

Starting a Career at Vema – Insights from Our Trainees: Luke and Akin

In early September, two new trainees began their professional journey at Vema: Akin as a Chemical Technician, and Luke as a Warehouse Operative. They shared their experiences and impressions from their first weeks at Vema, offering fascinating insights into the beginning of their careers!

A Look Behind the Scenes: Petra Kopp on Her Role as Management Representative of the Kläger Group

Planning, monitoring, control, and continuous improvement – Petra Kopp, Management Representative of the Kläger Group, stands for the highest quality standards. With her expertise and passion for quality management, she drives digitalization and process optimization across the three companies of the Kläger Group and shares exciting insights into her work and the daily challenges of […]

Company Anniversary – Kläger Group Celebrates 75th Anniversary in Hartha

Hartha/Neusäß, June 2024 – The Kläger Group is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a grand summer festival at Kläger SPC in Hartha. The energy park on the neighboring property was also officially inaugurated.

Cosmetic Business 2024 – An Impressive Exhibition Stand and Valuable Customer Interactions

At CosmeticBusiness 2024, held on June 5th and 6th at the MOC Munich, numerous decision-makers from the cosmetics industry and their suppliers gathered to discuss trends, innovations, and new projects.

Groundbreaking for Kläger Group’s Energy Park in Hartha

On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, the groundbreaking ceremony took place for the construction of a photovoltaic system and a battery storage container by Kläger Plastik GmbH on an open area next to the company building of Kläger SPC GmbH & Co. KG in Hartha. The energy park represents the largest individual project in the entire […]

Foam Styling Mousse Without Microplastics – Innovative Formula from Vema

Recipe development tailored to customer requirements and based on the latest trends is one of Vema’s core competencies. As a result, foam styling mousse without microplastics has now been developed and filled for the first time.

Searching for the Latest Trends – VIVANESS 2022 Recap

To provide our customers with the best possible expertise, our team is constantly on the lookout for the latest trends and innovations. Our colleague Dr. Stefanie Schönweiz from the Research & Development department visited the international natural cosmetics trade fair VIVANESS in Nuremberg on our behalf.

Higher level for Vema – IFS HPC audit successfully completed

We have been certified in compliance with IFS HPC since 2013 – the certification standard for household and personal care products. Since November 2021, we are pleased to have the Higher Level assessment.

CosmeticBusiness 2021: A Successful Trade Fair Behind Us

After more than two years of pandemic-related interruption, CosmeticBusiness was finally able to take place again. On October 20 and 21, we participated with an exhibition stand and an innovative product concept.

Management Team at Kläger Expands

Neusäß/Hartha, January 2021 – Achim Windschiegl has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) and will now be responsible for day-to-day operations, including the Purchasing and Production Planning departments. Together with Kristian Kläger (CEO and Managing Partner), Helmut Möckel (current CFO), and André Droescher (designated CFO), Achim Windschiegl completes the management team at Kläger Plastik.

New Name for Sister Company: Vema GmbH & Co. KG

Neusäß, January 2021 – Since January 1, 2021, the company VEMA Industrie-Verpackung GmbH & Co. KG has operated under the new name Vema GmbH & Co. KG. This change completes the company’s modernization process and reflects its current role as a full-service provider for the development, production, and filling of cosmetics and medical products. The […]

The Kläger Group introduces its new commercial director

Neusäß/Hartha, January 2021 – On 1 January 2021, André Droescher joined the Kläger Group management team as the designated Chief Financial Officer of Kläger Plastik GmbH and Vema GmbH & Co KG. He will be responsible for the entire staff of 250 employees, and will lead the finance and controlling departments. Helmut Möckel, current CFO […]