The Jakob Muller Group (JMG), a global leader in narrow fabric machinery, is advancing its JMG 2030 strategy to strengthen market leadership, enhance agility, and better serve customers. This initiative includes structural changes, portfolio expansion, and acquisitions to drive long-term growth.
Strengthening core segments
JMG is focusing on its core competencies - Weaving, Label Production Systems, Warp Crochet Knitting, and Dyeing & Finishing, while discontinuing Winding & Making-up and Warping Systems at its Schwelm, Germany, site. Key technologies from these discontinued segments will be integrated into other divisions. Additionally, the Finishing segment will be relocated from Kadan, Czech Republic, to JMG’s sister company, Benninger, in Pune, India. These changes will lead to gradual reductions in production at the affected sites.
“While these decisions are difficult, they are necessary to ensure JMG’s future,” said owner Stephan Buhler. “Our resources must be directed toward areas with the highest growth potential.”
Expanding innovation and global presence
JMG is strengthening its global presence by integrating Comez, Italy’s leading crochet and warp knitting machine manufacturer, under the Jakob Muller Italy brand. Additionally, the acquisition of MEI International, an Italian label weaving machine specialist, will expand JMG’s portfolio with innovative air-jet technology.
Further details on the MEI acquisition will be announced separately.
Customer-centric growth
JMG’s transformation prioritizes customer experience through innovation and operational excellence. A major milestone in this effort is the opening of the new Customer Center and LAB1887 in Frick, Switzerland, in late summer 2025. This facility will serve as an innovation hub where customers can collaborate with JMG to develop advanced narrow fabric solutions.
“Our strategy ensures JMG remains at the forefront of the industry,” said CEO Andreas Conzelmann. “We are becoming a more agile, customer-focused company, ready for future opportunities.”
