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Knowledge shapes the future. For 80 years.

 

The principle that emerged in 1946 is as relevant today as ever: those in positions of responsibility require reliable information, clear context and a forward-looking perspective. This is precisely what the dfv media group stands for. Through its media brands, platforms and events, the group provides knowledge, makes developments understandable, highlights interconnections and offers guidance. The group brings people together, fosters dialogue and supports well-informed decision-making.


Today, the dfv media group, based in Frankfurt am Main, ranks amongst Germany’s leading independent B2B media houses. Quality, independence and industry expertise characterise its work. With nearly 100 specialist publications, 300 events and numerous digital offerings, the group drives 17 industries and connects people, companies and markets. Whether in print, online or in person: The dfv media group is where its customers need it. Because success requires guidance and trusting partnerships.


Know more, decide better.


More than 850 employees contribute to the success of the dfv media group. Through its subsidiaries and associated companies, the company develops media and service offerings for discerning B2B target groups at a total of ten locations in Germany and abroad. In addition to its media brands, the dfv media group offers a wide range of B2B services, including employer branding campaigns, web TV productions from its own digital studio, market research and sector-specific training programmes.


Within their respective sectors, the dfv media group's media brands set journalistic standards and rank among the leading publications for decision-makers. In 2025, the group achieved a turnover of €134.1 million.
 

 

Subsidiaries and shareholdings

Management

© Katrin Binner
Speaker of Management Board & CEO

Peter Esser

Thomas Berner ist Geschäftsführer der dfv Mediengruppe.© Mario Drescher
Managing Director & CFO

Thomas Berner

Markus Gotta ist Geschäftsführer der dfv Mediengruppe.© Mario Drescher
Managing Director & CSO

Markus Gotta

Milestones

Founded in 1946, we have evolved from a traditional trade publisher into a broad-based media company that successfully covers all channels of trade communication. In the future, we will continue to do everything we can to offer a real information edge with our portfolio of products and services. We will remain close to the people and the markets. This is how we will continue our growth story.

1946

Wilhelm Lorch founded Neuer Fachverlag GmbH in Stuttgart. The first medium to be published was "Textil-Wirtschaft": the first 12-page issue appeared on October 10, 1946. With the move to Frankfurt am Main, the publishing house was renamed "Deutscher Fachverlag GmbH".

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Values

We base our company and our daily work on firm principles. We have values and stand up for a free and democratic society. For only on this ground can a diverse media landscape exist that ensures people have access to reliable information.

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Engagement

As one of Europe's biggest business media companies, we play an active role in social as well as socio-political life. We want to live up to this responsibility and are particularly committed to promoting young talent. 

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