Neuburg celebrates: carpentry companies awarded the Masterful” seal!

Neuburg celebrates: carpentry companies awarded the Masterful” seal!

In Neuburg, craftsmanship once again celebrated a brilliant appearance. On June 30, 2025, numerous carpentry companies were awarded the coveted “Masterful” seal of approval. This is more than just a piece of paper; it is a symbol of high quality and craftsmanship that is highly valued in the German construction industry. As [Augsburger Allgemeine](https://www.augsburger- Allgemeine.de/neuburg/neuburg-wahrlich-meisterhaft-zimmerer-betriebe-erhalten-auszeichen-110270152) describes, the ceremonial award ceremony took place in the picturesque Arco-Schlösschen, organized by Christian Stemmer, the head master of the Neuburg-Schrobenhausen carpenters' guild.

The guests included the mayor of Neuburg, Bernhard Gmehling, and Peter Aicher, president of the state guild association of the Bavarian carpentry trade. Gmehling emphasized how important craftsmanship is for the local economy and society and emphasized that the award serves as a decision-making aid for developers. Aicher, in turn, praised the willingness to train in the industry, which is characterized by around 8,500 trainees among the current 75,000 employees. This corresponds to a rate of over 11%, which speaks for the craft and opens up perspectives.

Carpenters – specialists in timber construction

The companies awarded the “Meisterhaft” seal of quality are characterized by excellent performance in quality assurance. But that's not all. According to Carpentry Holzbau Weber, the award-winning craft companies are also known for their training and corporate management. Issues such as occupational safety, technology and the environment are also important to them, and the demand for modern renovations is constantly growing, especially due to rising energy costs.

However, in view of the dip in the construction industry, carpentry professionals are showing confidence. The industry is on a growth path, particularly in the area of ​​inventory renovation. Future strategies targeting sustainability and the use of wood are increasingly coming to the fore. The proportion of wood in building construction is expected to increase in the coming years, which underlines the relevance of this building material. The future strategy 2025 has been revised to 2035 and is intended to ensure that wood processing remains modern and efficient.

The award winners at a glance

The list of award-winning companies is impressive and shows the diversity of the carpentry trade. The award winners include:

• Andreas und Christian Crusius GmbH
• Donaubauer Holzbau GmbH & Co. KG
• Dormeier GmbH
• Franz Mehner GmbH
• Hans Murr Häuser in Holz GmbH
• Holzbau Dörringer Grundler GmbH
• Holzbau Stemmer GmbH
• Irrenhauser & Seitz GmbH & Co. KG
• Johann Alt Zimmerei-Holzhäuser
• Johann Mack Zimmerei-Holzbau
• Karl Steinberger GmbH
• Ludwig Roßner Zimmerei-Holzhausbau
• Michael Kraus Zimmermeister und Restaurator GmbH
• Rupert Nischwitz GmbH & Co.KG

The “Meisterhaft” award has been presented annually since 2005 and is therefore an established part of German craftsmanship. This recognition is clear evidence of the qualities and commitment of the carpenters. As Holzbau Deutschland explains, the carpenters are not only masters of wooden construction, but also help keep traditions and craftsmanship alive across generations.

With this award, the carpenters in Neuburg and beyond are looking optimistically into the future. It remains to be seen how the trends in timber construction will continue to develop and what new impulses this industry will provide in the coming years.