125 years of Amberger Kaolinwerke, 30 years as part of the Quarzwerke Group—two anniversaries that symbolize tradition, change, and the future. Hardly anyone has been as closely involved in this development as Bernhard Neudecker. For over four decades, he held various positions at Amberger Kaolinwerke. Even today, he continues to contribute his experience to important future projects.
As one of the oldest subsidiaries of the Quarzwerke Group, Amberger Kaolinwerke is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year—an impressive milestone and a good time to look back.
A few weeks after Ceramitec 2026, we now have the opportunity to reflect on the trade show and its impact with some perspective.
The event once again highlighted the importance of direct, face-to-face interaction in the ceramics industry and related fields. Especially in an environment characterized by technical requirements and customized solutions, in-person dialogue remains a key factor for successful collaboration and sustainable partnerships.
One of our subsidiaries is turning 125. And we, as the parent company, are immensely proud. What began with the development of kaolin deposits in the Upper Palatinate has, over more than a century, evolved into an internationally active group of companies. Technical progress, entrepreneurial courage, and the ability to continually adapt to changing conditions have shaped the history of AKW (Amberger Kaolinwerke Eduard Kick GmbH & Co. KG) to this day.
This retrospective highlights the key events, key figures, and milestones of an extraordinary success story.
How does it feel to become part of a company whose products are found in countless everyday objects—yet hardly anyone is aware of them?
This question hung unspoken in the air as new employees of Amberger Kaolinwerke gathered for their information day. The goal: to gain a deeper understanding of our raw materials kaolin, quartz, and feldspar—and what they make possible.
During an informational visit, Bavaria’s Minister of Finance and Home Affairs, Albert Füracker, gained insight into the current developments and strategic investments of Amberger Kaolinwerke.
