Change of leadership in the family business

There comes a time when a family business hands over management to the second generation. At procurement specialist Line Up, the time has now come: the founders' sons Jan and Max Silanoglu are taking over the reins with immediate effect.

If you are looking for reliable manufacturers in Asia and want to utilise the procurement markets efficiently, you need a partner you can rely on one hundred percent. This is precisely the role that the procurement company Line Up, founded by Mustafa and Helga Silanoglu, has been fulfilling for over 30 years. With lean structures and its own subsidiary in China, Line Up not only offers its customers access to first-class production facilities, but also ensures considerable cost benefits - an added value that customers have always appreciated.

Under the leadership of the next generation, the premise still applies: ‘Even in the second generation, we never lose sight of what no technological innovation can replace: personal contact, customer proximity, loyalty, appreciation and respect as the timeless cornerstones of successful commercial relationships.’

On a growth path for over 30 years

It all began in 1992, when Mustafa and Helga Silanoglu founded the headquarters in Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. Through hard work, customer focus, determination and with the support of dedicated employees, a strong, successful and sustainable company has been built up, which is now entering a new era with the change in management.

It fills Mustafa Silanoglu with joy and pride that his sons Jan and Max are taking the helm with the succession plan: ‘The generational change continues the journey that began over 30 years ago with a borrowed typewriter and fax machine in the basement of our house. We have guided the company through many technological developments and challenges and I am sure that Jan and Max will successfully lead Line Up into the future with their knowledge and passion.’

Preserving tradition - driving innovation forward

For Max Silanoglu, the joint succession is a special honour: ‘Our parents have always inspired us with their pioneering spirit and innovative strength. We grew up with Line Up and know the company in all its facets.’

Jan also shares this enthusiasm: ‘We are lucky to be able to build on the solid foundations laid by our parents. At the same time, we have the freedom to explore new avenues in order to develop the company further. Our strength lies in combining the best of both worlds. That means preserving tradition and driving innovation at the same time.’

Max also feels great gratitude and pride at being able to carry on the tradition: ‘From an early age, my brother and I were characterised by our family business. We will continue our traditions and at the same time pave new paths to success.’

The two Managing Directors are well prepared to lead Line Up into the digital future, as Max continues: ‘Whether it's digitalisation, the increasing use of AI or the development of new procurement markets - we are looking forward to setting new milestones and keeping the company on a sustainable growth trajectory.’

Writing the next chapter with strong partners

Line Up has always been characterised by its customer proximity and, above all, long-term partnerships that are personally cultivated. We recently celebrated our 30th anniversary not only at our headquarters in Mönchengladbach, but also at our location in China by thanking our long-standing partners for their loyalty and successful cooperation.

On the occasion of the change in management, Mustafa emphasises this aspect once again: ‘We would like to thank all our partners and customers for their trust and hope that they will also place this trust in our sons. Without them, our success would hardly have been possible.’ And Jan adds: ‘I look forward to writing the next chapter together with our customers and partners.’

Starting a successful future together

With the generational change, Line Up is setting the course for a successful future. Jan and Max Silanoglu have big shoes to fill, but are well prepared to continue the family business with fresh ideas and a strong foundation. Traditions will be preserved, while new innovative paths will be taken to steer the company towards a promising future. The coming decades promise exciting developments - in line with the proven Line Up values.

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