Three countries in three days: On February 6, 2026, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz embarked on his first trip to the Gulf region, with stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, to expand strategic partnerships and open up new economic prospects. Philipp Bayat, Chairman of the Executive Board of the BAUER Group, was part of the high-level economic delegation. BAUER was selected for its technological leadership, excellent quality standards, and innovative strength, including in the compression and processing of sustainable energy sources such as CNG, biogas, and hydrogen.

The success of this trip underscores the importance of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who actively seeks dialogue with the business community and takes current challenges seriously. Especially in geopolitically challenging times, personal dialogue and reliability create stability and open up new market opportunities for German companies. Highlights included meetings with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi Arabia, with the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates. The talks highlighted the region's strong focus on new technologies, sustainable energy, and industry.

BAUER has been regarded as a reliable technology partner in the Gulf region for many years. With breathing air compressors specified for 55 °C and state-of-the-art gas detection technology, BAUER protects human lives – in fire departments, oil and gas fields, on offshore platforms, and in defense units. Highly specialized container solutions and life-saving breathing air systems are also used in large-scale projects such as the Shah Gas Field or the Hail and Ghasha Gas Development under the most extreme climatic conditions. BAUER is thus the leading manufacturer in the region.

The trip underscores the close political and economic ties as well as the strong presence of German cutting-edge technology in the region. BAUER continues to position itself as a long-term, reliable partner for safe and sustainable energy solutions – “Made in Germany” and in use worldwide.