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AERA Sofa by GARANT Group

Succeeding Together in the European Furniture Market.

International purchasing expertise provides competitive advantages.

AERA Dining Table by GARANT Group

Succeeding Together in the European Furniture Market.

International purchasing expertise provides competitive advantages.

Modern white country-style kitchen

Succeeding Together in the European Furniture Market.

International purchasing expertise provides competitive advantages.

GARANT Group Kitchen Furniture

Succeeding Together in the European Furniture Market.

International purchasing expertise provides competitive advantages.

GARANT Group Kitchen Furniture

Succeeding Together in the European Furniture Market.

International purchasing expertise provides competitive advantages.

GARANT Group Bathrooms

Succeeding Together in the European Furniture Market.

International purchasing expertise provides competitive advantages.

GARANT Group Kitchen-Dining Room

Succeeding Together in the European Furniture Market.

International purchasing expertise provides competitive advantages.

The GARANT Group is an internationally active buying group in the home furnishings industry.

Our centralized international procurement management creates synergies and measurable added value for our partners in retail, trade and industry.

  • We empower our partners through specialized marketing concepts, product assortment strategies and tailor-made services.
  • We leverage German industry expertise to strengthen our partners’ international market position.
  • Our focus is on developing successful business models to support independent entrepreneurs in the long term.

Connected expertise. European reach.

The GARANT Group operates in five European markets: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands and Spain.

More than 2,500 owner-operated businesses in the home furnishings, kitchen, bedroom, and home technology sectors form a strong network of retail partners across Europe.

  • One market, many voices: Consolidated sales volumes provide better purchasing conditions and higher margins

  • Wide reach made easy: broad, international product ranges for retail partners; scaled market coverage for the industry
  • Faster implementation: Clear processes, reduced complexity and rapid availability boost efficiency

 

Connecting expertise across borders: Discover our European companies

GARANT Germany
GARANT Spain
GARANT Austria
GARANT Netherlands
GARANT Switzerland

A strong network with an efficient structure

The GARANT Group operates under the umbrella of GARANT Holding International S.A. Based in Luxembourg, the international group is ideally positioned to expand globally while remaining a true European player.

Organizational Chart of GARANT Holding International S.A.
Wall at GARANT Headquarters

Growth through experience – 70 years of success

With over 2,500 retail partners, the GARANT Group is one of the largest and fastest-growing marketing and purchasing networks in the furniture industry. Since entering international markets in 1987, the GARANT Group has successfully established itself in five European markets.

Thanks to its extensive network, long-standing relationships and the expertise gained over 70 years of company history, the GARANT Group offers ideal orgnisational and personnel resources for establishing new retail structures in European and international markets.

GARANT Headquarters from the outside

Milestones in our international development

Since 1956, we have come a long way:

  • 1956: The GARANT Group was founded in Germany by interior designer Josef Lauten
  • 2000: GARANT Holding becomes the new parent company of the GARANT Group
  • 2012: All international activities are now assigned to the newly founded GARANT Holding International S.A. in Luxembourg
  • In future, GARANT Holding will focus exclusively on the German market.

Our international
management team

Torsten Goldbecker
Torsten Goldbecker
CEO
Benjamin Pfeifer
Dr. Benjamin Pfeifer
CFO
Jeffry van de Vijver
Jeffry van de Vijver
Head of International Sales
Elfriede Röder
Elfriede Röder
Assistant to Management
Corinna Schumacher
Corinna Schumacher
Accounting and Administrative Assistant
Hans-Dieter Lauten

“Maintaining independence as an entrepreneur while benefiting from the advantages of a strong network—that has always been the principle behind GARANT. Our centralized procurement management creates synergies for our partners in industry and retail across national borders.”

Dipl.-Kfm. Hans-Dieter Lauten

Shareholder GARANT Holding International S.A.

Supervisory Board

Jan-Peter Karelse-1
Jan-Peter Karelse

Owner & Director, Schoonoord Retail BV

Long-standing member and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of GARANT

Reinhold Frieling-1
Reinhold Frieling 

Retired

Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board of GARANT

Debbie Klein-2
Debbie Klein

CEO of New York Pizza & Euro Pizza Products

Member of the Supervisory Board of GARANT since 2025

Mark Schröder-2
Mark Schröder 

CEO of Synaxon AG

Member of the Supervisory Board of GARANT since 2025

Untitled Design
Dr. Birger Gröblinghoff 

CEO of expert Gröblinghoff GmbH

Member of the Supervisory Board of GARANT since 2025

How can we help you? 

 

GARANT HOLDING INTERNATIONAL S.A.
Société anonyme

Company's registered address:

42, route de Trèves
L-6793 GREVENMACHER 

Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

Phone: +352 2674 5188 

Email: info@garant-group.lu

FAQ

What makes GARANT a strategic partner?

GARANT is more than just size - GARANT is reliability. A partnership that strengthens businesses today and provides security for tomorrow.

GARANT combines international reach with a deep understanding of local furniture markets. The partnership is based on trust, long-term commitment and strategic clarity.

What are the benefits of the GARANT network? 

The network pools purchasing power and expertise. This enables our members to succeed even in dynamic markets. Collective strength creates a real market advantage - and allows small and medium-sized businesses to compete on equal footing.

How does GARANT promote the growth and competitiveness of its members?

By pooling (purchasing) power with measurable impact, partners grow faster, more steadily and more sustainably. To achieve this, GARANT relies on clear product assortment strategies, specialized marketing concepts and tailored services that increase reach and visibility and sharpen the profile of our retail partners in the regional market.

How does GARANT support its members in their day-to-day business?

GARANT significantly reduces complexity. Entrepreneurs gain focus, freedom and operational security.

We develop successful business models and offer comprehensive services for all relevant areas of a business - from marketing to financing to training. This allows entrepreneurs to focus on their core business.

How flexible is the business model in terms of individual corporate strategies?

Flexibility is an integral part of our model. The model adapts to national markets and individual business strategies. This ensures relevance for both established players and growing companies.