It all started in 1919, but first with the Beilken sailmaking workshop near Bremen. At that time, there were no printing techniques, but nevertheless with absolute precision and great passion. The company mainly made sails for peat barges. In the 1950s and 1960s, the company moved to Lemwerder near Bremen and switched to the manufacture of sports sails. Sailing became more popular and the company grew steadily to become one of the largest sailmakers in Europe.
A real family business: In our article you can find out more about our sailmaking DNA (and how Beilken sails have contributed to great sporting successes).
In the 1990s, digital printing became increasingly important. Berend Beilken recognized the potential and founded the company Procedes. This opened up completely new possibilities for us and we specialized in printing textiles for trade fairs, events and point-of-sale. And always with the following claim:
Our values
Products that can withstand anything - that is our claim. And our more than 100 years of experience with sails helps us to achieve this. How are fabrics processed, sewn and glued? How do we ensure that they not only withstand the world's oceans, but also hectic trade fair operations, stresses and strains at the POS and the demands of interior design?
We know all that. But we don't stop there. We want to inspire people and create a beautiful moment - let a brand shine in the room.
Our companies in the Procedes Group
But the Procedes Group is more than just Procedes itself. We don’t want our printing machines running at full speed only during major trade show seasons – we aim for year-round productivity. And let’s be honest: why should high-quality textile prints be reserved only for trade fairs and retail spaces? They work beautifully in interior settings too. That’s why procedes i-d was founded in 2007 as a subsidiary of Procedes. The goal: to transfer our existing expertise into a new market and become active in the fields of interior and office design. This allows us to ensure a steady workload throughout the year and reduce our dependence on the trade fair industry. The quality standards, target audiences, customer approach, and specific requirements in this field are very different from those in the event and exhibition world – making this a particularly exciting venture for us. Especially because it’s not just about printing textiles, but about offering solutions with acoustic functionality, which brings an entirely new dimension into focus.
In 2020, the Cologne-based company viabild joined the Procedes Group - move to strengthen our position in a consolidating print market. viabild has always pursued a well-thought-out sustainability strategy, and thus fits perfectly into the Procedes Group, for all of whose members the design of sustainable processes is a key building block. Because this topic concerns everyone!
In the same year, the move to the USA also took place - Procedes LLC was founded in 2020. From the Chicago location, the American trade fair and event market is supplied with digital prints in Procedes quality at maximum speed.
Alexander Beilken
Managing Director | Procedes Group
A true family business: After more than 100 years in operation and three generations of the Beilken family in leadership, Alexander Beilken is now CEO. He leads with great passion, a strong attention to detail, and always stays close to the crew.
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Nils Götzel
Head of Commercial Management | Procedes Group
Our go-to person for all commercial matters of the Procedes Group – and not just because of his background in finance. In addition to his expertise in corporate strategy, Nils Götzel has also become a specialist in sustainability processes.
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Björn Beilken
Managing Director | procedes i-d
After gaining valuable experience on his journey away from home, Björn Beilken has now returned to the harbor of the family business. In sailing, Alexander and Björn have always been a top team – and now they are at Procedes as well. As Managing Director, Björn is responsible for the operations of procedes i-d.
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Christoph von Rohden
Head of Marketing | Procedes Group
Christoph von Rohden brings fresh momentum to the Procedes Group with his sharp mind and creative spirit. As Head of Marketing, he effortlessly juggles marketing strategies while also contributing extensive expertise in room acoustics and interior design.
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Ralph Minkus
Head of Sales | procedes i-d
With over 30 years of industry and market experience in the field of interior solutions, Ralph Minkus is our well-connected Head of Sales at procedes i-d. His recipe for success: the customer, their needs, and the development of tailored solutions always come first.
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Felix Laubmann
Managing Director | Procedes Group
He is our dedicated expert in the field of sales and sales management – with a clear focus on maintaining and optimizing customer relationships through our sales team. Based in southern Germany, he is closely connected to our regional clients and translates customer-focused strategies directly into operational practice.
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Jacek Treffler
Head of Technical Fabrication | Procedes
No challenge is too big. Jacek Treffler is a true expert in textile finishing: his deep knowledge of materials, the latest techniques, and processing methods ensures that specific requirements are met with optimal solutions – always in Procedes quality.
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Markus Plath
Head of Project Management | Procedes
You could also call him the one pulling the strings behind the scenes … Markus Plath is a seasoned project manager with years of experience and countless trade fair and event projects under his belt. As Head of Project Management, he makes sure that customers around the world can bring their brand experiences to life – always in line with the high standards of Procedes quality.
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Alexander Jost
Managing Director | viabild
After many successful years in sales at Procedes, Alexander Jost has now taken on a new role as Managing Director at viabild in Cologne. He now brings his expertise to the table in a different capacity. His leadership skills, industry knowledge, and instinctive understanding of customer needs make him a true ambassador of the Procedes Group.
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Jan Fissenewert
Operations Manager | Procedes & procedes i-d
With a focus on efficiency and quality control, our Operations Manager oversees the production process at the Lemwerder site, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Also on Jan’s agenda: the continuous improvement of workflows, cost management, and the implementation of strategic measures to enhance overall performance.
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Siegfried Kordus
Account-Manager | viabild
A true viabild veteran with impressive skills in maintaining and strengthening customer relationships. Thanks to his strategic approach and deep understanding of client needs, he consistently ensures top-tier project support – always with a keen eye on sustainability.
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Jens Sauter
Marketing & Prepress | Procedes Group
With his strong sense for design, media production, and IT, Jens Sauter is a valuable asset to the Procedes Group’s marketing team. As a prepress expert, he combines creative ideas with professional execution to communicate our messages and deliver visual content that hits the mark.
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Maik Raute
Managing Director & Co-Founder | Procedes LLC
Maik Raute brings a wealth of industry experience and a passion for branded spaces that has grown over decades. His career in the digital printing sector began at Procedes in Lemwerder and, after various stages along the way, eventually took him to Chicago. A perfect match – when the idea to found Procedes LLC in the US began to take shape. For Maik, it means going back to his Procedes roots – but this time on the other side of the Atlantic.
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