Stefan Messer accepted further awards for the company as part of an international innovation contest. Messer Europe was awarded in the category ‘Digital Innovation & Operations Management’ for its digital cylinder gas bundle MegaPack D. "Our winning project shows that innovation is an integral part of our company culture and is driven by our employees and strongly supported by collaboration and opening doors for new ideas," says Virginia Esly, COO Messer Europe. “Messer’s MegaPack D technology is providing our customers with an automated, safe and efficient gas supply.” The jury also acknowledged the digital fill level control and the option to access further services provided by Messer, such as the automatic reordering. "With MegaPack D, we offer an outstanding innovative solution for the European market, which is highly valued by our customers," Virginia Esly continues. Messer's digital cylinder gas bundles are used in a wide range of industrial applications in the automotive, manufacturing, electronics & semiconductor sector, as well as in the laboratory and food industry.

In the category ‘Most Impactful ESG Initiative’, Messer's project ‘Climate-friendly CO₂ production from natural sources using renewable energies in North Macedonia’ was additionally recognized as runner-up. CO₂ from a natural source, which would otherwise be released into the atmosphere, is captured, purified and liquefied and made available as a valuable resource. By utilizing renewable solar energy in the production process and on-site e-mobility, this project contributes to decarbonization. “This award recognizes the commitment and hard work of our highly dedicated team in North Macedonia. It is important for us at Messer to drive ESG projects in all our European countries, also in smaller geographies such as North Macedonia,” concludes Virginia Esly.