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Case Study:

A hidden champion at home in the world

Customer

BHS Sonthofen GmbH

With its innovative spirit, the medium-sized company BHS–Sonthofen is already shaping the future of process engineering on an international scale. The relaunch of its website now showcases this “hidden champion’s” innovative strength, global presence, and personalized consulting services in the digital realm as well, positioning BHS–Sonthofen as a reliable partner and leading provider.



BHS-Sonthofen is a global process engineering leader serving diverse industries. With 600 employees, and 400+ years of experience, it combines international expertise with a forward-looking mindset.

A hidden champion at home in the world
A hidden champion at home in the world
Solution Partner
port-neo
Industry
Products Used

Customer Key Facts

145

Turnover in Mio. EUR

600

Number of Employees

4 Production sites

A hidden champion at home in the world

Challenge

Complex requirements for a diverse target audience

The requirements for the new website are multifaceted and demand a carefully balanced and strategic approach. On one hand, there is the challenge of combining strong regional relevance with a clear and compelling international focus that appeals to diverse audiences. At the same time, the extensive product portfolio calls for well-structured categorization and intuitive user guidance to ensure clarity and ease of use. In addition, existing systems must be seamlessly integrated without compromising usability or performance. Altogether, this creates a complex task that requires a thoughtful, user-centered and future-proof solution.

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A hidden champion at home in the world

“Working closely together with port-neo, we have created a website that clearly presents our broad range of services, caters to our diverse global audience, and at the same time opens the door to the world even wider for us. We look forward to continuing to strengthen and expand our online presence in the future.”

Director Marketing & Communication BHS Sonthofen

A hidden champion at home in the world

Solution

Guided navigation through the extensive portfolio

Instead of concentrating purely on product-driven messaging, the refreshed B2B branding puts user needs front and center. Thoughtfully designed icons, intuitive navigation, and clearly defined CTAs lead visitors seamlessly across multilingual pages toward the solution areas most relevant to them. The outcome is a highly user-friendly experience, combining clarity with a modern, responsive interface that leaves a lasting impression. Striking imagery of local large-scale factories reinforces the company’s regional heritage, while carefully selected video snippets showcase BHS-Sonthofen’s strong position and competitiveness on an international stage.

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A hidden champion at home in the world

Results

Enhanced User Experience and Stronger Brand Perception

After implementation, the B2B experience became significantly more user-centric, with visitors able to navigate multilingual content more intuitively and reach relevant solution areas faster. Clear structures, guided interactions, and defined calls to action improved overall usability and orientation across the site.The modern, responsive design enhanced first impressions and engagement, while visual elements strengthened brand perception. High-quality imagery reinforced regional credibility, and curated video content supported the company’s international positioning, resulting in a more coherent and compelling digital presence.

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