{"id":51,"date":"2025-01-16T07:25:21","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T07:25:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:8080\/?page_id=51"},"modified":"2025-09-03T15:48:15","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T15:48:15","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gzmedia.com\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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We pressed our first vinyl record in our home town Lod\u011bnice in the Czech Republic back in 1951. Since then, we\u2019ve come a long way\u2014growing into one of the leading brands in the music industry. Today, GZ is the world\u2019s largest producer of vinyl records. We\u2019ve already pressed over 800 million records\u2014for music icons, rising artists, and indie bands alike. But we don\u2019t stop at music. We also specialize on high-end printing and premium packaging solutions for various brands across industries.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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At GZ, we blend traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, innovations and automated production. To be even closer to our customers, we\u2019ve expanded to the USA, Canada, and France. This step isn\u2019t just about business\u2014it\u2019s also part of our sustainability commitment. But what truly sets us apart? Our people. Talented, passionate professionals with deep knowledge, expertise, fresh ideas, and a love for music and packaging.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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„The success of GZ is driven by our talented employees, who share a deep passion for music and printing. They have always been\u2014and always will be\u2014the foundation of our company.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, we remain committed to what we do best: giving shape and sound to the emotions of our customers. At the same time, we are dedicated to building a more sustainable and prosperous future.“<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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„Innovation, competitiveness, and talented people have always been at the centre of our vision for a successful future. We work hard and constantly seek new ways to exceed our customers‘ expectations in both the music and print and packaging industries.<\/p>\n

At the same time, we are committed to finding more sustainable ways to source materials and manufacture our products while reducing our carbon footprint and minimizing our impact on the environment. And we do it all without compromising on delivering exceptional products and services to customers around the world.“<\/p>\n

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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER<\/p><\/blockquote>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Passionate People <\/h2>\n
\n We are a company with a family-like atmosphere, where people are close to each other. That\u2019s why we often and lovingly refer to our company as „Gramofonka“. So we truly love what we do. We also take great pride in our home and region. The character of Lod\u011bnice and the Beroun region, along with many generations of employees and local people, have shaped our values, who we are, how we do things, and what we stand for. <\/div>\n \n Learn more <\/svg> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n
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\n Sustainability is a crucial aspect that influences every part of our business. It\u2019s a complex field, often without clear-cut answers on what is more or less sustainable. <\/p>\n \n

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Sustainability at GZ is driven across the company, engaging all relevant functions. We address all aspects of ESG (environmental, social, and governance) to cover the entire value chain, from sourcing conditions to the end-of-life of our products.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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We aim to base all sustainability-related decisions and claims on hard data and expert opinions, avoiding greenwashing and focusing on actions that create a real, significant positive impact.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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We are committed to transparency with our customers and stakeholders. We avoid labeling our products as ‚green‘ or ‚sustainable‘ without context. Sustainability is always considered alongside quality and price, enabling informed decision-making.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Calculating CO2 Footprint <\/h3>\n \n

\n We are currently calculating the CO2 footprint of GZ Media across all three scopes according to the GHG Protocol. This data will help us better understand where our biggest impact is and what actions we can take. We expect to have the results by mid-2025. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n We have opened a continuous dialogue with our customers, suppliers, and co-workers, seeking ideas and synergies on how to make our business\u2014and vinyl record production in general\u2014more sustainable. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n LCA of a Vinyl Record <\/h3>\n

\n We have conducted the industry's first Life Cycle Assessment of a vinyl record, along with scenarios for reducing its environmental impact. <\/p>\n \n Read more <\/svg> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Alternatives to Virgin PVC Records <\/h3>\n

\n We offer vinyl records pressed from 100% recycled PVC or bio-attributed compounds as substitutes for regular fossil-based compounds. <\/p>\n \n Read more <\/svg> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n We continuously reuse most waste materials from our production, such as NOK records and flashes, to minimize the use of new virgin materials and reduce waste production, without compromising on quality. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n We\u2019ve set up a charity fund called GRAMOFOND to support technical education and local communities. We also help people in need, particularly current or former employees facing struggles or difficult life situations. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Our customers place high demands on us regarding the environmental and social conditions of our production. Among our certifications, we hold the Sony Green Partner Certificate, an EcoVadis rating, and undergo international SMETA audits. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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\n Comments on our current activities or ideas on what we could do in this area? Get in touch\u2014we appreciate your feedback. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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