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Six decades powering critical infrastructure.

GN Technologies brings Gorlan’s 60+ year legacy of electrical leadership to South Africa — engineering reliability for the industries that move a nation.

60+
Years of expertise

From a single European switchgear workshop to a global group of specialist brands, Gorlan has powered mines, factories, railways and grids across more than 100 countries. GN Technologies is that legacy, delivered locally — robust solutions engineered for South Africa’s most demanding environments, from gold mines to automotive plants.

1960s

A legacy begins

Gorlan is founded in Europe, manufacturing electrical switchgear for industrial power networks.

1980s

Global expansion

The group grows across continents, building a portfolio of specialist brands in protection and distribution.

2000s

Renewable focus

Investment in smart-grid and renewable integration positions the group for the energy transition.

2020s

GN Technologies, South Africa

A dedicated local office brings world-class switchgear to South Africa’s mining, manufacturing and rail sectors.

What we stand for

Reliable. Industrial. Precise.

01

Reliability

Proven dependability across critical infrastructure for over six decades.

02

Precision

Engineering excellence in every panel, busbar and protection device.

03

Local presence

A South African team delivering global capability with on-the-ground support.

04

Innovation

Continuous investment in smart, connected and renewable-ready systems.

South Africa · OperationsGqeberha HQ · SADC region
Local Presence

Rooted in South Africa.

Headquartered in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), our team supports projects across the country and the broader SADC region — from the gold fields of Gauteng to the solar farms of the Northern Cape.

25 6th Avenue, Walmer, GqeberhaHQ
Regional support · SADCField
100+
Countries served
60
Years of expertise
1,200
Projects completed
5,000
Megawatts managed

Build the future with us.

Partner with GN Technologies to access world-class switchgear backed by six decades of engineering.