# Gamma Group business developments and awards

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gamma-group-business-developments-and-awards
> Updated: 2026-08-11T13:41:49.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The German Gamma Group, comprising brands STARFACE, estos, and Gamma, has announced upcoming industry activities and received industry recognition.

In August 2026, the group's companies were recognized in the connect professional ‘product of the year 2026’ reader poll. STARFACE earned second place in both Cloud Telephony and PBX systems categories, while estos ProCall took second place in the Collaboration category. Gamma Communications placed third in the Business Internet & Fixed Network category.

Looking ahead to September 2026, the group plans to host its first joint ‘Com. vention’ at Europa‑Park Rust. The event will feature the launch of STARFACE 11, which includes new functionalities, and the integration of Cisco’s Webex into the Gamma portfolio. The gathering will include workshops, a partner exhibition, and a keynote by Nicola Winter.

## Claims

- The connect professional readers selected winners for the 'product of the year 2026'. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Over 7,600 telecommunications experts voted in 17 categories. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- STARFACE Cloud Services won second place in the Cloud Telephony category. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- STARFACE Compact won second place in the PBX systems category. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- estos ProCall won second place in the Collaboration category. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Gamma Communications won third place in the Business Internet & Fixed Network category. (corroborated by 4 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-11: Gamma Group companies win four connect professional awards

German Gamma Group companies STARFACE, estos, and Gamma Communications won four awards in the connect professional 'product of the year 2026' reader poll.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gamma-group-companies-win-four-connect-professional-awards

### 2026-08-06: Gamma Group's Com. vention 2026 to showcase STARFACE 11 at Europa‑Park Rust

Gamma Group's Com. vention 2026 in Europa‑Park Rust (23‑24 Sep) will debut STARFACE 11, add Webex to its portfolio, and feature a keynote by fighter‑pilot Nicola Winter.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gamma-groups-com-vention-2026-to-showcase-starface-11-at-europapark-rust

---
Cite as: Gamma Group business developments and awards. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gamma-group-business-developments-and-awards