Hidral celebrates 50 years of history with a clear commitment to internationalization: 65% of its sales come from abroad

 

The company Hydral, based in Seville, has celebrated its 50 º aniversario with a commemorative event on November 27th. The event took place in the iconic space Villa Luisa and gathered more than 250 guests coming from the industrial, institutional, academic and business sectors, thus recognizing the trajectory and impact of the company in the sector.

 

The meeting not only reviewed the main historical milestones of the Andalusian firm, but also served to reaffirm their vision for the future centered on the specialization, diversification and global growth.

 

During the act, Florencio ChacarteguiThe CEO of Hidral highlighted the company's ability to evolve: "Hidral has known how to adapt to market changes Maintaining its industrial and family values. We are committed to customized solutions and products from High value addedand a level of technical service that allows us to compete globally in strategic segments.”

 

A tribute was paid to co-founder Florencio Chacartegui Vázquez, father of the current CEO, who started the company with Manuel Baliñas. The celebration was attended by key entities from the sector such as FEDEME, CESUR, FEPYMA, as well as international partners such as Hidral France e Hidral UK.

 

 

Hidral is studying future corporate operations in markets such as the United Kingdom and Belgium.

 

 

A Strategy for Sustainable Global Growth

 

At present, Hydral employs more than 300 professionals and works with an extensive network of more than 250 international clients (elevator installers, integrators, construction companies and public bodies).

 

From its production facilities in the Parsi and El Pino industrial parks in Seville, which together More than 28.000 m2The company manufactures annually More than $2.000$ units, including freight elevators, lifting platforms and special elevators up to $10.000kg$Its activity is structured around three main divisions: the lifting of people and loads (industrial nucleus), accessibility in built environments (through Acros by Hidral), and solutions for public transport (Hidral Gobel).

 

La international expantion It is the company's strategic pillar, enabling it to operate in More than 120 countriesAlthough its main market remains Europe, the company has developed a significant presence in Sub-Saharan Africa, Australia y New Zealand, and is preparing for a new phase of growth in India.

 

In 2023, the Seville-based firm strengthened its diversification strategy with the acquisition of the Dutch company Flexitec, an operation that has opened up new and solid opportunities in the market of Germany, . Furthermore, Hydral It is already studying future corporate operations in strategic markets such as United Kingdom and Belgium.

 

To conclude the event, Florencio Chacartegui declared: “Today we celebrate half a century of industrial history With our sights set on the future. Our commitment to the Innovation, service, and internationalization are stronger than ever.".

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