Summary
Fluidra, S.A., together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets accessories and machineries for swimming pools, irrigation, and water treatment and purification for private and public customers worldwide. The company manufactures and distributes various components required for the construction, renovation, improvement, and maintenance of residential and commercial pools; markets fluid handling products and pool materials; and provides financial advisory services in the acquisition of shares. It also engages in the design, distribution, installation, and project management of fountains and ponds; marketing of pool materials; marketing of pool, water treatment, and irrigation products; export and import of various types of swimming-pool products; manufacture and distribution of plastic materials and plastic injection molds, as well as plastic parts for valves; manufacture and distribution of automatic pool covers; sale of bathroom equipment, plastic products, rubber products, and electronic products and metal materials, as well as the import and export of goods and technology; manufacture of chemical products and specialty products; and purchase and sale of sports and leisure equipment and related accessories. Fluidra, S.A. sells its products primarily under the Jandy, AstralPool, Polaris, Cepex, Zodiac, CTX Professional, and Gre brand names in approximately 47 countries. The company was formerly known as Aquaria de Inv. Corp., S.L. and changed its name to Fluidra, S.A. in September 2007. Fluidra, S.A. was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Sant Cugat del Vallés, Spain.
History
Fluidra was founded in 1969 in Barcelona, Spain by four families creating the first company Astral Construcciones Metálicas. Over the years, Fluidra has become an international company with nowadays around 7,000 employees working in production centres and sales offices located in more than 45 countries in Europe, North America, Australia, Asia and Africa.
Fluidra's executive president is Eloi Planes and the CEO is Bruce Brooks.The company went public on the Spanish stock exchange in 2007.In November 2017 Fluidra announced its merger with the Zodiac, which would be completed in July 2018.At the end of 2021, Fluidra's turnover reached 2.2 billion euros with an EBITDA margin of 25%.In March 2021 Fluidra was included in the IBEX 35.
Mission
To become the leading global provider of Next Generation pool, wellness, irrigation and pool safety technologies, allowing access to water, en plein aire, and in your own home, to be more sustainable and enjoyable for everyone.
Vision
We strive to become the most inspirational source of development and innovation in the pool, wellness, irrigation and pool safety industries, improving the quality of life of millions of pool owners, professionals and families around the world.
Key Team
Mr. Xavier Tintore Segura (Chief Financial & Transformation Officer)
Mr. Joseph E. Linguadoca (Global Operations Mang.)
Mr. Keith McQueen (Global Technology Mang.)
Ms. Cristina del Castillo García (Director of Investor & Shareholders Relations)
Ms. Clara Valera (Investor Relations & Bus. Devel. Director)
Mr. Nicolas Martinez Fernandez (Global Internal Audit & Compliance Mang.)
Ms. Bea Strebl (Head of Communications & External Relations)
Recognition and Awards
Fluidra has received numerous awards for its innovation, sustainability and ethical business practices, including the 'Global Corporate Green Award', the 'World Pool and Water Safety Marketing Award', 'Best Corporate Practices Award', and the 'Work Team of the Year Award'.
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