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As part of the Group’s growth strategy, Rubix has acquired fluid power specialist Somi. Founded in 1977 and located in Bolzano, north-east Italy, Somi is a well-regarded distributor of fluid power and flow components including hoses and fittings, and hydraulic and pneumatic products. The business also delivers a range of complementary services including hose cutting …

Having achieved gold for the first time in 2022, Rubix maintains the rating for the third year in a row. We’re delighted to announce that we have retained our EcoVadis gold medal with a score of 78, up seven points on last year. This places us in the top five per cent of companies rated …

Covering the 2023 financial year, our latest report sets out our progress on environmental, social and governance (ESG) topics, and reconfirms our commitment to supporting Europe’s green industrial transition. The report sets out our ESG progress in three key areas: supporting customers; enhancing our own operations and engaging our people; and working with suppliers. There …

Peter brings extensive commercial experience from a range of European portfolio companies. Following a comprehensive external search, Peter Bancroft is appointed Group Chief Transformation Officer. He will sit on the Group Management Committee, reporting directly to Group CEO Franck Voisin, and will be responsible for delivering Group-wide commercial initiatives including sales force effectiveness. Commenting on …

Latest promotion to the management committee demonstrates depth of talent across the Group After five years in leadership roles across markets and functions, Maarten Bode is appointed CEO of Rubix Germany, Austria and Switzerland (DACH). He will join the management committee, reporting to Group CEO Franck Voisin. Joining Rubix from Bain in 2018, where he …

A CDP score is a snapshot of a company’s performance on environmental action. We’re delighted to announce the latest milestone in our ESG (environmental, social and governance) effort with a CDP score that has improved from ‘C’ in 2022 to ‘B’ in 2023. This places Rubix ahead of both the global average score and the …

Having achieved gold for the first time in 2022, Rubix maintains the rating for a second year. We’re delighted to announce that we have retained our EcoVadis gold medal with a score of 71. EcoVadis ratings are used widely by European manufacturers when assessing suppliers for new contracts and renewals. Our score places us in …

Alexandre Labasse has been CFO of Rubix France for the past five years Following the promotion of Franck Voisin to Rubix Group CEO, Alexandre Labasse is appointed CEO Rubix France, effective immediately. For the past five years Alexandre has been CFO of the French business. Over that period, he played an instrumental role in delivering …

Franck Voisin appointed Group CEO; Katy Phillips appointed Group CFO Effective 1 October 2023, Franck Voisin, previously CEO Rubix France, is appointed Group CEO and Katy Phillips, previously Group Financial Controller, is appointed Group CFO. Both Franck and Katy will join the board at that time. Martin Thomsen and Andrew Silverbeck, previously Group CEO and …

As part of the Group’s network development strategy, Rubix recently acquired the trade and assets of Vökvatengi ehf, an Icelandic fluid power distributor, and Klijn Machines en Gereedschappen BV, a Dutch TGM supplier. Vökvatengi is a regional Icelandic distributor of fluid power and MRO products serving the Reykjanesbær area. Founded in 1985, Vökvatengi offers a …

As part of the Group’s growth strategy, Rubix has acquired Tar Csavar-Csapágykereskedelmi és Szolgáltató Kft. – a leading specialist distributor of tools and general maintenance (TGM) products in Hungary. Founded by the Tar family in 1992, the business has developed to become a leading TGM distributor in Hungary. In 2007 the company expanded its presence …

We are delighted to announce the publication of our 2023 environmental, social and governance (ESG) report, highlighting the progress we have made towards our ESG objectives, including the development of  science-based climate targets. In this, our third annual ESG Report, we are proud to highlight the strides we have taken to accelerate Europe’s green industrial …

We are pleased to have signed a letter of intent with Siemens Low Voltage Motors for a pan-European agreement. The motors are fully customisable and come with service and support packages, while advice and installation is available from Rubix’s network of technical experts. As set out in the recent Rubix white paper ‘Quick wins to …

Rubix UK has acquired Gapp Automation Ltd, a specialist technical distributor of motion, control and automation (MCA) solutions, as part of the Group’s network development strategy. Established in 2008, Gapp is a leading supplier of automation and drives solutions to the UK and Irish markets. The business focuses on machine controls, visualisation, electrical drives, linear …

As part of the Group’s growth strategy, Rubix has acquired specialist TGM distributor Madriferr. Founded in 1992 by Oscar Madrid, Madriferr is a specialist supplier of tools and general maintenance products in the Madrid area. The business has 65 employees working across two locations and generates sales of more than €15m per year. Madriferr has …

Industrial motor-driven systems – including compressors, pumps and fans – are typically only around 36% efficient. With the right interventions, they can be optimised to hit 72%. This cuts energy waste, reduces cost and limits emissions. At a time when the energy crisis threatens to slow – or even reverse – progress on environmental and …

As Europe’s leading distributor of industrial products and services, Rubix has both an opportunity and a responsibility to support the green transformation of industry. The new sustainability mark will make it easier for customers to identify the services that will have a positive impact on their efforts to achieve environmental objectives. It is a tangible …

As part of the Group’s growth strategy, Rubix has acquired SCR Tools, which includes a majority stake in tooling services provider S.A.I.FRA International. Founded in 1999 and located in Brescia, with a branch in Bergamo, SCR is an established distributor of cutting tools and associated products and services. The business holds a majority stake in …

We’re delighted to announce the we have been ranked ‘gold’ by EcoVadis for the first time. Our score of 71 is up seven points on 2021. EcoVadis ratings are used widely by European manufacturers when assessing suppliers for new contracts and renewals. Our score places us in the top two per cent of companies rated …

He joined Rubix in 2019 as COO for the UK, Ireland and Iceland (UKII). Following three years as COO, Vince McGurk has been appointed CEO for Rubix UKII. He will report directly to Group CEO Martin Thomsen and sit on the Group management committee. With extensive experience in the manufacturing and logistics sectors, he started …

He joined on 4 July 2022 from Applied Industrial Technologies Lee reports to Group CEO Martin Thomsen with responsibility for delivering incremental digital sales growth in support of the Group’s approach of Digital with a Human TouchTM. He sits on both the Group executive board and the Group management committee. A deep industrial distribution specialist, …

As part of the Group’s growth strategy, Rubix has acquired ADL, holding company of Lima Adhesifs – a leading French distributor of adhesive tape solutions. Lima is a well-known highly-technical, service-led business specialising in the customisation and distribution of adhesive tapes. The product offer includes functional, eco-friendly, masking and packaging tapes while services include cutting, …

As part of the Group’s growth strategy, Rubix has acquired Procomin – the holding company of the Vermeire group of companies – one of Belgium’s leading distributors of power transmission solutions. A family business founded in 1946, headquartered in Verviers with a subsidiary in Gent, and currently managed by the third generation, Vermeire also includes …

As part of the Group’s growth strategy, Rubix has acquired compressed air specialist Holding Europeo de Compressores (HEC). The acquisition brings a new specialism to our customers in Spain while complementing our existing services offer in the flow category. HEC has a strong track record of reducing costs and carbon emissions for its customers, supporting …

As part of the Group’s growth strategy, Rubix has completed the acquisition of Verkfærasalan (VFS) – a leading Icelandic distributor of hand and power tools. VFS generated sales of approximately €11m for the year ending 31 December 2021, operating from three main sites in Reykjavik, Hafnarfjördur and Akureyri. The business sells to a wide range …

Rubix has acquired West Country Tool Co. Ltd (WCT), a leading independent specialist distributor of cutting tools, as part of the Group’s network development strategy. Established in 1974, WCT is a leading value-added supplier of cutting tools and related products across the south of England. The business focuses on indexable carbide tooling and the provision …

As part of the Group’s network development strategy, Rubix continues to extend its engineering, motion control and automation services offer in the UK with the acquisition of Leicester-based KJN Automation Limited (KJN). Established in 1997, KJN is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of aluminium profile and associated products and accessories. KJN’s workshop in Leicester …

As part of the Group’s network development strategy, Rubix has acquired SEALL s.r.o. – a leading supplier of hydraulic and pneumatic solutions and services. SEALL was founded in 1991 by Jiri Pavlu, Jiri Zdimal and Miroslav Gallo. The business has developed to become a leading domestic distributor and services provider focused on hydraulics and pneumatics, …

As part of the Group’s network development strategy, Rubix has acquired Parma-headquartered Casa del Cuscinetto Petean S.p.A. to strengthen its presence in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy. Founded in 1950, the business is a specialist distributor of power transmission products including bearings, linear and pneumatic components, belts and chains, conveyor components and plastics, gearboxes …

Currently CFO of Rubix in Italy, Tiziano’s appointment is effective 1 January 2022. He will report directly to Group CEO Martin Thomsen and join the Group management committee. Tiziano replaces Marco Minetti who will remain with Rubix, reporting to Tiziano. Marco will have responsibility for the further integration and growth of the Italian businesses that …

As part of the Group’s network development strategy, Rubix has acquired Test Systemy Uszczelniające sp. z o.o. (Test) – a leading supplier of specialist seals and hydraulic repair services. Based in Czestochowa, Test provides regeneration and repair services of hydraulic cylinders and supplies hydraulic seals, including in-house customised solutions. The business extends Rubix’s regional capabilities …

Rubix has completed the acquisition of Technidis, a regional market-leading distributor of tools and general maintenance products and services in a key industrial area. With 140 employees generating sales of approximately €30m per year from seven branches, the business also adds expertise in welding, PPE and lifting to the existing Rubix offer in the Nantes …

Automotive sector giant Michelin has named Rubix as one of its suppliers of the year for 2021. The awards recognise the ‘excellent performance and strong commitment of a few selected suppliers’. In total, only nine suppliers worldwide receive the prestigious award. In particular, Hélène Paul, Chief Procurement Officer, commented on the Rubix team’s “excellent performance …

Rubix continues to extend its engineering services offer in the UK with the acquisition of Midlands-based Deritend. With sales of more than €12m, Deritend is one of the UK’s longest established and leading providers of engineering repair and replacement solutions, covering a range of specialist product areas including electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, electronic controls and …

With a score of 64 points, up from 56 last year, we are in the 90th percentile for our sector and retain our silver medal. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices are integral to our business model and strategic growth priorities. As Europe’s leading distributor of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) products and services, we …

Rubix has acquired Bedu Pompen – a specialist supplier of (liquid) pumps to industries in the Benelux region – as part of the Group’s network development strategy. Founded in 1981, Bedu Pompen is a leading distributor of industrial (liquid) pumps with a broad product portfolio and a particularly strong presence in the industrial, chemical, food …

Rubix has acquired CompCare Compressed Air Ltd – a specialist in optimising compressed air systems – as part of the Group’s network development strategy. Based in Shropshire with a team of experts bringing over 70 years’ combined experience, CompCare’s focus is on extending the life and improving the efficiency of compressed air systems so that …

Rubix has acquired Oleodinamica & Pneumatica Srl (O&P) through its Italian subsidiary, Fluidmec, as part of the Group’s network development strategy. Based in the Cremona region, O&P is a distributor of hydraulic (including hose and hose assemblies) and pneumatic products. The business extends Fluidmec’s presence in the region and O&P’s customers will benefit from the …

As part of the Group’s network development strategy, Rubix has acquired Hafner Pomagier – Trzebuchowscy sp. z o.o (HR Hafner) – a leading supplier of pneumatics and full-line compressed air systems and associated services. HR Hafner was founded in 1991 by the Pomagier and Trzebuchowscy families. The business has developed from a distributor of pneumatic …

Rubix has acquired Casa das Correias – a distributor of power transmission products – as part of the Group’s network development strategy. Casa das Correias is based in Leiria, Portugal and will allow Rubix to expand its presence in Iberia in order to better serve Rubix key account customers in the region. With 7 employees …

Rubix has completed the acquisition of Technisch Bureau Magema B.V. Founded in 1982, Magema distributes general maintenance products including tools, consumables, machines and personal protective equipment, as well as warehouse fittings, from renowned brands to key accounts in the Benelux market. In addition, the business provides a wide range of value-added services including bespoke foam …

As part of the Group’s network development strategy, Rubix has completed the acquisition of FIPA, a distributor of industrial supplies including personal protective equipment and a supplier of hydraulic hose assemblies. Founded in 1994 and based in the Ain département, FIPA employs 12 people and generates nearly €5m in annual sales. FIPA became a member …

Signed in April, Rubix has now completed the acquisition of Escudier – a leading French distributor of sealing solutions – in line with the Group’s network development strategy. Escudier was founded in 1948 in Lyon and is managed by 4th generation family owner Yves-Olivier Soulier who will leave the business following a period of transition …

In line with the Group’s network development strategy, Rubix has acquired PPE distributor Nova Modet and – through a separate transaction – is now the majority shareholder of flow specialist Uniseals. Originally founded in 1988, Nova Modet provides PPE (mostly gloves, workwear, respiratory and head-view protections and shoes) to a wide range of customers, including …

Rubix Spain has acquired Suministros Navarro to strengthen its position across the Levante region, in line with the Group’s network development strategy. Originally founded in 1960, Suministros Navarro provides tools and pneumatics, hydraulics and power transmission products and services to a wide range of customers in the area. With 28 employees working from a single …

We have acquired Société Lyonnaise de Robinetterie (Solyro), one of the leading independent suppliers of industrial valve solutions and associated products in France. The company also provides complementary services such as valve and actuator assembly and instrumentation calibration. Founded 43 years ago and based in Lyon, Solyro has built its reputation on strong technical expertise …

Rubix Poland has acquired PePe sp. z o. o. – a renowned supplier of specialist flow products in Poland – as part of the Group’s network development strategy. PePe’s focus on stainless steel solutions used primarily in the food and processing industries will expand our capabilities in the segment across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). …

Rubix UK has acquired Knowlton & Newman Ltd – a specialist provider of electro-mechanical repair services to industries across the south of England – as part of the Group’s network development strategy. Knowlton & Newman specialises in the repair and replacement of electric motors, pumps and gearboxes all supported by a ‘round the clock’ 24/7/365 …

Rubix UK has acquired Matara – a specialist supplier of industrial automation products to UK industry – as part of the Group’s network development strategy. Matara’s focus on linear automation components provides Rubix UK with a significantly expanded footprint in the mechatronics market. Operating out of its purpose-built headquarters in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, Matara was founded …

Rubix Benelux has acquired Rotterdam-based Geeve Hydraulics, establishing a strong hydraulics offer for Rubix across the region. Geeve is a leading independent hydraulics business and one of Parker’s chosen hydraulics specialists in The Netherlands. Founded in 1996, Geeve distributes hydraulic hoses and components and provides a range of associated services including assembly, certification and repair. …

We continue to do everything we can to ensure that the risk of coronavirus is closely monitored and carefully managed. As with many businesses, our work on this started in March. You can read more about how we managed our business through the first wave here. As restrictions become tighter across Europe, with many markets …

Published today (Sunday 5 July), the annual Sunday Times HSBC Top Track 100 league table ranks Britain’s 100 private companies with the biggest sales. Rubix is ranked 28th with sales of €2.4bn in 2019, an increase of six per cent year-on-year. Group CEO Martin Thomsen, said: “Having launched the Rubix brand in June 2018, we …

Rubix is pleased to announce the purchase of Geartech in line with the Group’s network development strategy. Geartech is a specialist distributor of gearboxes, transmissions and electrical motors and is rated as a “BEST” distributor by Bonfiglioli in Norway. This transaction strengthens Rubix’s position in the Norwegian power transmission market. Geartech was founded in 1996 …

Coronavirus has driven demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) to unprecedented levels. With supply chains under pressure, healthcare services across Europe have not been able to access essential PPE through the usual channels. We recognise and celebrate the exceptional effort and personal sacrifices of healthcare workers across Europe, and we are pleased that we can …

On 30 April, Rubix Germany completed the acquisition of Walter Gondrom GmbH & Co. KG, based in Cologne, and the affiliated companies of the Gondrom Group. We announced that we had signed a preliminary agreement to acquire the business on 3 March. The acquisition is in line with the Group’s M&A strategy and develops our …

Rubix is helping the VentilatorChallengeUK consortium to build 15,000 ventilators for the NHS. The consortium was having an issue sourcing a special grease required to assemble the ventilators. Without this particular grease, there was a risk that production of these vital machines would be delayed. Rubix UK was called in to solve the problem. Having …

Our customer, part of the VentilatorChallengeUK consortium, is producing 5,000 medical ventilators by the end of May, and another 8,000 by the end of June. The first ventilator came off the production line on Monday 27 April. Rubix UK supported the consortium across four production lines and two sites, ensuring the necessary consumables were in …

We have taken steps to ensure that the risk of coronavirus is closely monitored and carefully managed. This includes securing availability with our suppliers and identifying alternative sourcing options, in case they are required. As you would expect, we are working hard to reduce the risk of infection for our colleagues and the people we …

Within just 24 hours we designed a solution to produce critical components for ventilators and manufactured the bespoke cutting tool inserts. The UK’s national health service has asked manufacturing businesses to help meet the urgent demand for ventilators. Precision engineering business Nasmyth Group called Matrix (acquired in December 2018) on Monday morning – 30 March …

Rubix Italy has completed the purchase of Barlotti, in line with the Group’s network development strategy. Barlotti is an industrial distribution business specialised in mechanical power transmission and focussed on the food and packaging sectors. Founded in 1981, the business is located in Bologna, at the heart of the Emilia-Romagna region, the most important area …

Rubix Germany has reached a preliminary agreement to acquire Walter Gondrom GmbH & Co. KG, based in Cologne, and the affiliated companies of the Gondrom Group. The acquisition is part of Rubix’s M&A strategy. It is subject to the approval of the relevant anti-trust authorities and is expected to complete in April 2020. Gondrom is …

With the addition of two branches, Rubix Spain has enhanced its product and service offering across the country. The transactions are in line with the Group’s network development strategy. Motronic Service Sabadell, S.A specialises in the supply, maintenance and condition monitoring of industrial motors and drives. The business also offers a range of automation solutions, …

Rubix Spain has completed the simultaneous acquisitions of Stop Fluid S.L. and Desarrollos Hidráulicos SF S.L (DHSF), in line with the Group’s network development strategy. Stop Fluid is a specialist distributor of flow equipment (valves, seals, pumps, pipe clamps and thermal utility products) serving water and industrial customers. Stop Fluid also provides a wide range …

Rubix Ireland has acquired RGR Ltd – a specialist supplier of industrial adhesives and abrasives – as part of the Group’s network development strategy. RGR has over 30 years’ experience and reported sales of €4.5m in 2018. RGR’s location and expertise make it an excellent fit with the current operations of Rubix Ireland and will …

Rubix UK has completed the acquisition of specialist hydraulics services supplier, Hydra Engineering Services (Hydraflow Hydraulics), in line with the Group’s network development strategy. Hydraflow Hydraulics specialises in the repair and reconditioning of large cylinders and offers considerable expertise in MRO services. These services include on-site fault-finding and testing of hydraulic pumps, power pack refurbishment, …

Rubix Germany completed the acquisition of the Lerbs Group on 30 October 2019, extending its industry-leading product and service offering. The acquisition includes Lerbs GmbH and all associated companies. Headquartered in Bremen, the Lerbs Group is a full-service supplier of tools, personal & protective equipment, fastening and welding technology products, factory equipment and technical machine …

Founded in 1970, J. Le Corvaisier provides technical services in the areas of mechanical and fluid power transmission and mechatronics. The company also engineers, supplies and maintains related systems for its customers. It operates from three locations in Nancy, Metz and Strasbourg, and in 2003 strengthened its position in east France by acquiring HPE, which …

Rubix UK has completed the acquisition of Peter Campbell Sales Ltd. (PCS). PCS is a leading specialist supplier of metal cutting tools and offers bespoke manufactured solutions across Oil & Gas, Aerospace & Defence, Automotive and Precision Machining industries. Operating from two sites between Airdrie, Scotland, and North East England, PCS also manages around 70 …

Rubix Italy has completed the acquisitions of distribution business, DCF and EGA Tecnic, expanding its presence in north-east Italy. Both businesses specialise in distributing mechanical power transmission products and together they generate sales of €10m per year. Founded in 1970, DCF is a well-established distributor in the province of Verona. EGA Technic is a leading …

The acquisition builds on our existing regional presence and specialism in personal & protective equipment. Cañellas Protecció specialises in occupational risk prevention and has extensive experience of distributing into sectors including food and drink, chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Founded by current owner Albert Cañellas in 2012, it has a workforce of 15 people and an annual …

The acquisition, which is subject to the approval of the relevant antitrust authorities, will enable Rubix Germany to expand its product range across tools, factory equipment and personal & protective equipment (PPE) while increasing its regional expansion in Germany. The transaction is expected to complete in 2019 and includes all associated companies within the Lerbs …

Rubix Italy has completed the acquisition of Fluidmec SpA, a specialist distributor of industrial products covering pneumatics, hydraulics, automation, gaskets and lubrication. The business, based in Brescia, also offers consultancy in industrial plant engineering. Fluidmec’s 100 employees work across six branches in Lombardy. The business delivered over €34m in sales in 2018. Marco Minetti, CEO …

Rubix has completed the acquisition of Indis Partener, one of Romania’s most important distributors of process/flow products to large customers in the food and beverage, automotive and paper industries. Founded by Horatiu Vadan in 2003, Indis Partener is headquartered in Cluj-Napoca with subsidiaries in Timisoara and Bucharest. It has 32 employees and is the largest …

Legoueix is based in Gennevilliers, in the Paris region, and specialises in providing industrial products and services to customers in the water and energy sectors. The acquisition supports Rubix’s strategy to develop technical skills centres, providing access to industry expertise as well as a loyal customer base. Legoueix was founded over 150 years ago, has …

Rubix, Europe’s largest industrial distributor, has won a three-year contract with Owens Corning’s European businesses, covering eight countries. Under the agreement, Rubix has committed to help standardise the mechanical components used in Owens Corning’s plants, streamline sourcing processes, improve productivity and increase the efficiency of working capital. The countries covered by the contract are Belgium, …

We have completed the acquisitions of French companies Delta P and APE France. Together, these acquisitions represent our strategy to develop technical skills centers and are a great opportunity to bring value-added services to our customers, while strengthening our position in the market. They have combined revenues of almost €7m. Both will continue to operate …

IPH-Brammer is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Gaarn Thomsen as the new CEO of the IPH-Brammer Group, effective from 3 April 2018. Martin joins from ISS A/S, one of the world’s leading facilities services companies, where he has served as Group COO since 2016. ISS has more than 480,000 employees and activities in …