The Group
EXEL Industries, an international family-owned Group
Innovation, sustainable and profitable growth and international development are the bedrock of the Group’s development. A leader in agricultural and industrial spraying with an undeniable international presence and know-how, EXEL Industries was built in Europe by consolidating its SMEs, all of which were highly innovative in their own markets. The Group strives to maintain and protect the expertise and DNA of each of its companies, developing an in-depth knowledge of its markets and customers through a strong local presence, flexibility and the ability to respond quickly to events and needs.
The Group’s primary growth drivers are international, and EXEL Industries is committed to developing its innovation strategy and sustainable growth policy with the goal of becoming a leader on all continents. EXEL Industries Group was founded on strong values that highlight the human touch, and the Group will continue to develop in line with these values.
EXEL Industries in figures
1952
DATE OF CREATION OF TECNOMA,
LATER RENAMED EXEL INDUSTRIES
1997
DATE OF STOCK EXCHANGE
LISTING
81%
SALES GENERATED
OUTSIDE FRANCE
Top 5
OF MID-SIZED COMPANIES FILING PATENTS IN FRANCE (2023 RANKING)
EXEL Industries worldwide
EXEL Industries is a broad international federation of independent companies spanning over 20 industrial sites worldwide (including France, UK, the Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, Romania, USA and Australia). 80% of its sales are generated outside France.
2022–2023 Annual Report
Explore the brand new EXEL Industries’ Annual report:
- Insights into the Group’s outlook and challenges ahead
- CSR strategy and the initiatives rolled out across all activities
- Highlights of the various global markets wherever EXEL Industries operates
Governance
EXEL Industries’ governance is carried out by a Board of Directors composed of 8 members, including 3 independent directors. The Board of Directors sets the company’s business strategies, ensures their implementation, and, in this capacity, conducts the checks and audits it deems appropriate.
A family group since 1952
In 1946, Vincent Ballu, father of Patrick Ballu, current Chairman of the Board of Directors, invented, developed and built the prototype of the first “high-clearance tractor” for use in the vineyards of the famous Champagne producer Moët et Chandon. In 1947, this achievement won him first prize from the Association Viticole Champenoise and marked the beginning of automation for winegrowing in Champagne and subsequently all narrow vineyards.
Our activities
Agricultural equipment
The agricultural equipment division manufactures and markets agricultural spraying solutions via a number of strong brands, as well as sugar beet harvesting and loading machinery supplied by leading manufacturer Holmer.
Industry
Through Sames, the EXEL Industries Group supplies industrial solutions for increasing productivity and improving quality while reducing product consumption and production costs. The offer is supplemented by a wide range of technical hoses from Tricoflex.
Leisure
Through its brands, EXEL Industries is one of the leaders in the consumer watering and plant protection market. EXEL Industries’ marine brands, Rhéa-Marine, Tofinou and Wauquiez, thrive on demand for boats that combine tradition and modernity.
Careers
EXEL Industries is an innovative family-owned group that provides a wealth of career opportunities in France and abroad.