Fluidra's News

Fluidra commits to responsible water use

The group developed their activity around 8 strategic axes which emphasised the commitment to efficient water use, protecting the environment and innovation in the search for more sustainable products.

Analysts initiate Coverage on Fluidra with the Recommendation to “Buy”

BBVA Research and Citigroup value the company’s growth potential.

Fluidra opens trading today

Fluidra's management demonstrated its confidence in the future of its titles on the Exchange and thanked all of their collaborators and employees for their efforts in successfully completing this next step in the natural progression of the group.

Aquaria strengthens its presence in the European irrigation market

The group has acquired the companies Irrigaronne, Master Riego and ATH in order to strengthen its division dedicated to water conduction and treatment.

The Aquaria’s ex - General Manager, Antonio Llastarri, passed away

He was one of the basic figures of the company and held important offices in the pool field.

Fluidra sets the price of the IPO at 6.50 euros per share

The total market value of shares for the company goes up to 732 million Euros.

Fluidra opens trading with an increase of 4.15% in the price of the offer

luidra closed its first session in the Spanish stock exchange at a price of 6.77 Euros per share, an increase of 4.15% in the price of the offer set at 6.50 Euros.

Aquaria is now called Fluidra

The decision to change the name of the product fits within the framework of the company’s imminent listing on the stock exchange and addresses the need of the group for clear differentiation within the water sector, with improved visibility and emphasis on the corporation’s flagship brand.

Fluidra achieved a turnover of 390.5 million euros in the first semester of the year which in comparable terms translates as a 20% increase compared with the same period in 2006.

Aquaria joins the United Nations Global Compact for sustainable development

The group’s participation involves implementing the 10 principles of action.

Wheelchair tennis is also part of the Count of Godó Tournament

Aquaria, along with the Fundació Catalana per a l’Esport, sponsored an exhibition match between two of the best handicapped players in Spain.

Banc Sabadell, Citi and Banco Santander exercise their subscription option regarding Fluidra’s stocks

The entities have used 38.1% of the “green shoe” option, which means a total of 1,866,836 shares

Aquaria brings the company IDEGIS into the group.

The new company offers water treatment solutions for swimming pools.

Fluidra names three independent Directors

The company prepares for its future listing on the stock exchange with the reorganisation of its Board of Directors...

Aquaria, prize winner as a corporate Marketing Leader

The jury appreciated the innovation, efficiency and creativity of the group’s marketing strategy.

Aquaria installs main pool in Melbourne at the 2007 FINA World Championships

The multinational company, through its holding AstralPool, installs the deepest suspended pool of the world in only 4 weeks.

Aquaria presents a new graphic identity.

The new logo signifies water and embodies technology, service and sustainability.

Aquaria names Antonio Rubió as the new Corporate Finance Manager

Aquaria has appointed Antonio Rubió as the multinational company’s new Corporate Finance Manager.

Fluidra acquires a share of French company SAS Pacific Industrie

The group reinforces its position as provider of saline electrolysis solutions.

Fluidra receives the Business Decision of the Year award

The group's emergence on the Exchange: the best strategic decision of 2007

Fluidra's Department of Finance a Finalist in the Professional Financial Manager of the Year Award

Third Edition of the Financial Excellence Awards, given by the Spanish Association of Financial Managers and Company Treasurers

The CNMV registers Fluidra's public invitation to bid prospectus

The National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) registered Fluidra's public invitation to bid prospectus today

Fluidra reaches 544.7 million Euros in sales as of September 2007

The third quarter results signify the consolidation of the Group’s position as a world leader

Fluidra's management is travelling through Europe and Asia on their tour of institutional presentations

The multinational group also presents the details of the public invitation to bid at the Barcelona Stock Exchange

Aquaria creates a strategic plan to incorporate Social Responsibility into its management model

The company explained its social project during the first CSR Conference organized by the Prevent Foundation and Aedipe.

Fluidra decides to apply for stock exchange listing

Today, Fluidra has agreed to request approval for the listing of its shares on the Spanish Stock Exchange

The Minister of Innovation, Universities and Enterprise visits Fluidra

Minister Huguet visited the Group’s automated logistics operator and the Metalast plants in Polinyà.

Fluidra wins First Prize for Innovation at the International Swimming Pool Exhibition

Waterlift, the aquatic lift designed to facilitate pool access, is the best valued product by the panel

Fluidra to advise large leisure parks in Spain about their aquatic facilities

Barcelona Aquarium, Marineland, Aqualand and Western Park to receive support from the multinational

Fluidra implements solutions to improve Catalonia’s aquifers

State-of-the-art facilities have been set up in the Baix Llobregat Wastewater Treatment Plant (Depurbaix) and in a textile company in Tordera; they purify water for its reuse

Fluidra collaborates in the design of smart and sustainable equipment at the Sala BCNDigital

A digital home created by La Salle as part of the Brasilia project

Fluidra opens a new branch in Belgium

The opening of this branch corresponds to the group’s strategy of bringing its distribution closer to the clients.

Fluidra celebrates its success at the “Forum Club de Empresas - Siglo XXI”

The event was held at the Sabadell Chamber of Commerce

Fluidra is a collaborating company for the Capital of Catalan Culture

Xavier Tudela, president of the Capital of Catalan Culture organisation, expressed his gratitude for the confidence that Fluidra has demonstrated in the cultural capital programme

Fluidra appoints Cori Pellicer as its Director of Investor and Shareholder Relations

The new director has a solid background in the world of finance in the banking sector and in listed companies

Fluidra takes part in the World Business Summit on Water and Sustainable Development

The company collaborates with the Spanish Federation for Environmental Associations in the framework of the Expo 2008

Fluidra opens a branch in Cyprus

The opening of this branch corresponds to the group’s international expansion strategy in emerging markets.

Fluidra opens a new branch in Russia

The multinational group now has five branches across the country through Astral SNG, a member of the AstralPool holding group.

Fluidra celebrates World Water Day

The multinational group participates in the celebration by spreading information among its employees to promote the responsible use of water and of sustainable good practices in general.

Fluidra, the centre of attention at the “Dinars Cambra”

The event, organised by the Barcelona Chamber of Commerce, was held at Casa Llotja de Mar

Fluidra opens two new branch offices in China

The multinational combines manufacturing and distribution in its Asian markets

Fluidra inaugurates an emblematic and innovative fountain in Perpignan

The company collaborates with the City Council in completing this spectacular project

Fluidra works with the Children and Youth Foundation of Catalonia "l'Esplai" to promote the sustainable use of water in its facilities

The Spanish multinational has signed a four-year R&D+i framework agreement with the Foundation.

Road to the 2012 Paralympic Games in London

Wheelchair tennis is also part of the 56th Count of Godó Tournament

Fluidra reinforces its presence in Hungary

The multinational launches a larger plant with better links

Fluidra Maintains its Commitment to International Growth and Approves the 2007 Annual Accounts

Ordinary Shareholder’s General Assembly

Fluidra Installs the Pools for the 2008 World Swimming Championships in Manchester

The holding company AstralPool, which is owned by the multinational group, has signed an agreement with the city of Manchester to become the official supplier for the championships.

The 2007 Sustainability Report is rated A+ by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

In its report Fluidra followed the G3 Guidelines established by the GRI, which aim to provide a consistent presentation of the company’s business, environmental and corporate responsibility activities.

Fluidra becomes a member of the Montserrat Abbey Foundation

By signing this agreement, Fluidra wishes to help improve the museum in readiness for the Montserrat millennium celebrations in 2025.

Fluidra sponsors the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation’s Mulla’t solidarity campaign

The Spanish multinational is giving its support to the awareness-raising campaign in solidarity with those who suffer from multiple sclerosis: 6,000 in Catalonia and 40,000 in Spain.

Fluidra appoints Antonio Ibáñez as Manager of AstralPool España

His extensive professional experience includes executive posts in both the industrial and consultancy sectors.

Fluidra names Jesús Serra as General Manager of the holdings Neokem and SNTE

Fluidra is the first Spanish Business to seek the approval of its Binding Corporate Rules

Commencement of procedures with the Spanish Data Protection Agency

Fluidra increases revenues by 25.9% and reaches 657.2 million Euros in 2007

The company registers excellent results in the year of its going public

The quarter's revenue reached 164.9 million euros, 9.8% more than the same period last year

First Quarter 2008 Results

Fluidra reports earnings of 549 million euros for the first nine months of the year: an increase of 0.8% over 2007

3rd Quarter Results Presentation

Income from this period was €395.5 million, up 1.3% from last year

Fluidra’s Results for the First Half of 2008

“Sustainable swimming pools are possible with the right treatment and maintenance”

Fluidra takes part in the “Corporate Social Responsibility and Water” Seminar run by the Economy and Society Research Centre

Fluidra enters the IBEX Small Cap

This index is comprised of 30 small market capital stocks

Fluidra acquires the company Spei in Italy

The company, which will now be known under the name Certikin Italia, will consolidate the leadership of the Spanish multinational as a leader in distribution within the Italian market.

Capillary expansion in China is needed to find opportunities in the market

Fluidra participates in the Seminar “Acquisitions in China: the challenge of valuation” organised by Interchina Consulting and Garrigues Lawyers

Resounding success at the 9th World Swimming Championships in Manchester

More than 25,000 spectators and 18 new world records

Vice-president Mr. Carod-Rovira visits Fluidra’s state-of-the-art logistics centre in Maçanet de la Selva

Trace Logistics, which involved an investment of 18 million euros, has changed the production and distribution approach of the Fluidra Group.

Fluidra President Joan Planes accompanied Generalitat President on his trip to Morocco

The objective of the visit was to open new businesses in the neighbouring country