History

The launch of Fluiconnecto began soon after Manuli Rubber Industries acquired and rebranded the French company Sonatra. Established in 1981, Sonatra was a market leader in France, with this acquisition the newly indicated Fluiconnecto was able to expansion into global markets.

The first network expansion outside France takes place in Poland. This growth began with the first established Hydroshop in Myslowice, Silesia.

 Further Hydroshops expansion allows Fluiconnecto to cross European boundaries into South America (Argentina).

Fluiconnecto acquires Dutch group formally known as HEBU, expanding presence in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Fluiconnecto makes first step into Africa by acquiring Powerforce Hydraulics Witbank Pty.

Fluiconnecto Singapore was born with the acquisition of SIN AA Hydraulic & Trading.

Fluiconnecto continues to expand its network in Oceania by starting operations in Melbourne.

Fluiconnecto announced the acquisition of FluID Tech General Trading L.L.C. based in the (UAE) United Arab Emirates as the starting point of our expansion in the Middle East region.

Fluiconnecto acquired Fluid Systems Gaborone and Francistown, Botswana; thus Fluiconnecto Botswana was born.

Fluiconnecto acquires the leading African mining company Hyspec Mining Services Group. Operations stretched across Ghana, Guinea, Mali, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso, Tanzania and Zambia and headquarters in Australia.

Fluiconnecto sets foot in Peru with the acquisition of long-time partner Talleres Hidraulicos SAC. Talleres Hidraulicos SAC focused on providing replacement hydraulics parts and service equipment to the mining and exploration industry across Peru.

Fluiconnecto continues to expand in Africa through Hyspec Mining Services opening operations in the Ivory Coast.

Fluiconnecto continue to expand in Africa through Hyspec Mining Services opening operations in the (DRC) Democratic Republic of Congo.

Fluiconnecto increases its network in the Middle East launching a Hydroshop in Muscat, Oman.

Fluiconnecto announces the acquisition of Hytar Oy, the water hydraulics market leader in Finland. This integration delivered unique knowledge and products to our ever-growing range.

Fluiconnecto launches Hydroshop operation in Abu Dhabi.

Fluiconnecto announced the joint venture with Man-Par Group, a company with more than 25 years’ experience in Colombia, as part of its network expansion in South America. This venture further expanded our presence in the Mining, Oil & Gas, Construction, Agriculture, Transport and Industrial markets in Colombia.

Fluiconnecto Qatar launches new Hydroshop in Doha. The Hydroshop is supported by a fleet of Service On-Site (SOS) Vans capable of carrying out hydraulic hose replacement 24/7.

Fluiconnecto acquires Psi Hydraulics, a company with operations in Mozambique focused on providing hydraulics service to the Mining and Exploration industry.

Operations in Senegal begins with the deployment of an On-Site Workshop in Kédougou, customized to support local gold mining projects.

To meet our customers’ needs in the OEM market, Manuli Rubber Industries took the strategic decision to transfer the management of the OEM Business Unit, from the Manuli Hydraulics division to the Fluiconnecto Division.

The Fluiconnecto network now operates in 5 Continents from over 145 Hydroshops, over 115 On-Site Workshops and over 40 Service On-Site Vans.

Launch of e-commerce (webshops) in polish market.

Manuli Rubber Industries SPA completes the acquisition of the majority shareholding of RYCO Hydraulics Pty Ltd. Today the group is known as Manuli Ryco S.p.A.

Fire Suppression and Centralized Lubrication Business Units are launched.

Fluiconnecto welcomes Fluiconnecto OEM in the USA.

Acquisition of 82C in New Zealand, leading mobile service provider.

Acquisition of Mend-A-Hose , in line with the strategic objective of building a retail network within the UK.

The Australian and New Zealand operations became part of the Service Division of the Manuli Ryco group operating as Fluiconnecto.

Acquisition of New Zealand Manuli Distributor – Kiwi Hose, to strengthen market position, and ensure seamless distribution of the Manuli product to maintaining quality and service standards.

Fluiconnecto has recently completed the acquisition of MF Hydraulics, a service company operating in the south of England, through three Hydroshops

We’re excited to unveil a new country location on our Fluiconnecto Retail map – Malaysia, marking a significant milestone towards our Asia Pacific footprint.

Nestled in Doha, Qatar, our new 1600 square meter premise is designed to enhance our service offerings and elevate the customer experience.

A new Fluiconnecto OEM facility has been established in Houston, featuring a 29,000-square-foot combined office and warehouse space with a 32-foot ceiling height. The facility boasts a purpose-designed layout tailored to optimize operational efficiency and flexibility.

Fluiconnecto Ryco Australia Pty. Ltd. and Gerrard Hydraulics join forces to expand service and product offerings in Australia.