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Founded in the quaint village of Martlesham in Suffolk, England, in 1968, Hubbard Products Ltd( Hubbard) boasts quite the legacy. Blending innovation, ambition and true manufacturing excellence, Hubbard holds a market-leading position as one of the top providers of commercial and semi / industrial refrigeration solutions in the world. The company specializes in the design, manufacture and supply of a wide range of refrigeration products, and its portfolio offers everything from cellar cooling, packs and racks to industrial blast freezers – all expertly crafted for use in commercial and industrial applications.
From strong revenue growth to exciting product launches and a brand-new, cuttingedge R & D facility, Hubbard is making big strides in the world of commercial cooling solutions. Manufacturing Today sat down with Ilias Katsoulis, Managing Director, to find out how the company continues to lead in innovation while expanding its strategic footprint. Ilias begins by sharing the company’ s journey and what it offers today.
“ Hubbard was founded in 1968 by Geoff Hubbard, an engineer and entrepreneur with a clear vision,” he explains.“ Over the years, we’ ve grown into one of the UK’ s top manufacturers of commercial and transport refrigeration systems. Innovation has always been in our DNA- from early breakthroughs in eutectic refrigeration to becoming a trusted supplier for major UK retailers. A major turning point came in 2016 when we were acquired by Daikin Europe NV. That partnership has given us access to Daikin’ s global R & D, advanced technologies, and international reach. It’ s helped us strengthen our market position and deliver integrated, energy-efficient solutions that align with Daikin’ s environmental goals.
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