Exel Industries SA

Exel Industries SA is a French family-owned industrial group specializing in the design, manufacture, and marketing of spraying equipment for agricultural, industrial, and leisure applications. As a world leader in plant protection spraying (holding the No. 1 position globally), it produces equipment for applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and fertilizers, alongside industrial solutions for paints, coatings, and dust removal in sectors like transport, metallurgy, mining, and woodworking. The group also excels in leisure products, including watering and plant care tools for gardeners and high-end pleasure boats under brands like Rhéa-Marine, Tofinou, and Wauquiez. Operating through renowned brands such as Berthoud, Tecnoma, Agrifac, Sames, Hozelock, and Holmer, Exel Industries maintains 24 production sites across more than 30 countries, employing around 3,772 people. With over 80% of sales generated outside France—primarily in Europe, North America, and other regions—it drives innovation in sustainable agriculture and industrial efficiency, supported by a strong patent portfolio and a fiscal year ending September.