The company brought together its team, families and international representatives to pay tribute to its history, recognize the people who have made it possible, and reinforce its commitment to the future.
This past Saturday, Girbau celebrated its 105th anniversary with a very special event at its headquarters in Vic. More than a century after its founding in 1920 as a small workshop for electromechanical equipment, the company brought together the entire headquarters team, their families, and the presidents of its international subsidiaries to commemorate a milestone that goes beyond business: a shared story of innovation, commitment and values.
The day began with a tour of the production centers, where Girbau employees and their families had the opportunity to gain a first-hand understanding of the company's industrial processes, technological evolution and the projects that are shaping its future.
The event was also a celebration of talent, creativity and team spirit. Live musical performances, a rollerskating act, and a standout moment in which Girbau’s HS washers were transformed into both stage and artistic canvas, symbolized the fusion of industry, art and design that defines the company’s identity.
In addition, world champion master chocolatier Lluc Crusellas sent his personal congratulations along with a commemorative cake created especially for the occasion, adding a sweet and local touch to an already meaningful day.
During the event, and joined by Mercè Girbau and Pere Girbau current leadership and representatives of the third generation as well as Toni Girbau and Teresa Girbau, second-generation members and key figures in Girbau’s industrial and human growth, key moments from the company’s history were revisited. The company highlighted how it has grown from its roots in Vic to become a global brand. A strong reflection of this journey was the presence of the presidents of the 16 international subsidiaries of the group and of Mike Floyd, who received special recognition for his longstanding relationship with Girbau and his outstanding role in over 30 years of Girbau North America’s trajectory.
As part of the commemorative actions for this 105th anniversary, Girbau has launched a series of symbolic gestures and celebrations that will take place throughout the year. Among them is the planting of a cypress tree at the company’s headquarters in memory of Pere Girbau, a key figure of the second generation, as well as various local events in the group’s international branches, where each subsidiary will mark this anniversary in its own way.
This 105th anniversary has served to reconnect with the company’s origins, celebrate the present alongside those who make it possible every day, and look to the future with renewed energy and a strong sense of community.