Verified Nov 2026
Thermal & Fluid Systems
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Ponte Caldelas, Galicia
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Since 1984
Aludec is a Spanish manufacturer of decorative and functional components for the automotive industry, headquartered in Ponte Caldelas, Galicia, Spain. Founded in 1984, it employs between 200 and 500 people, with an estimated revenue band of $100-250 million. The company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial-equipment customers, and its products include emblems, trims, and exterior parts. Aludec also has operations in Mexico, where it installed a solar plant in Puebla in July 2026.
Aludec at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1984
Headquarters
Ponte Caldelas, Galicia
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
49
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
49
Named foreign suppliers
14
Top origins
South Korea · Portugal · Spain · The Bahamas
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Aludec.
What this tells a buyer
Aludec opened a solar plant at its Puebla site in Mexico, as reported by local outlets in July 2026, and Ford recognized its Mexican operation with a Q1 certification for manufacturing and quality excellence later that month.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, and its product range covers stamping, plastic, steel, interior and LED components.
Aludec is privately held rather than publicly listed, and in March 2026 it appointed a new chief executive, widely reported as one of the highest-paid CEOs outside the Ibex 35 index.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
42 years in operation (founded 1984).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Aludec is a Spanish manufacturer of decorative and functional components for the automotive industry, headquartered in Ponte Caldelas, Galicia, Spain. Founded in 1984, it employs between 200 and 500 people, with an estimated revenue band of $100-250 million. The company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial-equipment customers, and its products include emblems, trims, and exterior parts. Aludec also has operations in Mexico, where it installed a solar plant in Puebla in July 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1984 |
Headquarters | Ponte Caldelas, Galicia |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Thermal & Fluid Systems |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Aludec makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, and its product range covers stamping, plastic, steel, interior and LED components.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Stamping, Plastic, Steel, Interior, LED (source: aludec.com).
Certifications
Aludec is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — aludec.com
ISO 14001 — aludec.com
ISO 9001 — aludec.com
Trade and customs footprint
Aludec opened a solar plant at its Puebla site in Mexico, as reported by local outlets in July 2026, and Ford recognized its Mexican operation with a Q1 certification for manufacturing and quality excellence later that month. US customs bill-of-lading records list 49 inbound shipments across 14 foreign suppliers, with top origins including South Korea · Portugal · Spain · The Bahamas.
Latest developments
2026-08-16 — Aludec | Noticias de Aludec - Faro de Vigo (farodevigo.es)
2026-07-27 — Ford reconoce a ALUDEC México con la certificación Q1 por su excelencia en manufactura y calidad (mexicoindustry.com)
2026-07-07 — Aludec fortalece su transición energética con la puesta en marcha de una planta solar en Puebla – Puebla es Verde (pueblaesverde.com.mx)
2026-07-07 — Aludec fortalece su transición energética con planta solar en Puebla - urbeconomica (urbeconomica.com)
2026-03-31 — El CEO mejor pagado de fuera del Ibex 35 toma las riendas de la gallega Aludec (economiadigital.es)
2026-03-05 — CIE Automotive completes €200m Aludec acquisition | Automotive World (automotiveworld.com)
Company details
Aludec is privately held rather than publicly listed, and in March 2026 it appointed a new chief executive, widely reported as one of the highest-paid CEOs outside the Ibex 35 index. Aludec was founded in 1984, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Ponte Caldelas, Galicia. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 42 years in operation (founded 1984). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Aludec make?
Aludec is a Spanish manufacturer of decorative and functional components for the automotive industry, headquartered in Ponte Caldelas, Galicia, Spain. Founded in 1984, it employs between 200 and 500 people, with an estimated revenue band of $100-250 million. The company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial-equipment customers, and its products include emblems, trims, and exterior parts. Aludec also has operations in Mexico, where it installed a solar plant in Puebla in July 2026.
Where is Aludec headquartered?
Aludec is headquartered in Ponte Caldelas, Galicia.
When was Aludec founded?
Aludec was founded in 1984.
How big is Aludec?
Aludec has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Aludec hold?
Aludec lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Aludec import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 49 inbound shipments for Aludec, with top origins including South Korea · Portugal · Spain · The Bahamas.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+34 986 45 17 00
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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