Verified Nov 2026
Thermal & Fluid Systems
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Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
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Since 1964
Richel Group is a family-owned industrial company headquartered in Saint-Martin-de-Crau, France, founded in 1964. It designs, manufactures, and installs greenhouse solutions, including plastic-covered, Venlo, and glass greenhouses as well as modular shelters. The company employs roughly 200 to 500 people and serves horticulture, agriculture, construction, renewable energy, automotive, and industrial equipment markets. In July 2026, Unigrains expressed support for the company, and in September 2026 Richel was reported to be working with Volta on photovoltaic greenhouses.
Richel Group at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1964
Headquarters
Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
42
Industries
Automotive
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
42
Named foreign suppliers
11
Top origins
China · Portugal · Spain · United Kingdom
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Richel Group.
What this tells a buyer
The record reports no customs or trade shipment data, and the most recent development is a 29 October 2026 report from Siparex on the refinancing of Richel's mezzanine debt.
The company's product lines are built from plastic, steel, and glass, and it holds ISO 9001 certification.
Richel Group is privately held, with an estimated annual revenue band of $100 to 250 million, and it is not listed on any public exchange.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
62 years in operation (founded 1964).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Richel Group is a family-owned industrial company headquartered in Saint-Martin-de-Crau, France, founded in 1964. It designs, manufactures, and installs greenhouse solutions, including plastic-covered, Venlo, and glass greenhouses as well as modular shelters. The company employs roughly 200 to 500 people and serves horticulture, agriculture, construction, renewable energy, automotive, and industrial equipment markets. In July 2026, Unigrains expressed support for the company, and in September 2026 Richel was reported to be working with Volta on photovoltaic greenhouses.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1964 |
Headquarters | Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Thermal & Fluid Systems |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Richel Group makes
The company's product lines are built from plastic, steel, and glass, and it holds ISO 9001 certification.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Plastic, Steel, Glass (source: richel-group.fr).
Certifications
Richel Group is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — richel-group.com
Trade and customs footprint
The record reports no customs or trade shipment data, and the most recent development is a 29 October 2026 report from Siparex on the refinancing of Richel's mezzanine debt. US customs bill-of-lading records list 42 inbound shipments across 11 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Portugal · Spain · United Kingdom.
Latest developments
2026-10-29 — Richel refinance sa mezzanine - Siparex (siparex.com)
2026-09-12 — Richel Group dans les serres photovoltaïques avec Volta (gomet.net)
2026-07-28 — Richel fait germer un refinancement | CFNEWS (cfnews.net)
2026-07-27 — Unigrains supports Richel Group, a leading French agricultural greenhouse specialist (unigrains.fr)
2026-07-27 — DLA Piper conseille un pool de six banques sur le refinancement de Richel Group | DLA Piper (dlapiper.com)
2025-06-09 — Nou jucător - Richel Group, unul dintre liderii europeni în domeniu, intră în România | PROFIT.ro (profit.ro)
Company details
Richel Group is privately held, with an estimated annual revenue band of $100 to 250 million, and it is not listed on any public exchange. Richel Group was founded in 1964, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 62 years in operation (founded 1964). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Richel Group make?
Richel Group is a family-owned industrial company headquartered in Saint-Martin-de-Crau, France, founded in 1964. It designs, manufactures, and installs greenhouse solutions, including plastic-covered, Venlo, and glass greenhouses as well as modular shelters. The company employs roughly 200 to 500 people and serves horticulture, agriculture, construction, renewable energy, automotive, and industrial equipment markets. In July 2026, Unigrains expressed support for the company, and in September 2026 Richel was reported to be working with Volta on photovoltaic greenhouses.
Where is Richel Group headquartered?
Richel Group is headquartered in Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur (Quartier de la Gare, Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, 13310).
When was Richel Group founded?
Richel Group was founded in 1964.
How big is Richel Group?
Richel Group has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Richel Group hold?
Richel Group lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Richel Group import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 42 inbound shipments for Richel Group, with top origins including China · Portugal · Spain · United Kingdom.
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