Soraluce, a leading Spanish manufacturer of advanced machining solutions for large and complex components, has announced the opening of Soraluce UK, its new subsidiary for those markets.
The establishment of the local division represents a strategic step in the company’s international growth plan, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the manufacturing sector across the region and bringing Soraluce’s technology, expertise and customer support even closer to local manufacturers.
Through this new direct presence, Soraluce UK will provide regional customers with dedicated sales support, technical assistance and after-sales service, ensuring a closer relationship and a more agile response to their manufacturing needs.
Part of the Danobat group, the machine tool division of Mondragon Corporation, Soraluce is recognised worldwide for developing innovative and customised solutions for demanding industrial applications. The company’s portfolio includes milling machines, boring machines, vertical lathes, multitasking machines and automation solutions, combining advanced technology, precision and engineering expertise to support customers across sectors such as aerospace, energy, rail, capital goods and general industry.
The opening of Soraluce UK reflects the company’s strategy of strengthening its international presence while continuing to provide customers with the high level of technological innovation, reliability and service that defines the Soraluce brand.
Soraluce UK will be led by Graeme Thomas, managing director of Soraluce UK, who brings extensive experience within the UK machine tool sector and a strong understanding of customer requirements across advanced manufacturing industries.
Oier Elguezabal, vice president of global sales at Soraluce, said: “The opening of Soraluce UK is an important milestone in our commitment to the UK and Ireland. By establishing a direct presence, we are strengthening our ability to support customers locally while continuing to offer the global expertise, technology and engineering capabilities that Soraluce is known for worldwide.”
Graeme Thomas, managing director, Soraluce UK (pictured left), added: “I am delighted to lead Soraluce UK at this exciting stage of the company’s development. Having a direct presence across the UK and Ireland will allow us to work even closer with customers, supporting their manufacturing challenges with Soraluce’s advanced machining solutions and engineering expertise.”
With Soraluce UK now operational, local manufacturers will benefit from direct access to Soraluce’s complete range of machining solutions, supported by local expertise and the resources of an international organisation.
The opening of Soraluce UK marks another important step in Soraluce’s international development and reinforces its commitment to helping manufacturers improve productivity, flexibility and competitiveness through advanced manufacturing technology.
Soraluce offers an extensive range of milling machines, boring machines and vertical lathes, multipurpose solutions and automated lines and systems. The European brand has a wealth of experience and has sold over 3,300 machines, almost half of them in Germany.
