Elvanews • 18-12-2024

Elvacenter & Donati join forces:
‘a new step towards european leadership.’

You already know that Elvacenter is constantly evolving. At the end of yet another successful year, we are thrilled to announce an exciting next step: Elvacenter and Donati are merging! With this collaboration, we are shaping our shared ambition: to become the ultimate one-stop shop for elevator components in Europe.

By now, you know Elvacenter as a leading name in elevator components in the Benelux. With an extensive range of quality products and a strong focus on service and customer orientation, Elvacenter has proven itself as the specialist in the region. We are known for our fast delivery times, personalized technical support, and innovative tailor-made solutions.

Donati, founded in 1963 and based in Milan, Italy, specializes in high-quality drive technologies, steel cable systems, and durable elevator components. With over 60 years of dedication to quality and innovation, Donati has become one of the major players in Southern Europe and beyond. The company boasts its own advanced production facility, a new automated warehouse hub, and a solid reputation for customer-focused customization.

This is Donati

The merger between Elvacenter and Donati brings you numerous benefits. As previously mentioned, this is a significant step towards our joint goal of becoming Europe’s fastest and most comprehensive supplier. Specifically, you will benefit from:

• An expanded distribution network, enabling faster and more efficient deliveries.
• Greater technical expertise and innovations for even better and quicker service.
• A significant expansion of our product range, including machinery, steel cables, and complete modpacks.

Additionally, Elvacenter now operates from nine offices across Europe, bringing us closer to our customers than ever before. This allows us to operate more efficiently and explore new markets. Both companies will continue to operate under their trusted names, Elvacenter and Donati.

Alex Deconynck (MD Elvacenter), Melvin Kool (MD Elvacenter), Rodolfo Basilico (CFO Donati) & Alessandro Cattelan (CEO Donati)

According to Melvin Kool and Alex Deconynck from Elvacenter, the merger is a significant step towards European leadership. ‘This provides Elvacenter with the power and scale needed to better serve our customers and strengthen our position in Europe. The same applies to Donati. We saw in them the same passion for service and innovation that we uphold. Therefore, we all look to the future with confidence. Together, we are building a strong, innovative, and customer-focused organization ready to serve all of Europe.’