Indea Group

Group

Indea Group is a business group with a presence in Spain, Morocco, and Mexico. It is one of the leading companies in its sector nationally. Its activities range from the study, design, construction, and repair of industrial tooling projects to the manufacture of thermoplastic materials, mainly for the automotive industry.

The group has a track record of almost four decades as a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier to the automotive sector. Over the years, it has pursued a growth strategy based on vertical integration. It covers several links in the value chain of the automotive components sector, from the design of molds and their manufacture (tooling) to the manufacture and assembly of plastic parts.

The products it manufactures (molds and plastic parts) are mainly supplied to the automotive sector and become part of the vehicles manufactured by the most important builders in the sector such as Audi, Ford, PSA Group, VW Group, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Renault, etc.

Indea Group currently has a team of over 300 people.

Its management model is based on Lean Manufacturing methodology, also known as lean production, which focuses on delivering maximum added value to its customers on its products, using resources efficiently and sustainably.

Certificates

It holds the UNE-EN-ISO 9001:2015 'Quality Management Systems', UNE-EN ISO 14001:2015 'Environmental Management Systems' and IATF 16949:2016 'Automotive Quality Management Systems' certifications that endorse its management model.

History

38 years of continuous growth

We have more than three decades of activity in research, development, and innovation, with nearly 2,000 molds designed, manufactured, and delivered, as well as a large number of industrial processes developed and injection-molded parts manufactured. This demonstrates the skills, abilities, and knowledge acquired by our Group over these years, which we put at the service of our customers.

  1. Indea Moldes

    1984


    Previously known as Hispamoldes, it was founded in 1984, as the germ of an automotive sector business group.

    Its production model is based on a circuit that starts with data reception and ends with the final product, using leading technology systems.

  2. Mold Design and Manufacturing Center

    1988


    In 1988, Indea Moldes inaugurated its first injection mold design and manufacturing center for plastics.

    Its production model is based on a circuit that starts with data reception and ends with the final product, using leading technology systems.

  3. Indea Ourense

    1990


    Previously known as Hispaplasti, it was founded in 1990. Later, in 2002, it moved to a new and modern production center for thermoplastic parts.

  4. Indea Palencia

    1998


    Previously known as Plásticos de Palencia, it was founded in 1998 to meet the demand for plastic parts manufacturing and serial supply.

  5. Tecnópole - Galicia Technology Park

    2002


    A new and modern production center for thermoplastic parts, mainly supplying the automotive industry. It is dedicated to the design and construction of injection molds for thermoplastics, in response to a new business opportunity to meet certain demands for plastic parts manufacturing and serial supply.

  6. Indea Tánger

    2012


    Previously known as Hispamoldes Tánger, it began its activity in 2012 with the inauguration of a mold factory in the free zone of Tánger, Morocco. It has an area of 4,400m2 distributed over two floors, where they have 20 injection presses with a closing pressure of 28 to 1,000 tons.

  7. Indea México

    2015


    Previously known as Moldes de México, it started operating in 2015 as a mold trader for the group in the American continent.

  8. Palencia Facilities Expansion, Indea Established

    2019


    In 2019, the facilities were expanded and currently have a built area of 8,000m2 with 19 injection presses, complemented by a paint booth and an auxiliary assembly facility. A modern factory capable of integrating in the product and process development, as well as customer production and logistics. Indea, previously Indea Inversiones en Automoción, was established in 2019. Its corporate purpose is the acquisition and administration of securities and shares in the capital of entities and the financing of the entities in which it participates, as well as the provision of complementary services.

  9. Indea R&D e Indea SPA

    2020


    In 2020, QIA ID and QIA Servicios para automoción were established, now Indea R&D and Indea SPA respectively, two key companies in the group's strategy in its commitment to innovation, based in Ourense.

  10. Sapa Group

    2022


    Sapa Group acquires a majority stake in Quarza, Indea Group (former Hispamoldes Group).

Purpose and values

Mission statement

Indea Group is one of the main leaders in the plastic industry in Spain. Its areas of work include the design, project development, innovation, and manufacturing of both molds and plastic injection components in different materials.

The search for excellence in all its activities is mainly supported by:

  • Meeting the needs of the market.
  • A flexible and dynamic organization.
  • Continuous improvement of processes, technical solutions, and innovation.
  • Sustainability and respect for the environment by human teams.

Vision statement

To become a global benchmark in the management of all types of high value-added processes related to the plastic industry. Building this leadership position on product quality, technological innovation, design, service, and an ambitious global presence.

Values

The organizational culture of Indea Group is based on four fundamental values:

Commitment

360° commitment to its customers, ensuring the quality of the products supplied and delivery deadlines. To all the human team that forms part of the Group, promoting their professional development and prioritizing their physical safety and mental well-being. To shareholders, managing the company based on principles of transparency, professional ethics, and profitability. And to society, promoting the inclusion of vulnerable groups in the workforce.

Respect

Respect in relationships with customers, always based on honesty. Respect for the environment, minimizing the impact of productive activities. In relationships with suppliers, directing the Group's culture towards an objective evaluation of results.

Cooperation

Cooperation, maintaining a service-oriented attitude towards the customer. Implementing organizational systems that favor teamwork. Strengthening the bonds of unity among the people who make up the organization and enhancing trust and communication between people.

Innovation

Innovation, with the input of customers, suppliers, and partners, channeled through the R&D&I area. Through an organizational model that recognizes the contributions of people and encourages their creativity.

Key metrics

38

years of continuous growth

14

r&d+i projects

57

injection presses

2000

designed molds

5

branches

Sapa Group


SAPA – THE ONE-SHOT COMPANY – IS SUPERIOR PARTS ALWAYS

A company that moved its first steps under the guidance of Angelo Affinita, a man born and raised in the outskirt of a small town in southern Italy. Everything began with the handmade artisan work, on which the made in Italy was always centered.
Angelo’s father used to manufacture handmade window fixtures: unique pieces that could not be replicated, actual art pieces. But it was Angelo that revolutionized his dad’s work and crafted a future for SAPA. He convinced his father to start working on stocks, optimizing processes and production.
From handmade, to the perfection of a carefully designed mass production. The patented pending One-Shot method started back then, in a way.
The unparalleled technical, entrepreneurial and social skills of Angelo Affinita transformed an artisan boutique into a company with 10 branches all around Italy and Europe, over 1.700 employees and 300 millions in revenue.
Today, SAPA is responsible for processes related to mold injection in the automotive field, supplying major international car manufacturers such as FCA, Volkswagen, CNH, Ferrari, etc.

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Sapa Group


SAPA – THE ONE-SHOT COMPANY – IS SUPERIOR PARTS ALWAYS

A company that moved its first steps under the guidance of Angelo Affinita, a man born and raised in the outskirt of a small town in southern Italy. Everything began with the handmade artisan work, on which the made in Italy was always centered.
Angelo’s father used to manufacture handmade window fixtures: unique pieces that could not be replicated, actual art pieces. But it was Angelo that revolutionized his dad’s work and crafted a future for SAPA. He convinced his father to start working on stocks, optimizing processes and production.
From handmade, to the perfection of a carefully designed mass production. The patented pending One-Shot method started back then, in a way.
The unparalleled technical, entrepreneurial and social skills of Angelo Affinita transformed an artisan boutique into a company with 10 branches all around Italy and Europe, over 1.700 employees and 300 millions in revenue.
Today, SAPA is responsible for processes related to mold injection in the automotive field, supplying major international car manufacturers such as FCA, Volkswagen, CNH, Ferrari, etc.

Know more