The history of Gruppo Reda began in 1986, a pivotal year when the holding decided to enter the rubber industry through the acquisition of a majority stake in two already well-established companies: POSA S.p.A. and ISEO GOMMA S.p.A.

This operation marked the starting point of a long-term entrepreneurial journey, focused on building a portfolio of solid companies capable of ensuring quality and innovation in a sector that represents one of the pillars of Lombardy’s industrial system.

The Economic-Industrial Context of Lombardy in the 1980s

The 1980s represented a period of strong economic and industrial growth for Lombardy. The region was (and still is) one of Italy’s main production engines, thanks to its specialized industrial districts, advanced logistics infrastructure, and a dynamic entrepreneurial fabric.

In particular, the rubber and elastomers sector had assumed a central role in the development of numerous industries: from automotive to construction, from household appliances to precision mechanics. Lombard companies operating in this field were distinguished by their technical expertise, innovative capacity, and increasing openness to foreign markets.

In this context, Gruppo Reda’s entry into the sector was a strategic choice: investing in an industry with growth prospects and deep territorial roots, laying the foundation for a holding headquartered in Brugherio (MB), destined to expand over the years.

The Importance of the Rubber Industry for Lombardy

The Lombardy region—particularly the provinces of Bergamo, Milan, and Brescia—has always had a strong connection with the manufacturing industry. Proximity to major production hubs, combined with the presence of highly specialized small and medium-sized enterprises, made this area a true district for rubber and elastomers.

Investing in local companies meant strengthening the bond with the region and enhancing know-how deeply rooted in Lombardy’s industrial tradition. Already in the 1980s, POSA and ISEO GOMMA represented two recognized centers of excellence, both regionally and nationally, with an established customer base and the ability to meet the needs of increasingly competitive markets.

The Strategic Value of the First Acquisitions

The acquisition of POSA S.p.A. and ISEO GOMMA S.p.A. was no coincidence, but the result of a clear vision. Gruppo Reda identified two companies with complementary characteristics and significant growth potential:

Through these acquisitions, the holding entered a strategic industry and secured control of two players capable of guaranteeing stability, profitability, and long-term growth prospects.

Why Posa and Iseo Gomma Were Leaders

In the 1980s, the success of a company in the rubber sector depended on its ability to combine technical expertise, material quality, and reliability in delivery times—a formula that still holds true today.

POSA and ISEO GOMMA fully met these criteria. They were considered leaders in Lombardy’s elastomer industry thanks to:

The Foundations for Future Growth

The acquisition of POSA and ISEO GOMMA was the cornerstone of a broader project: to build a financial holding capable of growing through targeted acquisitions in the rubber sector and consolidating its position over the long term, with the natural economies of scale that would follow.

These first operations defined the development model that would characterize Gruppo Reda in the decades to come:

From that point, a path began which—with its headquarters in Brugherio and plants across Lombardy and Northern Italy—would lead Gruppo Reda to become a benchmark in the elastomers sector at both national and international levels.

1986: The Beginning of an Entrepreneurial Journey

The year 1986 thus marks the beginning of an entrepreneurial journey that continues to this day. With the acquisition of POSA S.p.A. and ISEO GOMMA S.p.A., Gruppo Reda immediately demonstrated its ability to interpret the economic context, anticipate industrial trends, and invest in solid and innovative companies to create a reference group in the field of rubber, elastomers, and gaskets.