OFFICIAL INVITATION – NORATEL 100-YEAR CELEBRATION
100 Years
of Excellence
One Century. One Noratel Team.
Szczecin, Poland — 24 September 2025
Dear Rosalind,
It is with great pride and sincere pleasure that I extend to you this official invitation to join us for Noratel’s 100th Anniversary Celebration — a milestone event bringing our teams together across the globe.
Your presence on this day holds special meaning for us, as we celebrate a century of excellence built on dedication, trust, and enduring partnership with the discoverIE Group.

This milestone will be marked as a hybrid event — bringing the One Noratel Team together from every corner of the world. Our Group Leadership Team and the discoverIE delegation will gather in Szczecin, while our colleagues across all locations will join us virtually to share in the celebration.
Together, we will honour the people and relationships that have shaped our journey.
In the following pages, you will find the programme outline and key details as we prepare to mark this historic moment side by side.
We are truly honoured to share this celebration with you.
Warmest regards,
Gregory Malherbe
Chief Executive Officer, Noratel Group
Our story in time - the milestones that shaped us
Following our journey from 1925 to today — live, team by team, location by location.
A century ago, our story began with a single idea in Norway. That spark has grown into a global team united across continents.
During our celebration, we’ll walk through this journey — milestone by milestone — connecting live with each location in the same order our history was written, and hearing from the people who keep the spark alive.
From One Spark... to One Noratel
1925

Founded in Norway
It began in 1925, in Lysaker, Norway — not in a boardroom, but in a small workshop where two engineers had a vision: to build radio communication equipment for ships.

What they sparked wasn’t just signal or sound — it was the start of a company grounded in craftsmanship, precision, and quiet ambition.

As the decades unfolded, Noratel evolved.
Radios gave way to transformers. Projects gave way to purpose. And a national name quietly began its journey to becoming a global presence.
During the event:
Live connection with Norway team
led by Haakon Froland
EMEA SVP: Lars Janson
1935: The Noratel name is born
With a new identity — Noratel Radioindustri — and a new home in Oslo, we stepped into broader markets. From PA systems to radios and educational equipment, our reach grew — and so did our ambitions.
1956: A new focus
We left radio manufacturing behind to focus entirely on dry insulated transformers and reactors. From this specialisation came expertise that would define our future.
1968: Moving to Hokksund
Operations shifted to a new facility in Hokksund, bringing our teams together under one roof. From this base, we built stronger foundations for the decades ahead.
1975-1985: Founded in Norway
With standardised safety isolating, control, and lighting transformers, we became Norway’s market leader. From trusted quality came a reputation that travelled far beyond our borders.
1986-1994: Reaching Scandinavia and beyond
Partnerships and acquisitions in Denmark, Sweden, Poland, and Finland marked our first major expansion. From regional growth came the beginnings of a truly international presence.
Live connection with teams:
Denmark led by Frank Staermose
Sweden led by Håkan Cronqvist
Poland led by Marcin Duda
Finland led by Antti Vuorivirta
EMEA SVP: Lars Janson
1996-1999: Strenghtening at home
Acquisitions of ABB ESI National Transformer and Ulveco Hamar reinforced our Norwegian roots. From local strength came resilience to grow globally.
2001-2004 Building across Europe
With new footholds in Germany and the Netherlands, our network expanded west. From each new location came fresh opportunities to serve diverse industries.
Live connection with Germany team:
Germany led by Andreas Wilhelm
EMEA SVP: Lars Janson
2005-2007: Going global
We extended production to Sri Lanka, India, and China, creating a worldwide manufacturing footprint. From local workshops came a global stage.
Live connection with APAC teams:
Sri Lanka led by Jayant Mahajan
India (new MD coming soon)
China led by Sulalith Jayasinghe
APAC SVP: Puneet Arora
2012: Crossing the Atlantic
Our presence grew into the United States with our first North American acquisition. From this step came new customers, capabilities, and connections.
Recorded greetings from US team
NA SVP: Remi-Brice Magne
2014: Joining the discoverIE Group
Becoming part of discoverIE accelerated our strategic growth and strengthened our global presence. From this partnership came the confidence to aim higher together.
Words from Nick Jefferies
- Group Chief Executive, discoverIE
2016 – 2022 Growing across North America
Our first Canadian site, Plitron, joined in 2016. Hobart Electronics in Indiana became part of Noratel in 2019, alongside our Nogales team in Mexico. In 2022, Shape joined, adding new skills and solutions to our portfolio. From these additions came specialised expertise, enhanced customer value, and a stronger presence across North America.
Recorded greetings from NA:
Canada team with Christine Belso
Mexico (Hobart) led by Steve Stavrinoudis
Mexico (Nogales) led by Victor Parra
Shape team with Doug Hickey
NA SVP: Remi-Brice Magne
2025 - The next chapter
A century since our first coil, we stand united as the One Noratel Team. From our shared history comes the inspiration to light the way forward — together.
Who will take part
Honouring our People
For a century, Noratel has been built by people who bring Passion, Accountability, Care, Teamwork and Excellence to every day’s work.

This celebration is a moment to recognise our current teams, those who came before us, and the leaders & partners who guide our future.
How we will celebrate
Onsite in Szczecin:
Noratel Group Leadership Team
and discoverIE Guests
Worldwide:
All Noratel locations, Group function Team & invited former colleagues joining virtually
Event details
This is where the heart of our 100-year celebration will beat — under the dome of the Szczecin Planetarium. You’ll be at the centre of the event, alongside our Group Leadership Team, in a programme created to honour our people, strengthen our connections, and celebrate our shared journey.
Venue: Planetarium, Maritime Science Centre Prof. Jerzy Stelmach
Date: 24 September
Time: 09:00 CEST / 07:00 UTC
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Host: Agnieszka Spychalska-Glapa,
Employer Branding & Corporate Comms, Noratel
What to expect
Celebrating Our People
Watch as Group leaders connect live with their teams around the world to recognise the talent, dedication, and achievements that have shaped Noratel.
Leadership Perspectives
Hear future-focused insights from our Group Leadership Team sharing their vision for the years ahead.
Interactive Moments
Be part of unique, real-time interactions designed to bring our One Noratel Team spirit to life.
A Memorable Closing
The celebration will conclude with a group photograph on the terrace of the Maritime Science Centre, framed by the panoramic skyline of Szczecin.
Global Spark Finale
The moment we light the future
From a single spark in Norway to thousands of lights worldwide, this finale unites every Noratel location.
In one shared moment, we will light up together
— a living symbol of our next century.
How to share the Celebration
Dedicated Event Website
After the celebration you will get access to dedicated Noratel website to share your cherished memories, upload photos, and leave well wishes for our centennial.
Join us in sharing Noratel’s Story
We warmly invite you to post your highlights on LinkedIn and other social platforms using #Noratel100Years or simply #Noratel100 — helping us promote Noratel and the spirit of One Noratel Team worldwide.
Capture the Moment
Selected guest photos and posts will be featured on Noratel’s LinkedIn and website, showcasing the global celebration
Event Essentials
Dress Code
Smart Casual / Regular business-meeting attire
- paired with the spirit to enjoy a once-in-a-century celebration!
Be part of the 'Spark'
Bring your smartphone to join the interactive moments of our 100-year celebration. Take part in activities, capture unforgettable moments and share them on LinkedIn with our One Noratel Team across the globe.

Event Contacts
Agnieszka Spychalska-Glapa
Employer Branding & Corporate Communications
agnieszka.spychalska@noratel.com
Dorota Hranyczka
Group HR Manager, Noratel

dorota.hranyczka@noratel.com
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Thank you for being an integral part of our incredible journey. Together, let's make this centennial celebration truly unforgettable and step confidently into our next century of #Excellence.
See you soon in Szczecin!