The HTI Group is becoming the majority shareholder of the South Tyrolean company Seik, thus further strengthening its position in material transport.
The basis for this move was a strategic objective, that being the development of significant industrial and technological synergies, the pooling of expertise, and the further expansion of the group’s portfolio.
HTI is already a leader in material transport over challenging terrain, thanks to solutions such as the Flyingbelt, a patented system that combines the advantages of conveyor belts and cable car installations, or products like the so-called Blondin (cable cranes for major infrastructure projects) as well as cable car systems for special applications.
Among the most important references are Flyingbelt installations in Barroso (Brazil), on the River Lippe in Germany, in Rogun (Tajikistan), or on the construction site of the Terzo Valico dei Giovi in Genoa. Other important projects in the field of material transport include cable crane systems for the construction of dams in Portugal, Peru, and Turkey, or the recently built apple cableway in Trentino.
Seik’s products ideally complement the portfolio of the HTI Group, enabling the provision of the most comprehensive and complete solution offering worldwide for cable-based material transport: from stationary systems for large payloads to flexible and specific solutions for complex construction sites and extreme environments, the two said.
A solid entrepreneurial tradition of the region is also to be maintained, characterized by strong technological innovation and high regard for environmental compatibility. This approach has made Seik one of the world’s leading players in the sector within just a few decades, with major international projects such as the Trojena dam in Saudi Arabia.
“Our goal is to ensure the continuity of the company and to continue being a reliable partner for our customers. We want to offer our employees a long-term perspective and are now creating the conditions for further growth of the company,” said Michael Lantschner, founder and managing director.
Source: Seik