About Us

A small workshop set up in Olot (Spain) in 1916 was the start of a saga of excellence, the Simon Group. A family company that has grown four generations, thanks to the hard work and tenacity of the extended family of skilled workmen, technologist, engineers and sales – people – thousands who have given their best: enthusiasm, commitment and daily hard work to manufacture low voltage electric equipment that has earned a global standing through diversification and constant international expansion.

In its 100 years of history, Simon has opened up new roads in the world of electrical materials, electronics, domotics, road lighting, etc. It now begins a new era: the led era, and Simon continues to take the initiative on leading research and development on new interior lighting products designed exclusively using led technology. Simon has been operating for years in the world of led technology through its companies of the group: SIMON LIGHTING, a company specializing in urban, road and architectural lighting, as well as urban furniture. Its objective is to offer a high-quality product that is respectful of the environment, in compliance with the most demanding legislation.

SIMON is a part of FMRE, an initiative by leading brands who have formed an alliance with the authorities to foster and defend Spanish brands in cooperation with its patrons (the ministry of industry, tourism and trade, the ministry of foreign affairs and cooperation, ICEX and the Spanish patent and trademark office), as a forum for reflection and knowledge about brands, their value and development as an asset of key importance to the competitiveness of the Spanish economy.

Its basic mission is to act as the principal interlocutor for Spanish brands with the relevant institutions and audiences, and a platform to support the internationalization of Spanish brands. Since it was set up in 1999 it has cemented its position, working to make Spanish brands symbols of prestige at international level and act as a driving force for Brand Spain.
In admitting new members, the Forum uses an assessment model which is objective and sustainable over time. Member companies must meet two basic criteria:

It is essential that they enjoy an excellent reputation and that the origin or image of the brand be Spanish. The brand’s profile / recognition and degree of internationalization are the most highly-valued admission criteria, together with the company’s size and leadership.

The FMRE and its member companies work together on joint “cobranding” actions between companies (corporate and commercial brands) and the authorities (Brand Spain) for their mutual benefit, enjoying the direct support of the network of Spanish embassies and trade offices around the world.