Girbau Names New President

(July, 2024) Commercial laundry equipment manufacturer Girbau – headquartered in Vic, Spain – has appointed Diego Hervás as its new president.

“Girbau is an extraordinary project and a company whose values I share,” Hervás said. “I see great potential for contributing to growth and advancing together. In line with Girbau’s purpose, I am fully aware of the importance of sustainability – both as a company and that we provide for our customers with our solutions and services.”

Hervás has more than 20 years of experience in executive positions with multinational companies like Xerox and major family businesses such as Comexi.

Girbau Chair and CEO Mercè Girbau and CEO Pere Girbau – the third generation of the family business – will continue to perform their functions and focus on long-term strategy, innovation, sustainability, and corporate culture. Both emphasized Hervás’ ability to fit into Girbau’s strategic plan and vision.

Girbau is the parent company of Girbau North America.