Groupe Atlantic, a French global player in the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) industry, announced the appointment of Florent Blain as plant manager of the group\u2019s factory in Ploie\u0219ti, Prahova County.<\/p>\n
Blain joined the company in 2006 and has held several key positions in production, R&D, and plant management, both in Europe and internationally.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Over nearly two decades, he has contributed to the group\u2019s growth through projects such as the integration of thermodynamic water heaters in 2010, a milestone aligned with the company\u2019s decarbonisation strategy, according to the press release.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy vision for the Ploie\u0219ti plant is to build a dynamic and well-coordinated team where participation is encouraged at all levels. I want every employee to feel like an \u2018owner\u2019 of our collective success. By fostering engagement, collaboration, and accountability, we will create a strong, motivated team capable of driving sustainable growth and operational excellence,\u201d said Florent Blain.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In the new position, Blain will oversee the development of the Ploie\u0219ti site. The factory represents Groupe Atlantic\u2019s first major investment of this scale in Eastern Europe, with EUR 40 million invested to date and an additional EUR 10 million planned by 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Currently employing 65 people, the site is expected to grow to more than 200 employees by 2026 and continue expanding in 2027. The facility will serve several Eastern European markets, including Romania, Poland, Austria, and Germany, producing indirect cylinders designed for integration with heat pumps, gas boilers, and solar panels.<\/p>\n