We celebrated our 60th anniversary with a moving gathering.

More than 80 people, including employees, customers and partners, took part in a day that served to review the company’s history and look towards the future.

Last Friday, we celebrated our 60th anniversary at our facilities in Irún, in an event that brought together around 90 people, including employees, customers, partners and institutional representatives.

During the day, there was a tour of the facilities and a screening of a commemorative video about the history of the company. This was followed by one of the most special moments, an interactive talk led by organisational psychologist Ángel Castrillo, who, together with representatives of the three generations of Bianditz, proposed a symbolic journey to Mount Bianditz, which gives the company its name.

Through this metaphor, the company’s past, present and future were reviewed: the difficulties faced by those who paved the way, the experience of those who are currently following in their footsteps, and the vision of those who will continue the climb. Javier Martínez, CEO of Bianditz Group, highlighted the importance of collaboration as a pillar for continued growth. He stressed that the future of the company depends on relying on a solid network of local partners, strengthening ties and generating shared value.

The event also included recognition for employees with more than 25 years of service and concluded with a relaxed gathering featuring music and catering.

The event was attended by the Mayor of Irún, Cristina Laborda, accompanied by the Deputy Mayor, Nuria Alzaga, and the Director of the Mayor’s Office, Mikel Huarte. Eva Fernández, Director General of Bidasoa Activa, also attended. Representing the Provincial Council of Gipuzkoa were Unai Andueza, Deputy for Economic Promotion and Strategic Projects; Amaia Arregi, Director General of Economic Promotion; and Xabier Iridoy, Director General of Innovation.

During the ceremony, the Mayor of Irún highlighted that ‘you have managed to convey very well who you are and what you do as a company,’ also emphasising ‘the challenge of continuity, generational change and deep roots’ as key elements of the project. For his part, Unai Andueza, Deputy for Economic Promotion and Strategic Projects, pointed out that “you have perfectly staged your trajectory. The first steps of the metallurgical tradition in this area can be seen in your history. That mountain, Bianditz, is an excellent metaphor for what you are today.”