History

Regina is established in 1919 with the name “Società Italiana Catene Calibrate Regina” and is initially active in the production of chains and free wheels for bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles.

Between World War I and World War II, Regina starts producing industrial and motorcycle chains, also approaching the international markets.

In 1956 Regina establishes Polimeccanica, a production subsidiary in Buenos Aires (Argentina), which is still operating today.

In 1958, the Group establishes Rex Regina in Olginate (Italy), a JV for the production and commercialization of industrial chains. The JV, dedicated to the European market, lasts for 20 years, until 1977, when Regina acquires full ownership of it.

In 1982, the Conveyor stainless steel and plastic chains, belts and components manufacturing facility is established in Latina (Italy).

In 1985 Regina establishes Regina Warner in Cernusco (Italy), a JV to supply automotive timing chains on the European market. Also, in 1985 Regina enters the North American market, establishing Regina USA in Milwaukee, WI.

In the 90s, the Group significantly develops internationally, establishing sales subsidiaries in Mexico, England and France, and, in 1993, a JV in China dedicated to the manufacturing of bicycle power transmission components.

In 2004, a productive subsidiary for the manufacturing and commercialization of conveyor chains and belts is established in Tianjin (China). Thanks to such early strategic move, nowadays Regina Group is a leading player in the Chinese high quality Conveyor and Industrial chains market.

In 2008, a productive subsidiary for the manufacturing of industrial chains is established in Spain.

In 2010 a sales office is opened in The Netherlands, and in 2015 another one is opened in India

In 2017, a well assorted strategic stock is set-up in Dortmund (Germany)

Regina is now owned by the same family since 4 generations.