Peli Products, S.L.U.

What Peli Products, S.L.U. does

Peli Products, S.L.U. is the European operating subsidiary of privately held Pelican Products, Inc., headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, and is responsible for the Peli brand across European markets. The company designs and manufactures rugged protective cases and portable lighting systems, with a 30+ year European operating history, dedicated sales and service teams in seven countries, a Netherlands distribution center, and German manufacturing capacity acquired through the 2022 purchase of HVB Kunststofftechnik GmbH's business. Its product portfolio centers on protective cases across the Protector, Storm, Air, Vault, Personal Utility, Micro, Long, and Rack Mount series, with complementary modular accessories (foam, padded dividers, TrekPak) and a recent expansion into consumer luggage via the ATX travel range.

The company's core technology rests on proprietary polymer-based protective shell construction (including Peli Armor for the ATX travel line), signature Press & Pull automatic locking latches, the TrekPak configurable interior system, ATEX-certified lighting for hazardous atmospheres, and the next-generation Peli 9730 Remote Area Lighting System delivering 4,800 lumens at 8.3 kg with 18+ hours runtime. Euro-V Rack Cases, manufactured in Germany, add metric-compatible rack transport for military, aerospace, communications, and medical customers, while Mobile Military cases (Armory, IT, Master, Medical, Office) address NATO-aligned defense requirements.

Peli generates revenue primarily through B2B hardware sales of cases and flashlights, complemented by custom case engineering services, with quote-based pricing and multi-year contracts serving military, government, law enforcement, industrial/petroleum, aviation/aerospace, fire/EMS, and medical customers. A secondary direct-to-consumer channel sells standardized cases, travel luggage, and accessories via peli.com, supplemented by the Peli Partners reseller and VAR program. The dominant customer vertical is Military/Government, anchored by a 50+ year NATO relationship, and the customer base also includes enterprise industrial, public safety, and individual consumer travelers.

Name

Peli Products, S.L.U.

Legal name

Peli Products, S.L.U.

Website

https://peli.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Peli Products, S.L.U. is the European subsidiary of Pelican Products, Inc., designing and manufacturing rugged protective cases, portable lighting systems, and consumer travel luggage for military, government, industrial, aerospace, medical, and consumer customers across European markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Protective Cases and Portable Lighting Systems

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)

SIC

Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820)

akta.pro primary industry

Insect & Pest Control (Indoor/Outdoor Insecticides, Repellents, Traps) (CRADAKAJ)

Keywords

• Protective case manufacturing
• Portable lighting systems
• Military equipment cases
• Rugged transport cases
• Tactical flashlight systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Protective Cases: Sale of rugged, waterproof, crushproof, dustproof protective cases in various series (Protector, Storm, Air, Vault, Personal Utility) and sizes (Micro, Small, Medium, Large, Long). Revenue generated through one-time hardware purchases with cases configured with foam, padded dividers, TrekPak, or hybrid configurations.
2. Flashlights and Lighting Systems: Sale of torches including Tactical, ATEX (hazardous area certified), Right Angle, Headlamps, and Remote Area Lighting Systems (RALS). Products target industrial, emergency services, law enforcement, and military applications.
3. Travel Luggage: Sale of consumer travel luggage under the ATX travel range including carry-on and check-in hard-sided cases featuring Peli Armor™ technology. Recent expansion with ATX22 Carry-On and ATX25 Check-In models.
4. Custom Case Solutions: Custom case design and manufacturing services for specific customer requirements, particularly for military and government applications requiring specialized configurations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Peli Products, S.L.U. designs and manufactures high-performance protective case solutions and advanced portable lighting systems. Its product portfolio includes rugged protective cases (Protector, Storm, Air, Vault, Personal Utility, Micro, Long, Rack Mount, Large Containers, Euro Pallet series), tactical and ATEX-certified flashlights, Remote Area Lighting Systems, military Mobile Military case configurations, custom case engineering services, and the recently expanded ATX travel luggage range for consumers.

Product overview

Peli Products, S.L.U. is a manufacturer of protective cases and portable lighting systems serving professional markets. The product portfolio centers on rugged protective cases (Protector, Storm, Air, Vault, and Personal Utility series), available in various sizes from Micro Cases to Large Containers and Euro Pallet Containers, plus Rack Mount Cases for electronic equipment. The company has recently expanded into consumer luggage with the ATX TRAVEL range (ATX22 Carry-On and ATX25 Check-In cases). Lighting products include Tactical Flashlights, ATEX Lights, Right Angle Lights, Headlamps, and Remote Area Lighting Systems (RALS) including the 9730 RALS. Business Solutions cover Mobile Military cases (Armory, IT, Master, Medical, Office) and Custom Case services. The portfolio is complemented by Case Accessories, Flashlight Accessories, Coolers, and Essentials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Peli-Hardigg: Custom military-grade protective cases and portable lighting systems designed for defense and government applications.

Products and services

• Protector Cases The original and classic waterproof, crushproof, dustproof protective case line available in multiple sizes for transporting sensitive equipment in harsh environments.
• Storm Cases Protective cases featuring unique Press & Pull™ latches that lock automatically and open with a light touch.
• Air Cases Lightweight protective cases engineered to be up to 40% lighter than other polymer cases.
• Vault Cases Premium protection cases available at an affordable price point for valuable equipment.
• Personal Utility Cases Compact protective cases for storing phones, tools, and first aid materials.
• Micro Cases Small everyday-carry protective cases for memory cards, phones, and small tools.
• Camera Cases Protective cases for safely transporting DSLR, mirrorless cameras, memory cards, and lenses on set and on location.
• Long Cases Extended-length protective cases designed for rifles, golf clubs, bows, and tripods.
• Rack Mount Cases Rugged rack-mounted transport solutions engineered for protecting sensitive electronic equipment in demanding professional environments.
• Large Containers / Single Lid Cases Large protective containers designed for Euro pallet-compatible transport and storage of heavy equipment.
• Euro Pallet Containers (ISP2) Interstacking pattern containers engineered for Euro pallet transport and logistics applications.
• Mobile Armory Cases Military-grade protective cases for secure transport and storage of firearms, optics, and tactical gear.
• Mobile IT Cases Deployable protective solutions for IT equipment, communications, and field office technology in military operations.
• Mobile Master Cases Military-grade pallet-ready containers for logistics and equipment transport.
• Mobile Medical Cases Rugged protective cases ensuring life-saving medical supplies, diagnostics, and field equipment remain secure and operational.
• Mobile Office Cases Protective cases for deploying field office equipment in military and defense operations.
• Custom Case Solutions Bespoke custom case design and manufacturing services tailored to specific customer requirements, particularly for military and government applications requiring specialized configurations.
• Tactical Flashlights High-performance tactical torches designed for law enforcement and military applications.
• ATEX Lights Explosion-proof flashlights certified for use in hazardous atmospheres, suitable for petroleum and industrial environments.
• Right Angle Lights Flashlights with a right-angle design engineered for hands-free illumination in industrial and safety applications.
• Headlamps Wearable headlamps engineered for hands-free lighting in professional and outdoor applications.
• Remote Area Lights Portable area lighting systems engineered for large-scale illumination in field operations.
• Peli 9730 Remote Area Lighting System (RALS) Next-generation portable lighting solution delivering 4,800 lumens with over 18 hours of runtime via rechargeable battery, targeting industrial, emergency services, law enforcement, and military applications.
• Euro-V Rack Cases Rugged metric-compatible rack-mounted transport solutions manufactured in Germany with shock protection for sensitive equipment weighing 10 kg to 80 kg, available in 4U to 10U sizes for military, aerospace, communications, and medical sectors.
• ATX25 Check-In Case Hard-sided check-in luggage (66 × 46 × 27 cm) featuring Peli Armor™ protective shell technology, reinforced corners, Hinomoto spinner wheels, and secure locking system for personal travel.
• ATX22 Carry-On Hard-Sided Luggage First product in the TRAVEL range of rugged hard-sided carry-on luggage combining durability with style; awarded the Travel Goods 2025 Award in the United States.
• Coolers Portable cooling solutions engineered for maintaining temperature of contents during transport.

Quantifiable outcome

• Peli 9730 RALS delivers 4,800 lumens with 1,500-lumen increase over previous models and nearly 20% weight reduction
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• HVB Kunststofftechnik GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 July 2022Peli Products Germany GmbH acquired HVB Kunststofftechnik GmbH's manufacturing business in Germany to expand European manufacturing capacity. The acquisition aims to boost local production and support the company's global sustainability and growth strategies.
• NATOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFor over half a century, Peli-Hardigg engineers have developed custom solutions for the transport and packaging needs of NATO. Many models have been tested in the field as well as in combat situations. Products enable mission critical equipment to travel through hostile environments and arrive operational. This is a flagship strategic partnership providing products specifically designed for defense requirements.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SKB Cases: SKB is a US-based manufacturer of molded protective cases for music, military, and industrial applications. It competes head-to-head with Peli across rack-mount, utility, and weapon-transport cases, with overlapping B2B channels and similar injection-molded polymer construction.
• Gator Cases: Gator Cases is a Florida-based protective case manufacturer with deep penetration in music, pro-audio, and general industrial cases. Its wide SKU range, foam customization, and B2B distribution network mirror Peli's go-to-market approach in non-military professional segments.
• Nanuk (Plasticase): Nanuk, made by Plasticase in Canada, is a fast-growing direct competitor in waterproof polymer protective cases, with strong e-commerce branding and a color-customizable lineup. It targets the same photography, drone, and tactical segments as Peli at a typically lower price point.
• HPRC (Plastica Panaro): HPRC, an Italian manufacturer of high-end resin cases under Plastica Panaro, is one of Peli's closest European direct competitors, particularly in photography, military, and aerospace. Its resin-injection process and Italian design language put it in frequent head-to-head competition with Peli's Storm and Protector lines across Europe.
• Explorer Cases (GT Line): Explorer Cases, made by Italian firm GT Line, produces waterproof cases comparable to Peli's Protector series across professional, military, and outdoor segments. Explorer competes directly across roughly the same distribution channels in Europe and is a frequent alternative in Peli's core tenders.
• Streamlight: Streamlight is a US manufacturer of professional and tactical flashlights, weapon-mounted lights, and right-angle lights. It competes directly with Peli's Tactical, Right Angle, and Headlamp lines within the same law enforcement and industrial channels.
• SureFire: SureFire is a leading US manufacturer of tactical flashlights, weapon lights, and hearing protection, deeply embedded in military and law enforcement procurement. It overlaps with Peli's tactical and right-angle lighting portfolios at the premium end of the same defense customer base.
• Ledlenser: Ledlenser is a German portable lighting specialist with a strong European footprint in flashlights, headlamps, and worklights. Its German heritage and industrial distribution make it a direct regional competitor to Peli's lighting line, particularly in the DACH region.

Broad incumbents

• Pelican Products (parent): Pelican Products, Inc. is the parent company of Peli Products, S.L.U. and the original brand behind Pelican cases and Pelican lights. As the controlling entity, it serves the Americas and other non-European regions with the same rugged case and lighting portfolio, effectively running a parallel broader-incumbent footprint outside Europe.
• Rimowa: Rimowa, owned by LVMH, is a German luxury luggage brand known for its aluminum and polycarbonate hard-sided cases. It is the most analogous premium hard-sided luggage brand Peli will face in retail channels as it scales the ATX travel range.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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