--- title: Global Expansion & History | LANCO Group Deployable Reach description: Explore LANCO Group’s expansion, milestone history since 1953, strategic footprint in Europe & North America, and growth in deployable infrastructure. --- [Skip to content](https://www.lanco-group.com/expansion#main-content) [![LANCO-GROUP-Logo-2018-CMYK_4C_1new](https://www.lanco-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LANCO-GROUP-Logo-2018-CMYK_4C_1new.png?width=500&height=209&name=LANCO-GROUP-Logo-2018-CMYK_4C_1new.png)Homepage](https://www.lanco-group.com/?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.lanco-group.com?hsLang=en) - [About us](https://www.lanco-group.com/about-us_group?hsLang=en) - [Careers](https://www.lanco-group.com/careers-group?hsLang=en) - [Expansion](https://www.lanco-group.com/expansion) [Contact our team](https://www.lanco-group.com/contact?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.lanco-group.com?hsLang=en) - [About us](https://www.lanco-group.com/about-us_group?hsLang=en) - [Careers](https://www.lanco-group.com/careers-group?hsLang=en) - [Expansion](https://www.lanco-group.com/expansion) [Contact our team](https://www.lanco-group.com/contact?hsLang=en) ## Expanding Global Reach, Delivering Mission-Ready Solutions Starting from our headquarters in Hanover, we have expanded across Europe and into North America, delivering reliable deployable infrastructure and protective solutions wherever they are needed. Our international presence allows us to respond quickly to diverse operational requirements: from defense and humanitarian missions to emergency response and industrial projects. Through a combination of local production, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to quality, LANCO ensures that every shelter, protective system, and field solution meets the highest standards, supporting our customers’ missions efficiently and effectively.  ### 1950's #### First tents are produced Dr. Lange KG begins producing camping tents under the Florido brand in Hanover, Germany.  ### 1990's #### Ballistic Protection Expansion into protective vests and armor. ### 2000's #### Our e-commerce website is live A new milestone for us was launching the e-commerce website for the German market. ### 2005 #### New Production Site LANCO Group GmbH is established; production begins in Romania.  ### 2007 #### First office in Italy LANCO opens its first office in Rome,  strengthening its European presence.  ### 2016 #### ROFI as​ Acquisition LANCO acquires ROFI, broadening its expertise in protection and field solutions.  ### 2022 #### Subsidiaries in France and USA New offices opened in Paris and Charlotte, expanding LANCO’s global reach.  ### 2023 #### Clear Span Structures Large-scale structures for aircraft, storage, and repairs were introduced as the latest product line. ### 2025 #### ABVEX launch  Supporting municipalities and local communities across France in creating engaging public events and celebrations. ### 2026 #### bluLEU joins LANCO Group With the acquisition of bluLEU, the Group is expanding its expertise in technical LED lighting. As we enter the eighth decade of operation, our focus remains on solidifying our position as a global leader in deployable solutions. Our future expansion will be guided by three core pillars: strategic market penetration, next-generation product development, and strengthening global partnerships.  For the past 70 years, our expansion was not only geographic but also technological. We continuously invest in research, development, shelter customization, and field infrastructure to meet evolving mission needs. ![proa partners - Kunden Fotos](https://www.lanco-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/proa%20partners%20-%20Kunden%20Fotos.jpg?width=2000&height=1333&name=proa%20partners%20-%20Kunden%20Fotos.jpg "proa partners - Kunden Fotos") ## Strengthening global partnerships Our growth is powered by strong partnerships. We will continue to forge new partnerships with governments, military forces, and international humanitarian organizations. These collaborations are crucial for understanding evolving needs and ensuring our solutions are at the fore front of the industry. Our presence at exhibitions and major industry events is a testament to our commitment to engaging with our partners and showcasing our capabilities.  ![proa partners - Kunden Fotos (1)](https://www.lanco-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/proa%20partners%20-%20Kunden%20Fotos%20(1).jpg?width=2000&height=1333&name=proa%20partners%20-%20Kunden%20Fotos%20(1).jpg "proa partners - Kunden Fotos (1)") ## Global Expansion Strategy Following the establishment of our new US subsidiary, our primary strategic goal is to deepen our international presence. We will continue to invest in growing markets, where our solutions make a difference, from defence agencies to emergency services. This expansion reflects our commitment to bringing our rapid-deployment expertise closer to our customers worldwide.  Our strategy emphasizes a targeted effort to secure major contracts and build a trusted distribution network, strengthening our footprint in Europe and North America, while expanding the presence in other parts of the world.  ![proa partners - Kunden Fotos (2)](https://www.lanco-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/proa%20partners%20-%20Kunden%20Fotos%20(2).jpg?width=2000&height=1333&name=proa%20partners%20-%20Kunden%20Fotos%20(2).jpg "proa partners - Kunden Fotos (2)") ## Next-generation product development Innovation is the cornerstone of the LANCO Group's success. By investing in research and development, we are creating more advanced, efficient, and sustainable solutions that meet the evolving demands of our customers worldwide.  ![proa partners - Kunden Fotos (3)](https://www.lanco-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/proa%20partners%20-%20Kunden%20Fotos%20(3).jpg?width=2000&height=1333&name=proa%20partners%20-%20Kunden%20Fotos%20(3).jpg "proa partners - Kunden Fotos (3)") ## Sustainable plant operations We are committed to building a greener, more efficient workspace. Through collaboration with industry specialists, we continuously refine workflows, reduce energy consumption, and enhance sustainability, all without compromising quality, speed, or care for our people.  [LANCO-GROUP.COM](https://lanco-group.com/?hsLang=en) Get in touch with us! 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