Company Research Report: Obrascón Huarte Lain, S.A. (OHLA)

Company Overview

• Name: Obrascón Huarte Lain, S.A. (OHLA)

• Mission: Contribute to progress through infrastructures that have a positive impact on society.

• Founded: OHLA has a legacy of more than 110 years, originally established with different companies merging over time, most notably in 1999 with the formation of Obrascón Huarte Lain, S.A.

• Brief Histories:

• Obrascón: Founded in 1911 in Bilbao.

• Huarte: Founded in 1927 in Pamplona.

• Lain: Founded in 1963, integrated into OHL in 1999.

• Key People: Luis Amodio (President)

• Headquarters: No specific information provided.

• Number of Employees: More than 20,000

• Revenue: No specific information provided.

• Known For: OHLA is known as a global infrastructure group, with expertise in construction and management of concessions, civil engineering, landmark buildings, hospitals, industrial, and services. They focus on the USA, Latin America, and Europe and are recognized among top contractors globally.

Products and Services

Products and Services Offered

1. Construction:

• Expertise: Roads, railways, ports, hospitals, unique buildings, airports, mining, and hydraulic projects.

• Key Features: Advanced engineering solutions, sustainability certifications, BIM methodologies.

2. Industrial:

• Engineering and Construction: Focus on energy, mining, cement, and fire protection.

• Key Features: Pioneering renewable energy plants, EPC projects.

3. Concessions:

• Management: Transportation and social infrastructure projects.

• Key Features: Experience with 70+ concession assets, focus on hospital management; assets include 495,000 m² and 1,560 hospital beds.

4. Developments:

• Focus: Unique real estate projects internationally, mostly in the high-end tourism-hotel segment.

• Key Features: High quality, uniqueness, sustainability certifications.

5. Services:

• Focus: Facilities management, social integration.

• Key Features: Involves cleaning, maintenance, energy efficiency, and urban services.

Key Features of Products

• Infrastructure Solutions: Advanced engineering, focus on sustainability and innovative designs that prioritize carbon neutrality.

• Sectors: Strong presence in construction (roads, hospitals, railways), energy renewables, mining, and industrial solutions.

Recent Developments

Recent Projects and Achievements

1. Brazil:

• Awarded the construction of the Salvador de Bahia tramway project (140 million euros).

2. USA:

• Achieved a milestone in the South Corridor Bus Rapid Transit project in Florida.

• Prestigious awards for the I-405 Improvement Project.

3. Europe:

• Secured a major railway contract in Sweden worth 160 million euros.

• Two new projects in Czech Republic for 60 million euros focusing on infrastructure modernization.

4. Developments:

• New brand identity established in 2021 reflecting the legacy and modern outlook.

5. Sustainability and Innovation:

• Pioneering in green energy projects and implementing digital transformation strategies in construction.

• Strong focus on implementing BIM and digital solutions for infrastructure projects.

Partnerships and Strategic Moves

• Entered markets through consortia, such as the project in Salvador de Bahia, reinforcing its global presence.

• Continuously strengthening its position in the Nordic countries and Eastern Europe with new contracts.

Conclusion

OHLA stands as a major player in global infrastructure with a diverse portfolio covering construction, industrial, concessions, and innovative real estate development. The company actively pursues sustainability in its projects while expanding its geographical footprint through strategic partnerships and award-winning projects.