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Building a brighter tomorrow

Our pledge is to design and manufacture electric motors and systems that prioritize energy efficiency and contribute to a more sustainable future. We are committed to providing top-ofthe-line industrial electric motors that optimize energy consumption and enhance societal efficiency. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovation, we aim to minimize the power required to enable motion and achieve productivity gains for businesses and individuals alike. Our mission is to create a greener, cleaner world, and we believe that electric motors are a key component of this vision.

Explore our Timeline

Scroll down to discover the key moments that have shaped Marathon Motors over more than a century of operation.

2024

Historic Milestone: WEG Acquisition

Marathon Motors acquired by WEG group effective 1st May '24 from Regal Rexnord.

This acquisition marks a new chapter for Marathon Motors, combining our century-long expertise with WEG group's global reach.

2024

2021

Corporate Transformation

Regal Beloit becomes Regal Rexnord effective 4th October 2021.

2021

2017

New Facility

Marathon Ahmedabad was incepted.

2017

2007

Global Growth

Regal Beloit acquired Alstom Industrial Products Limited and named its Kolkata India Plant as Marathon Electric.

2007

2004

Strategic Expansion

Regal Beloit acquired GE Commercial Motors. This included Faridabad, India Plant.

2004

1998

Identity Change

GEC Alsthom rebranded as Alstom.

1998

1997

New Ownership

Regal Beloit acquired Marathon Electric.

1997

1989

Corporate Merger

GEC UK merged with Alsthom SA of France to form GEC Alsthom.

1989

1986

International Recognition

Generators made by Marathon were chosen as backups of the lighting ceremony of the Statue of Liberty.

1986

1960

Strategic Growth

Purchase of Generator Manufacturing Group Marathon Special Product.

1960

1940

Establishment

Marathon's National Headquarter was built.

1940

1938

GEC Expansion

GEC UK started motor factory at Kolkata.

1938

1922

Brand Identity

Generation of trademark "Marathon OK".

1922

1914

Early Innovation

Design of 1/4 HP washing machine motor.

1914

1913

Marathon's Birth

Marathon Company was founded.

1913

1886

GEC Origins

GEC was founded in UK.

1886

The Next Chapter of Our Story

As part of the WEG Group, we are ready to continue our tradition of innovation and excellence in a new era.

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