About Juan Gili

Experts in
water blocking
soft yarns and
tapes solutions
for the cable industry

From 1960

Founded in the 1960s in Spain and transformed over the years, today JuanGili S.L. is a third-generation family-owned company, manufacturer of Water Swellable SAFT™ Soft Yarns, Cords and Ropes, and a supplier of textile solutions for technical applications in the energy and telecommunications market.

"The continuity of generations in the business adds responsibility, reflecting a strong personal commitment to the quality of our products." We are very proud of our R&D centre's work, which develops unique textile solutions for our customers, offering faster and superior water absorption, greater tensile strength, optimal wet and dry diameters, and other technical characteristics based on customers' technical demands. It is incredible to be part of the progress and the development of new technical solutions in the cable industry.

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Timeline

Juan Gili S.L. is a family business transformed over the years, continuously striving to offer the best textile
solutions in the market, operating in a sustainable and environmentally committed way and having an
open eye for the future.

1960 – We have started manufacturing

  • Different yarns for the industrial and agricultural sectors.

1989 – We have started manufacturing

  • Water Swellable SAF™ Soft Yarns, Cords and Ropes, designed for power cables, telecom and special cables.

2014 – We have started developing, designing and own manufacturing

  • Non-woven and other technical fabrics, including those based on SAF™ and Biodegradable Materials (PVHO).

2019 – Quality Management System

  • Certificate ISO 9001: 2015.

2020 – Cutting and winding

  • We have opened Cutting & winding center in Spain.

2021 – Certifications

  • Environmental ISO 14001:2015 & Occupational Health and Safety ISO 45001:2018.

2025 – Cutting and winding expansion

  • New cutting centre expanding our capacity to 150 Tn per month.

Our expert team

The integrity and ambition of our qualified professionals provide solutions to different
industrial sectors, reflecting our company's values and our commitment to the environment.
We value, support and encourage our team to reach their personal best, wanting to improve people's
lives and live up to that commitment by actively improving the community in which we work and live.

We are JGili

Committed to innovation

Aerial view of a green forest representing sustainability and environmental responsibility

Sustainable & Responsible

We care about people, planet and
responsible manufacturing.

Industrial technician inspecting electrical cable installation in a manufacturing environment

Experienced

With over six decades in technical textiles and more than 30 years specializing in Water Blocking Swellable SAF™ Soft Yarns, Cords, Ropes, and Tapes, the company is a trusted expert in advanced cable industry solutions.

Industrial cable manufacturing facility with organized material reels in production area

Recognized

Our products are used by the top cable
manufacturers in Europe and Asia.

Automated industrial cable production line with precision winding and insulation process

Competent

We design and produce unique, tailor-made water-blocking and other textile solutions based on customers’ technical requirements.

Eco-engineered soft yarns for
a greener cable industry
For a Greener Cable Industry

Reducing
carbon footprint

We operate exclusively with renewable energy generated by our own mini-hydroelectric power station, supplying all our manufacturing, cutting, and warehouse facilities. This system helps us optimize energy efficiency and strengthen our industrial sustainability. As part of our continuous improvement plan, we will replace all lighting systems with LED technology within the next year to further reduce electricity consumption.

Corporate social
responsibility

We continuously enhance the working conditions of our employees and partners by ensuring safe, healthy, and supportive workplaces that foster well-being and long-term collaboration.

Reducing waste
and packaging

Our manufacturing relies on low-waste technologies that minimize environmental impact and promote industrial sustainability. Juan Gili S.L. implements a certified waste and packaging recycling system that includes sorting, reuse, and proper disposal, in compliance with Spanish environmental regulations.

We also reduce paper use through digitalization and an integrated business management software to improve efficiency and sustainability.

Improving raw material
sustainability

Sourcing sustainable raw materials is a key part of our environmental strategy. All our suppliers hold ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management and most are certified with ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management standards. Every material used in our manufacturing process is free from child labor and complies with CLP regulations, ensuring it is non-hazardous to health or the environment.

Our sustainability
program strategy

Our sustainability program is guided by the EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System (EMS) and EN ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) standards.

These principles ensure continuous improvement in environmental protection, workplace safety, and responsible manufacturing through a clear 4-step strategy focused on sustainable growth and social responsibility.

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