The year was 1997 when Cristobal Espinosa arrived home with a truck and a tail lift, carrying a bold vision that would become a business. Globen’s story found its roots in Villena, where a family’s determination set the course for what would become a cornerstone in the lifting sector.
Fast forward twenty-five years, and the company is celebrating a quarter century of growth. Today’s manager, Jose Luis Espinosa, along with his brother Cristian Espinosamelt away with pride when recounting the startup days. They remember their parents, Cristobal Espinosa and Maria Dolores Puig, and how a simple idea about an unmet market need sparked a journey that would redefine their lives. The father’s “crazy” notion, dismissed by some at first, proved to be a forward-looking observation that would shape a lasting enterprise. Was he visionary, or just bold? Time has given the answer.
Joseph Luis speaks with emotion about the firm’s evolution. He notes that twenty-five years on, the fleet includes 200 lifting devices, a testament to steady growth and strategic reinvestment. The words reflect the family’s deep pride and shared purpose that has carried the company through every milestone.
The family has always stood at the center. María Dolores, the matriarch, is described as tidy, organized, and deeply grounded, a steady force who keeps the entire operation coherent. Her influence is evident in the orderly processes and the culture of responsibility that permeates every team. The story is as much theirs as it is Globen’s, with each generation contributing its own piece to the ongoing puzzle of success.
Globen’s strong commitment to modernization is clear. The fleet includes a growing share of electric equipment, a choice that minimizes atmospheric emissions and aligns with the company’s mission to treat the planet with respect. Each anniversary year has brought another step forward, a symbol of progress and the company’s determination to lead by example with 100% electric machinery—25 forklifts, one for every year of operation, representing a pledge to sustainability and reliability.
Behind Globen is a dedicated team committed to turning ambition into results. Jose Luis often expresses gratitude to everyone who has sustained the company. The journey has involved many collaborators who have stood by the project through challenges and triumphs alike. Their collective effort has made the path to the top possible, and the appreciation—shared with a sincere voice—echoes through every success the company celebrates.
As a family business with a footprint in the Spanish Levant, Globen maintains its headquarters in Villena and Elche, along with logistics centers in Novelda and Valencia. The business centers on high quality and safety standards and cooperates with leading brands in the market, ensuring customers receive dependable, state-of-the-art lifting solutions. The company’s ethos centers on performance, safety, and customer satisfaction, reinforced by a culture of continuous improvement and responsible growth.
To foster a passion for lifting, Globen offers training programs for lift platform operators (MEWP). The instruction leverages the base infrastructure in Villena, including classrooms for theory and practical areas where lifting platforms are operated under close supervision by experienced professionals. The training emphasizes safety, efficiency, and practical know-how, ensuring operators are ready to perform at the highest standards.
On his 50th birthday, Jose Luis emphasized the company’s ongoing mission: to protect its identity as a provider of high-quality lifting platforms and to stay at the forefront with the most advanced solutions and equipment. He stressed service excellence and the synergy between experience, youth, and dedication, hoping to celebrate many more milestones as the firm grows—with passion, resilience, and a clear sense of purpose.
This is Globen’s story—a story sparked by Cristóbal’s decision to bring a platform home and launch a life-changing venture alongside his wife, Mª Dolores, and the many people who have contributed from Alicante and beyond. The journey continues, driven by a shared belief in quality, safety, and the power of a family-led enterprise.
Note: The company remains committed to sustainable growth, safety-first practices, and the continual pursuit of excellence in lifting technology. The narrative honors the people who helped Globen become what it is today, while looking ahead to a future defined by innovation and responsible leadership.
Locations: Globen operates across multiple sites in the region to serve clients efficiently and safely.