Rütschi celebrates 80 years of industrial expertise rooted in Alsace, serving the French and international nuclear industry

ILLZACH, Haut-Rhin, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rütschi, a newcleo Group company specialising in the design and manufacture of pumps, is today celebrating its 80th anniversary in Illzach, near Mulhouse. Founded in Switzerland in 1946 and established in Alsace since 1970, the company has supported the development of the French nuclear industry for more than half a century. The anniversary celebrates the teams and industrial expertise that today enable Rütschi to serve the existing nuclear fleet while preparing for the next generations of reactors in France and internationally.

With more than 5,200 pumps delivered to over 110 nuclear power plants worldwide, including all French nuclear power plants, Rütschi has built up recognised industrial expertise. Its equipment performs essential functions in cooling, safety and effluent management. As a designer and manufacturer of highly technical equipment, the company supports its customers throughout the lifetime of their facilities, ensuring their continued operational performance through the supply of spare parts and maintenance services.