Hutchinson SA

Hiram Hutchinson and the founding of the Group

Hiram Hutchinson was a North American industrialist with British roots. He came to France in 1853, after acquiring the patent rights for rubber vulcanization from Charles Goodyear (Goodyear). That same year, he founded Hutchinson, called then "La Compagnie du Caoutchouc Souple" - The "Soft Rubber Company". Back in the U.S., Hutchinson researched further applications for rubber. The results of his studies led to a variety of products manufactured by the group today.

In the early years, Hutchinson was involved in the manufacture of boots.

In the 1900s, Hutchinson diversified its operations from tire manufacturing and began producing coated canvases for aircraft and airships. The company also expanded into other areas, including clothing, automobiles, heavyweights, belts, and more.

Since 1970, Hutchinson has been a subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a global producer and supplier of hydrocarbons and other energy sources.

Unification of brands

In March 2013, all Hutchinson entities were brought together under a single commercial brand. The Hutchinson brand identity was redesigned with a new logo and tagline.

In January 2019, Hutchinson announced the acquisition of Midé Technology Corporation, a U.S. engineering company specializing in smart materials and mechatronics. That same year, Hutchinson also acquired a majority stake in TCSA, a company specializing in engine thermal management, and finalized the acquisition of PFW Aerospace, a specialist in aeronautical tubing and ducting previously owned by Airbus.

In February 2026, Hutchinson announced the acquisition of Cox & Co Company (a U.S. leader in low‑power de‑icing solutions) and its subsidiary Prime Technology (a U.S. expert in naval and industrial instrumentation), further strengthening its position as a Tier‑1 strategic partner in the aerospace sector.

Markets

In addition to being one of the world's largest players in the rubber market, Hutchinson is also present in the automotive, aerospace, railway, industrial, defense, energy and cycling sectors.

Automotive and e-Mobility

Hutchinson provides automotive seals, fluid transfer systems, and vibration control technologies that reduce noise and improve comfort. Hutchinson’s products can be found on car models such as the Mazda 3.

Aerospace and Defense

In the aerospace industry, Hutchinson provides engine systems, ducting and other components that improve aircraft performance and safety. They also play a role in the defense sector, providing armor technology and defense-related products.

New Energy and Industry

Hutchinson supplies the industrial and mobility sectors with elastomers for a wide range of applications.

Hutchinson has acquired many companies with varying expertise. In 1974 Hutchinson acquired Paulstra, a company which specializes in vibration and acoustic insulation.

In United States Hutchinson acquired in 1996 the Corduroy Rubber Company in Grand Rapids, MI, calling for many years Paustra CRC and later only Hutchinson. In 1998 acquired the National O-Rings in Downey, CA and Stillman Seal in Carlsbad, CA.

The company made multiple acquisitions in 2019. In January, Hutchinson announced the acquisition of an American parts manufacturer called Midé Technology.

In September, Hutchinson acquired a thermal management company called TCSA from Mann+Hummel. “TCSA is now a joint venture between the two companies, dedicated to thermal management and cooling systems for vehicles, particularly EV and HEV and integrated in Hutchinson’s FMS (Fluid Management Systems) activity.”