Marchal (business)
Marchal is a historic French automotive components brand, best known for producing lighting equipment, horns, and spark plugs for motor vehicles. The brand was acquired by Valeo in the 1980s, which integrated its product lines into its automotive manufacturing operations.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
France
HQ City
Neuilly-sur-Seine
Founded
1923
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Euronext Paris
Tax Domicile
FR
Ultimate Parent
Valeo SE
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1923
Company founded
Pierre Marchal founded the company specializing in automotive lighting and electrical components.
1980
Acquisition by Valeo
The brand was integrated into the Valeo group following the acquisition of SEV-Marchal.