Donaldson is a leading global provider of filtration systems and replacement parts founded in 1915 with over 12,600 employees worldwide. Donaldson established its European operations in Belgium in 1966, and has since expanded to over 40 legal entities throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa, operating 9 production plants, 34 sales offices and service centers, and 2 distribution centers with over 2,800 employees. Donaldson's business units in Europe include Engine Systems & Technologies, Advanced Filtration, Gas Turbine Filtration, Industrial Air Filtration & Industrial Hydraulics, and Compressed Air and Process Filtration.