Pelikan Pelifix Glue Stick

Brand Heritage and Evolution

Pelikan is one of the world's oldest trademarked brands, with roots dating back to 1838 when chemist Carl Hornemann founded a color and ink factory in Hanover, Germany. The Pelifix glue stick is a staple of their stationery line, known for being solvent-free and washable, catering to school and office environments.

Ownership and Manufacturing

While Pelikan's heritage is deeply German, the brand's ownership has transitioned over the decades to reflect a more international corporate structure. Following a period of ownership by the Malaysian Pelikan Group Berhad, the Pelikan brand and its distribution rights were acquired by the French stationery giant Hamelin Group in late 2023. Hamelin, headquartered in Hérouville-Saint-Clair, France, is a major player in the European school and office supplies market. Due to the scale of their operations, manufacturing for common stationery items like the Pelifix glue stick occurs across multiple global locations including Germany and other specialized production facilities managed by the parent group.