The History of Zodiac

Since its birth as an aeronautical company in 1896, Zodiac has enjoyed an eventful 100+ year history.

• 1896 – Founded as " Mallet, Mélandri et de Pitray", specializing in non-rigid airships.

• 1909 - The Zodiac brand is registered.

• 1975 - Creation of the first Zodiac flexible pool, influenced by inflatable boat technology.

• 1983 - Zodiac establishes a presence in Australia.

• 1996 - Zodiac acquires Baracuda, an established international pool cleaner company.

• 1996 - Zodiac acquires Driclad, Australia’s leading manufacturer of above-ground pools.

• 2001 - Zodiac acquires Australian-based Clearwater Products, manufacturer of salt water chlorinators.

• 2005 - Zodiac acquires Polaris Pool Systems, a leading supplier of quality pool equipment.

• 2007 - Zodiac Marine Segment with Jandy Pool Products of USA merge to become Zodiac Marine & Pool.