Established in 1949 by Rene Corthouts, the Recor Group is one of Europe’s leading producers of high-quality furniture. The company has hitherto enjoyed its greatest success in its native Belgium, but is active across Europe, most notably in Great Britain and France. Now managed by Philippe Corthouts, Recor is divided into four separate organisations, and includes, amongst its range of offerings, beds both electric and static, mattresses, suites and sofa beds, dining and bedroom furniture. The vast majority of these are sold directly to retailers, and only a small percentage are sent through wholesalers. The company employs approximately 1000 people, and enjoys a turnover in excess of 130 million euros.