History
The history of the STAKO brand dates back to the 1960s, when the company began its operations by manufacturing tanks and cisterns. Over the following decades, the company consistently expanded, advanced technologically, and established strategic partnerships, including with the German IFA group and Fiat. Since 2011, STAKO had been part of the Worthington Cylinders group—the largest American manufacturer of pressure vessels—and from June 2021 it became part of the Canadian group Westport Fuel Systems, a global supplier of advanced fuel systems based on clean and low-emission fuels for the automotive industry.
In 2025, the Westport Group implemented a change in the ownership structure of its European Light Duty segment, transferring it to the Dutch investment fund Heliaca Investments. As a result, the business was formally divided into two independent entities: Westport Canada and Westport Fuel Systems headquartered in Europe. STAKO remained an integral part of the European structure of Westport Fuel Systems, continuing the development of alternative fuel solutions and the production of LPG tanks.
Over the past 30 years, the company has supplied tanks to leading automotive manufacturers worldwide, including VW, Renault, Dacia, Fiat, Hyundai, Opel, Ford, Maruti Suzuki, and many others. Our goal is to continue growing and shaping the future of the STAKO brand based on innovative and environmentally friendly technological solutions. Proud of our achievements and the trust placed in us by our customers and partners, we strive to keep delivering reliable and increasingly advanced products, remaining the first choice in the automotive industry.
1967 Michał Staniuk founds the Metal Plant, Locksmith and Boiler Shop
Year 1967 - this year Michał Staniuk founds the Metal Plant, Locksmith and Boiler Shop.
1980 Began production of containers and metal structures
In the 1980's, the company began production of metal structures and containers in co-operation with German IFA.
1989 Started supplying parts for mass-produced Fiat cars
Since, 1989 under the new name of "Metal Devices Plant STAKO", the company started supplying various body parts for mass-produced Fiat passenger cars.
1993 Began production of pressure tanks for propane-butane
Looking for new strategic directions, the company began production of pressure tanks for propane-butane mixture for the emerging auto-gas market.
1995 The first toroidal tanks in Poland and one of the first in Europe
The first in Poland and one of the first in Europe, the company developed and started serial production of LPG toroidal tanks, typically mounted in the trunk in the place of the spare tyre.
2001 STAKO begins its expansion into international markets
Since early 2000's STAKO begins its expansion into international markets. STAKO products reach over 40 countries on 5 continents.
2005 Started working with the automotive OEM industry as Tier1 supplier
The first experience with automotive industry goes back to 2005. Since then, STAKO products become the first choice of European automotive OEM's.
2011 Joined Worthington Cylinders
In 2011 STAKO joined Worthington Cylinders, World largest manufacturer of pressure cylinders.
2020 Refreshed well-recognized STAKO brand
In 2020 the company refreshed well-recognized STAKO brand with updated logo and refreshed Ci system that combines the elements that are most associated with STAKO brand, but also emphasize its innovation. The main color remains orange, which is associated with STAKO's legacy, but also symbolizes positive energy. World-class quality is represented by the signet shaped tank cross-section, which underlines exclusivity in the automotive industry. We are proud of the brand that has been developed over the years, but at the same time we look forward to our future and new goals ahead of us.
2021 STAKO joins Westport Fuel Systems Group
STAKO joins Westport Fuel Systems Group, a leading provider of advanced power systems for clean, low-carbon fuels such as natural gas, renewable natural gas, propane and hydrogen for the global automotive industry
2025 Change of ownership to Helica Investments
In 2025, the Westport Group is implementing a change in the ownership structure of its European Light-Duty segment, transferring it to the Dutch investment fund Heliaca Investments. STAKO remains an integral part of the European structure of Westport Fuel Systems.
Go! To the future.
