Lumotech (Pty) Ltd., originally founded as Derek Riley & Co. (Pty) Ltd. in South Africa in 1957, underwent a series of transformations. In 1967, the company relocated to Uitenhage and was renamed Hella (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd. In 1989, Hella Germany sold 40% of its shares to Metair Investments limited, with Metair eventually acquiring the remaining shares in 1993. Subsequently, in March 2009, the company underwent another name change to Lumotech (Pty) Ltd.

The company holds a BBBEE level 3 rating, supported by Metair's full empowerment status. Notably, Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) acquired an equity stake in Metair in a deal concluded in November 2006, effective from January 2007. Lumotech® benefits from various facilities and technical resources through technical aid agreements with Hella Germany, Automotive Lighting, and Koito in Japan.

Lumotech® is renowned for its commitment to quality and reliability. Its product range encompasses automotive components such as headlights, tail lights, spotlights, signal lights, and specialized plastic injection moldings. Leveraging its expertise in injection molding, Lumotech® extends its skills to diverse markets. The manufacturing process involves a broad range of thermoplastic and thermosetting raw materials, sourced both locally and internationally. The company employs Hot Plate, Vibration, and Ultrasonic welding techniques in daily assembly operations.

Recent initiatives focus on streamlining production and optimizing factory utilization, positioning Lumotech® as a competitive supplier to domestic and export markets. The customer base includes major vehicle manufacturers (OEM) and their dealer networks, covering the Original Equipment, Replacement, and Parts & Accessories (P&A) segments. Lumotech® holds accreditations for various international standards, including ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 50001:2018, and Q1 from Ford, attesting to its commitment to quality and efficient business processes.

The company takes pride in its highly experienced and dedicated workforce, proficient in a wide range of complex functions. Lumotech®'s core values, emphasizing customer orientation, employee participation, honesty, integrity, and reliability, align with a commitment to a non-discriminatory, healthy, and safe working environment, complementing the values of creativity and innovation.