28 November 1954 is truly memorable in the history of the Picañol company, as it was the day that saw Picañol celebrate in style. The small company that started business before the Second World War had gradually become a world player. The number of employees had already increased to 700, meaning that Picañol made a significant contribution to employment in the region of Ieper. The festivities started with an assembly at the company buildings of management and employees. With the Picañol Brass Band leading the way, those gathered left in procession for the cathedral to attend the jubilee mass. First, a floral wreath was placed at the monument of the fallen. Then the delegation was received at the city hall, where 41 people were decorated. The merit of the two pioneers of 'weefautomaten Picanol NV', had not gone unnoticed by the city council. They were very much aware of what our company had meant for the city. Thus, as a token of appreciation, Karel Steverlynck and Jaimé Picañol were appointed the first honorary citizens of the city of Ieper, and they were not even natives of Ieper.
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