33
Repair and maintenance of machinery
This CAEN division covers all activities of repair and maintenance of machinery and equipment in industry, agriculture, construction and other sectors, except for vehicles and electronic appliances. If you run a business dealing with troubleshooting industrial machinery, pumps, compressors or engines, this is your code. Practically, any machine that produces or transforms something – from a hydraulic press to a tractor – falls here, as long as it is not a transport vehicle or a household electrical device.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 33 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on repair and maintenance of machinery. It is ideal for founders aiming to offer specialized services or products in this economic niche within the Romanian market.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 33 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
Repair and maintenance of machinery
Repair and maintenance of machinery is an essential component of the Romanian economy, supporting the operation of the entire industrial chain. Without these services, machinery in factories, farms and construction sites would stop, generating huge losses. CAEN Division 33 covers all maintenance and repair activities for machinery and equipment, except for those intended for road or air transport. In Romania, this niche has grown steadily with the development of the industrial park, but also due to the need to extend the lifespan of old machinery, as new equipment investments are often costly. Entrepreneurs in this field face challenges related to the training of specialized workforce, access to spare parts and demand fluctuations driven by economic cycles. As technology advances, increasingly complex equipment emerges, requiring digital skills and advanced knowledge of mechatronics. However, opportunities are great, especially in areas with high industrial concentration, such as petrochemical platforms, steel mills or large agricultural farms. Moreover, the transition to a greener economy brings additional maintenance needs for renewable energy equipment, such as wind turbines or solar panels. Thus, Division 33 remains a stable sector with good growth prospects for those who invest in quality and specialization.
Included Activities
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of engines and turbines, except aircraft, motor vehicles and motorcycles engines
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of pumping equipment and compressors
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of bearings, gears, transmission organs
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of furnaces, kilns and burners
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of lifting and handling equipment
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of machines and equipment for industry and agriculture
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of air conditioning and ventilation equipment, except domestic
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of other general-purpose machinery and equipment n.e.c.
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of machine tools
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of machinery for mining and construction
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of machinery for food, beverage and tobacco processing
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of machinery for textile, apparel and leather
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of machinery for paper and cardboard
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of machinery for rubber and plastics processing
- ✅ Repair and maintenance of other special-purpose machinery and equipment n.e.c.
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Repair and maintenance of aircraft engines (included in division 30)
- ❌ Repair and maintenance of motor vehicles (included in divisions 45 or 95)
- ❌ Repair and maintenance of motorcycles (included in divisions 45 or 95)
- ❌ Repair of computer and communication equipment (included in division 95)
- ❌ Repair of household goods (included in division 95)
- ❌ Industrial cleaning of machinery (included in division 81)
- ❌ Installation and assembly of machinery (included in divisions 33.20, 43 or 71)
- ❌ Manufacture of machinery and equipment (included in divisions 28-30)
Similar or Related CAEN Codes:
From the same category of economic activities:
Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 33?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "repair and maintenance of machinery" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 33?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 33. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.