Our Vision
From Rick Racing to Rick Innovations, we have grown through a passion for technology and a desire to transform logistics. Today, we offer a complete portfolio of automated ramps that simplify processes, cut costs, and make transport smarter.
Meet the Founders
Luiz Henrique de Costa
My name is Luiz Henrique de Costa, an Italian entrepreneur driven by technological innovation, resilience, and a strategic vision that has shaped my entire career. Coming from a family of entrepreneurs — my mother in the service sector and my father in industry — I grew up immersed in discipline, management, and the creativity required to build successful businesses.
At the age of 13, I began working in my family’s hardware store, where I first gained experience in customer service, logistics, and organisation. Shortly afterwards, I moved into the industrial sector, working with tooling and mould-making companies. These experiences gave me a strong foundation in precision machining, CNC programming, and the design of moulds and specialised tools.
By the age of 20, I was already working independently as a project developer, combining technical expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit. In 2012, I founded Skala Matrizes, a company recognised for its precision machining and the production of large welding jigs for the automotive sector. Two years later, inspired by my passion for motorbikes, I launched a new venture — Rick Racing — initially dedicated to crafting bespoke racing exhausts.
Through direct contact with riders and racetracks, I identified a gap in the market that led to the creation of the first automated ramp for motorcycle transport. This innovation powered the company’s expansion into a full range of electric, sustainable, and internationally patented ramps. Today, Rick Racing offers more than 20 exclusive models, including modular and adjustable solutions for pickups, vans, trucks, and motorhomes.
I am now focused on Rick Innovations, based in Northern Ireland, established to scale this technology globally and position it as a hub for sustainable mobility and logistics. I believe in combining deep technical knowledge with strategic vision to deliver scalable solutions that create jobs, strengthen the economy, and export innovation with a lasting positive impact.
Cristiane Helena Hoffmann de Costa
With a degree in Economics, I built a solid career in procurement for large companies, gaining extensive experience in negotiation and decision-making under high-demand and budget-constrained environments. Throughout my career, I have been guided by three core values: effective negotiation, financial organisation, and integrity.
I have led cost-reduction projects, implemented ERP systems, and managed teams with a balance of strategic insight and data-driven analysis. Over time, I realised I could go beyond the corporate world. This drive led me towards entrepreneurship, where I found the opportunity to combine my professional expertise with my desire to innovate.
Today, I am the co-founder of a business dedicated to logistics innovation, focused on developing automated ramps for transporting motorcycles and other cargo. For me, this is more than just a product — it is a way to transform real needs into practical solutions that deliver safety, sustainability, and efficiency.
I believe entrepreneurship is about creating intelligent solutions that look beyond the present, generating real value for both people and businesses. This is the commitment I bring to every project: combining strategic vision with hands-on experience to build a more efficient and sustainable future.