Duravant to acquire packaging automation systems manufacturer Pattyn

Duravant, a global equipment and automation solutions provider to the food processing, packaging and material handling sectors, enters into a definitive agreement to acquire the Pattyn Group BV, a designer and manufacturer of automation systems specializing in B2B packaging. Headquartered in Bruges, Belgium, Pattyn has over 70 years of expertise in machinery design and turnkey systems for counting, weighing, filling, and packing technologies for food, ingredients, and various non-food sectors.

“We are extremely excited to partner with Pattyn,” said Mike Kachmer, chair & CEO of Duravant. “Pattyn has a rich history delivering high quality solutions to a global customer base in over 80 countries. Their impressive growth is attributed to their unwavering focus on customer satisfaction and building lasting relationships, which aligns perfectly with Duravant’s dedication to ensuring customer success.”

Pattyn operates out of six specialized manufacturing sites in Belgium, France and Spain and has sales and service divisions in North America and Asia.

“We are thrilled to join forces with Duravant and collaborate with their family of world-class brands,” said company owner Lynn Pattyn. “Duravant has a leading position across a wide array of end markets, from food & beverage to consumer goods, agriculture and industrial goods, to logistics and e-commerce. Pattyn’s opportunity to expand into new end markets with Duravant is core to our growth vision. But what’s most exciting is that Duravant’s customer-centric culture aligns perfectly with Pattyn’s commitment to delivering an excellent customer experience. We share that same DNA.”

Pattyn represents a strategic acquisition for Duravant, expanding the company’s packaging machinery portfolio with new solutions.

The transaction, which is subject to regulatory approvals, is expected to close in Q2 2025. Following the close of the transaction, Pattyn will be a distinct operating company within Duravant’s Packaging Solutions Group. The current Pattyn Group management team will continue to oversee operations after the completion of the sale.

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