DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Global engineered equipment and automation solutions provider Duravant has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Pattyn Group.
“We are extremely excited to partner with Pattyn,” said Mike Kachmer, chair and 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 Group, a Bruges, Belgium-based designer and manufacturer of B2B packaging automation systems, boasts more than 70 years of machinery design and turnkey systems experience. This strategic acquisition expands Duravant’s packaging machinery portfolio with Pattyn’s solution set for bakery applications, offering the company a deeper connection with the baking sector.
“Duravant is a true global organization with deep roots in Europe,” said Benjamin de Chilly, COO of Pattyn. “They have a strong manufacturing footprint on the continent with renowned automation equipment brands such as Mespack, Votech, Marelec, Foodmate, Henneken, Multiscan, FMH Conveyors and Motion06. They recently invested in emerging markets Brazil, Mexico, China and Thailand where they established local sales, parts and service infrastructure to enhance their ability to serve customers in those regions.”
“Pattyn’s opportunity to expand into new end markets with Duravant is core to our growth vision.” — Lynn Pattyn | co-owner and shareholder | Pattyn Group
Stan and Lynn Pattyn, third-generation owners and shareholders of Pattyn, along with de Chilly, have supported the company’s growth through innovation and development of new packaging technologies.
“Pattyn has had a strong track record of solid performance, and we know that our potential to grow faster will happen alongside a strong partner,” Stan said. “Through further investments in product development, operational excellence, and emerging market expansion, we will not only continue to thrive, but we will be empowered to better serve our customers and partners around the globe. Duravant is the perfect partner for the Pattyn Group and our employees.”
The packaging solutions company operates six specialized manufacturing sites across Belgium, France and Spain and has sales and service divisions in Asia and North America.
“We are thrilled to join forces with Duravant and collaborate with their family of world-class brands,” Lynn shared. “Duravant has a leading position across a wide array of end markets, from food and 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 excellent customer experience. We share that same DNA.”
The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2025, with the current Pattyn management team overseeing operations following the sale.
