The Sidel Group is expanding its offering in labelling technologies, and broadening its reach in key market segments, with the acquisition of Makro Labelling.
Makro Labelling is a modular labelling machine company that was founded in 2009 by five partners who remain at the forefront of the company today. Makro’s machines can label up to five items per bottle in cold glue, hot glue, self-adhesive, and combination versions.
The acquisition is also expected to ignite a further phase of international development for Makro Labelling.
“We are excited to be able to offer enriched labelling expertise and even greater flexibility to our customers, strengthening our position in labelling solutions and broadening our reach in dynamic markets such as wine, spirits, food, home and personal care,” said Monica Gimre, CEO and president at Sidel.
“We will capitalise on the success already reached by Makro Labelling, built on expertise, innovation and operational agility.
“The low and medium-speed modular labelling machines made by Makro will complement our leading higher-speed technologies that are manufactured in our factory in Mantova, Italy, and integrated into Sidel’s packaging lines.”
Sidel has been developing labelling solutions for the past 40 years, with its own labelling plant where it has advanced its labelling technologies, reaching speeds of 90,000 containers per hour, which are integrated into Sidel’s complete lines and Super Combi series.
“Joining forces with Sidel is an opportunity for further development and growth for Makro Labelling,” said Simone Marcantoni, managing director at Makro Labelling.
“After the acquisition, Makro will maintain its full autonomy as a unit of the Sidel Group and will continue to operate independently from its current headquarters.
“At the same time, we will be able to leverage and develop interesting synergies, exchange best practices, and offer an even richer experience for our employees and a broader portfolio to our customers.”
Sidel says its pairing with Makro, a company which has grown rapidly with worldwide reach, offers a key opportunity for both parties.
