Pezzutti Buys Socopet Tech for Recycled PET Packaging

Italian packaging giant Pezzutti Group spa has strategically acquired the advanced technologies of Socopet srl, a Piedmont-based innovator in recycled PET containers for sauces and condiments. This significant transaction, valued at approximately €4 million, marks a pivotal step for Pezzutti in expanding its sustainable packaging solutions.

The deal has resulted in the formation of a new entity, Socopet Group. Investors from the original Socopet have contributed the company's operational assets to this new venture. Pezzutti Group injected €3 million in capital, securing a 75% stake in the newly formed company. The remaining 25% is held by the founding shareholders of Socopet, including brothers Andrea Petrini and Marco Petrini, who will continue to manage the business.

Socopet Group, headquartered in Rivalta Scrivia (Alessandria), commences operations with a substantial €4 million share capital, a 15,000 square meter production facility, and an initial workforce of 27 employees, with plans for expansion. This integration leverages Socopet's specialized expertise in blow molding lightweight, shatterproof containers from 100% recycled PET, a critical capability in the growing market for eco-friendly food packaging. The market for sustainable packaging is experiencing robust growth, driven by consumer demand and regulatory pressures, with recycled PET (rPET) being a key material in this shift.

Pezzutti Group, a well-established leader in plastic injection molding and mold manufacturing based in Friuli, brings significant scale and financial strength to the partnership. In 2025, Pezzutti reported revenues nearing €103 million and an EBITDA of €9.7 million, supported by substantial net liquidity of nearly €26 million. The company's history includes a management buyout in 2010, supported by Friulia, which retains a 33.3% ownership. Pezzutti also recently secured a €10 million six-year minibond, underscoring its financial capacity for strategic growth initiatives.

Socopet srl, founded in 2013, has carved a niche by developing proprietary technology for large-scale production of containers for items like sauces, yogurts, and ice cream, all using rPET. The company's 2025 financials show revenues of €7.7 million and an EBITDA of €370,000. Prior to this acquisition, Socopet successfully raised capital through three equity crowdfunding rounds, demonstrating its innovative approach and ability to engage a broader investor base.

This strategic alignment is set to enhance the rigid packaging supply chain. Socopet's blow molding capabilities for PET/rPET bottles and containers will complement Pezzutti's injection molding expertise. The combined entity is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for sustainable and high-quality packaging solutions within the food and beverage sector, a trend that is reshaping the broader packaging industry.