2023 performance derived from exports. The company is expanding its North American site in Charlotte, North Carolina, to enhance its presence in the region, including a new 2,000-square-metre assembly hall, a larger office building with a training centre, and tailored service offerings.
“Continued growth is only possible in the long term through the further internationalisation of our business activities,” explains Marcel Kiessling.
This focus on international expansion is balanced by a strong commitment to innovation at home. Schubert maintains a high in-house production rate of 53%, supported by subsidiaries like Schubert Fertigungstechnik GmbH, which manufactures mechanical components using 3D printing, and Schubert System Elektronik GmbH, which supplies electronic components. Together, these facilities enable Schubert to mitigate supply chain disruptions and maintain quality. Schubert produces approximately 140 packaging machines annually, two-thirds of which serve the food and confectionery sectors. With sustained growth for 13 consecutive years and a clear focus on digitalisation, automation, and sustainability, the company is well- positioned to lead the confectionery machinery industry into the future. “Our goal of building cost-effective machines and systems of the highest quality for our customers requires continuous investment in
The FR200 has transformed our packaging process, allowing us to meet growing demand while maintaining the
high quality our customers expect”
planet and their customers. Syntegon’s achievements in climate responsibility reflect many parallels with Schubert’s Mission Blue initiative, showing how the industry is aligning with broader global objectives, such as the 1.5°C target of the Paris Agreement. With sustainability becoming a cornerstone of their business strategies, these manufacturers are setting new benchmarks for the confectionery machinery industry. Sustainability is no longer an optional
effective production and assembly methods, which we are constantly reviewing and improving,” notes Ralf Schubert, Managing Partner and Head of Technology.
Ambitious targets for a sustainable tomorrow While Schubert focuses on cutting-edge robotics, energy-efficient manufacturing, and digitalisation, Syntegon has carved its path through validated climate targets and resource- efficient technologies. Both companies share a clear vision: to advance the global packaging and processing industry with a commitment to sustainable practices that benefit both the
pursuit—it is essential to the future of the industry. By aligning its goals with the global 1.5°C target, Syntegon is demonstrating how confectionery machinery manufacturers can combine environmental responsibility with cutting-edge innovation. With the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) officially validating its climate targets, the company is advancing its mission to redefine sustainability standards in packaging and processing. Syntegon’s validated climate strategy is built on bold and measurable goals. By 2030, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions—those generated directly from
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