Automation solutions company establishes operations in Mexico and SE Asia to enhance sales and service support in the regions
Downers Grove, IL (January 24, 2025) – Duravant LLC (“Duravant”), a global engineered equipment and automation solutions provider to the food processing, packaging and material handling sectors, announced the opening of new country headquarters in Mexico and Thailand as part of its ongoing efforts to expand its international operations and enhance its service capabilities in key global markets.
These strategic office openings mark a significant milestone in the company’s global growth strategy, underscoring its commitment to supporting customers and partners in high-demand regions.
The new offices in Queretaro, Mexico, and Bangkok, Thailand, will enable Duravant to provide localized sales, technical assistance, and after-sales services tailored to the unique needs of each region. With a dedicated team of professionals in each location, the company will be able to deliver enhanced solutions, foster closer relationships with customers, and offer faster, more responsive services to meet the increasing demand for automation solutions in these rapidly growing markets.
"Expanding our infrastructure in Mexico and Southeast Asia is a major step in our mission to provide world-class support to our customers around the globe," says Petros Diamantides, Duravant’s Chief Operating Officer, Emerging Markets. “Our current customers in these regions will benefit from a differentiated service and support model, local availability of parts, and broad-based technical support through the Duravant Lifecycle Services framework.”
The company's premium portfolio of automation equipment, integration services, and aftermarket support will be delivered locally in collaboration with its eighteen operating companies who serve a diverse customer base across more than 190 countries. “Our teams in Mexico and Thailand are excited to accelerate the growth of our industry-leading brands in these two fast-growing regions, further cementing Duravant’s position as a trusted partner in the global marketplace.”
“The infrastructure investments we are making in the fast-growing Mexican market will strengthen our ability to serve our customers across Duravant’s Protein Processing, Food Sorting and Handling, Packaging Equipment and Material Handling segments,” says Oscar Ortega, Managing Director, Duravant Mexico.
“Mexico is a country undergoing industrial expansion, and we have developed local expertise to help guide customers throughout their automation journey.”
“Southeast Asia is a melting pot of diverse cultures, and changing consumer demand is driving investments by our customers in the region for automation. Sectors such as food, agriculture and logistics are evolving rapidly and are undergoing a transformative evolution,” says Chris Omiecinski, Managing Director, Duravant Thailand. “Duravant’s expansion in Southeast Asia represents our dedication to providing full-service solutions that cater to the distinct requirements of the market.”
In addition to expanding its operations in Mexico and Thailand, Duravant is actively investing in other key regions to strengthen its international network. “This global expansion reflects Duravant's ongoing dedication to providing top-tier products and services, tailored to the specific needs of customers worldwide,” says Diamantides.
About Duravant
Headquarted in Downers Grove, IL, USA, Duravant is a global automation equipment company with manufacturing, sales and service facilities throughout North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Through their portfolio of operating companies, Duravant delivers trusted end-to-end process solutions for customers and partners through engineering and integration expertise, project management and operational excellence. With worldwide sales distribution and service networks, they provide immediate and lifetime aftermarket support to all the markets they serve in the food processing, packaging and material handling sectors. Duravant’s market-leading brands are synonymous with innovation, durability and reliability. For more information, visit www.duravant.com.