De Roeve and Down2Earth Propel Regional Automation Expansion

De Roeve, established in 1991 and a prominent figure in Belgium's industrial automation sector, is set to augment its market presence with the strategic partnership of Down2Earth Capital III (D2E). The company, under the stewardship of founder Koen De Roeve, along with key partners Tom Maddalena and Peter Vangronsveld, has garnered acclaim from major Tier-1 clients, including giants like Pfizer and Novartis, due to their advanced technological solutions. This collaboration manifests as D2E becomes a capital associate, supporting De Roeve's ambitious plans to form a top-tier automation group traversing Belgium and the Netherlands. They intend to accomplish this by integrating various entities specializing in industrial automation and leveraging innovative platforms to attract burgeoning entrepreneurs. Both parties emphasize sustainable growth and dedication to fostering an environment of reliability and practicality. From D2E's perspective, as articulated by Alain Keppens, the acquisition is integral to their strategy of buy-and-build, demonstrated by their investment in their third fund. De Roeve's established ethos and high client satisfaction rate further reinforced their decision to partner with them.