What MG2 does

MG2 S.r.l. is an Italian privately held manufacturer of capsule filling and packaging machinery, headquartered in Pianoro (Bologna) within Italy's Packaging Valley, and operating under the family-owned H.P.F. S.r.l. holding group with its third generation of Gamberini family leadership. Founded in 1966, the company has built a six-decade track record of category-defining innovations, including the first continuous-motion capsule filler (1967), the first 100% net weight control system NETT (1996), and the first 100% in-process weight control system MultiNETT (2008).

The core product platform is the E Series (Essentia, Experta, Electa) of continuous-motion capsule filling machines, built on a unified Human-Centered Design platform with speeds ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 capsules/hour, complemented by the PLANETA 200 (over 150 units sold worldwide) and the PLANETA Q OEB5 containment filler. Supporting technology includes modular interchangeable dosing units for powder, pellets, tablets, micro-tablets, liquids, capsule-in-capsule, and DPI inhalation formulations; a family of statistical and 100% weight control systems (NETT, MultiNETT, iSWC, SNWC); containment solutions certified OEB3 to OEB5; and laboratory-scale equipment (FlexaLAB, Initia). A secondary Packaging Division supplies blistering, cartoning, tray forming, and palletizing machines, and MG2 also distributes the Qualicaps S-125 sealing machine under a 2024 global agreement.

The company sells capital equipment primarily to pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and CDMO customers, with secondary exposure to cosmetic, food, and R&D laboratory segments. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time machine sales (with payment terms of 40% deposit, 50% FAT, 10% SAT) complemented by recurring technical support services, validation, training, and spare parts. Distribution is executed through direct enterprise sales, a worldwide network of more than 40 agencies across 50+ countries, a wholly-owned US subsidiary (MG America Inc. in Fairfield, NJ), and dedicated in-house trial facilities (Pharma Zone). Major industry trade shows — Interpack, CPHI, ACHEMA, Pharmintech, and PMEC India — drive lead generation and customer engagement.

Name

MG2

Legal name

MG2 S.r.l.

Website

https://mg2.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

MG2 is a privately held Italian manufacturer founded in 1966 that designs continuous-motion capsule filling machines, weight control systems, containment solutions, and secondary packaging equipment primarily for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and CDMO customers across more than 50 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pharmaceutical Processing Equipment

NAICS

Packaging Machinery Manufacturing (333993), Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Filling & Dosing Equipment (Liquid, Powder, Aseptic) (IMALAOAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Filling & Dosing Machines (Liquid/Powder/Solid) (IMAHAOAF), Cartoning, Case Packing & Tray Loading Machines (IMALAOAE)

Keywords

• Capsule filling machines
• Pharmaceutical packaging equipment
• Containment systems
• Weight control technology
• DPI inhalation solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Bologna

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Capsule Filling Machines: Sale of capsule filling machines including PLANETA 200, PLANETA Q, E Series (Essentia, Experta, Electa), FlexaLAB, and Initia. Machines are sold with modular dosing units, weight control systems, and containment options. Payment terms structured as 40% deposit, 50% at FAT, 10% at SAT.
2. Packaging Machines: Secondary and end-of-line packaging machines including blistering and cartoning machines, tray formers, palletizing machines, and sealing machines like S-125.
3. Ancillary Machines and Equipment: Support equipment including automatic empty capsule feeders and sorters, polishing and selecting machines, weight control systems, and powder dosing heads for pre-formed containers.
4. Technical Support Services: Technical support department offering services throughout the product lifecycle including installation, commissioning, validation support, training, and machine revisions.
5. Spare Parts: Spare parts supply for machine maintenance and repairs.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

MG2 designs and manufactures continuous-motion capsule filling machines and secondary/end-of-line packaging equipment (blistering, cartoning, tray forming, palletizing) for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmetic and food industries. The portfolio spans R&D/lab-scale fillers through high-speed production machines up to 200,000 capsules/hour, with integrated weight control systems and OEB3–OEB5 containment for potent compounds. The company also provides lifecycle technical support, spare parts, and on-site trial facilities (Pharma Zone).

Product overview

MG2 is a leading manufacturer of capsule filling machines and packaging technology established in 1966 in Italy's Packaging Valley (Bologna). The product portfolio centers on the E Series capsule fillers (Essentia, Experta, Electa) featuring Human-Centered Design (HCD), complemented by PLANETA series (PLANETA 200, PLANETA Q) for high-speed and containment applications, FlexaLAB for R&D, and Initia for laboratory testing. Supporting systems include weight control technologies (NETT, MultiNETT, iSWC, SNWC, eSWC/Lab), containment solutions (OEB3-OEB5), and inhalation/DPI solutions. The Packaging Division offers blistering, cartoning, tray forming, and palletizing equipment. MG2 also provides ancillary machines (G28/T, S-125 sealing machine, Flexofill) and services including the Pharma Zone for trials and Technical Support Service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• E Series: A new generation of capsule filling machines inspired by human-centered design (HCD), including Essentia, Experta, and Electa models.
• PLANETA
• FlexaLAB
• Initia
• S-125

Products and services

• Electa Capsule Filler Top-of-the-range E series continuous-motion capsule filler operating at 200,000 capsules/hour with flexibility for product combinations and integrated weight control systems (NETT, MultiNETT, statistical).
• Experta Capsule Filler E series capsule filler with two dosing units for combinations featuring Human-Centered Design (HCD) approach, designed for versatility in dosing different product combinations.
• Essentia Capsule Filler E series capsule filler with one dosing unit, operating up to 100,000 capsules/hour, inspired by Human-Centered Design (HCD). Features EcoAir vacuum facilities providing up to 40% energy savings compared to previous models.
• PLANETA 200 Capsule Filler Continuous-motion capsule filler with modular design, operating up to 200,000 capsules/hour. Supports various dosing units and product combinations including powder, pellets, tablets, micro-tablets, and capsule-in-capsule filling. Over 150 units sold worldwide.
• PLANETA Q Capsule Filler Capsule filler compliant to OEB5 containment level, operating from 6,000 to 100,000 capsules/hour. Features gull-wing shaped protections, 21-inch touch-screen HMI panel, and green design.
• FlexaLAB Capsule Filler Continuous-motion capsule filler for R&D laboratories, clinical trials, and small batch outputs, operating up to 3,000 capsules/hour. Supports product combinations in the same capsule.
• Initia Capsule Filler Table-top semi-automatic capsule filler for laboratories, designed for testing and R&D. Emulates industrial production processes allowing formulation optimization with minimal product amounts, handling capsule sizes from 000 to 5.
• S-125 Capsule Sealing Machine Fully-automatic capsule sealing machine operating at 125,000 hard-shell gelatine capsules/hour or 60,000 HPMC capsules/hour. Designed and produced by Qualicaps Japan machinery division and distributed by MG2 globally to prevent leakage, reduce oxidation, and provide tamper evidence.
• Technical Support Service Comprehensive technical support services throughout the product lifecycle including commissioning, production start-up support, validation support, training, and machine revisions.
• Spare Parts Supply Supply of spare parts for maintenance and repairs of MG2 capsule filling and packaging machines.
• Pharma Zone Trial Facility On-site facility at MG2 for laboratory-scale trials and production batches in GMP-compliant rooms, supporting dosing trials and product development phases before purchase and during production setup.

Quantifiable outcome

• PLANETA 200: Over 150 units sold worldwide
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• QualicapscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 8 April 2024MG2 entered into a distribution agreement with Qualicaps Japan machinery division to distribute the S-125 capsule sealing machine. MG2 machines equipped with liquid filling units can integrate the Qualicaps sealing machine to provide comprehensive solutions for liquid capsule filling with sealing capabilities for preventing leakage, reducing oxidation, and providing tamper evidence.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• IMA S.p.A. Italian-based global leader in processing and packaging machinery for pharma, cosmetics, food, and nutraceuticals. IMA operates a dedicated "IMA Active" division with capsule filling and powder processing equipment that competes head-on with MG2 across PLANETA and E Series accounts.
• Syntegon Technology (formerly Bosch Packaging Technology): Germany-headquartered global packaging machinery and processing equipment supplier for pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics. Syntegon offers capsule filling and powder handling solutions as part of a broader integrated packaging line, competing with MG2 in pharma and nutraceutical tenders.
• Harro Höfliger Verpackungsmaschinen GmbH: German specialist in pharmaceutical packaging machinery with deep expertise in capsule filling, inhalable powder dosing, and containment systems. Highly comparable to MG2 in target customer (pharma OEMs and CDMOs), HPAPI containment focus, and DPI capabilities.
• Romaco Group: Pharmaceutical processing and packaging machinery group owned by Truc Invest, offering capsule filling (Innojet, Kilian), tablet presses, and end-of-line packaging. Direct competitor in the capsule filling and powder processing niche, particularly across European CDMO accounts.
• ACG Group: India-headquartered integrated pharmaceutical supplier offering empty capsules, capsule filling machines, processing equipment, and packaging machinery. ACG's ProSpare and SCANLINE capsule filling lines directly overlap with MG2's PLANETA and E Series offerings in pharma and nutraceutical markets.
• Marchesini Group: Italian packaging machinery specialist serving pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and food industries with end-of-line and primary packaging solutions including blistering, cartoning, and liquid filling. Comparable to MG2's Packaging Division and complementary to its core capsule filling business.
• Bausch + Strobel Maschinenfabrik GmbH: German pharmaceutical machinery manufacturer specializing in ampoule and vial filling, packaging, and processing equipment. While stronger in liquid filling, Bausch + Strobel competes with MG2 in primary packaging integration and pharmaceutical containment projects.
• Glatt Group: German process technology specialist for pharmaceutical solid dosage forms, including fluid bed processing, granulation, and coating systems. Comparable to MG2 in serving pharmaceutical solid dose manufacturers and CDMOs, though focused on upstream processing rather than capsule filling itself.

Broad incumbents

• GEA Group AG: German-listed global industrial machinery conglomerate serving food, beverage, dairy, and pharmaceutical industries. GEA's pharmaceutical processing equipment and containment solutions overlap with MG2 in pharma engineering projects, though capsule filling is not its primary focus.
• Körber AG: German industrial conglomerate whose Pharma Machinery Business Area includes Werum IT, Böllhoff, and other process/packaging equipment businesses. Körber competes with MG2 through acquired brands in pharmaceutical equipment integration and as an end-to-end supplier to CDMOs.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

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