Wicro Group Acquires Pekago Covering Technology to Expand Plastic Solutions

Wicro Group finalizes the acquisition of Pekago Covering Technology from VADO Beheer on June 29, 2026. This strategic move unites two family-owned companies specializing in advanced plastic manufacturing, aiming to deliver a broader and more integrated technology platform for customers in high-tech, medical, machine building, mobility, and industrial applications.

Under the terms of the deal, Wicro acquires 100% of Pekago’s shares. Pekago will continue to operate under its own management and brand name, maintaining operational independence while benefiting from the combined resources and expertise of the enlarged group. Financial details of the transaction remain undisclosed.

Wicro Group, headquartered in Kessel and Eindhoven, Netherlands, develops and produces high-quality plastic components and modules for demanding industrial markets. The company supports clients with engineering, technical injection molding, assembly, and automation services. Following its 2025 acquisition of Alligator Plastics, Wicro operates approximately 76 injection molding machines and employs around 150 staff.

Pekago Covering Technology, based in Goirle, Netherlands, specializes in manufacturing high-quality plastic housings and technical injection molded products. Its customer base includes sectors such as medical devices, aircraft interiors, analytical instruments, and vision systems. Pekago employs 50 people and is recognized for its technical expertise, premium finishing, and focus on innovation and manufacturability.

The acquisition aims to combine Wicro’s strengths in technical injection molding (50–1150 tons), automation, and assembly with Pekago’s capabilities in plastic housings, large-tonnage injection molding (up to 2100 tons), and advanced finishing processes. Together, the companies will offer end-to-end solutions spanning engineering, product development, production, assembly, and logistics support.

According to Evelien Fassotte, CEO of Wicro Group, “With Pekago, we add a highly specialized plastics company that fits well both technologically and culturally. Like our previous acquisition of Alligator Plastics in 2025, we believe in combining specialist knowledge, production capacity, and innovation power. This collaboration enables us to better support customers with complex plastic challenges and create new development opportunities for our employees.”

Arjen de Jong, CEO of Pekago, adds, “This is a significant strategic step for Pekago’s future. The partnership with Wicro provides our customers access to additional technologies, a broader machine park, and enhanced engineering capabilities, while preserving Pekago’s specialized character and quality. Our employees will also benefit from new opportunities within a larger, innovative organization.”

VADO Beheer, Pekago’s previous owner since 1998, supported the transition, recognizing the increasing importance of scale and technological breadth in the plastics market. The merger with Wicro is expected to enable Pekago to undertake larger projects and offer more comprehensive customer support.

The combined entity will leverage synergies such as shared production capacity, consolidated procurement, and integrated R&D efforts. This integration is designed to accelerate the development of innovative, cost-efficient plastic solutions and strengthen the group’s appeal to international OEM customers seeking multi-technology partners under one roof.

Both companies share a family-owned culture characterized by short communication lines, pragmatism, craftsmanship, and long-term customer and employee relationships. The collaboration is also expected to enhance employee development opportunities and improve talent attraction and retention by offering exposure to diverse technologies and projects.

Industry analysts note that this acquisition accelerates consolidation in the high-tech plastics sector, potentially increasing competitive pressure on other family-owned manufacturers. The combined platform’s expanded capabilities and scale may prompt further M&A activity and investments in integrated service offerings.

Looking ahead, Wicro and Pekago plan to maintain Pekago’s operational independence while aligning strategic goals and coordinating production processes across their complementary technologies. The companies will focus on smooth integration to mitigate risks related to cultural alignment and talent retention.

This acquisition positions Wicro Group as a more comprehensive supplier in the high-tech, medical, machine building, mobility, and industrial plastics markets, with enhanced innovation capacity and a broader product portfolio.