Precision Technology Lies Within The spirit of manufacturing.
World leader in automated lines for manufacturing coated boxes. We innovate where our competitors stop, transforming 70 years of mechanical heritage into digital intelligence.
legacy of invention
1956 · "Natalina"
Quintilio Santini created the first manual wrapper, born at Christmas. The seeds of future SATE companies.
1958 · S7 wrapper + double gluer
“Natalina” evolves into a wrapper S7 with auto-folding functionality. Fast gluer with double paper positioner.
1971 · High stack quad stayer
SATE has created the first quad stayer with a high stack loading system.
1992 · Electronic painting machine
SATE offers the first electronic coating with continuous folding, variable pressing, and automatic format changes, 12 years ahead of the market.
1994 · First mechatronics line
SATE is building the first automated mechatronics line to produce boxes filled with new, difficult-to-process paper.
2005 Square cutting “BIG”
The world's first corner cutter with a maximum blade length of 320mm.
2009 · Ecoline
Ecoline, which produces boxes and covers simultaneously, is one of the most modern projects in the industry.
2011 · SX700: The beginning of a revolution
Based on CTO Diego Santini's innovative vision, the SX700 features an innovative system for rigid box manufacturing.
2015 · S700 Line
The world's most advanced and flexible rigid box line. From 700x500x250mm to 40x40x10mm in the same line.
2026 · The future is coming
AI-driven diagnostics, KERS energy recovery, Nexar robotic platform — expansion into pharma and renewable energy.
Company to reinvest
Efficiency, digitalization, security and new business lines: continued investment in operational excellence and technology infrastructure.
energy efficiency
Retrofitting your plant with a 100 kWp photovoltaic system will reduce your carbon footprint and lower your energy costs.
Digitalization/LEAN + ERP
Lean transformation of business processes and deployment of centralized ERP (Odoo) across Galileo Holding Group companies.
Cybersecurity and infrastructure
Reliable technology network with cybersecurity cluster: inbound/outbound data flow tracking and cyber-attack prevention.
Robotic division
The birth of a dedicated robot sector: SATE is evolving towards a reference role in Italy as an implementer/service provider of industrial automation.
SATE Sovereign/Industrial AI
Launch of Sovereign AI platform (hosted in Italy) to program PLC machines and robotics 5x faster. Beta in Q3 2026.
SATE Sovereign
Sovereign AI to program machines – a massive new revenue stream in 2027 and beyond. The AI platform that generates the PLC and robot code is hosted entirely in Italy, ensuring that no customer industrial know-how is leaked into the company. Compatible with Siemens, ABB, KUKA, FANUC, Rockwell, Beckhoff, and B&R.
5×
Faster Development
PLC and robotics coding speed
-60%
debug time
About legacy code maintenance
-40%
Time to market
From design to manufacturing
100% EU
Data Sovereignty
Held in Italy · GDPR, AI Law, NIS2
Simply say: a strategic initiative projecting SATE beyond packaging, toward a scalable technology platform. New strategic horizon from 2027+ – an investment in the future, not in today's P&L.
The world's packaging leaders trust our technology
Listed multinational companies and luxury packaging groups are investing in SATE machinery. Public sources: bilanci/comunicati of customers cited.
Smurfit waistlock
One of the world's largest paper-based sustainable packaging groups. It is dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the London Stock Exchange and has a presence on all continents.
robinson company
A UK-listed packaging group serving major consumer goods brands such as P&G and Unilever. Selected SATE Technology to upgrade UK production facility.
GZ Media
The world's largest record producer and leading premium package player. We make products for iconic brands and artists such as the Rolling Stones, U2, and IKEA.
Pusterla 1880
A traditional luxury packaging group that operates in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. We have selected SATE for the first S700 line to be installed in the UK. This was a strategic technology bet.
Even among European SATE customers
lindner fine cult tonergen
Germany, established in 1909
The Little Twin
athens, greece
Kartonajes Salinas
Spain/hard carton
From America to India via Europe
SATE exports its technology to three continents. Italy is our headquarters and manufacturing location. The United States and India actively serve as strategic export markets.
Italy
Pistoia Head Office
Germany
France
Spain
UK
Ireland
Belgium
poland
Greece
czech
India
USA
Galileo Holding Group
SATE is part of a stable industry group with diverse positions in the transition to advanced manufacturing and clean energy.
retention
Galileo Holding Srl
Direction of capital allocation and M&A across operating companies
SATE S.r.l.
100%Luxury Packaging Since 1956 · Automation, Robotics, Services, SATE Sovereign (AI)
- S line – Rigid box lines S700/S500
- SA · SC – Laminators and corner cutters
- Nexar ST – Robotics & box capping
- global services – OEM, consumables, assistance
- Robotic Division – Implement/Services (2025)
- SATE Sovereign – Industrial AI (2026, revenue 2027+)
Joule Capital Srl
45%Benefit Company Energy Transition
- investment finance – Tokenization, SPV
- new development – AI & blockchain for energy
- impact investing – Solar, wind, BESS, green H2
- energy services – ESCO & energy efficiency
Reliable industrial partner
✓ Continuous profitability
Achieved positive net income every year through the last business cycle
✓ Deleveraging
Consistent debt reduction and strong free cash flow generation
✓ Stock stability
Low leverage and well-capitalized balance sheet at group level
✓ Clean credit bureau
There are no defaults or late payments on record.
✓ Listed customers
Smurfit WestRock, Robinson and GZ Media join portfolio
✓ Export and orders
Robust order backlog in 2026 from European and international customers
Band A · Rating 71/100
Creditsafe Rating
low credit risk
Self-liquidation operations and advanced customer acquisition to contain risk profiles. It is a trusted partner for banking institutions and strategic suppliers.
investment in the future
InnovaSATE
Ongoing research on environmental and process technologies for energy efficiency, hangar optimization, and COVID-19 countermeasures. Co-financing under the European Regional Development Fund.
internationalization
Through participation in Printpack India 2019 and Virtual Expo, SATE will strengthen its international presence in mature markets (the US) and emerging markets (India, China). We support both stand and participation fees.
digitization
Significant digital transformation for the company, which operates in a sector where investment in digital transition is essential to remain competitive while maintaining the high quality of products and services offered.