• The Italian company CEPI, a leader in the design and manufacture of raw material storage, transport and dosing systems for the milling and baking industry, has marked a significant milestone in its history: 40 years of existence.
The event was celebrated in grand style at IBA 2025, the leading international exhibition dedicated to the baking, pastry and confectionery industry, which took place from 18 to 22 May 2025 in Düsseldorf. The CEPI stand, located in Hall 10, was a focal point of the fair, attracting partners, customers and collaborators from all over the world.
A success story that began in 1985
Founded in 1985, CEPI has become a benchmark in the raw material handling industry, providing customized and innovative solutions for customers in the food sector. Over the past four decades, the company has combined creativity, cutting-edge technology and a relationship-centric approach to develop systems that meet the complex needs of its customers. From turnkey projects for bakery and pastry factories to integrated automation solutions, CEPI has demonstrated a unique ability to combine tradition with innovation.
The 40th anniversary was a moment of reflection on the company's achievements, but also an opportunity to look to the future. "Our story is one of creativity and innovation", it is stated on the company's official website. "We are anchored in history, but always future-oriented, balancing cutting-edge technology with long-standing relationships with our partners."
Fair IBA 2025 was the perfect setting for celebrating CEPI’s 40th anniversary. The company’s stand was a real hub of activity, and the dynamic atmosphere of the fair reflected the CEPI spirit – a combination of energy, responsibility and enthusiasm. The magical evening organized to mark the company’s anniversary brought together partners, agents and friends of CEPI from all over the world, celebrating not only the company’s success, but also the relationships built over time. "It was an event that expressed exactly what CEPI is: a company focused on technology and relationships, balanced yet electrifying, responsible and full of joy", the company representatives described the atmosphere of the evening.
Partnerships, the key to CEPI's success
A highlight of the festivities was the focus on CEPI agents, who represent the company worldwide. They were honored for their essential contribution to building the company's success story. "A special thank you to our agents, who represent us in all corners of the world and who built this story with us. Thank you for being with us in these first 40 years and let's toast to another 40 prosperous years together!" it is mentioned in the official CEPI press release.
Close collaborations with global partners have been and remain fundamental for CEPI. Each of the company’s projects is unique, tailored to the specific needs of its clients, and IBA 2025 provided the perfect opportunity to strengthen these relationships and initiate new collaborations. The CEPI stand was a meeting place for industry professionals, where innovative ideas and technological solutions were presented in real time.
Looking to the future
With a 40-year history marked by innovation, consistency and long-term partnerships, CEPI continues its mission to provide solutions that transform the food industry. Participation in IBA 2025 reconfirmed the company's position as a leader in the field, and the energy and enthusiasm generated at the fair are a clear indication of its future direction.
"Creativity and innovation, design and manufacturing, sustainability and regeneration: this is the vision that brought us here and which will be the rhythm of our party", declare CEPI representatives, inviting partners to join this "rhythm" of the future.
CEPI looks forward to the coming years with optimism, ready to continue to innovate and build partnerships that will move the industry forward. The 40th anniversary is not only a celebration of the past, but also a commitment to a future where technology and human relationships intertwine to create sustainable and effective solutions.
The CEPI range of installations for storage, pneumatic transport, dosing of flours and other micro-ingredients is offered to you in Romania by the company Nova Pan SRL, importer and distributor of CEPI Italia SpA products.
Article written by Gabriela Dan, Editor-in-Chief Arta Albă
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