Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandie
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Since 1965
Sidel is a France-based manufacturer of packaging machinery and services for beverage, food, home care, and personal care products. Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandy, the company employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and has estimated revenue of $1 to 5 billion. It is privately held and part of the Tetra Laval Group. Its equipment includes blow moulding systems for PET bottles, filling, labeling, and end-of-line systems. In June 2026, Thai Coconut expanded its exports using a Sidel Aseptic PET production line.
Sidel at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1965
Headquarters
Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandie
Certifications
ISO 45001
Import activity
175
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
175
Named foreign suppliers
17
Top origins
France · Belgium · Italy · China
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Sidel.
What this tells a buyer
Sidel's most recent public development is the June 2026 report that Thai Coconut expanded global exports with a Sidel Aseptic PET production line, and no customs data is available in the record.
Sidel's product range covers blow moulding, filling, labeling, and end-of-line packaging equipment, and the record lists ISO 45001 among its certifications.
Sidel is privately held and belongs to the Tetra Laval Group, with an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion and a workforce of 5,000 to 10,000 employees.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
61 years in operation (founded 1965).
Holds ISO 45001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Sidel is a France-based manufacturer of packaging machinery and services for beverage, food, home care, and personal care products. Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandy, the company employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and has estimated revenue of $1 to 5 billion. It is privately held and part of the Tetra Laval Group. Its equipment includes blow moulding systems for PET bottles, filling, labeling, and end-of-line systems. In June 2026, Thai Coconut expanded its exports using a Sidel Aseptic PET production line.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1965 |
Headquarters | Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandie |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 45001 |
What Sidel makes
Sidel's product range covers blow moulding, filling, labeling, and end-of-line packaging equipment, and the record lists ISO 45001 among its certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Glass, Plastic, Bearing (source: sidel.com).
Certifications
Sidel is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 45001 — sidel.com
Trade and customs footprint
Sidel's most recent public development is the June 2026 report that Thai Coconut expanded global exports with a Sidel Aseptic PET production line, and no customs data is available in the record. US customs bill-of-lading records list 175 inbound shipments across 17 foreign suppliers, with top origins including France · Belgium · Italy · China.
Latest developments
2026-06-04 — Thai Coconut expands global exports with Sidel Aseptic PET production line (sidel.com)
2026-04-01 — TVOP (Thanakorn) pioneers edible oil production with EvoBLOW Laser technology by Sidel (sidel.com)
2026-02-12 — Sidel delivers Britannia’s first Aseptic PET packaging line for Winkin’ Cow dairy drinks (sidel.com)
2025-10-16 — Sidel strengthens West African presence with new Lagos office | Sidel (sidel.com)
2025-08-29 — New Aseptic training center in Atlanta to boost PET expertise | Sidel (sidel.com)
2025-05-13 — DenEast to install a new complete aseptic PET line from Sidel (sidel.com)
Company details
Sidel is privately held and belongs to the Tetra Laval Group, with an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion and a workforce of 5,000 to 10,000 employees. Sidel was founded in 1965, has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, and is headquartered in Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandie. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 61 years in operation (founded 1965). Holds ISO 45001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Sidel make?
Sidel is a France-based manufacturer of packaging machinery and services for beverage, food, home care, and personal care products. Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandy, the company employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and has estimated revenue of $1 to 5 billion. It is privately held and part of the Tetra Laval Group. Its equipment includes blow moulding systems for PET bottles, filling, labeling, and end-of-line systems. In June 2026, Thai Coconut expanded its exports using a Sidel Aseptic PET production line.
Where is Sidel headquartered?
Sidel is headquartered in Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandie (Avenue de la Patrouille de France, Octeville-sur-Mer, Normandie, 76930).
When was Sidel founded?
Sidel was founded in 1965.
How big is Sidel?
Sidel has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Sidel hold?
Sidel lists ISO 45001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Sidel import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 175 inbound shipments for Sidel, with top origins including France · Belgium · Italy · China.
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