RATTPACK history

Over 70 years of innovation and growth

2026

New F&F models & capacity expansion

Forward-looking development of new F&F models and expansion of production capacities for next-generation sustainable packaging solutions.

2025

Participation ECM Holding GmbH

Investment expands product portfolio to include label and marking solutions and consolidates position as a full-service provider "With our investment in ECM, we have found the missing missing piece of the puzzle in our portfolio." - Stephan and Matthias Ratt

2023

Acquisitions of GIKO and Wenin

Strategic expansion through the acquisition of GIKO Verpackungen (now RATTPACK® Flexibles, Weiler site) and Akzidenzdruckerei Wenin in Dornbirn (now RATTPACK® & Co OG, Wolfurt site) to strengthen the regional presence.

2021

New plant in Apolda

New plant is being developed into a competence center for frozen food packaging - with a focus on top quality, service and sustainability.

2020

New construction of plant 2 RATTPACK® Flexibles Wolfurt

Opening of the ultra-modern Plant 2 in Wolfurt with the latest technology and sustainable production processes.

2017

Takeover DVB & Multipack

DVB and Multipack takeover - RATTPACK Werk Buch

Strategic expansion through the acquisition of Multipack and DVB, which were combined to form RATTPACK® GmbH Buch - specializing in corrugated board.

2014

Takeover of PAWAG & new headquarters

With the takeover of PAWAG (now RATTPACK® Flexibles, Wolfurt site), flexible packaging solutions are added as a new core area. Relocation of the company headquarters from Dornbirn to Wolfurt. Joining the Vorarlberg energy efficiency team in order to consistently pursue sustainability goals.

2011

Takeover DRS

The acquisition of Digital Repro Service GmbH expands the RATTPACK® product range to include professional pre-press and data processing.

2008

Foundation of RATTPACK® GmbH Apolda

Expansion into Germany with the founding of the RATTPACK® Apolda site to open up new markets.

2006

Takeover of Eberle Druck

With the takeover of Eberle Druck GmbH (now RATTPACK® & Co OG, Vienna site), a targeted expansion of the pharmaceutical sector takes place.

2003

Generation change

Stephan and Matthias Ratt take over the management and focus on sustainable growth with a focus on innovation, quality and responsibility.

1992

First ISO 9001 certification in Austria

As early as 1992, RATTPACK® was the first printing company in Austria to be certified to ISO 9001, followed by certification to EN 46001 (GMP) in 1996.

1965

Wolfgang Ratt takes over

Wolfgang Ratt takes over the management of the growing family business and focuses on specialization and industrialization. The first offset printing machines, automatic die-cutters and gluing lines are introduced. The product range is gradually expanded, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector.

1953

Foundation of RATTPACK®

Hugo Ratt founds a craft business in Dornbirn that processes gray cardboard into shoe boxes - the beginning of a success story spanning more than 70 years.