EFI Reggiani and Danitech Team Up to Bring Mezzera Wet Finishing Equipment to Chinese Production

The technical roadmap of Italian wet finishing machinery manufacturer Mezzera is extending from Bergamo to Suzhou. EFI Reggiani has signed a multi-year licensing and manufacturing agreement with Danitech Group, authorizing the latter to produce Mezzera and Jaeggli branded wet finishing equipment in China. This marks the first time high-end European wet finishing technology has been localized in China under a licensed manufacturing model, signaling a fundamental shift in the supply chain logic of global printing and dyeing finishing equipment.

Technology Transfer: From Bergamo to Suzhou

Under the agreement, EFI Reggiani will provide Danitech with a complete technology package for Mezzera and Jaeggli equipment, including design drawings, process parameters, and core component lists. Danitech's Suzhou factory will handle final assembly, commissioning, and local supply chain integration. This is not simple OEM but a deep binding of technology licensing and local manufacturing.

For domestic textile printing and dyeing enterprises, the most direct benefit is a lower procurement threshold. Mezzera is known for its continuous washers, dyeing machines, and mercerizing machines in the wet finishing field. Previously, all these machines were imported from Italy, with delivery cycles typically taking 8-12 months and high prices. After localization, delivery times are expected to shrink to 3-4 months, while eliminating import tariffs and shipping costs, potentially reducing unit prices by 20%-30%.

Industry Impact: Reshaping Competition in Wet Finishing

China is the world's largest printing and dyeing base, but high-end wet finishing equipment has long been monopolized by Italian, German, and Swiss brands. The localization of Mezzera will directly impact the pricing system of this niche market. Traditional imported brands such as Bianco, MCS, and Then will face price pressure from the "Made-in-China Mezzera."

For Danitech, this is a critical step in its transformation from a single equipment trader to a technology-based manufacturer. Previously, Danitech mainly acted as an agent for European printing and dyeing equipment. Now, with the technology license, it can develop customized configurations for the Chinese market around the Mezzera platform, such as corrosion-resistant versions for high-salinity wastewater treatment or energy-saving solutions for recycled polyester washing.

From a broader perspective, this cooperation also reflects a new trend of "technology for market" in the textile machinery industry. EFI Reggiani retains brand and core technology control but lowers the barrier to entering the Chinese market through licensed manufacturing; Danitech gains a technical endorsement and can re-export "Made-in-China Mezzera" to Southeast Asia, South Asia, and other markets.

Practical Recommendations

For Buyers - Monitor the production timeline of the Suzhou factory. The first batch of equipment is expected to roll off the line in Q1 2027. Companies with plans to update wet finishing equipment are advised to contact Danitech early to lock in early-bird pricing. - Compare configuration differences between imported and localized versions. The localized version may use some domestic key components such as pumps, valves, and motors. Buyers need to evaluate the impact of these replacements on equipment life and maintenance costs. - Leverage the improved service after localization. After the Suzhou factory starts operations, after-sales service response time will be reduced from 2-3 weeks from Italy to within 48 hours. It is recommended to include local spare parts inventory clauses in contracts.

For Foreign Trade Companies - Watch the impact on the second-hand equipment market. After Mezzera localization, the price of used imported Mezzera equipment in China may depreciate significantly. Companies holding such used equipment should liquidate it as soon as possible. - Assess the possibility of re-exporting "Made-in-China Mezzera" to Southeast Asia. Danitech may obtain export authorization from EFI Reggiani, allowing it to export to countries with expanding printing and dyeing capacity such as Vietnam and Bangladesh, leveraging China-ASEAN FTA tariff benefits. - Keep an eye on potential follow-up collaborations between EFI Reggiani and other Chinese companies. If this model is replicated to other EFI product lines (e.g., digital printing machines), it will trigger a broader supply chain restructuring.