Rombit, the Belgian frontrunner in industrial worker safety solutions, has acquired Argentina’s Drixit Technologies, a global R&D powerhouse in data analytics for operational safety, efficiency, and insurability. This strategic move strengthens Rombit’s foothold in Latin America, a region rich in heavy industries, innovative technology, and tech talent.
Strengthening safety and efficiency
The acquisition combines Rombit’s expertise in connected vehicles for real-time driver safety compliance and operational efficiency with Drixit’s proven connected worker solutions and Insurtech accomplishments. This synergy will open new avenues for growth, benefiting customers, employees, and shareholders.
Proven and trusted solutions
Going forward Rombit will intensify its focus on connecting frontline workers and material handling equipment, further improving overall operational performance, safety, and cost efficiency. Leveraging proprietary patented technologies Rombit offers business-minded solutions that have already earned the trust of such enterprises as Carglass, CBMM, Coca-Cola FEMSA, Dow, Greenyard, GXO, Pan American Energy, Pepsico, Port of Antwerp Bruges, Profertil, Yara, …
Commitment to zero incidents
Evert Bulcke, CEO of Rombit, commented, “We are thrilled to welcome the Drixit team into the Rombit family. They share our mission to challenge the status quo: to work to zero incidents. Drixit developed exciting IoT solutions and has proven industry expertise in frontline worker safety. This acquisition also underscores our commitment to delivering unparalleled solutions and services to our customers, globally. In addition, Drixit’s headquarters in Argentina provides the right combination of talent and commercial opportunities to expand our business further across the Latin American region.”
The future of work: redefining industrial safety
Mariano Focaraccio, CEO of Drixit adds, “With AI driving the future of our industry, we are now in a position to elevate risk management. By aligning data and analytics with industry-specific processes, we are building a world-class safety and operational ecosystem for frontline workers. The goal has always been redefining industrial safety and becoming a world leader in our segment. The former is already a reality, the latter just came significantly closer.” Seamless transition and continued excellence.
Drixit will rebrand as Rombit Latam, continuing to operate under its current market and leadership to ensure a seamless transition for customers and stakeholders. Rombit will continue to operate as Rombit.
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