Meyn Food Processing Technology B.V., headquartered in Oostzaan, Netherlands, is a global leader in poultry processing equipment and technology. With a history dating back to 1959, Meyn has evolved into a cornerstone of the poultry processing industry, serving customers in over 100 countries. The company is a part of CTB, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, further strengthening its financial and operational capabilities.
Core Business and Product Offerings
Meyn designs and manufactures advanced equipment and integrated systems for poultry processing, covering all stages from live bird handling to final product packaging. Their product range includes:
- Live Bird Handling: Crate and drawer systems ensuring animal welfare and smooth logistics
- Slaughtering: Stunning, killing, scalding, and defeathering systems
- Evisceration: High-speed eviscerators, vent cutters, neck processing, and inside/outside washers
- Chilling: Immersion chillers and air chilling systems for carcass preservation
- Cut-up Systems: High-performance cut-up lines, wing, and leg processors
- Deboning: Including the Rapid Plus breast deboner and thigh deboning machines
- Grading and Distribution: Real-time weighing, grading, and portioning systems
- Automation: Meyn Connect and LEAP (Live bird Efficient Advanced Process) concept for full plant control and optimization
These systems are scalable, modular, and compliant with the highest standards in food safety and hygiene.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition
Meyn is globally recognized for:
- High-Speed Processing: Up to 15,000 birds per hour with consistent precision
- Turnkey Plant Solutions: From feasibility to commissioning and after-sales support
- Advanced Automation: IoT-enabled systems for predictive maintenance and data analytics
- Animal Welfare Compliance: Innovative technologies that support humane handling and slaughter
Financials
Meyn is part of CTB, Inc., which reported revenues exceeding USD 1.5 billion in 2023. Though Meyn-specific revenue is not publicly disclosed, industry estimates place its annual revenues at over USD 300 million, with a dominant share in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Shipment and Export Data
Trade data from platforms like Volza and ImportYeti indicates:
- Over 5,000 international shipments from 2020 to 2024
- Export destinations include USA, Brazil, China, India, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, South Africa
- Exported products include complete processing lines, Rapid Plus deboners, and chilling systems
Meyn maintains strategic distribution hubs and service centers across continents for seamless logistics and support.
Target Market
Meyn serves:
- Large Poultry Integrators and processing plants
- Agri-Food Corporations
- Contract Manufacturing Units
- Governments and National Food Security Projects
Their clientele includes top processors like Tyson Foods, BRF, Almarai, and Suguna Foods.
Capabilities
- Processing Throughput: Systems capable of handling 6,000–15,000 birds/hour
- R&D Facility: Innovation Center in the Netherlands focused on new tech and sustainability
- Global Footprint: Operations in more than 100 countries with local representation
- Technical Support: 24/7 global service and spare parts network
Certifications and Compliance
- CE Certified Equipment
- ISO 9001: Quality Management
- ISO 22000: Food Safety Management
- Compliance with EU and USDA regulations
- NSF certification for critical components
Customer Testimonials
“Meyn’s Rapid Plus line changed the game for us in terms of speed and yield efficiency. We were able to improve throughput by 20% without compromising on quality.”
— Head of Processing, BRF Brazil
“Their after-sales support and training were critical in setting up our new plant. Exceptional technical expertise and responsiveness.”
— Plant Manager, Almarai Poultry Division
Major Achievements
- 2023: Launched Meyn Connect — a cloud-based platform for plant data integration and monitoring
- 2022: Expanded LEAP concept to new markets, reducing labor costs and improving welfare
- 2021: Delivered the world’s first fully automated 15,000 birds/hour processing line in China
- 2020: Recognized with the Dutch Innovation Award in Food Technology
Meyn continues to set global benchmarks in poultry processing, combining cutting-edge engineering with sustainable solutions to meet the growing demands of modern food production.
