Process Automation Solutions (PA)
↗Ludwigshafen, Germany / Greenville, SC, USA
Process Automation Solutions (PA), an ATS Company, is a leading independent provider of complete automation and digitalization solutions for the process and manufacturing industries. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Germany, the company specializes in the full lifecycle of automation, from initial consulting and design to system integration, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. PA is a key partner for global leaders in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and chemical sectors.
As of March 2025, the company is rebranding to 'Orise' to reflect its evolving focus on digital intelligence and IT/OT convergence. PA operates as a subsidiary of ATS Corporation, leveraging a global network to deliver turnkey solutions including Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and advanced data analytics. They are particularly known for their expertise in GAMP-compliant validation and aseptic manufacturing automation.
CLASSIFICATION
Company Type:CDMO
Therapeutic Areas:
Industry:Industrial Automation
Sub-Industry:Life Sciences Automation & Digitalization
SIZE & FINANCIALS
Employees:1001-5000
Revenue:$250M-$500M
Founded:1986
Ownership:subsidiary
Status:operating
FUNDING
Stage:Acquired
Investors:ATS Corporation
STOCK
Exchange:TSX
Ticker:ATS
Market Cap:~$4.5B CAD (ATS Corp)
PIPELINE
Stage:Commercial
Lead Drug Stage:N/A (Service Provider)
Modalities:Small molecule, Biologics, Aseptic Fill-Finish, Lyophilization
Active Trials:0
Trial Phases:-
FDA Approvals:0
EMA Approvals:0
CORPORATE STRUCTURE
Parent Company:ATS Corporation
Acquired By:ATS Corporation (2014-07-01)
Subsidiaries:Odyssey Validation Consultants, IPCOS Group, iXLOG
Key Partnerships:Siemens (Solution Partner), Rockwell Automation, Honeywell, Xona Systems (Cybersecurity)
COMPETITION
Position:Leader
Competitors:Cognizant (Life Sciences), E Tech Group, Emerson Automation Solutions, Rockwell Automation, KeyPlants
LEADERSHIP
Key Executives:
Dr. Christian Debus - President of PA Solutions
Andrew Hider - CEO of ATS Corporation
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