Abhay Hareshbhai Patoriya
Early Life and Education
Abhay Hareshbhai Patoriya was born on 9 September 1998 in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India. He completed his schooling in Rajkot and later pursued higher education at Vidhyanagar University, Gujarat. Driven by a deep interest in automation and robotics, Abhay continued his academic journey in Germany, where he completed his Master’s degree with a specialization in Automation, Robotics, and Production System Engineering. During his college years, he was an active member of Team Beast, a robotics team that participated in various national-level tech fests and robotics competitions. This early exposure to engineering innovation laid the foundation for his future endeavors.
Career
Abhay began his professional career in Germany, where he worked as a Robotics Engineer and later became Head of Production in a robotics-focused company.His international exposure provided him with valuable technical and managerial insights into automation and production efficiency. Upon returning to India, Abhay joined Icon Industries in 2019 as a Graduate Engineering Trainee. Through consistent performance and innovative contributions, he advanced from Senior Engineer to Research Engineer, and ultimately to Technical Director at Icon Packtech India Private Limited. In 2024, during the restructuring of the organization into Icon Packtech India Pvt. Ltd., Abhay was appointed Director and Technical Head. Under his leadership, the company evolved into a cutting-edge manufacturer of food, non-food, and pharmaceutical packaging machinery.
Leadership and Contributions
As Technical Director, Abhay’s core responsibilities include:
- Leading research and innovation for next-generation packaging machinery.
- Providing technical and design solutions for machinery not readily available in the Indian market.
- Overseeing automation and robotics integration across manufacturing lines.
- Guiding the company’s expansion into pharmaceutical packaging machinery.
Abhay has spearheaded Icon Packtech’s transition into digitally traceable and remotely managed factory systems. Under his guidance, the company now offers complete RP (Research & Production) solutions and competes internationally.
Icon Packtech India Private Limited
Founded in 2024, Icon Packtech India Pvt. Ltd. is the restructured successor of Icon Industries, originally founded in 1995 by Haresh Patoriya. The company focuses on food packaging machinery, with expansions into non-food automation and pharmaceutical systems. Mission: To create sustainable, safe, and accessible packaging solutions that ensure food safety. Vision: To revolutionize packaging technology to minimize food wastage and enhance food distribution globally. Key Clients: Amul, Banas Dairy, Verka, Apar Industries, and companies in the dates and dairy sectors.
Major Milestones
- 1995–2000: Foundation and early expansion of Icon Industries.
- 2004 & 2009: Introduction of automation-driven packaging solutions.
- 2013–2017: Diversification into multiple packaging sectors.
- 2019: Abhay joined Icon Industries as a Graduate Engineering Trainee.
- 2024: Formation of Icon Packtech India Pvt. Ltd. and Abhay’s appointment as Technical Director.
Personal Life
Abhay comes from a family rooted in engineering and innovation. His father, Haresh Patoriya, is the founder of Icon Industries. His late mother played a vital role in shaping his discipline and ambition. His wife supports the company's strategic growth, and his younger sister manages HR at Icon Packtech India Pvt. Ltd. Outside work, Abhay enjoys traveling and contributes to social causes such as blood donation camps.
Associations and Community Work
- Member: Rajkot Engineering Association
- Social Activities: Blood donation drives and industrial welfare initiatives
Future Goals
Abhay aims to expand Icon Packtech into a publicly listed company, further advancing sustainable packaging and automation technologies. His mission is to position India as a global leader in end-to-end packaging innovation.