VPK acquires Fencor Packaging Group
8 June 2026
VPK Group has acquired Fencor Packaging Group, the owner of Manor Packaging, after initially acquiring a minority stake in the business in 2024.
Acquisition
CCL completes acquisition of Sleever
2 June 2026
Following the transaction, the acquired label and film businesses will be renamed CCL Label and Innovia Films, respectively.
BPIF completes sale of training division
29 May 2026
The business has been acquired by Fiona Hudson-Kelly, an entrepreneur and specialist in apprenticeships, workforce development and business growth.
Saica expands with Thimm acquisition
13 May 2026
The transaction follows a strategic review by Thimm after a period of business consolidation, according to Mathias Schliep, chairman of the board of directors at…
Foilco acquired by Washin
14 April 2026
The acquisition is expected to expand Foilco’s product offering, providing access to Washin’s portfolio of more than 3000 colours and over 300 grade formulations.
CCL announces agreement to buy Sleever
13 March 2026
CCL Industries has signed a binding option agreement to acquire Sleever - a company with 11 manufacturing facilities in Canada, France, Germany, Belgium, Ireland, Poland,…
The Label Makers acquires First Choice Labels
5 December 2025
The Label Makers has acquired Redcar-based First Choice Labels in a move that brings together two companies operating in the self-adhesive label sector.
TIPA expands sustainable packaging portfolio through acquisition
14 November 2025
Compostable flexible packaging provider TIPA and its European subsidiary Bio4Pack have acquired recyclable paper-based packaging solution provider SealPap.
Zeus acquires UK paper packaging firm Simpac
24 September 2025
Zeus has acquired UK paper sack and packaging manufacturer Simpac, in a move that expands Zeus’s presence in sustainable packaging and broadens its manufacturing capabilities…
Hybrid Software acquires Conics
18 September 2025
Hybrid Software has acquired Conics, a Belgium-based software development and consultancy firm that provides integration and project management services for the printing and packaging industry.
Brandz developer acquired by Hybrid
11 September 2025
Acquisition follows a two year partnership between Hybrid and the developer of Artflow, bringing it into the Hybrid organisation.
Duplo acquires Bar Graphic Machinery to enter labels market
1 August 2025
Print finishing equipment provider Duplo has acquired Bar Graphic Machinery (BGM), a UK-based manufacturer of finishing equipment for the labels and packaging industry.
Zeus strengthens European position with acquisitions
3 June 2025
Zeus Group has acquired UK-based Empire Tapes and Spanish packaging firm Rio Tinto Plásticos, in a move to strengthen its position across the European packaging…
Antalis strengthens UK packaging position with acquisition
8 April 2025
Antalis has acquired The Packaging Company (Midlands), in a move which reinforces Antalis’ commitment to expanding its presence and enhancing service capabilities within the UK…
Mondi finalises Schumacher acquisition
1 April 2025
Mondi has acquired the Western Europe assets of Schumacher Packaging, expanding its product range, capacity and innovation to customers demanding high-performance, sustainable packaging.