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Asteria acquires Mercian Labels

22 June 2026

The move expands Asteria’s presence in the UK label market and strengthens its position in the European labels and packaging sector.

Ashe Converting marks 50 years in business

19 June 2026

Founded by John Godbold in 1976, the Ipswich-based company now offers equipment for narrow, mid and wide web applications, serving sectors including packaging, labels, paper,…

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.

MCC completes financial restructuring

15 May 2026

The company said the restructuring reduced net debt by approximately $3.8 billion (£2.84 billion), lowered annualised cash interest expense by more than $330 million (£247…

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.

Lecta Group completes recapitalisation

14 April 2026

The company stated that the process involved transferring Lecta Paper Industries Intermediate Financing Sàrl to a newly incorporated UK entity, referred to as “Bidco,” which…

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,…

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