Packaging
Mediahuis Ireland acquires Paramount Packaging
Mediahuis Ireland, through its subsidiary Reach Group, has acquired Irish business Paramount Packaging to support Mediahuis’ strategy to support its news wholesale business.
Meliora Group gets up close with Diana Easy gluer
The Meliora Group has invested in a new Heidelberg Diana Easy folder-gluer for its Delga Press packaging business, allowing it to produce smaller cartons.
Kern Group confirms closure of UK wing
Kern Group has confirmed that its UK wing has been shuttered and will be liquidated.
Heidelberg reports on Q1
Heidelberg’s Q1 performance has been boosted by a recovery in Asian markets.
Andreou expands with packaging buy
Peter Andreou has expanded his printing industry interests with the acquisition of Affinity Packaging.
French group buys Simply Cartons
Simply Cartons has been acquired by Autajon, giving the France-headquartered global packaging group its first foothold in the UK.
Kern trading status unclear
The trading status of Kern’s mailing and packing machinery business in the UK is currently unclear, with calls and messages to the company going unanswered.
DuPont Teijin strikes threaten PET film supplies
A pay dispute at DuPont Teijin Films’ (DTF) Dumfries plant has threatened to restrict polymer film supplies.
Curtis secures B Corp certification packaging first
Curtis Packaging has laid claim to becoming the first UK carton manufacturer to secure B Corp certification, demonstrating its commitment to producing award-winning luxury packaging that is kind to the...
Woodberry adds to portfolio with PCS buy
Acquisitive Woodberry Packaging has made its second UK buy this year and is now the new owner of award-winning Precision Card Services (PCS).