Mergers and acquisitions

Macfarlane Group has made another strategic buy to boost its packaging distribution network by acquiring the packaging business of Glasgow-based Edward McNeil.

Global manufacturer Avery Dennison has agreed to acquire the European business of graphic and label media manufacturer Mactac, in a deal worth around $200m (£137m).

Surrey-based signage company SignAway has merged with two Danish companies to create new company, Amayse.

Writtle Holdings remains on the acquisition trail and is looking to scale up its operations ahead of a possible flotation.

Macfarlane Group has continued its growth strategy with the acquisition of Colton Packaging Teesside.

DS Smith has returned to the UK for its latest takeover, a producer of specialist corrugated and retail-ready packaging in north west England.

Retail display and signage specialist Wrights Plastics has acquired complementary company Mid West Displays.

The Yorkshire owner of 11 print-related firms has bought Hull-based GKD Litho Limited from administrators, saving the business and 16 jobs.

Tangent is set to be de-listed from AIM next month.

Proventus Capital Partners has acquired Polestar in a pre-pack administration deal.