Smurfits independent directors said they had not received other approaches.
Madisons offer for the Irish packaging group was accepted by the independent directors and remains open until 6 August.
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"Wow, amazing achievement, congratulations Lance, you are without doubt the most awarded person in the industry. Fair play. That trophy cabinet must be busting at the seams ;)
Congratulations again."
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