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DS Smith profits slump; IP deal to complete in early 2025
DS Smith’s profits have slumped – albeit in line with the company’s expectations, in its half-year earnings, but the company confirmed that its combination with International Paper is on track to...
International Paper shareholders approve DS Smith deal
International Paper has confirmed that at a shareholder meeting in connection with its proposed “combination” with DS Smith, the necessary approval of its shareholders was obtained.
DS Smith updates on trading as IP deal remains on track
DS Smith has issued a trading update in respect of the period since 1 May 2024 while confirming that its “combination” with International Paper remains on track.
DS Smith moves closer to International Paper takeover
International Paper has filed a preliminary proxy statement regarding the all-share combination of the business with DS Smith, as the deal moves closer to completion.
DS Smith launches service for businesses to assess recyclability
DS Smith is rolling out a new service for businesses to evaluate the recyclability levels of their packaging.
DS Smith’s Miles Roberts calls for EU integration and UK power plan
DS Smith CEO Miles Roberts has called on the UK government to make the UK a more attractive place to invest by aligning with EU regulation and develop a long-term plan for infrastructure and energy.
DS Smith replaces one billion pieces of plastic ahead of schedule
Ahead of schedule and in partnership with some of the world’s major FMCG brands, DS Smith said it has replaced more than one billion pieces of plastic 16 months in advance of its 2025 target.
International Paper spurns Suzano; DS Smith shares jump
Brazilian pulpmaker Suzano has terminated talks to buy American pulp and paper firm International Paper after failing to offer a high enough purchase price.
DS Smith profits drop; CEO insists sale is on track
DS Smith has reported a fall in both its revenue and pre-tax profit while group chief executive Miles Roberts has insisted the company’s sale to International Paper remains on track.
DS Smith accelerates smart packaging with BeFC
DS Smith has partnered with Bioenzymatic Fuel Cells (BeFC), a French start-up that develops fully recyclable smart tags.
DS Smith shares fall as Mondi pulls out of takeover race
Following DS Smith and International Paper reaching an agreement on the terms of a takeover, Mondi has made a statement regarding its intention now not to make an offer for DS Smith – causing DS...
DS Smith agrees £5.8bn takeover by International Paper
The boards of London-headquartered packaging giant DS Smith and US company International Paper have reached agreement on the terms of a recommended all-share combination from International Paper that...