Antalis, a global leader in distributing Paper, Packaging, and Visual Communication solutions, announces its acquisition of The Packaging Company (Midlands) Limited, a prominent UK provider of innovative packaging solutions. This strategic move reinforces Antalis' commitment to expanding its presence and enhancing service capabilities within the UK packaging market.
Driving innovation and growth in the packaging industry established in 1994, The Packaging Company (Midlands) Limited has earned a strong reputation for delivering bespoke, high-quality packaging solutions across diverse industries. With annual revenues of £3.2 million and a dedicated team of 24 professionals, the company is widely recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to customer-focused packaging solutions.
Through this acquisition, Antalis significantly enhances its packaging capabilities, broadens its product offering, and strengthens its strategic position in the UK market. This initiative aligns with Antalis’ ongoing mission to provide customers with a diverse range of high-performance, sustainable packaging products.
“We are delighted to welcome The Packaging Company (Midlands) Limited into the Antalis family,” stated Hervé Poncin, CEO of Antalis. “Their expertise in bespoke packaging and manufacturing complements our dedication to delivering innovative and tailored solutions. This acquisition embodies our commitment to developing high-performance, sustainable, and reusable packaging options, empowering us to meet evolving market demands effectively.”
Nicholas Thompson, Managing Director UK&I for Antalis, added, "The talented and dedicated team at The Packaging Company (Midlands) is known for their creativity, exceptional service, and customer-focused approach. We will unlock new opportunities together, delivering even more innovative, sustainable, and customised packaging solutions to delight our customers."
Mark Charles, CEO of The Packaging Company (Midlands) Limited, added: “Joining Antalis represents an exciting new chapter for our business. This partnership provides significant opportunities to accelerate our growth, expand our technical packaging range, and further innovate sustainable solutions. Our customers will benefit greatly from access to enhanced resources and the latest packaging technologies. We look forward to collaborating closely to shape the future of packaging.”
A smooth transition process is already underway to ensure uninterrupted service for all customers and partners. The combined capabilities of Antalis and The Packaging Company promise a strengthened presence and comprehensive packaging solutions in the UK market.
