berlin packaging has announced the acquisition of Elias Valavanis SA, company based in Larisa, Greece, which supplies glass containers for the food and beverage industry.
With facilities in Bulgaria, Romania And through Greece, Elias Valavanis has long been synonymous with glass packaging in the region and is one of the leading suppliers of bottles and jars for olive oil, wine, distillates, soft drinks and water. Elias Valavanis has more than 1.500 clients, who benefit from the company's value-added services, including structural packaging design, decorating capabilities and the company's own glass recycling facility.
"Elias Valavanis is the perfect partner for Berlin Packaging in expanding our operations to the Balkans and in continuing to grow our glass business in the Mediterranean," he says. Paolo recrosio, CEO of Berlin Packaging EMEA. "Elias Valavanis shares our passion for glass art and design, and our commitment to helping our clients grow their businesses by offering leading products and services in the packaging industry."
"We are tremendously proud of all aspects of our business and we know that we have found a like-minded partner," he says. Elias valavanis, CEO of Elias Valavanis SA "I am excited about combining our company with Berlin Packaging, as I know that together we can accelerate investments in our products, capabilities and employees like never before."
“By entering new and important regions like the Balkans, Berlin Packaging is looking for industry leading companies that share our growth mindset and focus, our drive to excite customers and our winning culture,” he says Bill hayes, CEO and President of Berlin Packaging. "Elias Valavanis meets all these expectations and more, and will help us expand our coverage in the Mediterranean, adding an exciting new customer base."
This is Berlin Packaging's 15th acquisition in Europe since 2016 and its fifth acquisition in Europe in 2021. All employees and facilities from this purchase will be retained.
