Mirai Investments has acquired Cosmeprint, SL., a company based in Sant Pere de Vilamajor (Barcelona) specializing in the manufacture of packaging for the cosmetics, personal care, parapharmaceutical, and food sectors. Founded in 2003, it had a turnover of nearly €10 million in 2023. The Catalan company joins MAM, Metaltec, Laboratorios Cooper, and...
Berlin Packaging acquires Jurcal Packaging
December 29th 2025
Berlin Packaging, a global Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, has acquired Jurcal Packaging, a Spanish distributor specializing in packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical and veterinary sectors. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Alcobendas, Madrid, Jurcal is a family business run by siblings Julián and Susana...
Grabalfa Group integrates French Plastics
November 19th 2025
With this acquisition, Grabalfa combines Plásticos Francés' industrial capabilities in printing and converting with its own expertise in prepress, expanding its value proposition within the packaging sector and offering customers and suppliers comprehensive support as a strategic partner. The goal is to position itself as an ally...
Sonoco integrates its metal packaging and rigid paper packaging businesses
November 14th 2025
Sonoco, a multinational company specializing in sustainable packaging solutions, is integrating its metal packaging and rigid paper packaging businesses in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific under a unified business: Sonoco Consumer Packaging EMEA/APAC. This evolution strengthens Sonoco's ability to support major consumer brands...
Vintae buys Diageo's stake in El Bandarra vermouth
9th September 2025
The wine company Vintae has acquired 100% of El Bandarra vermouth, after closing the purchase of Diageo's stake in the brand until now. With this transaction, Vintae consolidates its commitment to quality products beyond wine and strengthens its presence in the aperitif segment with one of the most recognizable vermouths in the world.
Gerresheimer will spin off its molded glass division and plans a subsequent sale process.
August 25th, 2025
Following a comprehensive strategic review of its molded glass business, Gerresheimer, an innovative systems and solutions provider and global partner for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and cosmetics industries, has decided to spin off the business and plans to subsequently initiate a sale process for the business unit. The objective of the review is to...
Albéa acquires Amfora Packaging to strengthen its presence in Latin America
August 25th, 2025
The Albéa Group has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Amfora Packaging, a packaging company headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, with operations in Colombia and Peru. Amfora Packaging will bring to Albéa its expertise in the design, development, and production of plastic packaging for the fragrance, cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries.
International Paper completes acquisition of DS Smith
August 1th, 2025
International Paper (IP) has completed the sale of five European facilities to the PALM Group to meet regulatory commitments arising from its acquisition of DS Smith Plc. The sale includes three facilities in Normandy, France (a box plant in Saint-Amand, one in Mortagne, and a sheet plant in Cabourg); a box plant in Ovar, Portugal; and...
Merck Surface Solutions is now Susonity
July 31, 2025
Susonity has become part of Global New Material International Holdings Ltd. The transaction officially closed today, July 31, 2025, transferring ownership from Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, to GNMI, China. With this strategic development, Susonity strengthens its innovation and service capabilities, adding...
Berlin Packaging expands its presence in the beauty packaging sector with the acquisition of Cosmei
July 11, 2025
Berlin Packaging expands its presence in the beauty and cosmetics sector with the acquisition of Cosmei, an Italian company known for its innovative packaging solutions and agile, design-focused approach. Founded by Michele Cicchetti and headquartered in Bagnolo Cremasco, in the heart of Italy's "Comestic Valley," Cosmei has become a leading global brand.
