The Packaging Company acquired by Antalis

Accelerated growth is the target for The Packaging Company (Midlands) following the company’s sale to Antalis.

A provider of bespoke, high-quality packaging solutions to customers across the Midlands from two premises in Leicester, The Packaging Company (Midlands) was originally established in 1994 as a supplier of packaging consumables to the hosiery sector.

The company has subsequently developed a diverse customer base spanning the healthcare, logistics, engineering and manufacturing industries, with annual revenues of £3.2million and a dedicated team of 24 professionals.

Jacob Lord, KBS Corporate Deal Executive, advised on the sale of The Packaging Company (Midlands) to Antalis, a global leader in distributing paper, packaging and visual communications solutions.

With The Packaging Company (Midlands) having earned a reputation for its innovative approach and commitment to customer-focused packaging solutions, the acquisition will enable Antalis to expand its presence and enhance its service capabilities in the UK packaging market.

“Joining Antalis represents an exciting new chapter for our business,” said Mark Charles, co-founder and CEO of The Packaging Company (Midlands).

“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.”

Nicholas Thompson, Managing Director UK&I for Antalis, commented: “The talented and dedicated team at The Packaging Company (Midlands) are 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.”

Jacob Lord acclaimed the work of his KBS colleague Keighley Perkin, Senior Research Analyst, in sourcing the buyer, and was delighted to bring the deal to a successful conclusion.

“We are very pleased with the outcome of the transaction,” said Jacob. “This acquisition will undoubtedly serve as a fantastic foothold for Antalis in their growth plans.”