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Smurfit Kappa to acquire Saxon Packaging in the UK
(Dublin, Ireland, Nov. 07, 2016) Smurfit Kappa UK announced the acquisition of Saxon Packaging based in Lowestoft, Norfolk (UK).
Saxon Packaging is an independent converter of board into corrugated boxes and fitments.
According to Smurfit Kappa, Saxon has invested over the past three years in latest technology machinery which allows the company to meet the needs of its broad customer base in Suffolk, East Anglia and the Home Counties.
Clive Bowers, CEO of Smurfit Kappa UK stated, “I am delighted with this acquisition which will integrate another strong professional management team into the Smurfit Kappa organization. The culture of this company is very much aligned with the Smurfit Kappa philosophy.” (Source: press release)
