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Day: February 13, 2023

Cartier Packaging wraps up acquisition of Complete Packaging Systems

CANADA – Packaging optimization firm Cartier Packaging has completed the acquisition of Complete Packaging Systems, a supply chain company based in Ontario. Founded in 2003, Complete Packaging Systems optimizes and secures transport packages, primarily serving the railway industry. The company provides ‘high-quality’ cargo securement products, including CYCLONE Air Bags and new Hanger Bags, to companies across North America. The deal,…

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Kelpi raises US$3.63M in seed funding to advance biomaterial coatings made from seaweed

UK – Kelpi, a sustainable material startup from Bath, has secured US$3.63 million (£3m) in seed funding to advance the development of its bioplastic for packaging. The latest seed funding was led by Science Creates Ventures and Green Angel Syndicate; One Planet Capital provided its funding, with follow-on investment from Bristol Private Equity Club (BPEC) and private angel investors. The…

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Envoy Solutions bolsters portfolio with acquisition of Mooney-General Paper

USA – Illinois-based specialized distributor and solution provider Envoy Solutions has entered an agreement to acquire full-line distribution services company Mooney-General Paper (MGP) for an undisclosed sum. Based in New Jersey, Mooney-General Paper provides equipment and supplies for industrial packaging, food service and food packaging, and sanitary maintenance. The business specializes in both traditional and innovative solutions that are tailored…

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Nestle conducts trial of reusable packaging for the Nesquik cocoa brand

GERMANY – Nestlé, the world’s largest food & beverage company is testing the use of reusable stainless-steel containers for its Nesquik cocoa brand in the German market. Nestle has partnered with Frankfurt-based startup, Circolution, manufacturer of reusable stainless steel in rolling out the trial. According to Nestle and Circolution’s partnership, the startup rents the reusable containers to the food manufacturer…

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