Toronto, Canada-based Kent Road Capital has established Bloor Street Flexibles, a new platform company dedicated to the flexible-packaging converting sector. In conjunction with the platform’s launch, Bloor Street Flexibles has completed its inaugural acquisition of a leading manufacturer of sustainable and innovative flexible films serving the food & beverage, agriculture, … [Read more...] about Kent Road Capital establishes Bloor Street Flexibles
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Global coated-paper market growing at 4.5% CAGR to 2033, reaching $35.7 billion
According to Verified Market Reports analysis, the global coated-paper market was valued at $25.5 billion last year and forecasted to grow at a 4.5% CAGR from 2026 to 2033, reaching $35.7 billion by 2033. What is the current outlook of the Coated Paper Market and how is the demand landscape evolving? The coated-paper market is experiencing a steady shift driven by … [Read more...] about Global coated-paper market growing at 4.5% CAGR to 2033, reaching $35.7 billion
Wipak Walsrode wraps factory acceptance test of new Nordmeccanica coater/laminators in tandem
German flexible-packaging converter Wipak Walsrode GmbH recently completed a successful Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) of its new Nordmeccanica laminating and coating lines to be installed within Wipak Group. The FAT was executed at the Piacenza facility of Nordmeccanica, with the Wipak team present, confirming the high quality and performance of the machinery prior to … [Read more...] about Wipak Walsrode wraps factory acceptance test of new Nordmeccanica coater/laminators in tandem
ProAmpac to acquire TC Transcontinental Packaging for $1.51 billion; expands global footprint in material science
Cincinnati, OH-based flexible-packaging converting giant ProAmpac signs a definitive agreement to acquire TC Transcontinental Packaging from TC Transcontinental for US$1.51 billion (approximately CAD$2.1 billion). The deal is expected to close in Q1 2026. ProAmpac brings sustainability, speed, and material science to the global packaging market. TCP is a strong strategic fit … [Read more...] about ProAmpac to acquire TC Transcontinental Packaging for $1.51 billion; expands global footprint in material science
BOBST Atlanta Competence Center to host open house focused on flex-pack printing & converting Feb. 24
Swiss printing and converting machinery maker BOBST will host a special one-time open house for the flexible-packaging supply chain at its Competence Centre, in Atlanta (GA). The Future of Flexible Packaging: Workforce, Automation, and Innovation will take place Feb. 24, 2026, and will bring together flexible-packaging professionals for demonstrations, discussions and … [Read more...] about BOBST Atlanta Competence Center to host open house focused on flex-pack printing & converting Feb. 24