Mondi, a global player in sustainable packaging and paper solutions, has completed the acquisition of Schumacher Packaging’s Western European plants, marking a significant expansion of its production capacity, innovation capabilities, and product portfolio. The deal adds over one billion square meters of corrugated packaging capacity and introduces solid board solutions to serve the growing needs of the eCommerce and FMCG sectors.
“This acquisition enables us to offer our customers even more – increased capacity, improved supply security, and an expanded range of sustainable packaging solutions,” said Markus Gärtner, CEO of Corrugated Packaging, Mondi Group.
The acquisition includes state-of-the-art converting plants in Ebersdorf and Greven, Germany, known for their high-performance equipment and product quality. These additions will allow Mondi to offer greater production flexibility and support for customers aiming to reduce waste, enhance operational efficiency, and achieve sustainability goals.
Andrew King, CEO of Mondi Group, stated, “We are very pleased to welcome our new colleagues from Schumacher Packaging. Together, we aim to further develop our offering for the eCommerce and FMCG sectors in Western Europe and make our unique packaging solutions available to even more customers who are increasingly turning to sustainable alternatives.”
The integration of Schumacher Packaging’s expertise into Mondi’s operations supports a fully integrated packaging approach, helping customers across the value chain meet both logistical and environmental targets. This strategic move further solidifies Mondi’s position as a key supplier of sustainable, customized packaging solutions in Europe.