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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
VPK appoints Patrick Leclercq as Corrugated Board divisional CEO
VPK Group has announced the appointment of Patrick Leclercq as the new divisional CEO of its Corrugated Board division. Leclercq has been with the company since 2017 and gained experience in various roles across Belgium, the Nordics, and France. His background and strategic understanding are expected to contribute to the development of the division. In a recent video interview, Leclercq discussed his approach to leadership and the current landscape of the corrugated board sector, highlighting the need for collaboration across borders, the company's sustainability efforts, and the importance of its workforce. Leclercq said: 'People are 80% alike across borders, but the difference lies in the 20% nuance. These insights help me today in my role across more than ten countries.' VPK Group operates 70 facilities in 21 countries and employs approximately 7,000 staff members. The company focuses on providing packaging solutions through its main divisions: Recycled Paper, Corrugated Packaging, and specialities with solid board, cores, and edge protectors. VPK launched the new BOBST 4-colour casemaker in Oudegem, Belgium, in May this year. Replacing two older Langston machines, the facility enables sustainable production. In April this year, VPK Group strengthened its presence in Italy by acquiring Open Imballaggi, a producer of corrugated cardboard packaging based near Bergamo in Lombardy. The deal aligns with VPK's strategic goals to broaden its global footprint and enhance its operational efficiency. With this acquisition, VPK Group seeks to further its long-term development strategy, reinforcing its vertically integrated approach within the paper and board packaging industry. "VPK appoints Patrick Leclercq as Corrugated Board divisional CEO" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
VPK Group expands in Italy with Open Imballaggi acquisition
VPK Group has enhanced its operations in Italy with the acquisition of Open Imballaggi, a manufacturer of corrugated cardboard packaging located near Bergamo in Lombardy. The move is in line with VPK's broader objectives to expand its international reach and improve its operational capabilities. The addition of Open Imballaggi's location complements VPK's existing operations, which include Zetacarton and IEMME. Founded by the Marsetti family, Open Imballaggi has its history dating back to 1908. Throughout the years, the company has undergone growth and transformation, culminating in its formal establishment by Guido Marsetti in 1988. The company now operates from a 22,000m² facility in Calcinate. This facility recently saw a €7m ($7.9m) investment in its machinery, including a new six-colour rotary die cutter. With an annual revenue of €30m, Open Imballaggi has a production capacity of 40 million square metres of packaging. The company serves a clientele of 700 customers in industries such as food and beverage, cosmetics, e-commerce, and automotive, and employs roughly 70 people. VPK Group stated that it intends to preserve Open Imballaggi's family-oriented culture while continuing to prioritise customer relationships, innovation, and sustainability. Through this acquisition, VPK Group aims to advance its long-term growth strategy, strengthening its vertically integrated business model in the paper and board packaging sector. VPK Group CEO Pierre Macharis said: 'The acquisition of Open Imballaggi aligns perfectly with our strategy to strengthen our presence in key European markets. 'Their strong reputation for quality and service complements our existing Italian operations, and we are excited to welcome their experienced team into the VPK family.' Last December, Scottish paper packaging manufacturer McLaren Packaging announced a new joint venture (JV) with VPK Packaging UK & Ireland, a part of VPK Group, to create a 50/50 business partnership. The JV venture, named McLaren Corrugate, brought together McLaren's production facilities in Port Glasgow with VPK's site in East Kilbride, both in Scotland. "VPK Group expands in Italy with Open Imballaggi acquisition" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
