Mondi expands its product range, capacity and innovation by completing the acquisition of the Western Europe assets of Schumacher Packaging.
Apr 2, 2025
Mondi, a global leader in the production of sustainable packaging and paper, has completed the acquisition of the Western Europe assets of Schumacher Packaging, expanding the product range, capacity and innovation available to customers demanding high-performance, sustainable packaging at scale.
For existing Mondi customers, the expanded product range and enhanced production flexibility supports the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Customers joining from Schumacher Packaging gain full access to Mondi’s comprehensive product portfolio and services, industry-leading sustainability credentials, reliable delivery systems and strengthened security of supply.
Watch: In Pursuit of Lesser Water Footprint
“This acquisition significantly strengthens our corrugated packaging business, extending our footprint in Western Europe and offering strong vertical integration opportunities,” says Andrew King, Mondi Group Chief Executive Officer.
Among the acquired sites, the two state-of-the-art mega box plants in Ebersdorf and Greven (Germany) deliver best-in-class asset performance and quality. By adding solid board solutions to the portfolio, Mondi provides eCommerce and FMCG customers with sustainable packaging that protects products while optimising logistics.
“This acquisition is all about delivering more for our customers – greater capacity, enhanced supply security, and a broader range of sustainable packaging solutions to help them succeed. Bringing together the expertise of our new colleagues from Schumacher Packaging with Mondi’s capabilities strengthens our offering even further, enabling us to drive greater innovation and value for the customers we serve,” says Markus Gärtner, CEO Corrugated Packaging, Mondi Group.
Also Read: Valmet Launches World’s First Advanced Process Control for Optimizing High-Yield Pulping
In addition to the benefits of an expanded portfolio and value chain integration, the combined expertise of Schumacher Packaging and Mondi can support customers further by reducing waste, cutting carbon emissions and improving operational efficiency.
