ITALIAN packaging production specialist Carton Pack S.p.A. has acquired Clifton Packaging Group, a UK-based manufacturer of flexible food packaging solutions.
Carton Pack is a portfolio company of A&M Capital Europe, a private equity firm with €650 million of commitments under management.
Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Leicester, Clifton serves a range of brands, with a particular focus on the wet protein and snacks categories. The firm specialises in flexible films and pouches.
Clifton will continue to operate under the leadership of its management team, led by CEO Shane D’Souza.
The transaction is Carton Pack’s sixth acquisition since 2020 and the third since AMCE acquired a majority stake in the group alongside the founding Leone family in April 2022.
“We are delighted to welcome Clifton Packaging into the Carton Pack Group,” said Gianni Leone, CEO of Carton Pack Group. “The acquisition represents a vital step in our global strategy to deliver both plastic and paper sustainable packaging solutions on a larger scale to the food industry.
“This partnership not only expands our product range but also strengthens our capacity to serve clients across Europe and beyond, further reinforcing our commitment to quality, service and innovation.”
Shane D’Souza, CEO of Clifton Packaging, added, “Together, we are poised to redefine the future of packaging by leveraging our combined strengths to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and make a positive impact on the environment. We will continue to operate under our established brand while benefiting from Carton Pack’s extensive resources and industry expertise, including access to warehousing and distribution in Europe. It’s an exciting time for the group and we look forward to what the future holds for us.”
