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UK packaging manufacturer acquired by Turkish business

Tolga Bayrak and Stuart Ingram
Tolga Bayrak and Stuart Ingram

UK-based corrosion prevention and protective packaging specialist Technology Packaging has been acquired by Turkish firm Desi Kimya.

Technology Packaging, headquartered in Middlesex, helps manufacturers of metal components to protect goods against corrosion during storage and transport. Customers of its TechCorro brand include foundries, forges and suppliers in the automotive, aerospace and medical sectors.

Desi Kimya has more than 40 years of experience in corrosion prevention and moisture control. It will combine its experience in manufacturing Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) solutions and desiccants with Technology Packaging’s UK market knowledge, client relationships, supply chains, and technical expertise.

The acquisition also provides Technology Packaging with access to Desi Kimya’s portfolio of corrosion and moisture protection solutions, including products supplied under its TRUGUARD protective packaging brand. This will support further development of TechCorro.

Tolga Bayrak, general manager, Desi Kimya, and director, Technology Packaging, said, “Technology Packaging joining Desi Kimya marks an important step in our international growth strategy and strengthens our ability to serve customers directly in the UK By combining Technology Packaging’s market knowledge and customer relationships with Desi Kimya’s manufacturing, R&D and testing capabilities, we can provide a more complete, locally supported corrosion and moisture protection offering.”

Desi Kimya manufactures its own VCI masterbatch to produce protective polyethylene film. This means Technology Packaging can now draw upon in-house manufacturing and testing capabilities. This increased control means the business can offer customers a ‘complete packaging solution’.

Stuart Ingram, general manager, Technology Packaging Ltd, added, “Becoming part of the Desi Kimya family gives us direct access to manufacturing, technical and product capabilities. This enables us to build on our established market knowledge and customer relationships in the UK. For our customers, this means greater capabilities and a broader range of solutions – all while maintaining the continuity and service they know from Technology Packaging.”