At the end of March, the EU Commission cleared the proposed acquisition of Schumacher Packaging by Mondi. The acquisition, which was announced in October 2024, includes Schumacher’s corrugated and solid board businesses in Germany, the Netherlands and the UK.
The EU Commission said it concluded that the notified transaction would not raise competition concerns, given its limited impact on competition in the markets where the companies are active, notably with regard to the production and sale of heavy-duty, conventional and litho-laminated corrugated packaging in certain areas in Germany and Austria.
Mondi has now 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.
“This acquisition significantly strengthens our corrugated packaging business, extending our footprint in Western Europe and offering strong vertical integration opportunities. We are delighted to welcome our new Schumacher Packaging colleagues to Mondi. Together we will expand our e-commerce and FMCG offering, particularly in Western Europe, presenting exciting opportunities to introduce the Group’s unique range of products to a wider array of customers as they increasingly transition towards more sustainable packaging solutions,” comments Andrew King, CEO.
Among the acquired sites, the two state-of-the-art mega box plants in Ebersdorf and Greven in Germany deliver best-in-class asset performance and quality. By adding solid board solutions to the portfolio, Mondi provides e-commerce 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,” comments Markus Gärtner, CEO Corrugated Packaging.
