Grayling Constantia Flexibles acquires FFP Packaging Solutions

Constantia Flexibles has signed an agreement to acquire 100 % of FFP Packaging Solutions, a leading player for sustainable, flexible packaging in the consumer market from Northampton, UK. Constantia Flexibles said the acquisition earns it the first consumer plant in the UK.

Pim Vervaat, CEO of Constantia Flexibles, said the acquisition also aligns well with its Vision 2025 growth strategy of investing in competitive businesses with potential for future growth.

“FFP Packaging Solutions joining the Constantia Flexibles Group will expand our overall market position. Its significant experience and credibility allow for strong relationships across the UK food industry. We will be working with the existing management team to continue driving the revolution of sustainable flexible packaging in the UK and beyond.”

FFP Packaging Solutions is an expert for recyclable laminates offering flow wraps, lidding films, and pre-made pouches and generates over 80% of its sales in sustainable packaging.

“Sustainable packaging solutions are no longer a trend. They are a must-have. FFP Packaging Solutions figures already show it. And together, we are committed to a circular economy, driving the transformation with more sustainable packaging,” stated Pim Vervaat to the new edition of the Constantia Flexibles family.

FFP Packaging Solutions is as a long-term trusted partner for major food brands & UK retailers. With over 100 employees, the business operates from its headquarters in Northampton, UK.

Robin Chudley, chairman of FFP Packaging Solutions, said he is “extremely proud” of FFP’s position in the UK flexible packaging market and the respect that FFP has developed across the industry.

“This legacy is something that was started by my father back in 1962 and has been continuously built upon through my own leadership of the business and more recently since the appointment of the management team in place today,” Chudley said.

“Having led FFP as a family-owned business for many years, we recognised the importance of succession planning to secure FFP’s long-term future. This is the reason that we appointed David Cooper as managing director & CEO in 2017 and since then David and his team have done a phenomenal job in making sure that FFP’s know-how, core competencies and values remain aligned with the needs of our customers and, in doing so, keeping FFP at the forefront of flexible packaging development.”

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