Weener Plastics acquired Artpack in Russia

Plastic packaging supplier Weener Plastics (WP) Group, headquartered in the Netherlands, has acquired bottle manufacturer Artpack in Russia. The transaction closed on 20 February 2018 for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition fits perfectly within WP’s global expansion strategy. Artpack, founded in 2003, is strategically located in Dzerzhinsk, Nizhny Novgorod Region – approximately 400 km east … Read more

2M Holdings Ltd acquires Franken-Kosmetik-Chemiehandel GmbH & Co. KG

2M Holdings Ltd (“2M”) is delighted to announce that, following its recent acquisition of Dusseldorf based company CE-O2 GmBH, it has now acquired Franken-Kosmetik-Chemiehandel GmbH & Co. KG (“FrankenChemie”), a privately held, distributor of specialty chemicals, based in Nuremberg, Germany. Mottie Kessler MBE, Chairman & CEO of 2M said: “2M is seeking opportunities to expand … Read more

Groupe Rocher wants to acquire Arbonne International

In order to complement its portfolio and fulfill its growth objectives, particularly outside the Euro area, Groupe Rocher has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Arbonne International, a leader in direct selling of botanically based beauty, personal care and nutrition products. Arbonne offers a wide range of vegan skincare, bath and body, and nutrition … Read more

Eurofragance acquires Fragrance Design in the US

Eurofragance, a company specialising in fragrance design and creation, is entering the United States market by acquiring a majority shareholding in Fragrance Design, based in Atlanta (Georgia). Eurofragance, which already operates in the American market through a plant and creative centre in Mexico, is now entering the United States. Fragrance Design by Eurofragance will keep … Read more

Henkel schließt Erwerb von Zotos International ab

Henkel hat den Erwerb von Zotos International Inc., dem nordamerikanischen Friseurgeschäft von Shiseido Company, Limited, erfolgreich abgeschlossen. Die Akquisition umfasst führende Hair Professional-Marken wie Joico und Zotos Professional. Die Vereinbarung über den Erwerb des Unternehmens war am 26. Oktober 2017 unterzeichnet worden. Der Kaufpreis beträgt 485 Millionen US-Dollar. Im Geschäftsjahr 2016 hat Zotos International Inc. … Read more

Colgate has acquired PCA Skin and EltaMD Skin Care Brands

Colgate-Palmolive Company, as part of its strategy to focus on its higher-margin oral care, personal care and pet nutrition businesses, has purchased PCA Skin and EltaMD, two of the fastest-growing brands in professional skin care, in two separate transactions. These acquisitions will enable Colgate to enter the attractive professional skin care category while complementing its … Read more

Kao übernimmt Oribe Hair Care

Kao USA Inc., eine hundertprozentige Tochtergesellschaft der Kao Corporation, hat Oribe Hair Care übernommen. Kao, ein globaler Hersteller und Vermarkter von Top Beauty-Marken, der weltweit für Innovation und Qualität bekannt ist, übernimmt Oribe Hair Care LLC von den Eigentümern, zu denen unter anderem Luxury Brands Partners LLC gehören. Das Unternehmen gilt mit seinen Marken und … Read more

Albea on sale

Sun European Partners has announced that one of its affiliates has entered into exclusive negotiations to sell Albéa, a global supplier in the BPC packaging industry, to Funds advised by PAI Partners (“PAI”). The proposed transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals. Albéa is a global packaging company, providing a wide range of solutions for … Read more

DSM acquires Amyris Brazilian Production Facility

DSM has acquired Amyris Brasil and has established a long-term manufacturing partnership for Amyris’s high-volume products. About DSM DSM delivers solutions that nourish, protect and improve performance in global markets such as food and dietary supplements, personal care, feed, medical devices, automotive, paints, electrical and electronics, life protection, alternative energy and bio-based materials. DSM and … Read more

Kolb intends to buy chemicals firm in Netherlands

KLK announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Kolb Distribution AG had on December 11 entered into an agreement with Elementis plc to acquire Elementis Specialties Netherlands (ESN), located in Delden, the Netherlands. Completion of the sale, which is subject to completion of employee consultation processes, receipt of regulatory clearances and other customary closing conditions, is … Read more

Kolb plant Kauf von Elementis

KLK hat bekannt gegeben, dass die hundertprozentige Tochtergesellschaft Kolb Distribution AG am 11. Dezember eine Vereinbarung mit Elementis plc unterzeichnet hat mit dem Ziel, Elementis Specialties Netherlands (ESN) in Delden (NL) zu akquirieren. Nach Abschluss der Konsultation mit den relevanten Sozialpartnern sowie vorbehaltlich der Genehmigung durch die zuständigen Behörden und dem Erfüllen weiterer Abschlussbedingungen, streben … Read more

GPack acquires Alliora Coffrets

GPack has signed an agreement with Oaktree Capital Management LP to acquire Alliora Coffrets, based in Fougères, France. The acquisition is part of GPack Group’s ongoing development strategy centered on expanding throughout Europe. The strength of a group Formerly known as Cartotecnica Goldprint, GPack originally specialised in the production of luxury packaging for cosmetics and … Read more

Virojanglor and Interesting Sourcing to merge

Virojanglor, a supplier of metal packaging for the premium cosmetics, wines and spirits markets, acquires French company Interesting Sourcing, specialised in the manufacturing and global management of multi-material packaging. With their similar business models based on historic, exclusive partnerships with the most innovative factories, Virojanglor and Interesting Sourcing will continue as a single entity to … Read more

Shiseido transfers Revive to Tengram Capital

Shiseido will transfer the prestige skin care brand, RéVive, which is owned by its subsidiary, Shiseido Americas to Tengram Capital Partners. RéVive had been owned by Gurwitch Products which joined Shiseido Group in July 2016 and merged by absorption by Shiseido Americas in December 2016. The Shiseido Group has been promoting a selection and concentration … Read more

Shiseido Americas acquires Giaran

Shiseido Americas, the company’s consolidated subsidiary and regional headquarters for Americas, has acquired Giaran, an award winning, data driven company with technology in artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, to transform the consumer experience and take personalised beauty to the next level. Founded in 2016 from a research lab spinoff within Synergetic Media Learning Laboratory (SMILE Lab) … Read more

Gpack acquires Alliora Coffrets

The Gpack Group plans to acquire Alliora Coffrets, held by the funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management L.P. in order to develop its packaging activities in the luxury market, in particular on the French market.This transaction is subject to consultation with the employee representative bodies in France as well as the usual closing conditions and … Read more

Henkel acquires Shiseido’s US Hair Professional business

Henkel signed an agreement to acquire Zotos International, the North American Hair Professional business of Shiseido Company, for 485 million US dollars. The acquisition comprises hair professional brands such as Joico and Zotos Professional. “This acquisition is part of our strategy to expand our position in attractive markets and categories. It will further strengthen our … Read more

Henkel erwirbt nordamerikanisches Friseurgeschäft von Shiseido

Henkel hat eine Vereinbarung über den Erwerb von Zotos International Inc., dem nordamerikanischen Friseurgeschäft von Shiseido Company, Limited, zu einem Kaufpreis von 485 Millionen US-Dollar unterzeichnet. Die Akquisition umfasst führende Hair Professional-Marken wie Joico und Zotos Professional. Im Geschäftsjahr 2016 hat Zotos International Inc. einen Umsatz von rund 230 Millionen US-Dollar erzielt und rund 700 … Read more