TIPA and its European subsidiary Bio4Pack have acquired the packaging specialist Sealpap. TIPA is thus expanding its range to include recyclable, coated paper solutions and strengthening its position in the European market for flexible packaging.
The combination of TIPA's certified compostable technologies with Sealpap's recyclable paper packaging will create a broader portfolio that will make it easier for brands to fulfil both EU regulatory requirements and sustainability goals. According to TIPA, the acquisition is intended to accelerate the company's strategic expansion in Europe and North America. Sealpap owner Robert van der Laan emphasised that the merger will further advance paper solutions that are designed to be either recyclable or compostable.
Expanded technological basis for circular packaging concepts
With the acquisition, TIPA is expanding its role as a provider of recyclable packaging alternatives. Both companies see their strengths in the combination of paper and bioplastics technologies, which should enable brands to respond flexibly to different product requirements and regulatory specifications. TIPA supplies compostable packaging worldwide and aims to further consolidate its market position in the field of sustainable flexible packaging through the integration of Sealpap.
Significance for European trade marks and regulations
The acquisition takes place against the backdrop of stricter EU requirements for packaging. The complementary technologies now provide customers with both recyclable paper solutions and compostable alternatives from a single source. The companies believe that this will particularly benefit brands that want to align their packaging portfolio with upcoming requirements at an early stage.
Source: TIPA
