BW Packaging and Crown form strategic partnership

BW Packaging and Crown Packaging have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance packaging automation in North America. The collaboration aims to provide integrated solutions for manufacturers and retailers.
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The demand for integrated packaging solutions is continuously growing, as companies strive to increase their efficiency and reduce costs. Against this backdrop, BW Packaging and Crown Packaging have formed a strategic partnership to join forces and serve the North American market with advanced packaging automation technologies.

BW Packaging, renowned for its extensive portfolio of packaging machinery and automation technologies, brings its expertise to the partnership. Together with Crown Packaging Corp., a leader in packaging materials, equipment, and services with an expansive network of over 50 branches across the USA, Mexico, and Canada, the aim is to deliver comprehensive solutions for manufacturers, retailers, and e-commerce businesses. These solutions are designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and promote sustainability initiatives.

Synergies in the packaging industry

Matt Venezia, Chief Commercial Officer of BW Packaging, highlighted the benefits of collaboration: „Our partnership with Crown Packaging demonstrates our shared commitment to supporting customers with innovative technology and outstanding service as they navigate complex packaging challenges.“ The combination of BW Packaging's comprehensive suite of packaging technologies and Crown's extensive distribution network creates new opportunities to support customers with scalable, future-proof packaging systems.

Jim Krapes, Senior Director at BW Packaging, highlighted that the partnership combines the complementary strengths of both companies to deliver integrated solutions for customers. This collaboration enables the provision of complete technical solutions that improve efficiency and performance.

Focus on customer needs

Rich Benkelman, Executive Vice President of Crown Packaging Corp., explained that customers today are looking for more than just individual products or standalone machines. They want integrated solutions and trusted partners that can help them optimise their entire packaging operation. 

Source: BW Packaging