Carton Pack acquires Clifton Packaging to strengthen European position in flexible packaging solutions < News & Events

Carton Pack S.p.A., a leading Italian company specializing in packaging production for the food industry, has acquired Clifton Packaging Group Limited (‘Clifton’), a UK-based manufacturer of innovative flexible food packaging solutions. Carton Pack is a portfolio company of A&M Capital Europe (‘AMCE’), a London-based private equity firm with €650 million of commitments under management. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Leicester, UK, Clifton serves a broad range of blue-chip brands, with a particular focus on the wet protein and snacks categories. Clifton has an established reputation for technical innovation in flexible films and pouches, positioning it as a key player in sustainable packaging solutions. Clifton will continue to operate under the leadership of its management team, led by CEO Shane D’Souza.

“We are delighted to welcome Clifton Packaging into the Carton Pack Group,” said Gianni Leone CEO of Carton Pack Group. “The acquisition represents a vital step in our global strategy to deliver both plastic and paper sustainable packaging solutions on a larger scale to the food industry. This partnership not only expands our product range but also strengthens our capacity to serve clients across Europe and beyond, further reinforcing our commitment to quality, service and innovation.”