VPK Group continues its Italian expansion with the acquisition of Open Imballaggi S.p.A

VPK Group announces the acquisition of Open Imballaggi, a well-established sheet plant specializing in corrugated cardboard packaging, located near Bergamo in Lombardy.

Apr 24, 2025

This strategic acquisition strengthens VPK Group's geographical footprint in one of Europe’s largest packaging markets. Open Imballaggi's location complements VPK's existing operations with Zetacarton and IEMME, supporting further market growth in the key industrial region around Bergamo.

Founded by the Marsetti family, Open Imballaggi traces its roots back to 1908. Over the decades, the company has evolved and expanded, with Guido Marsetti founding Open Imballaggi S.p.A. in 1988. Today, the company operates from a modern 22,000 m² facility in Calcinate, recently enhanced by €7 million in investments, including a new 6-color rotary die cutter.

With an annual turnover of €30 million and a production capacity of 40 million m² of boxes, Open Imballaggi serves 700 clients across multiple industries, including Food & Beverage, cosmetics, e-commerce, and automotive. The company employs approximately 70 people.

Beyond strategic fit, this acquisition brings together two companies that share strong family values and a long-term vision. VPK will continue Open Imballaggi’s family-driven culture and commitment to customer relationships, with a focus on entrepreneurship, sustainability, and continuous investment in people and innovation.

Pierre Macharis, CEO of VPK Group, commented: "The acquisition of Open Imballaggi aligns perfectly with our strategy to strengthen our presence in key European markets. Their strong reputation for quality and service complements our existing Italian operations, and we are excited to welcome their experienced team into the VPK family."

With this expansion, VPK Group continues to build on its long-term strategy of sustainable growth with its vertically integrated business model in the paper and board packaging industry.

VPK Group continues its Italian expansion with the acquisition of Open Imballaggi S.p.A

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