Global packaging supplier Berlin Packaging has announced the acquisition of BlueSky, further expanding its presence across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and strengthening its capabilities in the United Kingdom.
Based in Grimsby, UK, BlueSky is a family-owned company specializing in plastic, glass and metal packaging solutions for a diverse range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, beauty, personal care, home care and beverages. The company is known for supplying customized packaging products, closures and dispensing systems tailored to customer requirements, while also offering value-added services such as decoration, printing and sourcing support.
The acquisition aligns with Berlin Packaging’s strategy of expanding its regional network and enhancing its product portfolio through targeted investments in specialist packaging businesses. BlueSky’s expertise in serving small and medium-sized enterprises complements Berlin Packaging’s extensive global reach and broad packaging offering.
According to Marcel Schröder, President of Berlin Packaging EMEA, the acquisition represents an important step in strengthening the company’s position in the UK market. He noted that BlueSky’s customer-focused approach, industry expertise and value-added services closely align with Berlin Packaging’s business model and will help deliver more comprehensive solutions to customers across multiple sectors.
Russell Wade, Managing Director of BlueSky, described the move as an exciting new chapter for both companies. He emphasized that combining BlueSky’s responsive and consultative service model with Berlin Packaging’s global scale, sourcing capabilities and innovation expertise will provide customers with a wider range of packaging options, stronger supply chain resilience and enhanced support for future growth.
Source: Berlin Packaging with additional information added by Glass Balkan