• Mondi completes acquisition of Schumacher Packaging’s Western Europe operations enhancing security of supply, reliability and innovation for customers adding over 1 billion square metres of additional packaging capacity.
• Expands product portfolio with solid board solutions, offering greater choice and tailored solutions for eCommerce, FMCG and beyond.
• Fully integrated packaging offering helps customers reduce waste, improve efficiency, and meet sustainability goals with expert guidance at every stage.

1 April 2025 – Mondi, a global leader in the production of sustainable packaging and paper, has completed the acquisition of the Western Europe assets of Schumacher Packaging, expanding the product range, capacity and innovation available to customers demanding high-performance, sustainable packaging at scale.

For existing Mondi customers, the expanded product range and enhanced production flexibility supports the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Customers joining from Schumacher Packaging gain full access to Mondi’s comprehensive product portfolio and services, industry-leading sustainability credentials, reliable delivery systems and strengthened security of supply.

“This acquisition significantly strengthens our corrugated packaging business, extending our footprint in Western Europe and offering strong vertical integration opportunities. We are delighted to welcome our new Schumacher Packaging colleagues to Mondi. Together we will expand our eCommerce and FMCG offering, particularly in Western Europe, presenting exciting opportunities to introduce the Group’s unique range of products to a wider array of customers as they increasingly transition towards more sustainable packaging solutions,” comments Andrew King, Mondi Group Chief Executive Officer.

Among the acquired sites, the two state-of-the-art mega box plants in Ebersdorf and Greven (Germany) deliver best-in-class asset performance and quality. By adding solid board solutions to the portfolio, Mondi provides eCommerce and FMCG customers with sustainable packaging that protects products while optimising logistics.

“This acquisition is all about delivering more for our customers – greater capacity, enhanced supply security, and a broader range of sustainable packaging solutions to help them succeed. Bringing together the expertise of our new colleagues from Schumacher Packaging with Mondi’s capabilities strengthens our offering even further, enabling us to drive greater innovation and value for the customers we serve,” comments Markus Gärtner, CEO Corrugated Packaging, Mondi Group.

In addition to the benefits of an expanded portfolio and value chain integration, the combined expertise of Schumacher Packaging and Mondi can support customers further by reducing waste, cutting carbon emissions and improving operational efficiency.

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Contact

Anika Köstinger

Senior Content Manager

Corrugated Packaging

Tel: +43 664 4162546

Email: anika.koestinger@mondigroup.com

About Mondi

Mondi is a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world by producing products that are sustainable by design. We employ 24,000 people in more than 30 countries and operate an integrated business with expertise spanning the entire value chain, enabling us to offer our customers a broad range of innovative solutions for consumer and industrial end-use applications. Sustainability is at the centre of our strategy, with our ambitious commitments to 2030 focused on circular driven solutions, created by empowered people, taking action on climate.

In 2024, Mondi had revenues of €7.4 billion and underlying EBITDA of €1.0 billion. Mondi is listed on the London Stock Exchange in the ESCC category (MNDI), where the Group is a FTSE100 constituent. It also has a secondary listing on the JSE Limited (MNP).