Coppice Alupack has acquired UK-based PFF Group, preserving all jobs and expanding its sustainable packaging offerings amid challenging market conditions.

Target Information

PFF Group is a UK-based manufacturer specializing in recyclable packaging for the food industry. The company, which generates an annual turnover of £40 million (approximately $53.77 million), produces sustainable and rigid plastic packaging solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of its clients in the food sector.

Recently, PFF Group entered administration and was subsequently acquired by Coppice Alupack. This acquisition ensures the preservation of all 239 jobs across PFF's facilities located in Keighley, West Yorkshire, and Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham. The streamlined transition was managed by Howard Smith and Richard Harrison of Interpath Advisory, who acted as joint administrators.

Industry Overview in the UK

The packaging industry in the UK plays a pivotal role in the economy, contributing significantly to job creation and sustainability efforts. However, the sector has faced unprecedented challenges d