French corrugated equipment specialist Technicarton has completed the acquisition of Cartec, a France-based manufacturer of corrugated converting and peripheral equipment located in Chasse-sur-Rhône.
The move represents a strategic step in Technicarton’s growth plan and is expected to broaden its capabilities within the corrugated packaging machinery sector.
According to the company, the acquisition will enable Technicarton to expand its range of equipment and technical expertise while strengthening its position in the French and European corrugated packaging markets. By integrating Cartec’s technologies and know-how, Technicarton aims to offer customers a more comprehensive portfolio of converting and end-of-line solutions.
Cartec has built a reputation for manufacturing equipment used in corrugated box converting operations, serving customers across the packaging industry. The addition of Cartec’s product offerings is expected to complement Technicarton’s existing business and create opportunities for enhanced customer support, innovation, and operational synergies.
The acquisition reflects a broader trend of consolidation within the packaging machinery sector, as equipment suppliers seek to expand technological capabilities, strengthen service networks, and provide more integrated solutions to corrugated packaging manufacturers. Recent years have seen increased merger and acquisition activity across the global packaging industry as companies position themselves for long-term growth.
For corrugated box producers, the combination of Technicarton and Cartec is expected to provide access to a wider range of machinery solutions, technical support services, and process optimization capabilities. The companies are expected to leverage their combined expertise to support the evolving needs of packaging converters facing growing demand for efficiency, automation, and sustainable production practices.
The transaction further highlights the continued investment and confidence in the corrugated packaging sector, which remains one of the fastest-growing segments of the packaging industry due to increasing demand from e-commerce, food, beverage, and industrial markets.
