Berlin Packaging announced the acquisition of BlueSky, a United Kingdom-based provider of packaging solutions serving the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, beauty, personal care, home care, and beverage markets. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
The acquisition strengthens Berlin Packaging’s presence in the UK and expands its capabilities across multiple end markets. BlueSky brings expertise in plastic, metal, and glass packaging, along with specialized containers, closures, and dispensing systems tailored to customer requirements.
Headquartered in Grimsby, England, BlueSky is a family-owned business that serves small and medium-sized customers throughout the UK. The company offers value-added services including decoration and printing, supported by extensive sourcing capabilities and a consultative approach to customer service.
Berlin Packaging said the addition of BlueSky enhances its portfolio of packaging solutions and complements its existing operations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The deal is expected to provide customers with access to broader packaging options, greater supply chain resilience, and expanded innovation capabilities.
Berlin Packaging is the world’s largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier and provides glass, plastic, and metal containers and closures, along with package design, consulting, warehousing, and logistics services. The company supplies billions of packaging components annually to customers across a wide range of industries.
KEY QUOTES:
“The acquisition of BlueSky represents a strategic step in expanding our presence and capabilities in the UK market. BlueSky brings deep cross-sector expertise and a complementary portfolio of materials and packaging solutions that enhance our existing offering. Its strong customer-centric approach and value-added services align closely with Berlin Packaging’s business model. We are thrilled to team up with the professionals at BlueSky to serve our customers, and we are confident this new chapter will allow us to deliver even more comprehensive solutions to our collective customers while supporting their continued growth.”
Marcel Schröder, President of Berlin Packaging EMEA
“Joining Berlin Packaging marks an exciting new chapter for both our team and, most importantly, our customers. By combining our highly responsive, consultative service with Berlin’s global scale, sourcing strength, and innovation capabilities, we will be able to offer our customers a broader range of packaging solutions, enhanced supply chain resilience, and even greater support as they grow.”
Russell Wade, Managing Director of BlueSky
