ACG acquires specialty packaging foils supplier
ACG strengthened its packaging solutions services by acquiring Technical Aluminum Foil Company.
Capsules and packaging manufacturer ACG (Mumbai, India) has acquired specialty packaging foils supplier Technical Aluminum Foil Company (TAFC; Ajman, United Arab Emirates). ACG says this acquisition strengthens its comprehensive packaging solutions, especially in the Middle Eastern and African markets.
TAFC’s aluminum and specialty packaging have high barrier properties and are used in both the pharmaceutical and food industries. The company also specializes in lacquering, lamination, printing, and slitting services.
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