new yorkbusiness wiremulti packaging solutions &ldquomps&rdquo, a global leader in valueadded print and packaging solutions for the healthcare, branded consumer, and multimedia markets, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire subject to customary conditions the presentation products group, a highly regarded supplier of specialty rigid packaging and gifting products.&ldquoas we continue to build our premium packaging capabilities for the branded consumer and healthcare markets, the addition of presentation products group to mps enhances our manufacturing, creative design, project management, and global sourcing capabilities&rdquowith manufacturing operations in scotland and sourcing expertise in asia, presentation products group broadens the mps global infrastructure for rigid packaging. the business also offers fulfillment services, creating a compelling offering for luxury packaging, gift sets, travel retail, and commemorative editions.&ldquoas we continue to build our premium packaging capabilities for the branded consumer and healthcare markets, the addition of presentation products group to mps enhances our manufacturing, creative design, project management, and global sourcing capabilities,&rdquo commented dennis kaltman, president of mps. &ldquowe now have the scope, scale, and expertise on three continents to offer turnkey solutions for rigid packaging. i am excited to welcome the presentation products group to mps and look forward to working together to bring creative ideas to the market.&rdquolaura conway, owner and managing director at presentation products, commenting on the deal, said &ldquoi have been involved with the business for 30 years and i am proud of what has been achieved. we have built a strong reputation for innovation and service and we now produce packs for some of the world&rsquos most prestigious brands. we have worked hard to meet our customers&rsquo exacting requirements and i look forward to seeing the company develop its position as part of multi packaging solutions.&rdquoabout multi packaging solutionsmulti packaging solutions &ldquomps&rdquo is a leading global provider of valueadded packaging solutions to a diverse customer base across the healthcare, branded consumer, and multimedia markets. mps provides customers with an extensive array of printbased packaging, including premium folding cartons, labels, insertsleaflets, and specialty packaging across a variety of substrates and finishes. the company has 59 manufacturing locations in the north america, asia, and europe and employs over 9,200 people. mps is a portfolio company of carlyle group and of madison dearborn partners, llc. for more information, please visit www.multipkg.com.about presentation productspresentation products has operations in the scotland, hong kong and china. the group employs approximately 150 people globally and supplies both multinational and smaller regional clients in europe, asia and the united states. the company produces a broad range of rigid packaging styles made from paperboard, wood and other substrates that are embellished with other materials. the company also offers products such as gift hampers and various other specialty products complementary to its position as a global luxury packaging supplier.contactsmulti packaging solutionseuropean mediabob houghton, 44 01494 618600bob.houghton@multipkg.comorus mediaerin willigan, 6468850157erin.willigan@multipkg.com
