Città di Castello, Italy July 8, 2024
CMC Packaging Automation and Antalis announce a strategic partnership in Scandinavia. Together, they will deliver innovative, efficient and sustainable packaging solutions for web shops, retailers, 3PLs and logistics companies.
CMC supplies fully automated, right-sized packaging solutions. It partners with KKR’s Global Impact team and is backed by Amazon’s Climate Pledge Fund. Antalis belongs to the Kokusai Pulp & Paper group, a worldwide leader in Papers, Packaging and Visual Communication distribution.
Combining packaging technology and local expertise
The partnership brings together complementary strengths. CMC contributes innovative on-demand packaging technology and automation expertise. Antalis adds an extensive distribution network and a deep understanding of customer needs across industries. Together, they will offer integrated solutions for the evolving Scandinavian market. This one-stop shop will address packaging needs with tailored solutions that support customer satisfaction and loyalty.
CMC’s automated solutions will help Antalis’ customers reduce labour costs and minimise material waste. They will also optimise packaging and shipping processes. In addition, customers will receive comprehensive support covering installation, training, maintenance and technical assistance. The aim is faster, reliable service.
Innovation, sustainability and customer support
Both companies share a commitment to innovation and sustainability. They will develop and promote eco-friendly packaging solutions to meet growing demand for sustainable business practices. Their combined expertise and shared technological advances will support this work.
“We are incredibly proud of this partnership with Antalis. Together, we can provide tailored advice and services that meet the specific needs of our customers across different industries, while advancing market demands. – Francesco Ponti, CEO of CMC Packaging Automation.
“By uniting our innovative on-demand packaging technology with Antalis’ expansive distribution network and deep industry insight, we are setting a new standard for efficient, sustainable packaging solutions in Scandinavia. This partnership underscores our shared commitment to driving customer satisfaction and loyalty through cutting-edge advancements and eco-friendly practices so to help clients achieve their sustainable supply chain targets and meet their ESG criteria.” – Luigi Russo, General Manager of CMC Packaging Automation.
Commenting on the partnership, Jacob Ejlskov Andersen , Sector Director for Antalis Packaging in Scandinavia, says: “We are excited about this partnership as it represents a significant step forward in the development of our business within automation as well as our focus on addressing the increasing need for sustainable packaging solutions.”
“By combining the innovative CMC Packaging Automation machinery with our deep know-how in the packaging industry, we are well-positioned to deliver comprehensive automation solutions and services to support our customers’ needs, ensuring compliance with upcoming regulations such as, Empty Space Ratio, and driving sustainable initiatives,” Jacob Ejlskov Andersen concludes.
About CMC Packaging Automation
CMC Spa is a private company based in Città di Castello (PG). It designs, produces and sells innovative solutions and high-tech machinery for mailing, graphic art, e-commerce and logistics. Founded in 1980, CMC has developed technologies, services, components and professional technical training. It responds to changing market demands with creative projects and tailor-made solutions.
As e-commerce reshapes shipping, CMC helps retailers and logistics companies optimize order fulfilment. Its popular, award-winning 3D packaging technology adapts each package to its contents. This enables sustainable, robust, highly personalized and secure packaging. For more information, visit the CMC website.
About Antalis
Antalis is part of the Kokusai Pulp & Paper group. The group is a worldwide leader in Papers, Packaging and Visual Communication distribution, headquartered in Japan. It is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (ISIN JP3293350009), with JPY 659.1 billion* turnover in 2023.
In Europe, Canada and Latin America, Antalis is the leading B2B distributor of products and services in Papers and industrial Packaging. It also ranks second in Visual Communication media distribution. Headquartered in the Paris area (France), Antalis operates in 32 countries. Its 4,100 employees and breakthrough e-commerce solutions serve over 100,000 customers. Its 84 distribution centers focus on eco-responsibility and provide world-class services.
* approx. €4.3 billion
Press contacts
CMC Packaging Automation Tania Torcolacci
Head of Global Marketing
tania.torcolacci@cmcsolutions.com
Antalis Jacob Ejlskov Andersen
Sector Director Packaging, Scandinavia
