Due to increasing costs related to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Flint Group will raise the prices of all its packaging ink and coating products, effective immediately.

The conflict in the Middle East is impacting global economic confidence, and repercussions are being seen across many industries.

Doug Aldred, Chief Commercial Officer – Flint Group, said, “Recent events in the Middle East are having a significant impact on the cost and availability of many essential materials & services, and regrettably, we do not expect these pressures to ease quickly.”

The situation currently shows little sign of abating, and Flint Group is feeling its impact via:

• Price increases for raw materials & intermediates
• Rising transportation, logistics, and insurance costs
• Longer lead times
• Lower availability of certain materials
• Force majeure from certain suppliers
• Higher energy costs

Wherever feasible, Flint Group continues to deploy internal efficiency initiatives and assess opportunities to mitigate cost and risk for its valued customers. 

Heiner Klokkers, President & CEO, Europe, India, Africa & the Middle East – Flint Group added, “Following a number of significant disruptions over recent years, supply chains are fragile. Nevertheless, we are working closely with all our suppliers and third-party service providers to mitigate rising costs, secure raw materials, and reduce risk wherever possible.”

However, the scale and pace of the current cost increases warrant price corrections and surcharges to ensure the company can continue supplying quality solutions.