ProAmpac has acquired the bag converting operations of International Paper (IP). The acquisition expands ProAmpac’s converting capabilities, further advancing the company’s Fiberization of Packaging® strategy and enhancing its ability to deliver customized bag solutions for the grocery, convenience store, and quick-service restaurant markets.

“Global demand for reliable, recyclable paper packaging continues to grow rapidly amid evolving consumer expectations and market trends redefining recyclability,” says Greg Tucker, ProAmpac founder, vice chairman, and CEO. “ProAmpac’s acquisition of IP’s bag operation supports our Fiberization of Packaging initiatives, helping us better serve customers by extending our expertise in material science to the US west coast with additional capabilities and redundancies.”

“IP’s bag business is strong, being built on sustainability and reliability, with a winning team. It’s well-positioned for future growth and innovation in the kraft paper bag market,” says Allison Magness, IP’s group vice president, specialty business. “Under ProAmpac’s leadership, I am confident the business is set up for long-term success.”

Located in California, Oregon, and Texas, IP’s bag operations are recognized for innovation in kraft paper bag manufacturing. Specializing in customizable and premium kraft bags for grocery, convenience store, and quick-service restaurant markets, the operations produce a range of products, including handled shopping bags, self-opening sacks, and smaller format options. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.