# Zeus Group acquires UK corrugated maker Weedon Group

Independent packaging group Zeus has acquired The Weedon Group, an integrated corrugated manufacturer with over 250 staff at sites in Manchester and Staffordshire and revenues above £30 million. The deal lifts Zeus's expected annualised revenues to €560 million.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2024-04-09
- Where: Manchester and Staffordshire, United Kingdom
- Status: completed
- Products: corrugated packaging
- Sectors: [Packaging](https://endata.com/sectors/packaging.md)

## Companies

- [Zeus](https://endata.com/companies/5639.md) (acquirer)
- [Weedon Group](https://endata.com/companies/6726.md) (target)

## Sources

- [global.zeuspackaging.com](https://global.zeuspackaging.com/zeus_group_enhances_vertical_integration_strategy_with_acquisition_of_weedon_group/), 2024-04-11: "The acquisition of Weedon Group is a key facet of Zeus Group's Vertical Integration Strategy."
- [printweek.com](https://www.printweek.com/content/news/zeus-group-acquires-weedon-group), 2024-04-11: "Zeus said the deal, which was completed on Tuesday (9 April), underscores the group's increased focus on sustainable packaging."
- [irishexaminer.com](https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/companies/arid-41375728.html), 2024-04-16: "Global packaging firm Zeus has acquired the Weedon Group, the UK's largest independent integrated paper product manufacturers, for an undisclosed amount."

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