# International Paper confirms talks on sale of EMEA Packaging business

International Paper confirmed talks with potential bidders for its EMEA Packaging business as an alternative to a planned spin-off and listing. No decision has been made yet. The article is dated 16 October 2026.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-10-16
- Status: rumored
- Products: packaging
- Sectors: [Packaging](https://endata.com/sectors/packaging.md)

## Companies

- [International Paper](https://endata.com/companies/716.md)

## Sources

- [euwid-paper.com](https://www.euwid-paper.com/topic/mergers-and-acquisitions/), 2026-10-30: "International Paper (IP) is considering the potential sale its packaging business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa."

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