Cosmei Joins Berlin Packaging in Beauty Sector Expansion
Deal News | Jul 09, 2025 | Globenewswire
Berlin Packaging, the world's leading Hybrid Packaging Supplier, has announced its acquisition of Cosmei, an Italian company celebrated for its innovative packaging solutions within the beauty and cosmetics industry. This acquisition is intended to bolster Berlin Packaging's presence in the beauty sector, particularly in the indie, prestige, and masstige segments, through Cosmei's agile and design-driven packaging strategies. Cosmei, headquartered in Bagnolo Cremasco within Italy's Cosmetic Valley, is well-regarded for its collaborative work with beauty brands, producing both streamlined essentials and custom designs. The acquisition is part of Berlin Packaging's continued investment and expansion in the beauty market, reinforcing its commitment to providing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions. Additionally, Cosmei's operational base in Guangzhou, China contributes to enhanced global supply chain capabilities, strengthening Berlin's strategic relationships worldwide.
Sectors
- Packaging
- Beauty and Cosmetics
Geography
- Italy – Cosmei is headquartered in Bagnolo Cremasco, Italy, and the country is known for its significant contributions to the global beauty and cosmetics industry, often referred to as the Cosmetic Valley.
- Global – Berlin Packaging is a global player, and the acquisition of Cosmei includes operational extensions in China, indicating a worldwide strategic focus.
Industry
- Packaging – Berlin Packaging and Cosmei are both major players in the packaging industry, focusing on innovative solutions particularly within the beauty and cosmetics sector.
- Beauty and Cosmetics – The acquisition centers around expanding Berlin Packaging’s capabilities within the beauty and cosmetics market, leveraging Cosmei’s expertise and design-driven approach in this industry.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin Packaging | Acquiring Company | Company | The world's largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier, providing extensive packaging solutions across various industries. |
| Cosmei | Target Company | Company | An Italian company recognized for its innovative and design-driven packaging solutions in the beauty and cosmetics sector. |
| Michele Cicchetti | Founder of Cosmei | Person | Founder of Cosmei, known for pioneering packaging design and development in the beauty industry. |
| Marcel Schrder | Berlin Packaging President EMEA | Person | President of Berlin Packaging's European, Middle Eastern, and African operations, emphasizing innovation and sustainability in the partnership with Cosmei. |