Transcontinental Inc. to Acquire Robbie Manufacturing

MONTREAL, Canada—FTA member Transcontinental Inc., after acquiring Capri Packaging  in 2014 and Ultra Flex Packaging Corp. last year, has announced the acquisition of Robbie Manufacturing, a supplier of flexible packaging based in Lenexa, KS. According to TC, Robbie generated $50 million in annual revenues for the most recent fiscal year and has more than 175 employees.

TC President François Olivier said the acquisition is key to his company’s furthering of its flexible packaging division, allowing it to enter new areas and creating synergies with existing operations.

“It’s a privilege for Robbie Manufacturing and the entire team to join the ranks of TC Transcontinental, a solid, well established family controlled corporation led by seasoned leaders and driven by a vision for the future,” noted Robbie’s Cofounder and CEO Irv Robinson. “TC Transcontinental’s vast entrepreneurial experience will undoubtedly help Robbie Manufacturing grow and remain a supplier of choice for its customers.”