Acquisition pushes Skanem into Eastern Europe

Skanem AS, one of Europe’s largest producers of self-adhesive labels, is moving into Central and Eastern Europe with the acquisition of Poznan-based Introl SA and its subsidiary factory Introl Print in Moscow.

Introl SA is one of the leading label producers in Poland, and has built up a successful and profitable business over the last 23 years. It serves both domestic and multinational customers.

Group president and owner of Skanem, Ole Rugland, says: ‘We’re looking forward to incorporating Introl SA, Introl Print and their staff, into our group. The Central and Eastern European market in self-adhesive labels is growing fast and this acquisition is an ideal match for our planned business development. Introl is a quality labels producer and is also a bridge for Skanem into the Eastern European markets.’

Introl SA was founded in 1982 by Romuald Szperlinski and has around 200 employees. The factory has modern facilities and is located on the outskirts of Poznan. Szperlinski has owned and run the company since its formation and will continue to do so, following the merger.