Flint Group completes acquisition of Day International

The acquisition of Day International by Flint Group was completed on 31 May. Day International, a manufacturer of and distributor of printing blankets, sleeves, pressroom chemicals and printing supplies will operate as a business unit of Flint Group, supplier to the printing, converting and colorant industries. Dennis Wolters, CEO of Day International, will remain in that role within the new organization.

The Day product portfolio is believed to be a strong complement to the existing Flint Group product line, and substantially increases Flint Group’s global position in the non-ink pressroom consumables market. In the combined organization, nearly 8300 employees will serve customers from 170 sales, service and manufacturing locations on five continents. Revenues for 2007 are estimated to be US$3.32 billion.