Constantia acquires Pemara

Melbourne-based Pemara was founded in 1966 and produces self-adhesive labels, in-mold labels and Fix-a-Form leaflet labels. Pemara supplies to leading national and multinational companies from the FMCG, pharmaceutical, food and beverage sectors across the Asia-Pacific region. It also offers digital printing, and has installed the first HP Indigo 30000 digital press in the Asia-Pacific region. Pemara operates four plants in Australia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia, along with sales offices in Sydney and Manila in the Philippines.

‘We have been searching for a strong global partner, and believe we have found a great match with Constantia Flexibles’ Labels division,’ said Andrew McNamara, group managing director of Pemara. ‘We are particularly pleased that the staff and management are continuing with the business to become part of this global packaging group. We see a stronger future, when considering the many synergies we will realize with Constantia Flexibles’ Labels division.’

Constantia Flexibles’ Labels division is the world’s fourth largest label manufacturer, supplying the food, beverage and personal care industries. It supplies over 1,000 global customers, including multinational corporations and local market leaders. It operates nineteen production facilities on four continents and has over 2,000 employees focused on providing innovative labeling solutions.

‘With its excellent managerial experience, leading technology and more than 20 years of experience in Asia, Pemara is a great addition to Constantia Flexibles,’ said Mike Henry, executive vice president and head of the Constantia Flexibles’ Labels division. ‘We can expand our regional footprint and thus support our multinational customers with their global expansion. In addition, we increase our position in the home and personal care market.’