Acquisition of Color Resolutions Strengthens AIC’s Position in Packaging, Corrugated Markets

Up until the last month or so, there has not been a lot of merger and acquisition activity within the ink industry during the past year. Any activity has been focused on growth markets such as South America or in the packaging sector.   The news that American Inks and Coatings (AIC) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Color Resolutions International (CRI) through an asset purchase arrangement fits the packaging category.   The merger, which is expected to be completed by Jan. 30, 2014, ...