Quadrum Capital Adds Bark Packaging Group to Its Packaging Sector Portfolio
Quadrum Capital has added Bark Packaging Group (BPG), an innovative player in the field of packaging management, to its portfolio. The investment in this rapidly growing international packaging specialist aligns seamlessly with Quadrum Capital's investment strategy, in which the packaging sector is one of the key focus areas. In addition to Bark Packaging Group, companies such as Royal Sens and Matco International are also part of Quadrum Capital’s portfolio within this sector.
Arjan Hoop of Quadrum Capital stated: “Bark Packaging Group is a remarkable company with an excellent reputation in the packaging industry and is a valuable addition to our portfolio in this sector.”
Partnership for Accelerated International Growth
The partnership with Quadrum Capital aligns with Bark Packaging Group’s long-term growth strategy and will enable the company to accelerate the international rollout of its innovative packaging concepts. Berny Plas of BPG commented: “We have experienced rapid growth in recent years and have ambitious plans to continue this trajectory. The partnership with Quadrum Capital makes this possible. Quadrum Capital shares our long-term vision and brings both expertise and financial strength. Moreover, as companies, we share the same core values: entrepreneurship, craftsmanship, reliability, and quality. For us, these are the ideal ingredients to further strengthen Bark Packaging Group’s market position together.”
Building on a Solid Foundation for Future Expansion
Arjan Hoop, Quadrum Capital: “The broad customer base in the Netherlands and Germany, innovative packaging concepts, and a distinctive market position form a solid foundation for the further international growth that Bark Packaging Group envisions. BPG excels in delivering added value to customers by taking over their complete packaging management, allowing clients to be fully relieved of this burden. Together with the BPG team, we are committed to the accelerated international growth of the company.”
Management
Erik Bos, currently CCO at Bark Packaging Group, will take over the role of CEO from the current CEO, Berny Plas, who will remain actively involved in the company. The management team of BPG will otherwise remain unchanged. The offices in Eerbeek, Utrecht, and Stuttgart (Germany) will continue to operate in their current form and at the same locations.