DS Smith to acquire EcoPack and EcoPaper for $244m

By Jenny Eagle

19-Oct-2017 Last updated on 19-Oct-2017 at 12:01 GMT

DS Smith has entered into an agreement to acquire EcoPack and EcoPaper for approximately €208m ($244m).

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DS Smith to acquire EcoPack and EcoPaper for $244m

DS Smith has entered into an agreement to acquire EcoPack and EcoPaper for approximately €208m ($244m).

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