Autopack’s APM expansion

Packaging machinery specialist Autopack has acquired Nottingham-based Autopak Machinery, with the business rebranding as APM following the retirement of its founder, Aubrey Davies.

The acquisition marks Autopack’s third strategic purchase and strengthens its position in the flexible packaging and processing sector. Autopak’s existing management team will remain in place, supporting continuity while driving new product development under the APM brand.

Autopack says the acquisition aligns with its long-term strategy of investing in specialist engineering skills and building enduring customer partnerships. The expanded group will focus on delivering integrated, future-ready solutions across a broad range of packaging projects.

With previous acquisitions including Spain’s Postpack and Gainsborough-based Technosys, Autopack’s group turnover has now reached £17m, supported by a workforce of 58 employees.

The addition of APM significantly enhances Autopack’s technical capabilities and reinforces its position as one of the UK’s leading independent integrators of packaging and processing lines.