WEPA Professional strengthens UK presence with successful acquisition of Star Tissue UK
Acquisition strengthens WEPA's position as a benchmark for quality and service in the UK hygiene industry
WEPA Professional, Europe’s leading hygiene specialist, has successfully completed the acquisition of Star Tissue UK, a prominent UK toilet tissue supplier based in Blackburn, Lancashire. The acquired entity will operate under the name “WEPA Professional UK”, reflecting WEPA’s strategic commitment to expand in the UK professional hygiene market.
Andreas Krengel, CEO Business Unit Professional of the WEPA Group, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, ‘WEPA stands for the production of high-quality tissue paper, and the UK market is strategically important for us. We are delighted to continue the impressive growth of Star Tissue with Managing Director Khalid Saifullah and his team as WEPA Professional UK.’.
Under the leadership of Khalid Saifullah, who will remain as Managing Director, WEPA Professional UK aims to drive the integration process and foster continued growth. Khalid Saifullah stated, ‘In WEPA Professional, we have found a partner that shares our values and stands for high-quality products and first-class customer service.’
Star Tissue, with its automated converting lines and modern facilities, maintains a strong market position. The acquisition promises benefits for customers through an expanded product offering and an international production network. Both companies ensure a smooth transition, committing to maintaining operations, workforce and standards of quality, service and sustainability.
