Press release submitted on behalf of JohnsByrne

JohnsByrne, a leading provider of premium folding carton and specialty packaging solutions, today announced the acquisition of Municipal Packaging, a premium custom packaging provider based in Los Angeles, California.

The strategic addition of Municipal Packaging will further strengthen JohnsByrne’s service offerings in the attractive Health & Beauty market and provide a strategic presence on the West Coast, further enhancing its ability to deliver comprehensive, high-impact packaging solutions to clients across a range of industries. JohnsByrne is a portfolio company of GHK Capital Partners LP (“GHK”), a leading middle-market private equity firm based in Greenwich, CT.

“JohnsByrne is committed to building a national brand recognized for innovation, quality, and customer partnership,” said Kevin Andrews, President and Chief Executive Officer of JohnsByrne. “Municipal Packaging has an outstanding reputation, and their team shares our dedication to excellence and entrepreneurial spirit. We are excited to welcome Municipal Packaging to the JohnsByrne family and look forward to expanding our capabilities together to better serve our clients.”

“Joining JohnsByrne is a tremendous opportunity for Municipal Packaging and our customers,” said Matt Helm, President and Chief Executive Officer of Municipal Packaging. “We have always strived to set the standard in the packaging industry and to be a trusted partner to our clients. JohnsByrne’s resources and expertise will allow us to build on our strengths and deliver even greater value to our customers.” Helm will remain with the business and continue to build out JohnsByrne’s West Coast presence.

The acquisition of Municipal Packaging brings two facilities and 75 employees into JohnsByrne, expanding the Company’s footprint and capabilities. Combined, JohnsByrne now operates 5 facilities in Chicago, IL and Los Angeles, CA.

JohnsByrne and Municipal Packaging will work together to develop a unified go-to-market approach under the JohnsByrne brand in the coming months. This acquisition represents JohnsByrne’s continued commitment to providing best-in-class packaging solutions to its customers.