Adherex Group acquires Polymer Packaging

Adherex Group said Sept. 28, 2026, that it has acquired Polymer Packaging, Inc., adding flexible, bakery and protective packaging capabilities to its platform. The deal expands Adherex's custom manufacturing reach while keeping Polymer's teams and facilities in Ohio and Michigan in place.

Why it matters: - The acquisition broadens Adherex Group's packaging offering at a time when customers want more types of packaging and manufacturing support from one supplier. - Polymer Packaging adds custom protective packaging production and engineered film expertise to Adherex's platform. - The deal extends Adherex's reach across bakery, food, industrial and specialty manufacturing markets.

What happened: - Adherex Group announced the acquisition of Polymer Packaging, Inc. on Sept. 28, 2026. - Polymer Packaging is based in North Canton, Ohio. - Polymer Packaging has operated since 1986. - Adherex Group is based in Cleveland.

The details: - Polymer Packaging's businesses include flexible packaging distribution, bakery packaging distribution and in-house manufacturing of custom protective packaging. - The company serves customers nationwide. - Polymer Packaging's customer base includes bakery, food, industrial and specialty manufacturing customers. - Polymer Packaging will continue operating from its facilities in North Canton, Ohio, and Allendale, Michigan. - The same teams will continue serving Polymer Packaging customers. - Michael Doerrer, CEO of Adherex Group, said Polymer adds deep expertise, strong customer relationships and capabilities that complement Adherex's existing business. - Doerrer said the combined company will be able to offer a broader range of solutions while maintaining responsiveness and service.

Between the lines: - The acquisition appears aimed at giving Adherex more control over both distribution and manufacturing. - Keeping Polymer's facilities and teams in place suggests Adherex is buying capabilities and customer relationships, not just a brand. - Larry Lanham, founder and CEO of Polymer Packaging, said the sale fits the company's long-standing focus on solving customer problems.

What's next: - Polymer Packaging will keep operating under its existing footprint in Ohio and Michigan. - Adherex Group is likely to use Polymer's manufacturing and distribution capabilities to expand its packaging solutions portfolio. - The companies did not announce financial terms or integration timelines.

The bottom line: - Adherex is using the deal to deepen its packaging platform and widen its custom manufacturing capacity without disrupting Polymer's day-to-day customer support.