Australia-based print and packaging materials distributor Ball & Doggett has entered an agreement in principle to buy Impak Films, which offers flexible packaging solutions.  

Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed, with the transaction expected to be finalised by 31 October 2025. 

Impak Films, founded in 2005 by Andy Newman and Brian Christy, will retain its operational independence and employees post-acquisition. 

It will continue operations from its Tullamarine facility in Victoria.  

According to Impak Films’ website, the company has a strong foothold in the Australian and New Zealand markets, while having a presence in the US. 

The company offers a wide array of flexible packaging film products, including BOPP [biaxially oriented polypropylene], CPP [cast polypropylene], BOPA [biaxially oriented polyamide] and PET [polyethylene terephthalate] films.  

These are available in metallised, coated and coextruded forms.  

The company also provides lidding films and other specialised packaging solutions tailored for diverse industry applications. 

Impak Films managing director Andy Newman called the deal “an exciting next step” in its journey, noting: “Ball & Doggett have the resources, people and infrastructure to take the business forward, which will ultimately provide greater value to our customers, suppliers and staff. We are excited about what the future holds.” 

Ball & Doggett is part of the OVOL Japan Pulp & Paper Group and serves the print, signage and packaging industries by distributing printable materials and consumables.  

Commenting on the latest deal, Ball & Doggett CEO Luke Wilkinson stated: “We are delighted to welcome Impak Films into Ball & Doggett, further strengthening our position and commitment to the packaging sector.”