QLM Group has purchased Roastar’s assets and client list, bringing a coffee-packaging specialist into its flexible packaging operations.

According to QLM, the deal combines Roastar’s sector experience with QLM’s manufacturing, digital printing and supply chain operations.

QLM also cited an exclusive distribution agreement linked to the transaction for Prime Vent, a degassing valve technology.

The company said the system “significantly enhances coffee product shelf life while reducing plastic usage by 95% compared to traditional valves”.

QLM will hold exclusive rights to distribute the technology in Australia and Southeast Asia.

The move follows a recent A$8m spend on new production capacity in Australia.

QLM plans to transfer Roastar’s specialised equipment to its Brisbane site, where it intends to run a model that mixes regional manufacturing with local finishing.

In a LinkedIn post, QLM Label Makers managing director Simon Pugh said: “We are thrilled to announce the acquisition of Roastar, a move that significantly strengthens our growing position in the flexible packaging market. This acquisition brings a powerful combination of niche coffee expertise and industry-leading technology into the QLM family.

“We look forward to leveraging these new capabilities to drive further value for our coffee roaster clients and the broader packaging market. Let’s build the future of sustainable packaging together.”

QLM has eight factories across five countries in Asia-Pacific.  

According to its website, the company provides services in labels, folded cartons, flexible packaging, and custom printer design.