Lumson has completed two acquisitions in the United States and Asia, expanding the Italian cosmetics packaging group's international operations across Europe, North America and Asia.
Through its US subsidiary Lumson USA, the group acquired Lombardi Design and Manufacturing, a US-based specialist in primary packaging for cosmetics. Lumson S.p.A. also acquired 100% of Lombardi Design & MFG Limited, a business operating in Asia. Financial terms of both transactions were not disclosed.
The acquisitions strengthen Lumson's international manufacturing and commercial platform, extending its ability to serve beauty and personal care customers across major geographic markets. The US acquisition increases its proximity to North American customers, while the Asian business provides a direct presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
Lombardi Design and Manufacturing will retain its existing name and brand. Carl Lombardi will remain chief executive, providing management and operational continuity as the business becomes part of Lumson Group.
The transactions were coordinated internally by Lumson's M&A team, led by Vice President Francesco dell'Elmo, with Board Member Paolo Mancini supporting the financing arrangements.
Buyer / Parties: Lumson S.p.A. and Lumson USA
Target: Lombardi Design and Manufacturing; Lombardi Design & MFG Limited
Sector: Cosmetics and personal care packaging
Deal type: Cross-border acquisitions
Value: Undisclosed
Geography: Italy, United States and Asia
Identified advisers: KPMG, Chiomenti, Skadden, Aramar Capital Group, Nixon Peabody and BonelliErede
The acquisitions extend Lumson's geographic reach and strengthen its industrial and technological capabilities in primary cosmetics packaging. Combining its European operations with established businesses in North America and Asia supports the group's strategy of building an international platform serving beauty and personal care companies. Retaining Lombardi's existing leadership and brand also provides continuity in the acquired US business.
Buyer — Lumson: KPMG S.p.A. provided financial and tax due diligence. Chiomenti acted as legal adviser, covering corporate, acquisition financing and tax matters. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom advised on US legal matters.
Seller / Target — Lombardi: Aramar Capital Group acted as financial adviser to Lombardi Design and Manufacturing. Nixon Peabody and BonelliErede provided legal advice to Carl Lombardi and Lombardi Design and Manufacturing, including US legal, corporate M&A and tax matters.
Financing: Intesa Sanpaolo, BNL BNP Paribas, Crédit Agricole Italia and Banco BPM formed the financing pool supporting the acquisitions. SIMEST, part of the Cassa Depositi e Prestiti Group, also supported Lumson's international expansion.
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