John Hargeaves is a producer of corrugated products in single face rolls, double faced board sheets and fanfold, located in Stalybridge, east of Manchester. The family has a long-standing history of circa 200 years and achieved a turnover of €20m in its last financial year.
In October 2024, Palm acquired 100% of the shares, expanding its geographical footprint of its corrugated division to the UK.
“The vision of Palm is to sustainably grow the business and strengthen its product offering with a strong focus on environmental sustainability. Furthermore, John Hargreaves and its customers can rely on a secure and reliable supply of high-quality recycled paper from Palm’s containerboard mills in Germany and France going forward,” said Dr. Wolfgang Palm, CEO. “Together, with the management under the continued leadership of John Hargreaves himself, John Hargreaves (Collyhurst & Stalybridge) Ltd remains fully committed to continuing serving its loyal customers and further developing its reputation for trust, quality and service.”
