Turkish firm Desi Kimya acquires UK protective packaging manufacturer

TÜRKIYE – Turkish firm Desi Kimya has acquired Technology Packaging, a UK-based corrosion prevention and protective packaging specialist headquartered in Middlesex, expanding its international footprint into the UK market.

Desi Kimya, which brings more than 40 years of experience in corrosion prevention and moisture control, will combine its expertise in manufacturing Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor solutions and desiccants with Technology Packaging’s UK market knowledge, client relationships, supply chains and technical expertise. 

The deal provides Technology Packaging with access to Desi Kimya’s portfolio of corrosion and moisture protection solutions, including products supplied under its TRUGUARD protective packaging brand, supporting further development of the TechCorro brand.

Customer Base Spans Automotive, Aerospace and Medical Sectors

Technology Packaging helps manufacturers of metal components protect goods against corrosion during storage and transport. 

Customers of its TechCorro brand include foundries, forges and suppliers in the automotive, aerospace and medical sectors. 

These industries require packaging that prevents oxidation and moisture damage across extended storage periods and multimodal transport, where unprotected metal components can degrade rapidly and generate costly rejections or rework.

In-House VCI Production Strengthens Supply Control

Desi Kimya manufactures its own VCI masterbatch to produce protective polyethylene film, meaning Technology Packaging can now draw upon in-house manufacturing and testing capabilities. 

This increased control allows the business to offer customers what it described as a complete packaging solution. 

Vertical integration of VCI film production removes reliance on external suppliers for a critical component, improving lead times and quality consistency for corrosion protection products.

Leadership Frames Deal as International Growth Milestone

Tolga Bayrak, general manager of Desi Kimya and director of Technology Packaging, said the acquisition marked an important step in the company’s international growth strategy and strengthened its ability to serve customers directly in the UK. 

He added that combining Technology Packaging’s market knowledge and customer relationships with Desi Kimya’s manufacturing, research and development, and testing capabilities would provide a more complete, locally supported corrosion and moisture protection offering. 

Stuart Ingram, general manager of Technology Packaging, said becoming part of the Desi Kimya family gave the business direct access to manufacturing, technical and product capabilities, enabling it to build on established market knowledge and customer relationships in the UK while maintaining continuity and service for existing customers.

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