SupplyOne expands Midwest footprint with Lamb & Associates Packaging acquisition

USA – SupplyOne, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Lamb & Associates Packaging, Inc., a prominent Arkansas-based manufacturer specializing in corrugated products. 

This move extends SupplyOne’s operations into the Midwest region, adding key facilities in Maumelle and Springdale to its network.

Lamb & Associates Packaging traces its roots to 1981, when Jerry Lamb, a former Arkansas Razorbacks football champion, established the company. 

Today, it operates as one of the state’s largest independent corrugated sheet plants, producing items such as die-cut boxes, litho-laminated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, and custom-glued solutions. 

The firm also handles turnkey distribution with just-in-time delivery and inventory management. A standout feature is its EFI Nozomi digital printer, which enables high-quality, short-run printing for clients seeking efficient production.

The deal integrates these assets into SupplyOne’s operations, particularly enhancing its SupplyOne Digital division. 

This unit now gains expanded capacity for large-scale digitally printed corrugated items, allowing faster turnaround times and broader customization options. 

SupplyOne, which already serves a wide range of industries with value-added packaging services, reports this as its 45th acquisition since inception, building on a strategy to grow its North American manufacturing presence.

Todd Renehan, President and CEO of SupplyOne, highlighted the strategic fit in a recent statement. 

He noted that the addition brings strong manufacturing expertise and digital tools, enabling the company to offer more tailored packaging across the continent. 

Renehan expressed enthusiasm about incorporating the Lamb team, emphasizing their role in delivering reliable solutions to customers.

Kyle Lamb, President of Lamb & Associates Packaging and son of the founder, shared similar optimism. 

He pointed out that the partnership provides access to expanded resources and a wider market, allowing the company to support clients more effectively without compromising on service standards developed over 40 years. 

Under Lamb’s leadership, alongside his sister Laurie Whitfield, the firm has maintained a focus on practical innovations and client priorities.

Financial terms of the transaction remain undisclosed, but industry observers estimate the deal at around US$25 million, based on comparable recent mergers in the sector. 

This acquisition arrives amid rising demand for adaptable packaging amid supply chain shifts.

For context, in October 2025, a similar consolidation occurred when WestRock merged with Smurfit Kappa in a US$20 billion all-stock deal, creating a global leader in sustainable fiber-based packaging. 

That union, announced earlier this year, aims to streamline operations and invest US$500 million annually in eco-innovations like recyclable corrugated designs, efforts that parallel SupplyOne’s push into digital efficiencies for reduced waste.

With this latest step, SupplyOne now operates over 50 sites nationwide, equipping it to handle increased volumes of custom orders. 

Customers stand to benefit from seamless regional support, combining local expertise with national logistics. 

Looking ahead, SupplyOne plans to explore joint R&D initiatives with the acquired team, targeting enhancements in lightweight corrugated materials. 

This could yield cost savings for end-users while addressing broader sustainability goals. The combined entity employs more than 200 staff in Arkansas alone, ensuring continuity in service delivery.

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