Zeus Group has announced the acquisitions of Empire Tapes, a UK-based manufacturer of specialist adhesive tapes, and Rio Tinto Plásticos, a Spanish distributor and manufacturer of packaging products.
These strategic moves are part of Zeus’ continued growth trajectory across Europe.
Empire Tapes brings more than 20 years of expertise in high-performance adhesive technologies, serving industrial clients across the UK and globally.
The acquisition should bolster Zeus’ industrial packaging capabilities and expands its specialist offering in technical adhesives such as double-sided, masking, and barrier tapes.
The acquisition of Rio Tinto Plásticos further consolidates Zeus’ position in the Iberian Peninsula.
Headquartered in Alcalá de Henares, Spain, and operating under the Rio Tinto Eco-Solutions brand, the company is known for its single-use packaging solutions for the vending, hospitality, and catering sectors.
This deal builds on a long-standing commercial relationship between the two companies.
Empire Tapes enhances Zeus’ industrial adhesive capability, and Rio Tinto has a focus on biodegradable and compostable products.
Gerardo Paredes, general director, Rio Tinto Plásticos, will remain in post and take on a leadership role in Zeus’ Food Packaging Division.
Both acquisitions unlock operational synergies and commercial opportunities.
Brian O’Sullivan, founder and owner of Zeus Group, said: “These acquisitions reflect Zeus’ ambition to deliver world-class, sustainable packaging solutions by combining technical excellence with local market insight. Empire Tapes and Rio Tinto Plásticos are both highly respected operators in their fields. Their addition to the Zeus family brings new capability, enhanced customer value, and an even stronger platform for future growth across Europe.”
