Asteria Group has taken over Mercian Labels, marking the integration of the UK-based company as its 41st production location, as reported by Detik Finance. Financial terms of the transaction remain undisclosed by both parties. Mercian Labels operates from Burntwood, Staffordshire, where it develops self-adhesive labels for food, drinks, and pharmaceutical customers.
Its manufacturing capabilities encompass flexographic and digital printing, including inkjet, alongside various finishing options.
The business also supplies blank labels and variable data products to its clients. According to a company statement by Asteria, the acquisition broadens its operational footprint in the UK labels market.
Mercian brings specialized experience in tamper-evident and security labels designed to support product protection and traceability for higher-value goods. Its LabelLock range includes security labels and tapes equipped with features such as micro text on a transparent adhesive edge and an ‘in-register’ void message.
According to the company, each label and every 150mm of tape contains a unique printed number beneath the surface and a scannable code intended to reduce the risk of editing or replacement. The manufactured products are also designed to withstand significant temperature changes and chemical exposure. Mercian currently holds an AA+ BRCGS Packaging Materials accreditation and maintains certifications to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
