CCL is excited to announce the opening of its new state-of-the-art site in Raleigh-Fuquay, North Carolina. This facility specializes in the production of high-quality printed literature and labels, supporting the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries with precision and efficiency. Equipped with the latest printing technology, the Raleigh-Fuquay site ensures superior quality control and flexibility in meeting customer needs, offering a wide range of customized solutions for labeling and literature requirements. This expansion reflects CCL’s commitment to innovation and providing unparalleled service to its clients in North America.
CCL Timeline
1951
Early Years and Formation
1951: CCL Industries was founded as Connecticut Chemicals Ltd., focusing on chemical products before transitioning into specialty packaging and labels.
1999
1999: CCL Healthcare was established to cater to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries, providing labels and packaging solutions that meet strict regulatory requirements.
2000s - 2010
Major Acquisitions and Expansion (2000s – 2010s)
2005: Acquired assets from the Jarvis Porter Group’s healthcare label division, strengthening our position in Europe’s healthcare packaging market.
2010
Product Milestones and Innovations
2010s: Developed critical pharmaceutical solutions, such as expanded content labels, tamper-evident packaging, cryogenic labels, and RFID-enabled smart packaging.
2013
2013: Acquired Avery Dennison’s Office & Consumer Products and Designed & Engineered Solutions businesses, significantly expanding our global capabilities​.
2015
2015: Acquired Sancoa and TubeDec, enhancing our tube labeling expertise and expanding our reach in healthcare packaging.
2016
2016: Acquired Checkpoint Systems, integrating RFID technologies that improved pharmaceutical tracking and anti-counterfeiting measures.
2017
2017: Innovia Group was acquired, adding expertise in sustainable film solutions for healthcare and food industries.​
2018
2018: Launched NFC and RFID-enabled packaging solutions to increase patient engagement and improve product safety tracking.
2020
Recent Acquisitions and Expansions
2020: Began development of the Raleigh (Fuqua) site in North Carolina, a dedicated facility for healthcare labeling and packaging production. This site supports localized manufacturing for North American pharmaceutical clients.
2022
2022: Acquired Faubel & Co., a German specialist in clinical trial labels and healthcare solutions. This acquisition boosted CCL Healthcare’s capabilities in clinical labeling and expanded our European footprint.
2023
2023: Added the eAgile acquisition to our portfolio, further enhancing technological capabilities in smart packaging and expanding the range of innovative healthcare packaging solutions​.
2024
2024: Completed construction of a new second Montreal facility, designed to support the growing demand for pharmaceutical and healthcare packaging in North America with a focus on sustainable production methods.
2024 and Beyond
2024: Opened the Raleigh (Fuquay) facility, CCL’s largest ever North American investment.Â
CCL Industries Overview
Figures are from 2021 annual report