November 20, 2025 16:25

Italian compounder Lapo Compound has come under the control of Polyram Plastic Industries, an Israeli company specializing in thermoplastic compounds. The deal was finalized through the acquisition of a 51% stake in the southern Italy-based company by the group’s UK affiliate, Polyram UK.

Founded in 2001 by siblings Clelia and Giuseppe Crisci, Lapo Compound focuses on the development of polypropylene-based compounds for applications in automotive, home appliances and technical molding. In addition to its original plant in Caserta, near Naples, the company opened a second production site in Morocco in 2023.

“The addition of Lapo’s capabilities creates new growth opportunities across Italy, Eastern Europe and North Africa, supporting Polyram’s long-term expansion strategy,” the UK subsidiary stated. “By combining Polyram’s advanced materials expertise with Lapo’s established technological know-how, both companies aim to accelerate innovation, enhance customer support and deliver high-performance polymer solutions to a wider global market.”

Polyram currently operates seven manufacturing sites across Israel, the U.S., China, the UK, Germany and Thailand, employing 280 people. The two new facilities in Italy and Morocco now join the group. Its portfolio includes polyamide-based compounds, engineering polymers and reinforced alloys. Annual revenue is estimated at around €250 million.

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