i2r appoints new managing director to lead next phase of growth

Packaging Solutions

i2r Packaging Solutions has appointed Benito Sala as its new managing director.

He joins i2r with more than 20 years of international leadership experience across fast moving industries, including chemicals, automotive, aerospace, FMCG and industrial manufacturing. He will report directly to Marco De Lellis, CEO of Contital and managing director of the Laminazione Sottile Group Container Division.

The appointment follows a period of organisational transition, with the business strengthening its capabilities and processes while building on its position as a major European supplier of aluminium food packaging. With the support of Contital and the wider LS Group Container Division, i2r continues to focus on operational excellence, customer service and long term growth. Benito Sala’s appointment reflects the group’s commitment to strong leadership and to ensuring the business consistently delivers for customers across its markets.

With a reputation for developing high performing teams and improving operational performance, Sala brings extensive experience in leading cultural change, managing complex corporate reorganisations and driving improvements in demanding manufacturing environments.

Commenting on his appointment, Benito said, ‘i2r has deep technical expertise, a loyal customer base and the backing of a well established international group. There is significant opportunity to build on these foundations. My focus will be on driving operational discipline, improving collaboration across teams and ensuring we consistently deliver value to our customers.’

Marco De Lellis added, ‘Benito is a proven leader with extensive experience in complex manufacturing environments, having successfully led organisational change and delivered sustainable performance improvements throughout his career. His appointment further supports i2r’s leadership as the business continues to build on its strong market position and focus on operational excellence.’

Manufacturing more than 1.2 billion products annually, i2r supplies major food producers, retail brands, and distributors worldwide, including Central and Northern Europe, Asia, North and South America and Australia.