Platinum Equity Invests in Norton Packaging
January 11, 2026
Platinum Equity has made a significant growth investment in Norton Packaging, a Hayward, California–based maker of rigid plastic pails and other packaging; financial terms were not disclosed. CEO Greg Norton and the Norton family retained a significant ownership stake and Greg Norton will continue to lead the business; Platinum said the capital will support product innovation, potential footprint expansion and pursue add-on acquisitions.
- Buyers
- Platinum Equity
- Targets
- Norton Packaging
- Industry
- Packaging
- Location
- California, United States
- Transaction Type
- Growth capital
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