Spandex has announced its acquisition of Italian roll and rigid media distributor Sanvido in a move that will expand Spandex's offering in the Emilia Romanga region. The Bologna-based firm has been run by founder Beniamino Sanvido for more than 45 years.

"The acquisition of Sanvido offers excellent growth opportunities for Spandex but it's even more interesting for our customers within the Italian region who can now benefit from a vastly expanded product portfolio, including custom-cut rigid sheets," says Rob Jackson, group vice-president, Spandex.

"Today's market can be very competitive and with the acquisition of Sanvido we are committed to offer both Spandex and Sanvido customers the widest range of innovative products from the leading brands, with best-in-class stock availability, delivery options, service and support – all backed by our unrivalled depth of industry expertise."

Sanvido's range of products includes self-adhesive media from 3M and Orafol, banner, canvas and flag, and sheet plastics such as Perspex and PVC.