Lyreco has acquired majority ownership of Finnish OP supplier Brandex Oy.
Founded in 1990, Brandex now employs 22 people and reached revenues of €6 million ($7.2 million) in 2004.
CEO of Lyreco Eric Bigeard said: "Finland is one of the few markets in Europe where we are not yet present.
"Being able to service our customers wherever they are is one of our objectives. By entering the Finnish market with Brandex, we will insure not only our presence but also the quality of our service."