Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Weidenhammer Packaging Group, Europe’s leading provider of composite cans along with composite drums and rigid plastic containers, for €286 million, or approximately $383 million, in cash. The final consideration is subject to a normal adjustment of net working capital.   Weidenhammer Packaging, headquartered in Hockenheim, Germany, has approximately 1,100 employees...