When looking for a box manufacturer, what are the advantages and disadvantages of UK packaging suppliers? Low-cost Packaging Suppliers As business continues to shift online, the majority of manufacturers and retailers have to factor in the cost of packaging and shipping. With lower labour and production costs, countries including China and India can undercut the […]
It is widely agreed that radical changes in resource management, business processes, product design and packaging are required to tackle environmental issues. Change is happening because many companies see the financial, social and eco-benefits of energy efficiency and waste reduction measures. We have recently read about Cawleys, an established waste management company. This family business […]
Turkey and all the trimmings make for the traditional Christmas dinner. For many people, this annual feast, shared with family and friends is a seasonal delight. The trouble is, it takes hours to shop for ingredients, prepare and cook the meal. The answer for every designated chef could be found in Christmas Meal boxes. Meal […]
Transforming plain shipping boxes into branded packaging doesn’t need to be complex or costly. Take the example of Beer Snack Club, a recently launched craft beer and snack pairing subscription box startup. They wanted to keep things simple and were mindful of budget, but they also understand the value of promoting their brand. Tick the […]
The countdown to Christmas provides an ideal opportunity for brands to raise their profile and entice new customers with festive packaging designs. This can encompass a simple twist to the usual font or colour or a completely fresh packaging concept. Either way, a seasonal design can be the winning formula for boosting sales. Indulgence is […]
Health and beauty e-commerce is one of Europe’s fastest-growing markets. Established and emerging brands are packaging and delivering goods to fulfil shifting customer behaviours. Statista data forecast online beauty sales to be 36.9% of total sales by the end of 2021, with volumes increasing through to 2025. This is music to the ears of skincare, […]
Are you a small business or start-up looking to bring a new product to the food and beverage market? Tantalising the public’s tastebuds with fresh flavours is an exciting prospect, but this is a challenging market to enter. You might love the taste of your grandmother’s secret recipe, an innovative infusion or the latest superfood, […]
As the Christmas countdown begins, we encourage you to shop local. This applies to Business to Business (B2B), as well as consumer purchases. There are many reasons to support the businesses in your community and we focus on three: Lower Environmental Impact Better Customer Service Thriving Local Economies Reducing the Environmental Impact by Shopping Local […]
It is difficult to avoid plastic when shopping. Even with the best intentions, there are many products stocked or delivered in plastic packaging. The great news is that packaging labels inform us of which plastics can be recycled. This means we can do our bit to put them in the correct bin and ensure they […]
As world leaders gather in Glasgow for COP26, we want to explore what the UK business community can do to reduce environmental impact and increase sustainability. What is COP26? COP26 is a gathering of 120 world leaders, who will be negotiating and committing to actions to tackle climate change. Targets set at the Paris Agreement […]
Aylesbury Box Company manufacture and print mailer boxes for a wide variety of subscription box companies. In this article, we put Frameworks, a glasses company looking for environmental packaging, in the spotlight. Spectacles and Socks in a Box Selecting a pair of glasses can be a challenging experience. For a start, the fact that you […]
Children’s cereal packets are renowned for being bright and some are receiving an extra splash of colour in the form of a Navilens code. This multi-coloured square is designed to improve accessibility for people with visual impairments; let’s find out more. What is Navilens? Navilens works in a similar way to a QR Code in […]
With growing concerns around social and environmental impact, it’s not enough to know that your processes are sustainable. Companies need to be curious and discerning about their supply chains. Is every step of the process ethical? For some products, the product and packaging supply chains are complex. Materials and parts can be sourced from around […]
Terms like ‘Circular Economy’ and ‘Regenerative Production’ come up in conversations around sustainability. They inform product and packaging design, business planning and marketing messages, but what do they mean? Following on from our article about environmental claims, brands need to have a collective understanding of eco terms to avoid greenwashing. To aid understanding, the Ellen […]
According to UK Start-up Statistics, 65% of employees dream of becoming their own boss. In 2019/2020, 665,495 new businesses were founded. One of these was C & J Fishery; a family-run business that turned their dream into reality. Introducing C & J Fishery This London-based business is keen for us all to enjoy the tastes […]
