Why is Cardboard Easy to Recycle?
Tuesday 18 March is Global Recycling Day. So, let us tell you more about the recyclability of cardboard. As the most widely used packaging material, around 95 million carton board and corrugated cardboard boxes are manufactured every week in the UK. That would be an environmental disaster if cardboard wasn’t easy to recycle. Fortunately, cardboard […]
Celebrating Women at Aylesbury Box
To mark International Women’s Day on Saturday 8 March, let’s take a look behind the scenes and recognise the contribution of the women at Aylesbury Box Company. Women Under-represented in UK Manufacturing Across the UK manufacturing sector, women make up just 26.1% of the workforce*. In the 35-64 age group, this is even lower, at […]
Aylesbury Box Company’s New Website
If you are reading this, you may have noticed that our website has been refreshed. The new Aylesbury Box Company website went live in January and our aim is to deliver an improved online experience. Thanks to Framework Digital for Our New Website We have to be honest, this project has been over a year […]
Why Use Sleeve Packaging?
We’re on a mission to provide practical and cost-effective cardboard packaging to protect and present your goods. Sleeve packaging is one solution that can enhance or replace a box. However, customers rarely consider it as a retail packaging option, so let us tell you more. What is Sleeve Packaging? Sleeve packaging is a printed strip […]
The Season of E-commerce Returns
As an online retailer, you’ll know that the follow-up to any peak purchasing period is a season of e-commerce returns. There are many reasons why your customers reject their purchases and ask you to refund them. From unwanted gifts to excessive sales spend, it can easily eat into your profits. So, is there a way […]
Festive Greetings From Aylesbury Box Company
The decorations are up and festive tunes play on the radio, so we invite you to tuck into a mince pie as you read the end-of-year update from the Aylesbury Box Company team. Firstly, thank you to all of our customers and suppliers for helping us achieve another successful year! We appreciate that you choose […]
Is Cardboard Packaging a Wise Choice?
It’s an exciting time in the packaging industry. That’s because environmental concerns are driving a wave of innovations. We’re seeing a significant shift away from plastic packaging and some exciting new products that are making this possible. However, sometimes the old ways are the best. So, we want to highlight why cardboard remains a wise […]
Scary Waste Facts for Halloween
Ghosts and ghouls might give you the shivers but for us, there’s something a lot scarier. We’re talking about product and packaging waste facts. Unfortunately, this isn’t a figment of our imagination. There are shocking stats and evidence that highlight the scope of the problem. However, some groups and organisations are battling to turn things […]
Delivery of Flowers
Isn’t it lovely when a flower box is delivered to your door? You open it up to discover a personalised message and a selection of colourful, scented or unusual blooms. There’s no need to wait for a special occasion to send flowers, so let someone know you are thinking of them at any time of […]
No End to Plastic-free Packaging
Plastic-free July might be drawing to an end, but our mission to replace plastic packaging with viable alternatives continues. One message that we want to get across is that fully recyclable, moisture-resistant, plastic-free packaging is an option. Want to know more? Not All Cardboard Packaging Can be Recycled One of our bugbears is when brands […]
Festival Essentials: Single-use Cardboard Tents
Come rain or shine, the festival season is in full swing. At each event, hundreds or thousands of tents are erected to provide temporary accommodation over the weekend. However, many are never packed up and reused. So, let’s look at an alternative option, sustainable, single-use cardboard tents. Musicians Cutting the Carbon Footprint of Touring Glastonbury […]
What’s the Best Packaging Design?
We often see articles and posts showcasing the ‘best packaging design’. Typically, these include stylish graphics and a clever novelty feature. Yes, we can appreciate the skills of the designer and manufacturer, but would this work for your products? So, in this article, we’re exploring what defines good packaging design for your brand and products. […]
Reusable & Refillable Packaging
Single-use packaging is damaging our global environment. Litter is even polluting remote islands and the depths of the oceans. For this reason, we all need to take steps to transition away from single-use towards reusable and refillable packaging. World Refill Day Sunday 16 June is World Refill Day. This event highlights the need to increase […]
Questions to Ask a Packaging Supplier
Have you spent years developing your product range and preparing to launch or grow your business? If so, don’t let your efforts be let down by sub-standard packaging. All too often, postal boxes and even retail packaging are an afterthought. Therefore, quick decisions are made about which packaging supplier to use, largely based on the […]
Why Switch From Plastic Packaging?
Did you know that 74% of the UK population favour a reduction in plastic packaging use? As a result, many of us are actively looking for brands that use alternative packaging materials. So, a growing number of producers and retailers are switching to more sustainable options. However, the latest data shows we have a long […]
E-commerce Packaging Insight
Looking to grow your e-commerce business? This insight could help. Every year, Mondi surveys thousands of online shoppers to gather insight into changing attitudes and behaviours. One area of focus is e-commerce packaging. As we work with many online retail brands, we’re keen to discover what recipients view as good packaging. E-commerce Report Global paper […]
A Taste of Argentina
Are you looking for a unique box of chocolates for Mother’s Day? Or an indulgent treat for yourself? If so, let us introduce you to tantalising Sur Chocolates! Fortunately, this local business has an online shop, so their irresistible goodies can be delivered to your door. We were delighted to provide sustainable e-commerce packaging for […]
Sustainability at the Heart of Excellence Awards
The shortlist for the 2024 Food Manufacturer Excellence Awards 2024 has been announced. Looking at the credentials of these six companies, it’s clear that they balance quality products and growth opportunities with Environmental Social Governance (ESG) to drive sustainability goals. The winner will be announced in early February, so let’s look at four brands that […]
Warehousing and Packaging
Fulfilling our appetite for goods is dependent on two factors; warehousing and packaging. The humble cardboard box and behind-the-scenes operations rarely make the headlines. However, this could be the year when warehousing and packaging make their way into the limelight! The Year of Warehousing To mark its 80th year of operation, the UK Warehousing Association […]
Packaging Predictions: What’s in Store for 2024?
There’s no better time for packaging predictions than the New Year! So, what do we see influencing design in the road ahead? Packaging Materials Firstly, after several years of increases, market forecasts suggest that paper prices will stabilise in 2024. This will make it easier for cardboard packaging manufacturers like us to provide accurate quotes […]
Consumers Say No to Greenwashing
Environmentally conscious shoppers are on the lookout for products that help them make sustainable choices. For this reason, they favour brands with green credentials and take time to look for recognisable symbols on packaging. However, in a bid to win customers, some companies are making claims that lack substance. This is referred to as greenwashing. […]
From Polystyrene to Cardboard
The recent Government ban on polystyrene cups and containers has encouraged many retailers and manufacturers to look at alternatives. From takeaway packaging to protective box inserts for machinery, we’ve helped brands shift from polystyrene to cardboard. We’ve now discovered a British designer, known for his polystyrene creations, who is exhibiting a collection of cardboard furniture. […]
Seek Out FSC® Certified Companies & Products
FSC® Forest Week launches on Saturday 23 September, with the theme of Trust the Tree. We know that trees are essential for life, yet timber is a valuable resource. Let’s explore why choosing FSC® certified companies and products is the way to protect trees for both environmental and commercial use. Trees & Timber Trees have […]
Packaging Reuse for Second Hand September
Second Hand September is an ideal occasion to consider the options for buying second hand, reusing what you have or donating. These sustainable actions provide cost savings and promote creative thinking. What is Second Hand September? Second Hand September was launched by Oxfam in 2019 to encourage shoppers to make choices that are kinder to […]
All Boxes Big & Small
Aylesbury Box Company manufactures cardboard boxes to your specifications. For boxes big or small, simply tell us what you need and we’ll advise on the most effective and affordable packaging solutions. Big Boxes or Something Smaller? Our experienced team produce thousands of standard-sized boxes for manufacturers, retailers and fulfilment companies across the UK. However, with […]
Benefits of Shelf Ready Packaging
To attract shoppers , retailers have to keep their shelves well stocked. In large stores, this can be an almost constant process. When products are running low, it’s important to have a quick and efficient means of filling the gaps. This is where shelf ready packaging comes into play. What is Shelf Ready Packaging? Shelf […]
New Box Company Employees
Happy New Year from all at Aylesbury Box Company! Plans are underway to ensure we continue providing sustainable packaging and personable service to you, our customers, through 2023. Let’s start things off by introducing two new members of our team, Larry & Sam. They both joined us at the end of November and have dived […]
Improved Drinks Packaging for Global Brand
When shipping globally, drinks packaging has to be sufficiently robust to ensure your products arrive undamaged. How did we improve the boxes to help bring healthy hydration to more customers? Healthy Hydration Staying hydrated is vital for a healthy, energised body, so let us introduce one of our packaging customers; Get More Vits. This independent […]
What’s the Benefit of Sustainable Packaging?
In our previous article, we shared information on the work of the Forestry Stewardship Council© (FSC) and how they help us to supply sustainable packaging. Their standards ensure the future of the world’s forests, through responsible management. This is beneficial for the long-term future of the packaging industry, as well as all of the plants, […]
Recycling Myths Busted
There is a lot of conflicting information about recycling. Misinformation prevents some people from bothering to separate recyclables and general waste, so it’s time to bust some myths. Recycle Week 2022 Since its launch in 2004, Recycle Week has built awareness of and a commitment to improved waste management in households and businesses. This year […]
