Cakes on the Box
Are you a fan of the latest Bake Off series? You are not alone! Over 6 million viewers tune in each week to watch the creation of edible delights and disasters. However, we’re not just obsessed with cakes on the box. Cakes are a popular treat, which we’re keen to buy in cafes, shops and […]
Box Company is Christmas Ready!
So, it’s our final day of 2023 at Aylesbury Box Company. The team have cleared their workspaces and everyone is ready for a much-deserved break with family and friends. Boxes Galore! This year, our industrious factory team have manufactured over 10 million boxes in all shapes and sizes. These include slimline, letterbox friendly postal boxes, […]
Recycling Champions
Over half of UK household waste is reused, recycled or composted at the many recycling centres across the country. As a cardboard packaging manufacturer, we rely on residents flattening their used boxes and placing them in the recycling bin. Once collected, cardboard is one of the easiest materials to recycle. We can then make it […]
Eco Processes, Products & Packaging
We supply sustainable, printed boxes to a small company in Penzance, so they can ship their products to customers across the UK. For this brand, strong eco-credentials underpin their processes, products and packaging. Boxes of Cornish Delights When you think of Cornish delights, what springs to mind? Is it pasties, scones piled high with clotted […]
Natural, Practical & Sustainable
Our brown kraft boxes, with a simple white print, were the perfect choice for a brand that specialises in organic baby blankets and comforters. They wanted 100% recyclable packaging; natural, practical and sustainable, just like the items they sell. Bambamboo Baby Blankets Bambamboo Baby designs neutral, comforting and personalised keepsakes from organic cotton and bamboo. […]
Prioritising the Green
At the end of 2022, we delivered the first order of branded e-commerce packaging to Slycker. They launched their website in December and were soon fulfilling orders in time for Christmas. Is your 2023 goal to launch an e-commerce business? Whether an established company that is developing an online shop or a start-up enterprise, allow […]
Where to Buy Shipping Boxes
Launching a business in the New Year or adding to your existing product range? Exciting times! To ensure that your goods reach your customers without damage, you need robust packaging. So, if you’ve been considering where to buy shipping boxes, UK based Aylesbury Box Company can assist. We are an established cardboard packaging manufacturer and […]
Local Christmas Boxes: Treats Sorted!
It’s December! Time to start planning who will be around the table for Christmas dinner, along with which delicious treats to serve. This weekend is Small Business Saturday, so we encourage you to seek out local companies to supply your Christmas boxes. Independent businesses value your custom, offer something unique and help the local economy. […]
Everything Now E-commerce
Online shopping is desirable because it enables consumers to have everything now. The speed and simplicity of e-commerce are reasons why the average British shopper places three orders a week. In this article, we explore the other factors that are important to these online shoppers. What are the Priorities for Online Shoppers? A Wireless Logic […]
Printed Packaging for an Established Brand
Aylesbury Box Company recently supplied printed packaging to Study Bed. This local business has been operating since 2007, but increasing demand for EU exports created the need for a bespoke packaging solution. Space Saving Furniture For many of us, working from home has focused our attention on space-saving ideas. We want multi-functional furniture that optimises […]
British Made Product & Packaging
When it comes to packaging, we compete against the mass production of large-scale factories in China. The scale of their operations allows them to offer cheap boxes, but the finish is variable and the service is impersonal. By offering quality materials, responsive service and a greatly reduced carbon footprint, we attract customers. This experience is […]
5 Steps to Improve E-commerce Packaging
As we start a new financial year, we want to sow the seeds for updating and improving your e-commerce postal boxes. How can packaging design benefit your business, customers and the environment? Here are 5 essential steps to consider: 1. Reduce or remove single-use plastic from e-commerce packaging The best way to avoid plastic tax […]
Launching a Subscription Box Company
In our previous article ‘A Growing Love for Subscription Boxes‘, we covered target customers, appeal and profitability. Continuing on the theme, this article looks at: Planning Subscription Box Contents Marketing Subscription Boxes Customer Service Planning Subscription Box Contents With a clearer idea of what will appeal to your target customer, as well as cost, weight […]
Packaging in a Digital World
The rise of digital technology led to many believing that the paperless office would be the norm in the 21st Century. Would this lead to paper mills and packaging manufacturers in the UK going out of business? According to packaging data collated by Ibis World, there are currently 1,442 UK packaging companies. Many of these […]
Where’s the Safest Place to leave your Postal Boxes?
The rise in home deliveries and e-commerce has increased the convenience of shopping, but what happens when you are not home. Where do the delivery drivers leave your boxes? You may request that packages be left with neighbours or in a ‘safe’ place, but this isn’t always possible. When boxes are left on the doorstep, […]
Perfect Beer & Snack Pairings Boxed
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 […]
It’s not too early for Christmas Packaging
Live in the moment they say, appreciate the here and now. How can you be thinking about Christmas packaging in the middle of summer? Well, we are and that’s because retailers have to plan all year to optimise sales during the festive period. At any time of year, packaging design plays a vital role in […]
Sustained Demand for Postal Boxes
As physical stores and town centre cafes reopened, a surge of shoppers returned to the High Street. Seeking out the sensory experiences and personal interaction that is missing online. After a year of e-commerce domination, can we expect fewer cardboard boxes arriving at our front doors? According to analysis by Wunderkind, who monitored High Street […]
Growing Demand for Printed Subscription Boxes
In the 2019 Royal Mail report ‘UK Subscription Box Boom’ it was revealed that 27.5% of the population were signed up to at least one subscription service. As the opportunity to browse the shops has been hindered by Covid-19 restrictions, consumers have further increased their desire to purchase subscription box services. Unlike ordering goods online, […]
Packaging for Book Lovers
If your pleasure is reading, then the perfect gift is a book (or ten!) and the ideal shopping experience is a traditional bookshop. One of our customers is Coles Books in Bicester, which is the oldest independent bookshop in North Oxfordshire. Whilst they provide a delightful haven for local book lovers, they also offer an […]
Low Cost Packaging Design
There’s no doubt that your packaging design has a considerable impact on the perception of your product. We advise that you opt for the best quality that you can afford, but there are ways to develop good, yet low-cost packaging designs. The following points aim to provide you with food for thought when it comes […]
