How to Live and Work Sustainably
On 31 March, a much-anticipated book is due to be released. ‘Going Zero: One Family’s Journey to Zero Waste & a Greener Lifestyle’ promises an honest account of fully embracing sustainability. Every decision made was informed by the family’s goal of minimising their environmental impact. As a company that has been actively reducing our environmental […]
Eco-friendly Fashion Packaging
The polybag is the staple packaging in the fashion industry. Billions of these plastic bags keep clothing clean in transit. This generates a lot of waste. According to an article on packaging waste, only around 15% of the polybags produced are collected for recycling, the rest are contributing to the plastic problem. As the fashion […]
How to Avoid Plastic Bags
When leading toy distributor, John Crane Ltd closed down after 120 years in the industry, one of its former team stepped in. Jonathan Thorpe had a proven track record, having formerly been the MD, then President of Playmobil USA. Jonathan wanted to continue the distribution of several leading toy brands which had been under the […]
Rethinking Packaging for 2020
Is rethinking your product packaging and delivery boxes a priority for the coming year? According to the latest survey by DHL, changing attitudes will push packaging design into the spotlight over the coming 5 years. What shipping solutions are customers looking for? Those brands which continue to use excessive packaging materials, oversized boxes and plastic […]
Should I Select Printed Packaging with a Matt or Gloss Finish?
In the early days, the majority of orders received by Aylesbury Box Company were for large, industrial cardboard containers. This packaging was practical and robust, but there was little concern for aesthetics. Typical printing requirements were ‘This Way Up’ or ‘Fragile’ printed in black. The aim was simply to provide instructions for the delivery company. […]
No Surface Left Unprinted
Inside and out, a cardboard box offers the opportunity to print on 12 different sides. Printed packaging can be used to brand your boxes, provide product information and send messages to your customers. Customers are seeking a personalised shopping experience and packaging plays an essential role in delivering exactly what they are looking for. With […]
