Ticking the Vegan Boxes at Christmas
It’s estimated that there are around 2.5 million vegans in the UK. That means many families include someone who has decided to give up meat and dairy. The choice to become vegan can be ethical, for health reasons or to cut costs and it is most popular among young, female adults. However, there is no […]
Time For a Coffee?
Britain is considered a nation of tea drinkers, but for many coffee is the preferred beverage of choice. A key reason why we now favour the bean is the quality aromas and flavours achieved by independent artisan roasters. These are a far cry from the spoonful of instant that was widely available until the turn […]
What’s in Your Ideal Home?
Interior inspiration doesn’t get much bigger than the annual Ideal Home Show. Running until 7 April, this event brings together all the best in furniture, fittings, appliances and accessories. So, what features in your ideal home? Visiting The Ideal Home Show Held in London’s Olympia, the Ideal Home Show is a must if you want […]
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 […]
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. […]
Packaging EPR: Latest Guidance
Every UK packaging company is aware of the forthcoming changes to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). This comes into play from January 2023, placing greater recycling responsibility on the packaging industry. The aim is to encourage sustainable packaging design and practices. EPR also applies to companies packaging own brand goods to sell in the UK, including […]
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 […]
Removing Plastic Packaging from Bananas
France has placed a ban on plastic packaging for the majority of fruit and veg, which commences in the New Year. Whilst dramatic actions like this are necessary to turn the tide on environmental damage, there are concerns that such actions may increase food waste and contamination. In the UK, smaller-scale actions are being undertaken. […]
Cardboard Office is a Green Apple Winner
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 […]
Environmental Claims Under Scrutiny
Brand commitments, consumer influence and Government targets are shifting focus towards design, production, use and reuse which reduces environmental impact. Products that claim to be eco-friendly influence purchasing decisions, so going green is a good move for business. The majority of consumers want to make purchases that are ethically sourced and recyclable, so they are […]
Takeaway Reinvented
When an established, local takeaway business was reinvented for modern tastes, a fresh image accompanied the fresh ingredients. With sustainability on the agenda, recyclable packaging was a must. Aylesbury Box Company was delighted to work with Yumshi to provide bespoke, printed delivery boxes. The Inspiration Behind Yumshi Ken’s Beijing is a small, popular Chinese restaurant […]
Packaging ‘Villain’ is Changing its Ways
In the world of sustainable packaging, there is something worse than single-use plastic bottles. Although they are a serious cause for concern and they are having a negative environmental impact, plastic bottles can be recycled. This is not always the case for packaging that is formed from multiple materials. Described by The Recycling Association as […]
Delivering Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. This simple concept has had a significant impact on the packaging industry over the last decade. As specialists in the design, manufacture and print of cardboard packaging, Aylesbury Box Company is passionate about supporting our customers to achieve their sustainable packaging goals. Rather than simply supplying boxes, we take time to understand […]
Sustainable Packaging for Ethical Shoppers
To kickstart the New Year, Coop announced that they are bringing forward their commitment to using 100% recyclable packaging for their own brand goods. Initially, the supermarket pledged to achieve this goal by 2023. They now intend to lead the pack by reaching the milestone this summer. As part of the research for this move, […]
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 […]
Committed to Recyclable Packaging
One of the recent packaging design projects we have worked on is for an Oral Health company. Georganics produces natural and sustainable toothbrushes and toothpaste. Their products contain no plastics, no synthetic chemicals and no toxins; just naturally sourced ingredients. With an ethical approach, the company has also adopted a minimal waste approach to packaging. […]
Why Cardboard Appeals
Email correspondence, digital marketing and cloud storage are amongst the reasons that paper production has gradually declined since the rise of the internet. The paper product bucking the trend is corrugated cardboard. The rapidly expanding e-commerce industry has driven the growing demand for robust, yet lightweight, corrugated cardboard boxes. According to the latest data on […]
Get Packing
According to a report published by Technavio, the demand for recyclable packaging solutions is expected to increase by 7% between 2016 and 2020. In recent years, a greater awareness of recycling and the circular economy has driven demand for packaging that is produced from sustainable materials, minimises waste and generally reduces the impact on the […]
