Sensory Packaging: Craft an Experience
When our senses are fully engaged, we build stronger connections and memories. From interactive learning to shopping, the experience plays a significant role in our attitude to what we’re presented with. So, when it comes to sending out e-commerce deliveries, can you use sensory packaging to craft an experience? Engaging the Customer In Person or […]
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 […]
What are the Packaging Trends for 2025?
As we start a new year, you might be keen to explore the predicted packaging trends for 2025. These are based on consumer preferences, so they can elevate the perception of your brand. As such, a review and update of your packaging and labels could extend your market share and sales. Sustainable Packaging Trend Remains […]
Championing Circular Packaging Design
You might be dreaming of a white Christmas, however, our vision is for a greener world. Unfortunately, we’ve all seen and experienced more devastating consequences of climate change in recent years. Severe flooding, hurricanes, typhoons and other extreme weather events are occurring more frequently. While we can’t control the weather, we can take action to […]
All Change for Discovery Set
Did you know that premium men’s fragrances are the fastest-growing market in the beauty industry? The desire to smell fantastic and make a great impression has heightened interest in masculine colognes. So, how do you find a signature scent that conveys your individuality? One option is a discovery set to sample a full brand range. […]
Get Onboard with Iced Tea
If you’ve been abroad this year, you may have bought a refreshing iced tea. This tea-based, fruity soft drink is very popular across Europe, America and Asia. Yet there’s been less take up in the UK, however, tastes are changing. The younger generation favours iced tea, cold brews and bubble tea over the traditional hot […]
Innovate for Performance & Sustainability
What do manufacturers, theme parks and quarries have in common? Their processes all rely on efficient chain conveyor operation and, this depends on keeping the chain lubricated. However, the manual, brush, drip or spit systems for applying lubrication are messy and wasteful. So, it was time to innovate for performance and sustainability. Introducing Rotalube Rotalube […]
Steps Towards Net Zero: Carbon Offset
Since 2000, we have taken steps to reduce the environmental impact of our cardboard manufacturing processes. While we have achieved many of our goals, this is a process of continuous improvement. As such, we are now focused on becoming a Net Zero packaging company. And, with this in mind, we have cautiously explored carbon offset. […]
4 Packaging Design Essentials
We all judge on appearances and that is why packaging design matters. As customers, we often have nothing more than the packaging to go on before making a purchase. The boxes, bottles and tins indicate whether this product can meet our needs and match our values. As such, they significantly impact sales. So, what are […]
How Much Do Custom Printed Boxes Cost?
Have you avoided getting a quote for bespoke packaging, assuming it will be too much? Before you make your decision, let us share information on the cost of custom printed boxes. Packaging Costs for Online Retailers One of the reasons that many online retailers opt for off-the-shelf, plain packaging is to keep costs down. At […]
The Benefits of FSC® Certified Products
Do you look out for the tick tree logo on paper and wood products? Have you spotted it on notebooks, furniture, toilet rolls or packaging? This small symbol indicates ethical processes have been followed to make that product. So, what are the benefits of FSC® certified products? What is the FSC®? We all know that […]
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 […]
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, […]
Reshoring & Supply Chain Sustainability
For decades, it’s been cheaper to import goods from around the globe than to produce them locally, but the tide is changing. So, what is driving reshoring and how is this impacting supply chain sustainability? UK Businesses Favour Local Suppliers & Production Brexit, Covid, the war in Ukraine and a rapid rise in interest rates. […]
Environmental Good News
We know that there are many environmental issues impacting our world. However, many of us have made multiple changes to reduce the escalation of environmental problems. So, are our efforts making a difference? Let us share some environmental good news! Prioritising Sustainability Over recent years, a growing number of our customers have stated sustainability as […]
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 […]
EPR for Packaging Delayed
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). This was coming into force as one of many measures to encourage net zero practices. However, at the end of July, the Government announced that EPR packaging is being deferred for a year. Why is this and what does it mean for UK businesses? What is EPR for Packaging? At the […]
Balancing the Box
Packaging design is far more than strong branding. Achieving effective solutions that fulfil every step in the supply chain and circular economy requires balancing the box requirements. In this article, we outline some points to consider for your packaging project. Protective Packaging The main purpose of packaging is to protect the goods inside from damage, […]
Paper and Cardboard Recycling Bins
Paper and cardboard are among of the most commonly recycled packaging materials in the UK. As a nation, we are adept at placing e-commerce delivery boxes, carton board packaging and paper waste into household and commercial recycling bins. Then, local Council collections take this packaging material to recycling centres. However, calls are out to separate […]
Strong Boxes for a Landscaping Merchant
When you have weighty items to send, strong boxes are essential. This was the case for a local landscaping merchant. When the time came to upgrade their sample boxes for Vande Moortel Clay Pavers, Paving and Decking, they gave us a call. Hard Landscaping Materials Country Supplies is an established Buckinghamshire business with a reputation […]
Do Customers Prioritise Sustainable Packaging?
Aylesbury Box Company is on a sustainability journey. We produce sustainable packaging and we care about our people, and our planet, so we continuously implemented measures in line with our company vision. Our vision is to be an industry-leading cardboard packaging company; achieved via being innovative and helpful. Our activities should have a positive effect […]
Bespoke Boxes for Coffee Roasters
Freshly roasted coffee, rich in flavour and aroma, delivered to your door; what would you give for that right now? Back in 2014, Missing Bean Coffee Roasters made this a reality, with unique blends that wouldn’t cost the earth. As we’ve recently delivered their order of bespoke boxes, let’s find out more. Oxford’s Independent Coffee […]
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 […]
When New Drinks Packaging is Required
REAL Naturally Fermented Sparking Teas are refreshing and sophisticated; these non-alcoholic alternatives to Champagne and Sparkling Wines are served in some of our country’s finest restaurants, bars and shops. REAL has been a long-standing customer of Aylesbury Box Company, so they approached us for advice when updating their outer box; they wanted to refresh their […]
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, […]
Why is FSC® Certification Important?
How can we have paper-based packaging without environmental destruction and what has FSC® certification got to do with it? We know that trees are essential to the global ecosystem, yet trees have to be felled to provide many of the items we use every day. Sustainable Packaging Supplies We’re aware that plastic packaging is damaging […]
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 […]
How Sustainable is your Food?
As consumers, we are now used to spotting labels that inform us whether product packaging is recyclable and sustainable. A new voluntary scheme for the food industry may soon provide more information on the sustainability of food products. How could this help to cut the environmental impact of our meals? Could Eco Packaging Labels Inform […]
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 […]
Box Company Supports Woodlands & Wellbeing
Aylesbury Box Company’s efforts to fully embrace sustainability have largely focused on internal factors. We’ve implemented measures to make the best use of resources. This has encompassed the recruitment and retention of our team, along with minimising waste, energy and water use. More recently, we’ve been broadening our outlook; firstly, to suppliers and then to […]
