
May
CorrBoard buoyed by investment boost
Michael McLaren0 comments corrboard, Investment
VPK Group has increased its shareholding in CorrBoard UK to become a 50% shareholder, through a subscription for new shares and the acquisition of the stake of former shareholder, Garthwest. McLaren Packaging, one of CorrBoard’s founding partners, has also subscribed for new shares. Pierre Machris, CEO of VPK Group, said: “CorrBoard’s factory is impressive and […]

Oct
New design and manufacturing facility in Stirling opened by Scottish Whisky Association Chief Executive
Graham Lironi0 comments Design, Investment, Packaging, Uncategorised
Blue Box Design’s new state-of-the-art design and manufacturing facility has been officially opened by Karen Betts, Chief Executive, Scottish Whisky Association. A specialist designer and manufacturer of bespoke presentation boxes for Scotch Whisky and luxury products, Blue Box Design received Regional Selective Assistance through Scottish Enterprise for the £3 million project which will create an […]

Oct
McLaren Packaging invests £3 million in luxury packaging facility in Stirling
Graham Lironi0 comments Family Business, Investment, Packaging
McLaren Packaging has invested £3 million in the construction of a new facility in Stirling for subsidiary Blue Box Design, the specialist designer and manufacturer of bespoke presentation boxes for the UK food, drink and luxury sectors.

Jul
Packaging Companies join forces to form new alliance
Michael McLaren0 comments Corrugate, Investment, Packaging
We have joined forces with 8 other independent packaging manufacturers to form a “unique partnership” that will aim to help businesses throughout the UK and Ireland to streamline how their packaging is sourced, stored and supplied. The CorrBoard UK Alliance offers three unique benefits to any company facing the twin challenges of complex, ever-evolving requirements and […]

May
McLaren Packaging target sales growth
Michael McLaren0 comments Editorials, Family Business, Investment
Good coverage in the Herald Business section this week outlining our ambition for future growth and ongoing investment at McLaren Packaging: http://www.heraldscotland.com/business/14510602.Port_Glasgow_whisky_packaging_firm_targets___20m_turnover_on_back_of_major_investment/ “We feel there’s a real opportunity to grow and our target is to reach £20m turnover in the next three years. Scottish produce has a great reputation globally and we want to support producers […]