When Musto, the leading technical apparel, footwear and accessories brand, needed a carrier bag in support of their involvement in the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race, they turned to Keenpac’s...
Savvy marketeers and branding experts understand the power of packaging. More than just a medium to convey a purchase from store to home, a luxury carrier bag presents the opportunity to...
Keenpac has now completed the final piece of its re-brand jigsaw, with the installation of external signage at the Leicester site. The makeover began with a well received
Keenpac, renowned for their creative packaging designs, collaborated with global online fitness retailer, Bodyism, to develop a bespoke retail box for its 9-day Detox Programme. Being a...
Tropical, colourful and calming; the Lani collection of 100% natural, 100% vegan hair and body treatment products are now even more stylish with luxury packaging design. With a vision to...
Keenpac has recently completed a project for new British skincare brand, Nior London. From an initial website enquiry, and a loose brief for a presentation box, the Keenpac team worked...
House of Fraser bags are “Coming For You” this Christmas! Colourful, bright and extremely fun, the new House of Fraser Christmas packaging has been developed to spread cheer and...
Keenpac, has unveiled bespoke Christmas packaging for leading ladies fashion label, Hobbs. We have worked closely with the Hobbs packaging development team for the last 10 years and...
Posted Thursday 18th Oct 2018
Are you considering sustainability questions about your packaging? Our new Sustainability Guide leads you through the labyrinth of alternatives, following a logical path and covering every angle. You don’t have to spend time thinking of every single detail because we...
Posted Thursday 11th Oct 2018
Keenpac understands the importance of talent and helping today's students thrive. We teamed up with the final year students of the Fashion Buying degree at De Montfort University to donate hangers so that the students could showcase their garments for their final degree...
Posted Wednesday 10th Oct 2018
As the environmental impact of packaging on our planet is increasingly prevalent, does the choice of the materials used on your carrier bags fully reflect this? If the answer is no to this simple question, with so many packaging material options available for your carrier...
Posted Monday 24th Sep 2018
We have recently completed a lighting upgrade in our 100,000 sq ft warehouse as part of our wider sustainability plan. It was very important for us to get the lighting right, not only for energy efficiency of the building, but also the benefit of our staff. The older...
Posted Tuesday 04th Sep 2018
On Saturday the 11th of August, nine of Keenpac's staff took part in the Mudnificent 7 event to raise money for LOROS Hospice. The group ran a 7km obstacle race through thick mud, testing their strength and stamina throughout. The group raised an amazing £2,632.50 for...
Posted Tuesday 07th Aug 2018
Keenpac were very excited to showcase their latest product innovation - a life-sized recreation of the iconic Build-A-Bear workshop cub condo. The piece pictured above was created for MCM Comic Con in London. Throughout the Comic Con weekend, the life-sized cub condo was...
Posted Friday 03rd Aug 2018
We are currently going through an exciting refurbishment at our head office in Leicestershire, which has resulted in a lot of our old furniture becoming surplus to requirement. Instead of throwing away perfectly good furniture, we decided to donate them to a local academy -...
Posted Tuesday 17th Jul 2018
When Musto, the leading technical apparel, footwear and accessories brand, needed a carrier bag in support of their involvement in the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race, they turned to Keenpac’s sourcing expertise. The Volvo Ocean Race is one of the longest and most demanding...
Posted Thursday 05th Jul 2018
This weekend a team from Keenpac hiked up Scafell Pike to raise money for LOROS hospice. Sheetal Manchha-Tiwari, Jonathan Garrett, Gwynneth Bramley and Paul Clarke battled up the mountain in the heat wave and raised an incredible £1,774 for LOROS hospice. The team would...
Posted Monday 25th Jun 2018
Packaging Premiere, the annual showcase of luxury packaging design, from designers and manufacturers throughout the globe, attracts delegates and representatives from some of the worlds biggest brands. The perfect place for us to premiere our latest packaging design
Posted Saturday 23rd Jun 2018
Originally posted Thursday 26th Jun 2014 With the UK Government launching a consultation before Christmas, on a brand new eco friendly bags tax for England, we've been watching with keen interest for details on the planned legislation when it finally comes into
Posted Tuesday 12th Jun 2018
Originally posted Friday 29th Nov 2013 Sir Isaac Newton, a maths and physics genius, widely regarded as one of history's leading scientists, proclaimed in one of his Laws of Motion that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. In the world of physics, this is...
Posted Saturday 09th Jun 2018
Originally posted Tuesday 4th Jan 2011 The Welsh Assembly has now confirmed the introduction of legislation to introduce a charge on single use carrier bags. The law, which will introduce a 5p charge per carrier bag, will come into effect from 1st October
Posted Thursday 31st May 2018
Originally posted Wednesday 03rd Apr 2013 A new Welsh carrier bag tax is set to launch in Spring next year. It is the brainchild of Welsh Environment minister Jane Davidson, and means that from next Spring, all single use carrier bags in Wales may be subject to a 7p levy...
Posted Wednesday 23rd May 2018
Originally posted Wednesday 18th Mar 2015 The government amended their proposed legislation last month for charges applicable to single use plastic carrier bags. Draft legislation 13/02/15. Propose 5p bag tax on single use plastic carriers effective October 15th. ...
Posted Wednesday 23rd May 2018
The environment has never been higher on the worldwide political agenda. With a global customer base like ours, it’s vital that we stay up to date with constantly changing retail packaging legislation. Here’s a quick snapshot of some of the bag legislation that’s been...
Posted Tuesday 15th May 2018
Originally posted Wednesday 03rd Apr 2013 From 8 April, shoppers in Northern Ireland will be charged at least 5p for their single use carrier bags. The move was approved by the Northern Ireland Assembly back in January in an attempt to reduce the number of single use carrier...
Posted Saturday 12th May 2018
Originally posted Wednesday 13th May 2015 Saving the environment and the world starts with just one recycled item. The larger the number of consumers and businesses that add to this number, the larger the impact the environment will experience. Luxury retail businesses have...
Posted Saturday 12th May 2018
Originally posted Wednesday 06th Nov 2013 Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg announced at the Liberal Democrat annual party conference in Brighton on September 14th that the government will implement a mandatory five pence charge for the use of plastic bags in autumn of
Posted Saturday 12th May 2018
Originally posted Monday 27th Apr 2015 We can now confirm that the 'Single Use Plastic Bag Charge' legislation has now been passed by Parliament. Plastic Bags that are 70 micron and above will be exempt from the charge Single use plastic bags, below 50 micron, will...
Posted Saturday 12th May 2018
Originally posted Tuesday 14th Sep 2013 A five pence mandatory charge for single use carrier bags will be introduced from Autumn 2015, the Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, announced in September. Following the lead of the Welsh Assembly, when they introduced a similar...
Posted Thursday 12th Apr 2018
Originally posted Wednesday 21st Jan 2013 From 8 April 2013, there will be at least a 5p carrier bag charge for new single use carrier bags in Northern Ireland. The main aim of the carrier bag charge is to help protect the environment by cutting the number of carrier bags...
Posted Friday 01st Dec 2017
Savvy marketeers and branding experts understand the power of packaging. More than just a medium to convey a purchase from store to home, a luxury carrier bag presents the opportunity to broadcast your brand, keeping it in the public eye and abreast of the trend. Luxury...
Posted Thursday 27th Jul 2017
Keenpac has now completed the final piece of its re-brand jigsaw, with the installation of external signage at the Leicester site. The makeover began with a well received ‘reveal’ of the new Keenpac logo at the Luxury Packaging Show at London's Olympia in September...
Posted Thursday 29th Jun 2017
Keenpac, renowned for their creative packaging designs, collaborated with global online fitness retailer, Bodyism, to develop a bespoke retail box for its 9-day Detox Programme. Being a prestigious, global brand, renowned for its top performance coaches and fat loss
Posted Wednesday 29th Mar 2017
The team at Keenpac put on their red noses, put their baking skills to the test and successfully raised £72.14 for Red Nose Day. Staff organised a charity bake sale on Friday 24th March with tasty treats on offer including cupcakes, millionaire short bread and everyone’s...
Posted Wednesday 29th Mar 2017
Tropical, colourful and calming; the Lani collection of 100% natural, 100% vegan hair and body treatment products are now even more stylish with luxury packaging design. With a vision to match the vibrancy of the brand to its packaging, Lani turned to the expertise of packaging...
Posted Thursday 16th Mar 2017
More consumers are now making their purchases online. Is your e-commerce packaging covered? Packaging tells a story about your brand and the online experience is now a vital part of the shopping experience. We are a trusted e-commerce packaging supplier who can offer a...
Posted Thursday 02nd Mar 2017
Looking for packaging that will excite and inspire? We create innovative luxury packaging ideas using our dedicated packaging design studio. We understand branding & packaging design through research, trends & concepts. Contact us on 0116 2890900 Packaging...
Posted Tuesday 21st Feb 2017
Keenpac has recently completed a project for new British skincare brand, Nior London. From an initial website enquiry, and a loose brief for a presentation box, the Keenpac team worked closely with Anika Patel from Nior London to revitalise the brand’s marketing merchandise....
Posted Monday 20th Feb 2017
Here at Keenpac on the 14th February, Valentine’s day, we showed our support to local children’s charity Heart Link when we participated in wearing red as part of CHD (congenital heart defects) awareness week. Heart Link (East Midlands Children's Heart Care Association)...
Posted Tuesday 24th Jan 2017
Are you ready for Christmas 2017? The start of the year is often a time of reflection. The perfect opportunity to review your Christmas packaging! We would be delighted to meet and discuss options for Christmas 2017. More Keenpac News Keenpac Creates the Italian...
Posted Wednesday 11th Jan 2017
Here at Keenpac we swapped our designing tools for tuneful notes when we participated in a spot of lunchtime carolling for charity. On the 16th December 2016, the official Christmas Jumper Day, Keenpac decided to raise some extra money for Save the Children – and after a few...
Posted Wednesday 14th Dec 2016
House of Fraser bags are “Coming For You” this Christmas! Colourful, bright and extremely fun, the new House of Fraser Christmas packaging has been developed to spread cheer and happiness this festive season. Produced by retail packaging supplier Keenpac, the bags jump out...
Posted Friday 09th Dec 2016
Keenpac, has unveiled bespoke Christmas packaging for leading ladies fashion label, Hobbs. We have worked closely with the Hobbs packaging development team for the last 10 years and throughout this time has supported the business in presenting unique and stylish packaging...
Posted Tuesday 29th Nov 2016
In 2015 fashion retailer, FatFace, took a business decision to not take part in the discounting phenomenon ‘Black Friday’ and instead made a statement against the discounting epidemic and launched the bold ‘Thanks for Giving’ campaign. Through the campaign a percentage...
Posted Friday 25th Nov 2016
Keenpac worked closely with Penhaligon’s packaging-development team to create a simple, silvery gold mother of pearl, tortoise-shell effect for the packaging of their latest eau de toilette, Luna. The concept for the new floral fragrance is taken from the mythical love story...
Posted Monday 14th Nov 2016
As part of our PRIDE activities scheduled throughout the year (PRIDE represents our core values, based on the acronym Passionate about Packaging, Respect, Integrity, Delivering Beyond Expectations and Enjoying it), staff members of Keenpac immersed Birmingham City Centre on 9th...
Posted Tuesday 08th Nov 2016
Visitors can find out about our bespoke packaging design expertise, read testimonials from leading global brands and sign up to receive a sample pack. To see our products, we invite visitors to register and browse our extensive portfolio, covering a wide variety of sectors...
Posted Tuesday 08th Nov 2016
The makeover is centred on a striking logo design that utilises the existing marque - the ‘Keenpac triangle’ - and includes an on-brand strapline ‘create, source & deliver’. The impetus behind the refresh, Keenpac’s Head of Creative, Darren Seymour, said:...
Posted Tuesday 08th Nov 2016
Launched to spotlight the highly anticipated UK release in June of 13 new brow perfecting products – the largest brow collection to date by the cosmetic company – the bags were produced to be given out to customers on purchase of products from the range. In developing a...
Posted Tuesday 16th Feb 2016
Unboxing videos are a category on YouTube that allows viewers to unbox a product and experience how it feels to own it. Consumers get the chance to see the product exactly the way they are without the adulterations advertisers add to the product. The video provides your product...
Posted Tuesday 26th Jan 2016
If your company is like most, multi-channel brand experience is difficult to manage at the best of times. Between different technology, products, people, currency, laws and properties to consider, everything can get complicated. Branding in-store, online, relationships with...
Posted Thursday 14th Jan 2016
A retailers e-commerce packaging is a vital marketing tool; however, many still under utilise it. Inevitably, this means missed opportunities for a business to promote their product and at worse, the company risk unintentionally damaging their brand. Studies show the
Posted Tuesday 01st Dec 2015
December has begun and we are getting in the festive mood. Every day in the lead up to Christmas we'll be revealing our favourite Christmas retail packaging. Our Christmas countdown begins today .... 24 Stunning Christmas Retail Packaging Designs On the first day of Christmas...
Posted Tuesday 24th Nov 2015
Keenpac is proud to have worked with Oasis and their Christmas Carrier Bag, Getting Carried Away for Christmas. WINNER WINNER, CHRISTMAS SHIMMER 'Tis the season to be sparkling, so give ‘em the NEW razzle dazzle in luxe glitter and shining sequins that’ll have you...
Posted Monday 09th Nov 2015
When is a carrier bag not just a bag? When it’s not only designed to be sturdy enough to carry merchandise but also designed to make an unforgettable statement. The Paper Carrier Bag Guide helps you decide which kind of bag best carries your product while effectively promoting...
Posted Friday 16th Oct 2015
Packaging has become an essential part of the buying process. With the prevalence of online shopping and social media, organisations cannot afford to ignore the significance of investing in the right packaging. Packaging is in itself a promotional tool that increases sales while...
Posted Monday 12th Oct 2015
Links of London celebrates 25 Years since it started life with a single pair of men’s cufflinks. Customers will receive this special edition celebration Links bag produced by Keenpac throughout Autumn/Winter 2015. Links of London was founded in 1990 and since the...
Posted Monday 21st Sep 2015
Keenpac had a third successful year exhibiting at Packaging Innovations, London. The Luxury Packaging Exhibition was bigger then ever this year, bringing inspiration and creative ideas for packaging buyers across all industries. If you did not have an...
Posted Wednesday 09th Sep 2015
Brands are regularly innovating their products and services to stay ahead of the curve, go up against competitors and keep up with client demands. Packaging innovations are just one of the many ways that brands find to compete with each other and provide better service to the...
Posted Wednesday 02nd Sep 2015
We are delighted to tell you that Keenpac will be exhibiting once again at this year’s Packaging Innovations, held on the 16th & 17th of September 2015 at Olympia, London. It’s our opportunity to let you see some of the packaging projects we have been working on...
Posted Tuesday 01st Sep 2015
Artwork Many clients already employ a design agency, so original concepts are often supplied in line with an existing campaign, brand or design style. Having in an in-house team who are packaging specialists means we can work closely with your design teams to...
Posted Tuesday 11th Aug 2015
Ice cool, high quality, luxury bespoke packaging for the worlds biggest brands. Get your brand licked into shape across all your retail and luxury packaging. For a taste of how we can help create the hottest bespoke packaging for you why not call the
Posted Thursday 30th Jul 2015
As a luxury retail packaging supplier, paper is central to just about everything we do... Speciality Paper Speciality paper for volume packaging can be a lot more complex than standard ranges, and you may find that your favourite paper isn’t available in the volume...
Posted Tuesday 21st Jul 2015
What is Branding? Branding creates an identity using a combination of designs, symbols, or words that differentiate products and services from others in their competing markets. The identity expresses the value proposition, the company story, and the benefits and attributes of...
Posted Monday 06th Jul 2015
For some time, 'recycle, reuse, reduce' has been the central mantra of the sustainable development movement. In other words, people should try to recycle the component parts of a product after it has reached the end of its life, reduce the amount of materials used and extend the...
Posted Thursday 25th Jun 2015
A Little Piece of Print History Oasis and the Victoria and Albert Museum are delighted to announce an exclusive capsule fashion collection – born out of our mutual love of print, pattern and colour. The Story: At Oasis, we’ve always been pioneers of print. We believe it...
Posted Wednesday 17th Jun 2015
Our in-house creative resource has been re-launched, designed to offer you innovation and creative thinking as part of our commitment to your brand and delivering consistent visual solutions. Creative packaging, innovation and design... Your creative packaging
Posted Friday 12th Jun 2015
If you’re constantly on the look out for a creative, cost-effective marketing technique with a high ROI to add to your current marketing strategy, promotional bags may be just the thing you’re looking for. You know the type – the attractive, reusable totes that are popular...
Posted Friday 29th May 2015
Manufacturers use several types of Polythene composites to produce a wide range of retail packaging products. Retailers can further differentiate themselves from their competitors by using this knowledge to make productive changes. Conventional Polythene Varieties Low...
Posted Wednesday 13th May 2015
Saving the environment and the world starts with just one recycled item. The larger the number of consumers and businesses that add to this number, the larger the impact the environment will experience. Luxury retail businesses have recognized the need for sustainable packaging...
Posted Thursday 07th May 2015
Coast have marked the launch of their Spring summer campaign with the introduction of these striking yet classic carrier bag designs, with their crisp white lines and fresh pop of colour on the inside they are sure to attract a lot of attention on the high
Posted Friday 01st May 2015
Oasis 'Loved by Mollie' collection is back with a brand new Spring Summer range. We are delighted to have worked with Oasis to produce the 'Loved by Mollie' collection carrier bag to accompany the range. Oasis 'Loved by Mollie' Loved By Mollie is back! Discover Mollie...
Posted Monday 27th Apr 2015
We can now confirm that the 'Single Use Plastic Bag Charge' legislation has now been passed by Parliament. Plastic Bags that are 70 micron and above will be exempt from the charge Single use plastic bags, below 50 micron, will have to be charged at a minimum 5p ...
Posted Wednesday 15th Apr 2015
Packaging is so vital to the branding process for any company, and this is why it can be a challenging endeavour to effectively transition the brand recognition and consumer association of a brand when changing the packaging. However, there are times in which changing the...
Posted Wednesday 18th Mar 2015
The government amended their proposed legislation last month for charges applicable to single use plastic carrier bags. Draft legislation 13/02/15. Propose 5p bag tax on single use plastic carriers effective October 15th. Applies to single use carriers below 49...
Posted Friday 13th Mar 2015
The traditional paradigms of targeting are becoming increasingly irrelevant in today's retail world. The Internet has facilitated a merger of demographic characteristics that will force retailers to adapt their targeting strategies to remain competitive. Older generations are...
Posted Tuesday 24th Feb 2015
They say that everything which was once old is now new again and that has never been more the case than with the world of design. Retail is all about chasing the newest trends: the constant need to be cutting-edge, to be one step ahead of your competitors and surprise your...
Posted Monday 26th Jan 2015
At Keenpac, we know just how to showcase your products with the perfect packaging. We are specialists in gift presentation and retail product packaging, providing a wide range of gift boxes, bags, and carriers. We offer exquisite gift bags in fabric, kraft, polythene, and...
Posted Tuesday 06th Jan 2015
The Internet has changed the way that UK companies do business. Do you remember when analysts were warning that all brick-and-mortar stores were going to be replaced by online stores? That didn't happen, but the necessity of having an online presence is undoubted. Newspaper...
Posted Friday 12th Dec 2014
Some research supports the fact that packaging may be more important than the actual product. The reasoning stems from the fact that the packaging is the first thing a customer sees. A survey that supports this conclusion was undertaken in France in 2005. The Salon Europack...
Posted Tuesday 02nd Dec 2014
We know the last thing independent retailers want when they're busy with customers is a long-winded sales pitch. So when you (eventually) get a break, have a cuppa and a bite on us. When you’re ready, turn the page and see how Keenpac can enhance your brand. If you ever...
Posted Monday 24th Nov 2014
“Brown Paper Packages Tied Up With String, These are a few of my favourite things” (Rodgers and Hammerstein. 1959) The art of making paper is part of this planet’s colourful history that spans across cultures. It is indicative of humanity’s persistence, perseverance,...
Posted Thursday 13th Nov 2014
Jewellery may be the main focal point with the purchase, but the packaging that it is presented in, creates the Brand experience. Packaging for jewellery is designed to make the entire buying experience more enjoyable for the buyer, and to enhance the overall experience
Posted Friday 07th Nov 2014
Keenpac offices will be open across most of Christmas to support you with your store orders. The Packaging Logistics timetable is available below (Packaging Manufacturers please check your schedules). Unless otherwise stated, all orders must by placed by 12.00am to achieve...
Posted Tuesday 28th Oct 2014
First impressions have a lasting impact. Presentation appeals to the senses. Presentation of retail products through premium packaging will appeal to the consumer’s senses, enhance the experience of opening the product and elevate confidence in the company and their
Posted Friday 10th Oct 2014
Keenpac had a second successful year exhibiting at Packaging Innovations London. The Luxury Packaging Exhibition was bigger then ever this year, bringing inspiration and creative ideas for packaging buyers across all industries. Keenpac's stand included Penhaligons show...
Posted Tuesday 02nd Sep 2014
Keenpac will be exhibiting once again at this year's premier Packaging Design Show, Packaging Innovations in London, held on 30 September - 1 October 2014 at the Business Design Centre, Islington. It's our opportunity to let you see some of the packaging design ideas we...
Posted Thursday 14th Aug 2014
We are delighted to announce that the packaging we developed for Penhaligon’s Tralala has been shortlisted in the Perfume Pack category for the 2014 Luxury Packaging Awards, to be held on 29th September. Judging for the award was undertaken last month by a panel of...
Posted Thursday 10th Jul 2014
Staff at Keenpac, recently raised a total of £2500 for a number of nominated charities, by organising and taking part in a collection of team initiatives. Following a series of internal change management workshops held last year, Keenpac’s management teams developed...
Posted Tuesday 08th Jul 2014
The Fall 2014 Earthkeepers® Collection puts forth footwear and clothing that will last for years, and represents the brand’s commitment to developing products and materials that have a reduced environmental impact. Something we, at Keenpac have become familiar with over the...
Posted Sunday 29th Jun 2014
The past two years have not been too good for the manufacturing industry. Manufacturing output has been dragging. In the first quarter of 2013, there was a boost of 0.3 percent in the economy. The output pace began increasing in May because of the growing demand for domestic...
Posted Thursday 26th Jun 2014
With the UK Government launching a consultation before Christmas, on a brand new bag tax for England, we've been watching with keen interest for details on the planned legislation when it finally comes into effect. So far, the news on the bag tax in England is...that...
Posted Friday 20th Jun 2014
Given that the retail environment has become increasingly interconnected, it has never been more important for retailers to maintain high levels of consistency in their retail packaging across all sales channels. Although traditionally, internet and retail were entirely...
Posted Saturday 07th Jun 2014
This year, Keenpac has enjoyed the privilege of supplying the packaging for two of the major Grand Slam tennis events - Wimbledon - and now The French Open, which is being held at the Roland Garros, in Paris, in June 2014. This trio of beautiful gift bags, emblazoned with...
Posted Thursday 05th Jun 2014
If you are not paying attention to your business packaging, you may be missing a valuable opportunity to carry your brand outside your doors. A well-crafted retail packaging solution not only creates customer satisfaction with existing customers, but it also can be used to...
Posted Wednesday 28th May 2014
Always a company that likes to think outside the box, Penhaligon's recently joined forces with design duo Meadham Kirchov to create their very latest perfume - entitled Tralala. The fragrance was first unveiled at London Fashion Week back in February, but received its full...
Posted Friday 23rd May 2014
London-born Accessorize is the destination for eclectic and on-trend accessories. This year they're celebrating their 30th birthday with a coveted collection of gorgeous, globally inspired pieces to add instant chic to your new season look. Expect nothing less than wow-worthy...
Posted Monday 19th May 2014
Coffee beans, almonds and olives – not a shopping list for your local deli but some of the latest “ingredients” in Crush, Favini’s latest paper range. The Italian manufacturer is one of the increasing numbers of companies exploring wood-free sources to create more...
Posted Tuesday 29th Apr 2014
Packaging is always important to a brand. It doesn't matter if it is a digital product, your online retail packaging and imaging is crucial to making that first impression. Shopping online is an ever increasing trend. In the past, advertisers relied on shelf space to show...
Posted Friday 14th Mar 2014
Mani Remba : Keenpac Quality Technician Why do you think the quality department plays such an important role? We're often the first people to see the product when it arrives in the UK, and the last before it gets dispatched to the retailer, so it's our responsibility to...
Posted Thursday 27th Feb 2014
Keenpac started working with L'Artisan Parfumeur in 2012, when we were asked to start work on their Christmas gift boxes. The task – to create six brightly coloured gift boxes to complement their Christmas gift range. The challenge – an unusual box that pushes the...
Posted Wednesday 19th Feb 2014
An interview with Keenpac Packaging Logistics Manager, Darryl Oldham; the man who always delivers. What do you do for Keenpac? I manage the department that looks after the flow of packaging to stores and warehouses worldwide. We are responsible for the movement of...
Posted Monday 17th Feb 2014
Beauty and cosmetics company Ren were proud winners of the Keenpac Christmas Tree competition.
Posted Thursday 13th Feb 2014
We've seen a great deal of press around the use of polythene bags lately, especially following the introduction of the single use carrier bag tax in Wales, and the planned introduction of a similar tax in the UK in 2015. In spite of the bad press however, polythene...
Posted Friday 07th Feb 2014
Keenpac started working with White Stuff in back in December, just ahead of the busiest time of year! The full packaging range included these four kraft paper carriers, as well swing tags, tissue and stickers. Just for Christmas we also created a natural ribbed kraft gift box,...
Posted Thursday 30th Jan 2014
Luxury consumers in Asia and the emerging markets continue to fuel expansion for the world's most recognised, gilt-edged status brands. China's white-hot economy seems to excel in the minting of newly affluent individuals whilst Japan's brand-conscious luxury seekers continue a...
Posted Thursday 23rd Jan 2014
Keenpac has an impressive collection of product samples dating back over the last 30 years. In this, his 10th year gracing the famed sample aisle at Keenpac, we took time out to chat with the person who has the task of looking after them… What do you do at Keenpac? I...
Posted Friday 17th Jan 2014
In 2008, New York’s Museum of Modern Art invited the Brazilian contemporary artist Vik Muniz to curate a show of his personal favourites from the collection. One of his more unusual choices – which was startlingly juxtaposed with a Giacometti sculpture – was a pleated...
Posted Thursday 09th Jan 2014
There is a growing trend within the United Kingdom and the world when it comes to retail packaging for children's toys. Most companies have catered exclusively to each gender in the past when packaging their toys and other playful items. Toys that are specifically made for girls...
Posted Monday 23rd Dec 2013
The recession has had a negative impact on a wide variety businesses globally. However, one of the industries it has affected least it seems, is the luxury industry. In fact, the luxury market is expected to see growth within the next couple of years. So, how has this...
Posted Friday 20th Dec 2013
British Fashion Brand: Paul Smith The now world famous luxury brand started from humble beginnings in Nottingham, where Paul Smith opened his first tiny boutique in 1970. By 1976, working alongside wife Pauline Denyer, an RCA fashion graduate, Paul had launched his very...
Posted Wednesday 11th Dec 2013
I would like to remind everyone that Keenpac offices will be open across most of Christmas to support you with your store orders. The full timetable is available below. Unless otherwise stated, all orders must by placed by 12.00am to achieve the stated delivery times Week...
Posted Friday 06th Dec 2013
Keenpac North America has been working with Sephora since 2004, when they were originally asked to produce the shopping bags for this growing cosmetics brand. Now in 2012, we are proud to showcase a full range of packaging products. Take a look at this great video of
Posted Friday 29th Nov 2013
Sir Isaac Newton, a maths and physics genius, widely regarded as one of history's leading scientists, proclaimed in one of his Laws of Motion that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. In the world of physics, this is an observable and predictable phenomenon....
Posted Friday 15th Nov 2013
The Savoy, located on the river Thames between Mayfair and the city of London, reopened in 2010 after a £100 million restoration. Its conception, design and craft continues to dazzle the present with its inspirations of the past and visions of the future. The Savoy Tea...
Posted Monday 11th Nov 2013
Premium packaging is the new guarantee! First impressions do matter. What a customer sees at first glance…should entice the consumer enough to make the purchase. Distinguishable packaging and an innovative shelf presentation make or break product sales, no matter how good they...
Posted Wednesday 06th Nov 2013
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg announced at the Liberal Democrat annual party conference in Brighton on September 14th that the government will implement a mandatory five pence charge for the use of plastic bags in autumn of 2015. Speaking to the gathered delegates, the...
Posted Wednesday 30th Oct 2013
Ask any Retailer about their Carrier Bags, and they'll tell you what a great communication vehicle they are. But FURLA, one of Italy's premier accessories brands took things to a new creative level, when they transformed their shopping carrier bags into mobile art. Retail...
Posted Tuesday 22nd Oct 2013
As one of the most luxurious forms of retail packaging, jewellery boxes can be a dark art to all but a few. We spoke to Keenpac's resident jewellery box expert, Dean Callier on just what makes a quality jewellery box. The Retail Jewellery Box WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE BOX AND...
Posted Monday 21st Oct 2013
Keenpac will be exhibiting once again, at the prestigious LuxePack, luxury packaging show. It will be held in Monaco on the 23rd, 24th to 25th October 2013. It is the show for the luxury packaging market, and as always, we'll be showcasing some of the finest
Posted Thursday 10th Oct 2013
Keenpac has a specialist luxury retail packaging division set up to cater to the needs specifically of the Independent Retailer. This is the retailer who is not currently part of a large branch network – or high street retailer. They are, as the name suggests – Independently...
Posted Tuesday 08th Oct 2013
Although packaging is just one of many elements to consider during a rebrand, it needs a serious approach to planning to make sure it’s ready in store when you need it. The ReBranding Process So where do you begin? Strangely enough – right at the end. In most cases the...
Posted Monday 23rd Sep 2013
We're delighted to announce that Keenpac will be exhibiting at this year's Packaging Innovations London, held on 1 & 2 October 2013 at the Business Design Centre. It is the first year we have attended this show, so we are really looking forward to the opportunity to...
Posted Monday 23rd Sep 2013
Over the last three decades, Keenpac has developed a strong reputation within the luxury retail packaging market. Yet what makes luxury packaging so different, and how has Keenpac carved itself a niche in this very special packaging arena? Luxury Packaging, Luxury
Posted Saturday 14th Sep 2013
A five pence mandatory charge for single use carrier bags will be introduced from Autumn 2015, the Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, announced in September. Following the lead of the Welsh Assembly, when they introduced a similar scheme in 2011, proposals are that money raised...
Posted Tuesday 10th Sep 2013
In the last decade, we’ve seen increasing legislation worldwide, against the use of polythene bags based on their perceived impact on the environment. With levies now in place in both Wales and Northern Ireland, and another about to be introduced in Scotland next October,...
Posted Sunday 08th Sep 2013
The environment has never been higher on the worldwide political agenda. With a global customer base like ours, it’s vital that we stay up to date with constantly changing retail packaging legislation. Here’s a quick snapshot of some of the bag legislation that’s been...
Posted Friday 06th Sep 2013
As a packaging company, paper is central to just about everything we do...and when you’re leafing through the mountains of swatch books, catalogues and samples of speciality papers available it soon becomes clear the choice of colours, styles and finishes is quite simply...
Posted Wednesday 04th Sep 2013
Our A-Z Packaging Guide... Packaging Guide Artboard Artboard is a solid board made from 100% primary fibre with the same finish on both sides and is predominantly used in the printing industry for flat folding cartons, hangtags, sleeves, book covers, and business
Posted Tuesday 27th Aug 2013
Anticipation is the name of the game. When consumers buy luxury goods, they can often pay significant sums of money for them. So how best can luxury retailers give their consumers added value and ensure that every luxury purchase is giving as much as possible? It’s all in...
Posted Saturday 17th Aug 2013
We’re the retail point-of-sale packaging specialists. For over 30 years, our innovative and cutting-edge packaging solutions have been enhancing some of the world’s biggest and best known brands. Our retail packaging expertise covers all sectors, including fashion,...
Posted Wednesday 14th Aug 2013
In an age of economic and environmental pressure, an ever-increasing conundrum for retail packaging buyers is that of how to maintain green ideals in a cost-driven market. When it comes to making a straight choice between materials that are better for the environment versus...
Posted Monday 12th Aug 2013
Congratulations to team Keenpac, valiant winners of the Bunzl Cup held last Saturday, 10th August, at Star City Birmingham. It’s an annual 5-a-side tournament, in which teams from Bunzl companies across the UK & Ireland battle it out to win the coveted trophy. This...
Posted Tuesday 06th Aug 2013
Colour is an important part of our everyday lives. Our heart sinks when we see a brown envelope on the doormat; children get over-excited when they see the golden arches of McDonald’s and no matter how fast an F1 car goes around the track, we can always spot the Ferrari! So...
Posted Sunday 04th Aug 2013
FSC Chain of Custody FSC is an abbreviation for the Forest Stewardship Council. FSC is dedicated to promoting economically viable, socially beneficial and environmentally appropriate management of forests around the world. They are a non-governmental, international
Posted Tuesday 23rd Jul 2013
When it comes to packaging, every element of the experience needs to work together – from tissue to pillow packs, retail carrier bags to receipt wallets. Keenpac supplies and delivers a wide range of luxury point if sale packaging accessories, all our accessories are created...
Posted Friday 28th Jun 2013
It's game, set and match for the team at Keenpac, as they celebrate the successful final delivery of the Wimbledon bags early this morning. This is the third year running that Keenpac has been responsible for producing the carrier bags for this prestigious Grand Slam...
Posted Monday 10th Jun 2013
Two of Keenpac's staff, Darryl Oldham, and Viv Lake, were proud finishers at the Blenheim Triathlon held this Saturday, 8 June 2013. The event, which entails a 750 metre swim, followed by a 20km cycle race and a 5km run, took place in the beautiful setting of Blenheim Palace...
Posted Wednesday 03rd Apr 2013
From 8 April, shoppers in Northern Ireland will be charged at least 5p for their single use carrier bags. The move was approved by the Northern Ireland Assembly back in January in an attempt to reduce the number of single use carrier bags being use by shoppers. As well as...
Posted Tuesday 12th Mar 2013
Keenpac decided to 'do something funny for money' for Comic Relief, by creating its own version of the now viral Harlem Shake, which has taken You Tube by storm. In true Keenpac style, especially where dressing up is involved, the team really threw themselves into the...
Posted Monday 21st Jan 2013
From 8 April 2013, everyone will be a charged at least 5p for new single use carrier bags whenever they shop in Northern Ireland. The main aim is to help protect the environment by cutting the number of carrier bags we use. It's not just plastic bags Single use carrier...
Posted Friday 18th Jan 2013
Plan your retail packaging with this handy planner Like most products that come from outside of the UK, volume packaging needs lots of advance planning, particularly around holiday periods like Christmas, Chinese New Year and European shut-downs when production schedules can...
Posted Friday 18th Jan 2013
Plan your packaging with this quick guide Volume packaging needs lots of advance planning, particularly around holiday periods like Christmas, Chinese New Year and European shut-downs when production schedules can become very busy. When planning your packaging, especially...
Posted Friday 18th Jan 2013
Visit facebook and see the latest news inside and out. www.facebook.com/keenpac. More Keenpac News Keenpac Creates the Italian Job Italian Website Goes Live! Brand New Keenpac Keenpac Reveal Results of Brand Refresh David Kerr : The man who holds the key to Keenpac's...
Posted Wednesday 19th Dec 2012
The office will be closed for Christmas from 2pm Christmas Eve, until Thursday 27th December and again on New Year's day. In the meantime, we would like to say a big thank you to all our customers, Keenpac, the packaging suppliers of choice. More Packaging
Posted Thursday 11th Oct 2012
Keenpac Italia has just launched its very own website, just in time for Luxepack, Monaco later this month. Having the separate website means customers from Italy can now read about Keenpac and its packaging in their own language, as well as see products that are...
Posted Sunday 07th Oct 2012
The UK’s retail sector has never before been so turbulent. Faced by restricted consumer spending, within the home retail marketplace and significant growth in burgeoning global economies, not surprisingly, UK retailers are now rapidly expanding their horizons and looking...
Posted Monday 01st Oct 2012
Congratulations to team Europe in this year’s Ryder Cup triumph against the USA, witnessed on the course by Keenpac’s Sales and Marketing Director, Craig Nightingale (We think that's Craig in the shades and flat cap). The European side clinched their biggest ever...
Posted Thursday 27th Sep 2012
Keenpac will be exhibiting once again, at the prestigious Luxepack Exhibition, to be held in Monaco on 24th, 25th and 26th October 2012. The show is the most prestigious packaging show to be held in Europe, bringing together some of the best suppliers to the industry ...
Posted Tuesday 04th Sep 2012
The UK’s Olympic summer has reinforced just how popular sport is in this country. Unprecedented spectator attendance has sold out every available session across the whole spectrum of sport. UK success at both the Olympic and Paralympic games have united the nation as never...
Posted Monday 02nd Jul 2012
In support of the Charity Retail Association’s Choose Charity Shops Campaign, which launched on 14th May, Keenpac ran its own mini campaign, encouraging staff to bring in their clothing, books, videos or dvds, so that we could donate them to a good cause. Using the...
Posted Monday 02nd Jul 2012
Preparations for the Olympic Games are now well underway and Keenpac’s Retail Packaging Logistics Team is now officially our busiest department as they get ready for the influx. We catch up with Darryl Oldham, Keenpac's Logistics Manager and ask him what he thinks will be the...
Posted Friday 01st Jun 2012
Keenpac’s Jubilee Celebrations got well and truly under way this month, with a BBQ and Garden Party, held in the ‘Keenpac Gardens’. With the sun blazing down, families and friends were able to enjoy the fun as well as soaking up the sun, at the start of this
Posted Friday 18th May 2012
Marking the arrival of the Olympic torch, we've just launched a brand new page on our website, to help in preparing our retail customers for the Games. The Olympic flame is due to arrive in the UK on Friday evening, ready for the start of the London 2012 torch relay,...
Posted Wednesday 11th Apr 2012
Keenpac has been been working closely with Links of London lately, creators of the Official Jewellery Collection of London 2012 to come up with a suite of bespoke Point of Sale units to showcase the 2012 Spirit band. The end result - an innovative display of pre-form tubes,...
Posted Monday 06th Feb 2012
Keenpac is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new five-piece packaging range for Royal Corsetiere Rigby & Peller! The new look, which was developed as part of the company’s desire to appeal to a wider audience, will launch shortly – just in time for...
Posted Thursday 01st Dec 2011
Luxury packaging designer and global distributor Keenpac, is the proud winner of Disney’s prestigious environmental award; “Most Sustainable Vendor, Europe 2011”. The award was presented at this year’s Annual Vendor Partner Meeting held Thursday 17th November at Epcot...
Posted Sunday 20th Nov 2011
With this year’s ‘Children in Need’ being one of the biggest to date, Keenpac joined in the fund-raising event which took place last Friday. Staff from various departments swapped their usual office attire for pyjamas, and even a couple of ‘tigers’ were on site for...
Posted Wednesday 09th Nov 2011
The 11th month now sees men all over the world donning their very best moustaches, all to raise funds for men's health and in particular prostate cancer. This year sees luxury packaging suppliers Keenpac join the fun. It's early days, but already some interesting...
Posted Tuesday 01st Nov 2011
One or two interesting FAQs relating to the pros and cons of recycled vs virgin paper. What is Virgin Paper? It’s the name for paper that comes directly from sustainable sources like trees or plants without having been through a recycling process. What gives paper...
Posted Saturday 15th Oct 2011
Anticipation is the name of the game When consumers buy luxury goods, they can often pay significant sums of money for them, so how best can luxury retailers give their consumers added value and ensure that every luxury purchase is giving as much as possible? It's all in the...
Posted Sunday 02nd Oct 2011
Colour is an important part of our everyday lives Our heart sinks when we see a brown envelope on the doormat; children get overexcited when they see the golden arches of McDonald’s and no matter how fast an F1 car goes around the track, we can always spot the Ferrari! So, we...
Posted Saturday 01st Oct 2011
Staff at Keenpac raised over £200 when they took part in The World's Biggest Coffee Morning on 30th September, one of thousands taking part across the UK to help raise money for the Cancer charity. The event, which involved consuming copious amounts of coffee and cake (all...
Posted Tuesday 20th Sep 2011
Hello! Welcome to the inaugural Keenpac blog! I have found it a little difficult to decide what our blog should be about! Should it be fun and light-hearted or more serious and factual? Well, on balance, I think it should be all those and more. Mostly though since...
Posted Wednesday 31st Aug 2011
Working closely with Keenpac’s Creative Team in the UK, Keenpac Italy has developed a stunning range of products for leading Azerbaijan fashion retailer Sinteks. As suppliers to Sinteks over the last four years, Keenpac Italia was approached to develop something special for...
Posted Monday 01st Aug 2011
This July saw the eagerly awaited release from Disney Pixar Studios, Cars 2. As suppliers to the Disney Store, Keenpac have developed a stunning RPET shopper made from 80% recycled plastic bottles, featuring characters from the ‘must-see’ movie of the summer. The bags...
Posted Tuesday 21st Jun 2011
On this, the 125 anniversary of the world famous Wimbledon Tennis Championships, Keenpac has served up a stunning range of branded carrier bags. Two sizes of rope handled duffle bags, a medium-sized drawstring bag plus a small punched-out handle carrier to complete the set,...
Posted Tuesday 12th Apr 2011
Packaging Supplier Keenpac North America has just made history, winning not one, but two awards at this year’s RPA (Retail Packaging Association) show, held in Las Vegas, during March. Keenpac was presented with two awards; ‘Best Single Packaging Product’ for their...
Posted Tuesday 05th Apr 2011
Denys Taylor(group purchasing director) – Denys has recently joined Keenpac and he brings with him a wealth of purchasing experience from his previous role at Molton Brown who are one of Keenpac’s major customers. Denys will be working closely with suppliers on a range of...
Posted Monday 21st Mar 2011
Keenpac is to strengthen its senior management team with the appointment of Denys Taylor, former Purchasing Controller for luxury beauty retailer, Molton Brown. Denys joins Keenpac as Purchasing Director, responsible for UK Purchasing and Quality Control, as well as the...
Posted Tuesday 15th Mar 2011
Bunzl has been officially awarded the Carbon Trust Standard which shows we have taken action on climate change by reducing our carbon emissions over the past three years. Assessment against the Standard is undertaken by independent third-party assessors who ensure
Posted Thursday 10th Mar 2011
Keenpac has teamed up with Bunzl Catering, to design and develop a brand new concept for a new children’s carrier-style lunchbox for the National Trust. The carrier will replace the current cardboard lunch boxes currently used in their restaurants and cafes. Bunzl...
Posted Tuesday 08th Feb 2011
We are delighted to announce that Keenpac has been awarded ISO 14001 certification. The 14001 standard helps organisations minimise the impact of their processes on the environment, as well as ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. For Keenpac the award is...
Posted Tuesday 04th Jan 2011
The Welsh Assembly has now confirmed the introduction of legislation to introduce a charge on single use carrier bags. The law, which will introduce a 5p charge per carrier bag, will come into effect from 1st October 2011. The idea, which was the brainchild of Welsh...
Posted Friday 17th Dec 2010
The office will be closed for Christmas on Monday 27th December and Tuesday 28th December, and for New Year on Monday 3rd January. Packaging Deliveries on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve are by Special Request Only. A full packaging delivery schedule is viewable by
Posted Monday 13th Dec 2010
Footwear and outdoor clothing specialist Timberland are running a ‘free bag’ give-away campaign over this festive holiday season. This recyclable packaging, rPET shopping bags, are produced from recycled plastic bottles and feature images from Timberland’s Christmas...
Posted Thursday 18th Nov 2010
Packaging supplier Keenpac has been nominated by Disney for the “2010 Most Sustainable Vendor, Global” award at this year’s Annual Vendor Partner Meeting held Thursday 11th November, in New York City. Out of all of Disney’s global suppliers Keenpac was nominated as...
Posted Wednesday 17th Nov 2010
House of Fraser store Manchester celebrate their 175th year of trading this November. And to mark this special occasion, keenpac have produced a range of paper and polythene carriers for Kendals. The design features some iconic land marks in Manchester, that include,
Posted Tuesday 02nd Nov 2010
The proposed charge for single use carrier bags has been reduced from 7p to 5p when the levy is introduced in October 2011. The Welsh Assembly had originally planned to introduce the charge in Spring 2011, at the higher rate of 7p, however following a second consultation in...
Posted Tuesday 12th Oct 2010
Keenpac has been selected by Bicester Village to produce bespoke retail packaging in celebration of its 15 Year Anniversary. The bag, which has been designed specially for Bicester Village by Paul Smith, Alice Temperley and Cath Kidston, will go on sale later this month. 85%...
Posted Tuesday 12th Oct 2010
A new Welsh carrier bag tax is set to launch in Spring next year. It is the brainchild of Welsh Environment minister Jane Davidson, and means that from next Spring, all single use carrier bags in Wales may be subject to a 7p levy charged at point of purchase. The idea was...
Posted Tuesday 12th Oct 2010
Keenpac are pleased to announce the launch of a custom packaging box to the Keenpac stable, the tamper-evident mailing box. This brand new packaging innovation, which on the face of it is a simple corrugated mailing box, includes a unique security function, that makes it...
Posted Sunday 10th Oct 2010
When the Savoy reopened its doors on 10th October after a £220m refit, its brand new tea shop was sporting a beautiful new range of luxury packaging produced by Keenpac. The Savoy is one of London’s most prestigious hotels. Opened by Richard D’Oyly Caret in 1889, it has...
Posted Monday 04th Oct 2010
Keenpac has joined forces with department store House of Fraser to launch branded packaging for the Biba clothing range. Biba was one of the iconic brands of the 60s and the watchword for cutting edge design and style, so when House of Fraser asked us to help develop the...
Posted Friday 10th Sep 2010
Luxury packaging suppliers Keenpac will be exhibiting once again, at the prestigious Luxepack Exhibition, to be held in Monaco from 20th to 22nd October 2010. The exhibition will showcase some of the finest luxury packaging from suppliers across Europe - featuring luxury...
Posted Thursday 09th Sep 2010
Keenpac are pleased to announce brand new concept in packaging, designed especially for supermarkets. "The Ultimate Reusable Shopping Bag System" is a four in one tote bag designed to organise groceries within the cart whilst shopping. Developed through Keenpac New...
Posted Tuesday 01st Dec 2009
Football mega star David Beckham looked happy with his latest purchase, packed in this year's collection of Christmas carriers for British fashion designer Paul Smith exclusively by Keenpac. The celebrity footballer was snapped at the Paul Smith store in Los
It's Christmas Jumper Day! And in celebration of all things woolly, we've been wearing our festive knits at Keenpac today and raising money for Save the Children. #christmasjumperday #keenpac #festivejumpers
Christmas is now in full flow! 🎄 Fab silver printed bag for Muji with help from our team! #festive #christmas #keenpac #madebyus #paperbags #luxurypackaging
