Plastic Free July Is Ending. Your Packaging Journey Doesn’t Have To.
As another Plastic Free July draws to a close, millions of people will have spent the month making simple changes to reduce their reliance on single-use plastic. For businesses, however, July shouldn’t mark the end of the conversation. It should be the beginning. Because while awareness campaigns come and go, the pressures driving sustainable packaging are […]
From Apprentice to Packaging Designer: Celebrating World Youth Skills Day
Every career starts somewhere. For Jason, it started at just 16 years old with a Modern Apprenticeship in Digital Application Support after leaving school with his National 5 qualifications. What began as an opportunity to explore an interest in design has grown into a rewarding career, helping customers develop packaging solutions used across a wide […]
Could Your Business Benefit from a Packaging Performance Review?
Most businesses regularly review their suppliers, production processes and operational costs, but packaging is often overlooked. Once a packaging solution is in place, it’s easy to assume it’s doing its job. However, packaging has a direct impact on everything from packing efficiency and labour requirements to transit protection, material use and customer satisfaction. A Packaging […]
Introducing Our New 5L Paint Tin Fitment
Not every 5L paint tin is the same. As paint manufacturers continue to develop new products, packaging formats naturally evolve too. Some 5L tins are heavier, deeper or carry weight differently than standard designs, meaning a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t always provide the best protection during transit. That’s why we’ve expanded our paint packaging range with […]
Plastic Free July: Why Better Packaging Matters More Than Ever
Every July, Plastic Free July encourages millions of people around the world to rethink their reliance on single-use plastics. From reusable coffee cups to refillable water bottles, the campaign demonstrates how small changes can collectively make a significant environmental impact. For businesses, however, one of the biggest opportunities to reduce plastic waste isn’t found in […]
Our products In Stock and Ready to Ship
When a product leaves your warehouse, your reputation travels with it. Customers expect orders to arrive quickly, safely and in perfect condition. Yet damaged goods remain one of the biggest hidden costs in the supply chain. From replacement products and additional shipping costs to customer complaints and lost repeat business, inadequate packaging can quickly become […]
How Many Paint Tins and Tubs Can Cullen’s Paint Packaging Fit?
When it comes to shipping paint, compatibility matters. Paint manufacturers, retailers and fulfilment operations often handle multiple brands, pack sizes and container formats. Finding a packaging solution that protects products consistently across a wide range of tins and tubs can be a challenge. So, we decided to put Cullen’s paint packaging to the test. Recently, […]
What Scotland’s Food & Drink Safari Told Us About the Future of Packaging
The Scotland Food & Drink Safari in Aberdeen offered far more than a behind-the-scenes look at some of the country’s most exciting food businesses. It provided a valuable snapshot of the pressures, priorities and opportunities shaping the sector today. A Supply Chain That Never Stops Our first stop was Peterhead Fish Market – the largest […]
World Environment Day 2026: Sustainability Through Everyday Action
Every year on 5 June, World Environment Day encourages businesses, communities and individuals around the world to reflect on the environmental challenges we face and the actions we can take to address them. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), this year’s theme is “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.” The campaign […]
Cullen’s £5m Investment Announcement Demonstrates Strong Multi-Tier Media Penetration
Cullen’s recent £5 million investment announcement has secured broad coverage across national, trade, regional and business media, reinforcing the company’s position as a leading player in sustainable packaging and manufacturing innovation. The campaign successfully communicated both the scale of the investment and the wider growth story, highlighting Cullen’s expansion plans, increased production capacity and commitment […]