Macfarlane Packaging

16/09/2026

BIG NEWS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES 📦

We've lowered our free standard delivery threshold to just £45.

That means you can now get FREE standard delivery when you spend £45 or more.
Whether you're stocking up on boxes, tape, void fill, mailing bags or your other packaging essentials, it's now easier to get what you need without waiting until you've got a huge order.

Stock up for less today at https://buff.ly/miZYrdY

16/09/2026

Your product survived the production process. It passed quality checks. It's ready to leave your workshop.

But is it ready for the journey ahead? 📦

From loading and unloading to vibration, impact and handling, a lot can happen between your business and your customer's door. And different products need different levels of protection.

A heavy component won't face the same challenges as a fragile electronic part. An awkward-shaped product won't necessarily be protected by simply putting it in a bigger box.

Swipe through for a few things to consider when protecting industrial products in transit 👉

14/09/2026

When orders start coming in, every extra step in your packing process can add up 📦

The good news? Speeding things up doesn't have to mean rushing.

Swipe through for 3 ways to pack smarter, not harder 👉

11/09/2026

Peak season has a habit of arriving faster than you think 👀

Before orders start ramping up, take a few minutes to check your packaging.
A little preparation now could save your business a lot of time, money and stress when things get busy.

Swipe through our 5-point peak packaging check 👆

27/08/2026

[NEWS] Macfarlane Group publishes its 2026 Interim Results

Learn more -
https://buff.ly/FKljOpd

INTERIM RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS TO 30 JUNE 2026   Full year outlook remains in line with market expectations   Profit recovery programme progressing   New £6m share buyback programme commencing in October 2026   Financial Highlights H1 2026 £000 H1 2025 £000 Increase/ (decrease) % Statutor...

14/08/2026

Have you heard the packaging myth that bigger boxes are always safer?

But the reality: Oversized boxes can actually increase movement, damage risk and shipping costs

Choosing the right-sized box protects your products and your budget!

13/08/2026

Still cutting tape with scissors?

Here's how a tape dispenser helps you:
✔ Pack faster
✔ Apply tape neatly
✔ Reduce waste

Once you've used one, you won't go back

07/08/2026

Packaging shouldn't eat into your profits

Watch for five common mistakes that can lead to:
📦 Damaged products
📦 Higher shipping costs
📦 Wasted materials
📦 Slower packing times

How many are you guilty of?

06/08/2026

In the UK, we’ve seen the introduction of the Plastic Packaging Tax and UK Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and from this August, the initial phase of the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulations (PPWR) will come into force.

In this updated article, we’ll be exploring PPWR, what it is, its key features and how it will impact businesses and their packaging.

Read here - https://buff.ly/LWvkp9D

In this article, we’ll be exploring PPWR, what it is, it’s key features and how it will impact businesses and their packaging...

11/06/2026

Packaging costs remain under pressure in 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions, energy market volatility and ongoing shifts in global supply chains.

In this blog, we look at the causes of packaging price increases in 2026. Read here ➡️ https://buff.ly/AVhd32I

In this blog Macfarlane Packaging will uncover what is causing packaging price increases in 2026. Learn more.