UK packaging maker invests £1m in digital technology

Posted on 26 Oct 2017 by Jonny Williamson

Packaging manufacturer Cepac has completed increasing capacity and capability with work on £1m redevelopment at its Doncaster site.

Cepac invested in digital technology – image courtesy of Cepac

The UK’s leading independent corrugated packaging producer’s investment in digital technology has greatly increased the site’s footprint, providing expansion in its Point of Sale & Display division.

The expansion of the site also extends Cepac’s fulfilment capabilities.

Mark Hextall, general manager at Cepac Doncaster, said: “By investing significantly in increasing the size and capability of our business, we are offering our customer partners real choice and opportunities for expansion.

“We have always championed the use of cutting edge technology and we now have the space and solutions to help our customers work even more closely with our design team to maximise product potential.

“Our state-of-the-art investment in digital technologies offers customers greater agility in the supply chain, particularly in the fast-moving retail sector.

“The demand for flexibility is increasing all the time and our investment combines ultimate choice and speed to market, providing great opportunities to grow with our customers in Point of Sale & Display and Packaging markets.”

Cepac has sites across Yorkshire with facilities in Doncaster, Rawcliffe, Darlington and Rotherham.

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