What Davpack does

Davpack is a UK-based e-commerce retailer of packaging materials operating as a trading name of Davenport Paper Company Limited, a private limited company ultimately owned by Stuttgart-headquartered conglomerate TAKKT AG. The company sells over 5,000 in-stock packaging products through its own website at davpack.co.uk, with cardboard boxes in single, double, and triple wall configurations forming the core range, complemented by postal packaging, protective packaging (bubble wrap, honeycomb paper, foam), polythene products, adhesive tapes, strapping, and retail packaging. It also offers custom cardboard box manufacturing to BSI ISO9001 standards, bespoke packaging design consultation, and a call-off delivery service for account customers. There is no proprietary technology platform; the business runs on a standard e-commerce storefront with no public API, no app, and no documented AI/ML capabilities.

The go-to-market is a hybrid of product-led self-serve e-commerce and inside sales. Customers browse and purchase directly through the website, while a sales team is reachable by phone, email, and online chat for consultation, custom quotes, and account management. Pricing is unit-based with tiered volume discounts of up to 35-40% on bulk orders, and free delivery is offered on UK mainland orders over £150 (a threshold recently raised from £100). The customer base spans e-commerce businesses, large-scale operations requiring pallet quantities, retail businesses seeking presentation-grade packaging, and moving and relocation companies, with no named enterprise customers disclosed.

Davpack positions itself on three differentiators: Britain's largest in-stock range of packaging materials with same working day dispatch and overnight delivery; manufacturer-direct relationships with Jiffy, Scotch, and Colompac that support competitive bulk pricing; and a sustainability narrative anchored by an eco-packaging line, FSC-certified paper products, and a Treeapp partnership that plants a tree for every order. Operationally the company maintains 11-50 employees, holds 60+ product ranges and 500+ box sizes, and is part of TAKKT AG's broader UK distribution group that includes sister brands BiGDUG and Equip4work.

Name

Davpack

Legal name

Davenport Paper Company Limited

Website

https://davpack.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Davpack is a UK-based e-commerce retailer selling over 5,000 in-stock packaging materials, primarily cardboard boxes, postal, and protective packaging, to SMBs, e-commerce businesses, and consumers. It is a trading subsidiary of Davenport Paper Company Limited, owned by German conglomerate TAKKT AG.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Packaging Materials Distribution and Manufacturing

NAICS

Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (322211), Paperboard Container Manufacturing (32221), Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing (322220)

SIC

Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650), Plastics, Foil & Coated Paper Bags (2673)

akta.pro primary industry

Corrugated Packaging & Boxes (RSC, die-cut, bulk bins) (IMAMAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Paper Bags & Sacks (retail, industrial, multiwall) (IMAMAHAC), Hazardous Materials & UN-Certified Bulk Packaging (IMALAGAH)

Keywords

• Packaging materials supply
• Cardboard boxes distribution
• Protective packaging products
• Postal packaging supplies
• Custom packaging manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Denby

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Davpack generates revenue through direct sales of packaging materials including cardboard boxes, postal packaging, protective packaging, polythene packaging, adhesive tapes, strapping tools, and custom packaging solutions. Sales occur through e-commerce transactions with volume-based tiered pricing and bulk discount structures.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Davpack is a UK-based e-commerce retailer and manufacturer of packaging materials, offering over 5,000 in-stock products including cardboard boxes (single, double, and triple wall), postal packaging, protective packaging, mailing bags, polythene products, adhesive tapes, and strapping tools. The company also manufactures custom cardboard boxes to BSI ISO9001 standards and offers bespoke packaging design consultation. Orders are dispatched the same working day with overnight delivery available across the UK.

Product overview

Davpack is a UK-based packaging materials e-commerce retailer offering a comprehensive portfolio of over 5,000 in-stock packaging products. The core offering centers on cardboard boxes in multiple configurations (single wall up to 10kg, double wall up to 30kg, triple wall up to 50kg), available in brown, white, and custom printed variants, alongside specialized formats such as adjustable, postal, storage, and moving boxes. The product portfolio extends across protective packaging (bubble wrap, foam, honeycomb paper, loose fill), postal solutions (mailing bags, tubes, envelopes), polythene products, adhesive tapes, strapping materials, and retail packaging. Services include custom box manufacturing to BSI ISO9001 standards, bespoke packaging design consultation, and call-off delivery arrangements. The company operates exclusively as a business-to-consumer and business-to-business e-commerce platform with no API offering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• econoRANGE: Economy packaging product line offering value-priced packaging essentials including EconoBoxes, EconoPost, EconoTape, econoMAIL bags, and related budget packaging materials.
• BiGDUG Family

Products and services

• Single Wall Cardboard Boxes Lightweight corrugated cardboard boxes with single-layer construction for general packing, storage, and shipping, with a load capacity of up to 10kg. Available in brown and white variants for businesses and individuals needing reliable, cost-effective packaging.
• Double Wall Cardboard Boxes Heavy-duty corrugated cardboard boxes with twin-fluted construction (B and C flutes) for superior rigidity, stacking strength, and crush resistance, with a load capacity of up to 30kg. Available in brown and white exterior variants for heavier shipping and storage applications.
• Triple Wall Corrugated Cardboard Boxes Extra-thick triple-layer corrugated cardboard boxes designed for shipping very heavy or bulky items, with a load capacity of up to 50kg. Targeted at industrial and heavy-goods shipping operations.
• Custom Printed Boxes Custom-branded cardboard boxes printed with company logos, messaging, or designs for marketing and brand visibility, targeted at businesses seeking branded packaging for customer-facing shipments.
• Postal Boxes Cardboard boxes designed to meet Royal Mail postal sizing guidelines for cost-effective shipping, including the PIP (Posted In Price) range. Targeted at e-commerce retailers and small businesses dispatching parcels via Royal Mail.
• Boxes for Moving House Cardboard boxes specifically designed for household moving, with enhanced durability and ergonomic features for packing household goods during relocation. Targeted at individual consumers and moving companies.
• UN Approved Packaging Hazardous materials packaging certified to UN standards for shipping regulated dangerous goods. Targeted at businesses in chemical, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors requiring compliant dangerous goods shipping.
• Custom Cardboard Boxes (Bespoke Manufacturing Service) Bespoke cardboard box manufacturing service to custom specifications including size, wall thickness, and branding, manufactured in-house to BSI ISO9001 standards. Targeted at businesses needing packaging tailored to unique product dimensions or branded requirements.
• Custom Packaging Design Service Expert consultation service for designing bespoke packaging solutions tailored to specific product dimensions, branding requirements, and protection needs. Targeted at businesses seeking packaging design guidance and custom solutions.
• Honeycomb Protective Packaging Paper Eco-friendly expandable honeycomb-cell paper rolls providing cushioning protection as a sustainable alternative to bubble wrap, made from 100% recycled fiber. Targeted at businesses seeking sustainable protective packaging for shipping fragile items.
• EconoBubble Bags Self-seal bubble bags made from 65-micron plastic with small bubbles for easy product insertion, providing shock protection for fragile items. Targeted at e-commerce businesses and shippers needing ready-to-use protective packaging.
• Ecommerce Paper Mailing Bags with Peel & Seal FSC-certified paper mailing bags with dual peel & seal strips for easy packing and returns, designed for e-commerce retailers shipping clothing, accessories, and lightweight goods. Available in bulk from £0.14/unit (250 units) to £0.39/unit (smaller quantities).
• econoMAIL Bags (Polythene Mailing Bags) Economy co-extruded polythene mailing bags with self-seal strip, waterproof construction, and tamper-evident sealing in various sizes. Targeted at e-commerce businesses and bulk shippers needing cost-effective waterproof mailers.
• Light Duty Postal Tubes Lightweight cardboard tubes (1.5mm board) with plastic end caps for mailing rolled documents such as posters, maps, and charts. Targeted at businesses and individuals mailing printed materials and artwork.
• Documents Enclosed Envelopes (Tenzalopes) Self-adhesive envelopes for attaching shipping documents, invoices, and delivery notes to parcel exteriors, available in standard sizes. Targeted at e-commerce and logistics businesses needing to include paperwork with shipments.
• Cardboard Box Pallet Deals Bulk pallet deals on cardboard boxes offering discounted pricing for high-volume packaging purchasers. Targeted at large-scale operations, distributors, and businesses with significant packaging needs.
• Pallet Boxes & Pallets Large-format cardboard boxes designed for pallet-based shipping and storage, suitable for bulk goods transportation. Targeted at logistics, warehousing, and distribution operations.
• Packaging Consultation (Free Expert Advice) Free expert consultation available in person, over the phone, or via web chat to help customers select appropriate packaging solutions. Targeted at businesses seeking guidance on carton dimensions, tape selection, and custom printed boxes.
• Call-Off Delivery Service Arranged regular delivery service allowing businesses to reduce on-site storage requirements by receiving packaging materials as needed. Targeted at account customers with ongoing, predictable packaging consumption.

Quantifiable outcome

• Same working day dispatch on thousands of packaging materials with overnight delivery
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TreeappcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDavpack partners with Treeapp to demonstrate environmental commitment by donating a tree for every order placed, regardless of order size. This partnership supports reforestation efforts globally and benefits local communities worldwide, aligning with Davpack's eco-friendly packaging initiatives.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BiGDUG: Direct UK sister brand within TAKKT AG, offering storage, handling, and industrial supplies to businesses via e-commerce. Highly comparable business model, target customer (UK SMB), and go-to-market; overlaps with Davpack in packaging adjacencies.
• Rajapack: UK arm of Europe's largest packaging distributor, offering 6,000+ packaging products with same-day dispatch across cardboard boxes, mailing bags, and protective packaging. Most direct head-to-head competitor to Davpack in UK B2B packaging e-commerce.
• Kite Packaging: UK packaging distributor supplying cardboard boxes, mailing bags, and protective packaging to businesses, with next-day delivery and an online catalog model closely mirroring Davpack's proposition.
• Packaging Supplies Ltd: UK-based online retailer of cardboard boxes, postal packaging, and bubble wrap serving SMB and consumer segments with tiered pricing and same-day dispatch. Directly comparable product range and customer base to Davpack.
• Macfarlane Packaging: UK packaging distributor and part of Macfarlane Group, supplying protective packaging, corrugated boxes, and mailing solutions to B2B customers with a national distribution network. Comparable in scale and product breadth to Davpack.
• The Packaging Club: UK online retailer focused on branded and custom printed packaging for e-commerce businesses. Comparable B2B e-commerce packaging model with overlap in mailers, boxes, and protective packaging.
• Smith Packaging: UK distributor of cardboard boxes, postal packaging, and warehouse supplies serving small businesses and e-commerce shippers. Direct overlap with Davpack's product catalog and SMB customer segment.

Broad incumbents

• DS Smith: Global FTSE-listed corrugated packaging manufacturer with significant UK operations. Comparable product category (corrugated boxes and protective packaging) but operates at much larger scale with integrated paper mills and broad enterprise customer base.
• Smurfit Kappa: Global paper-based packaging leader with UK operations supplying corrugated boxes, e-commerce packaging, and protective solutions to enterprise customers. Comparable products but vastly larger scale and vertically integrated manufacturing.
• Bunzl: FTSE 100 distribution group supplying a broad range of packaging, hygiene, and foodservice products to UK businesses. Operates a much wider portfolio including packaging as one of many categories, serving larger enterprise accounts.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DavpackUK
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/DavpackPackaging
• Facebooken-gb.facebook.com/Davpack
• LinkedInuk.linkedin.com/company/davpack
• Instagraminstagram.com/davpack.packaging
• Pinterestpinterest.com/davpack

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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