What Board24 does

Board24 is the UK's largest independent manufacturer of corrugated sheetboard and cases, operating as the sheet feeding arm of the privately held Logson Group. The company runs three manufacturing sites in the United Kingdom — Coalville in the Midlands, Preston in the North, and Eurocentral in Scotland (opened February 2024 to replace the older Larkhall facility) — combining six corrugators capable of producing more than 500 million square metres of board annually across flute types B, C, M, E, BC, MB and EB. A wholly owned subsidiary, Cases24, operates four in-line casemakers at Coalville on a 24-hour trade-only basis, producing high-volume glued cases in plain, printed and die-cut configurations and holding world records for single-shift output. Supporting offerings include Performance Initiated Packaging specification consulting, in-house lab testing for compression strength (SCT, ECT, BCT) and board analysis, FSC-certified sustainable products, and online Sheet Board and Cases Calculators.

The business serves more than 2,000 customers split between sheet plant converters requiring corrugated board for FEFCO-style boxes, point-of-sale displays and transit packaging, and trade-only case buyers purchasing high-volume glued cases for onward distribution. Customers operate across end-use verticals including e-commerce, retail, food and drink, horticulture and general manufacturing, with named recognition from Macfarlane Packaging (Supplier of the Year 2023 and 2024) and Gold Supplier status at the Sheet Plant Association. The go-to-market is direct sales-led, supported by Regional Sales Managers and Account Managers, complemented by event-driven engagement through UK Packaging Awards, CPI conferences and SPA events, and digital channels including LinkedIn, YouTube and a content/news presence on the company website.

Board24 generates revenue through hardware sales of corrugated sheetboard and bespoke cases, with pricing determined by specification, volume and customer relationship rather than public list pricing. The capital base is substantial: a £25 million Eurocentral investment installed the newest corrugator in the UK, prior commitments include a £9 million Preston corrugator plus multi-phase extensions totalling 94,000 square feet, and ongoing materials handling automation (Dücker, Stabiltrack, Mosca, Ascor data tracking). The Logson Group employs more than 1,000 people and reports turnover above £250 million, with BRCGS Packaging AA+ accreditation across Preston and Coalville and BRCGS AA achieved at Eurocentral on its first audit.

Name

Board24

Legal name

Board24

Website

https://board24.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Board24 is the UK's largest independent manufacturer of corrugated sheetboard and cases, operating six corrugators and four casemakers across three UK sites with 500+ million square metres of annual capacity for 2,000+ sheet plant and trade customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Corrugated Packaging Manufacturing

NAICS

Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (322211), Paperboard Container Manufacturing (32221), Paperboard Mills (322130)

SIC

Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Corrugated board manufacturing
• Corrugated cases production
• Industrial packaging supplies
• Sheet board converter
• Trade packaging cases

Headquarters

HQ city

Coalville

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Corrugated Sheet Board Manufacturing: Manufacturing and supply of corrugated sheet board to sheet plant customers. Board24 is described as 'where it all begins' - the board manufacturing arm of Logson Group from six corrugators at three sites. Produces various flute types and board grades for diverse packaging requirements.
2. Cases24 Volume Case Manufacturing: Trade-only, high volume manufacturer of standard cases. Operates state-of-the-art casemakers 24 hours a day. Serves trade customers across the UK with glued cases in various specifications. Has achieved world record production numbers.
3. Custom/Print Services: Enhanced print and die-cut capability through investment in latest generation casemakers. Three-color printing capability and sophisticated die-cutting for bespoke packaging solutions.
4. Testing and Technical Services: Lab testing facilities offering board analysis, performance testing, and specification guidance for customers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Board24 manufactures and supplies corrugated sheetboard in a wide range of flute types (B, C, M, E, BC, MB, EB) from six corrugators across three UK sites (Coalville, Preston, Eurocentral), with annual capacity exceeding 500 million square metres. Its subsidiary Cases24 is a trade-only, high-volume manufacturer of standard and bespoke corrugated cases operating 24/7 via four casemakers, offering printed, plain, and specialised case configurations. Supporting services include board specification advice, in-house lab testing, and the Performance Initiated Packaging (PIP) cost/performance optimisation program.

Product overview

Board24 is the UK's largest independent manufacturer of corrugated board and cases, operating as part of the Logson Group. The company operates a dual-product portfolio: (1) Board24 produces high-quality corrugated sheetboard in various flute types (B, C, M, E, BC, MB, EB) at three UK manufacturing sites (Coalville, Preston, Eurocentral), with annual production capability exceeding 500 million square metres; (2) Cases24 is the trade-only, high-volume bespoke corrugated cases division offering printed, plain or specialised cases backed by four casemakers operating 24 hours a day. Supporting services include Performance Initiated Packaging (PIP) for optimizing board grade selection, online calculators for sheet board and case sizing, and in-house lab testing facilities for quality assurance. The company is also certified under FSC and BRCGS standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cases24: Trade-only, high volume manufacturer of standard cases operating out of Board24's Coalville site. Features state-of-the-art casemakers operating 24 hours a day.

Products and services

• Board24 Corrugated Sheetboard

Quantifiable outcome

• Eurocentral capable of producing 100+ million metres squared per annum
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Logson GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company. The Logson Group is the largest independently owned corrugated group in the UK, employing over 1000 people and generating £250m+ turnover. Board24 is the sheet feeding arm of the group operating six corrugators at three sites.
• WaldocoreTechnology or IntegrationPrint plate supplier partnership spanning four years. Waldo supplies print plates to Cases24, helping improve print quality and customer perception. Partnership has enabled Cases24 to grow and make significant improvements to benefit customers.
• Mosca Direct Limited (UK)coreTechnology or IntegrationStrapping technology specialist. Cases24 purchased Mosca UATRI-2XT bundle strappers for coalville site. Long-term supply relationship with 24/7 support, consumables stored in UK for next day delivery.
• MRS Training & RescueminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHealth and safety training provider with seven training facilities across the UK. Board24 uses MRS for fire warden training, confined space training (medium and low risk) for employees.
• DückercoreTechnology or IntegrationMaterials handling equipment supplier. Supplied Dücker double pallet inserter, Ascor data tracking system, and conveyor systems including 4.8m wide Stabiltrack conveyor for Cases24 investment programme.
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)coreOthersInternational non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting responsible management of the world's forests. Board24 holds FSC certification and participates in FSC Friday celebrations.
• BRCGScoreOthersGlobally recognized accreditation body for food safety and packaging standards. Board24 sites have achieved BRCGS Packaging AA+ accreditation. Used in over 130 countries worldwide.
• CPI (Confederation of Paper Industries)minorOthersIndustry association representing paper-based industries. Board24 engages with CPI for industry events, PaperWorks competition sponsorship, and industry representation.
• WRAPminorOthersEnvironmental organization focused on waste reduction and resource efficiency. Participates in Environmental Packaging Week events.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• DS Smith: DS Smith was the UK's largest corrugated packaging manufacturer with extensive sheet plant and case-making operations across the country. Acquired by International Paper in 2025, it remains the closest direct comparable to Board24 in terms of corrugated product range, UK customer base, and operational model, though now with global scale.
• Macfarlane Packaging: Macfarlane Packaging is the UK's largest packaging distributor with manufacturing operations and a customer base overlapping significantly with Board24's trade customers. Named Board24 its Supplier of the Year in 2023 and 2024, demonstrating the deep supply partnership and direct comparability in the UK corrugated market.
• GWP Group: GWP Group is a UK-based protective and industrial packaging manufacturer offering corrugated cases, foam packaging, and custom protective solutions. Comparable to Board24 in serving UK industrial customers with corrugated and value-added packaging, though with greater emphasis on protective/engineering packaging.

Broad incumbents

• Graphic Packaging: Graphic Packaging is a US-headquartered global paper-based packaging manufacturer with folding carton and corrugated operations. While primarily focused on consumer-facing paperboard packaging rather than industrial corrugated, it competes for similar large-brand-owner customers across European markets.
• Smurfit Westrock: Formed from the 2024 merger of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, this is the world's largest paper-based packaging company with significant European corrugated operations. Operates as a broad incumbent offering integrated containerboard mill-to-converter supply, contrasting with Board24's converter-only independent model.
• Mondi: Mondi is a global paper and packaging group with integrated containerboard production and European corrugated converting operations. While much broader in scope than Board24, Mondi competes in the same UK and European corrugated sheet and case markets with vertically integrated cost advantages.
• Stora Enso: Stora Enso is a Nordic-listed global paper, biomaterials and packaging group with significant European containerboard production and corrugated converting operations. Operates as a broad incumbent competitor across European corrugated markets with integrated pulp-to-box capabilities.

Regional players

• Saica Group: Saica is a Spanish-headquartered privately-held paper and corrugated packaging group with operations across Europe. Comparable to Board24 as an independent integrated paper-packaging group, though larger and more geographically diversified across continental Europe.
• VPK Packaging Group: VPK Packaging is a privately-held European corrugated packaging group with operations across multiple countries. While not directly competing in the UK at scale, it represents a comparable independent European corrugated manufacturer model and could be a relevant strategic acquirer or benchmark for Board24's independent positioning.

Emerging players

• Huhtamaki: Huhtamaki is a Finland-headquartered global packaging group with food service and consumer goods packaging operations including some corrugated capability. Comparable to Board24 as a European-headquartered independent packaging manufacturer serving brand owners, though more diversified across flexible and rigid packaging formats.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@board2415/videos
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/board24
• Xx.com/board24

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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