What Conpax does

Conpax B.V. is a Dutch B2B supplier of disposable food packaging and eco-friendly disposables operating across the Benelux. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of German conglomerate PAPSTAR Holding AG, serving as the group's Benelux commercial and production entity since 2015. Its customer base spans foodservice (restaurants, hotels, caterers), retail, agricultural/horticultural producers, and events, with distribution through wholesalers, retail points of sale, a direct sales force, and a B2B e-commerce catalog at conpax-products.com.

The operating model combines a broad standard assortment distributed from PAPSTAR's group logistics infrastructure (more than 1,000 orders per day, ~100,000 pallet locations) with in-house custom folding carton production at the Oosterhout, Gelderland facility, which produces more than 4,000 tonnes of custom packaging per year on a recently expanded press fleet that includes a Koenig & Bauer Rapida 106-5+L. Conpax's product portfolio is organised around sub-brands — PAPSTAR/pure, Folia, Premium Quality, Kraft, Notpla, WAUW Cup, and WORK-INN — covering disposables, reusables, packaging materials, table-top, party, and hygiene lines. The Notpla line, an exclusive Benelux partnership signed in mid-2023, applies a seaweed-based coating to folding carton to deliver the only Dutch-approved plastic-free grease- and moisture-resistant food packaging.

Conpax monetises through one-time sales of standard SKUs and custom printed packaging, with quote-based pricing and no public list prices. The strategic positioning is built on regulatory compliance (EU SUP Directive 2019/904, Dutch SUP ban, 2026 Belgian litter tax), sustainability credentials (EcoVadis Platinum 2024, FSC, FSSC 22000, BREEAM-NL In-Use 'Very Good', EN13432, Nordic Ecolabel), and the 5R/Take Care circular economy framework. The Oosterhout headquarters is largely solar-powered (5,000 panels, gas-free), and the company pursues anchor wins such as Kwalitaria (a national cafeteria chain) for plastic-free snack packaging.

Name

Conpax

Legal name

Conpax B.V.

Website

https://conpax.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1897

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Conpax B.V. is a Dutch B2B supplier of disposable food packaging and eco-friendly disposables serving foodservice, retail, and agricultural customers across the Benelux, operating as the local arm of Germany's PAPSTAR Holding AG. Its portfolio spans standard disposables, custom folding cartons, and plastic-free seaweed-coated packaging through an exclusive Notpla partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Food Packaging

NAICS

Folding Paperboard Box Manufacturing (322212), Other Paperboard Container Manufacturing (322219), Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (322211)

SIC

Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650), Wholesale-Paper & Paper Products (5110)

akta.pro primary industry

Tertiary/Transit Packaging for Food & Beverage (IMALAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB), Mono-Material & Recyclability-Designed Packaging (Design-for-Recycling, Barrier Alternatives) (IMALAMAD)

Keywords

• Disposable food packaging
• Sustainable packaging materials
• Folding carton production
• Custom packaging manufacturing
• Foodservice packaging supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Oosterhout

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Standard Disposables & Food Packaging Sales: Conpax generates revenue through the sale of standard and custom disposable food packaging and disposables to businesses in the Benelux, including food service operators, retailers, and AGF (agriculture/horticulture) sectors. The company also offers custom printed packaging produced in-house.
2. Custom/Printed Packaging: Custom branded packaging solutions manufactured in-house at the Oosterhout facility, enabling customers to differentiate their presentation with printed logos and designs. More than 4,000 tonnes of custom packaging produced annually.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Conpax is a Benelux supplier and in-house producer of disposable and reusable food packaging, folding cartons, tableware, hygiene, and party products. The company operates an in-house folding carton production facility in Oosterhout, supplying both a broad standard assortment and custom printed packaging to foodservice, retail, and AGF (agriculture/horticulture) customers. It holds an exclusive Benelux partnership for Notpla seaweed-coated plastic-free folding cartons and routes distribution through wholesalers, retail points of sale, direct sales, and an online catalog.

Product overview

Conpax is a supplier of disposable and sustainable food packaging in the Benelux, operating as part of the internationally operating PAPSTAR GmbH. The product portfolio centers on the core offering of disposable food packaging and containers (PAPSTAR/PAPSTAR pure, Folia®, Premium Quality, Kraft brands), supplemented by plastic-free solutions through the Notpla seaweed coating partnership, reusable products (Reusables, WAUW Cup), and custom manufacturing services. Additional product lines include table coverings, party decorations, and hygiene products. The company operates its own in-house production facility in Oosterhout for custom cardboard packaging, serving foodservice, retail, and agricultural sectors with both standard assortment and bespoke solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PAPSTAR / PAPSTAR pure: A comprehensive range of eco-friendly disposable products with uniform packaging design, including FSC-certified paper plates, wooden cutlery, cold drink cups, straws, and packaging containers.
• Folia
• Premium Quality
• Kraft
• Notpla
• WAUW Cup
• WORK-INN

Products and services

• Standard Disposables Food Packaging Single-use food packaging assortment including plates, bowls, cups, cutlery, snack containers, and take-away packaging for foodservice and retail customers. Available through brands PAPSTAR/PAPSTAR pure, Folia, Premium Quality, and Kraft.
• Reusable Food Packaging Reusable food packaging and cups compliant with EU SUP regulations, including reusable cold drink cups, reusable vending cups with iconic design for coffee vending machines, and Folia reusable cutlery (PP/CPLA).
• Custom Packaging (Maatwerk) Bespoke packaging service for in-house design, printing, die-cutting, windowing, and folding-gluing of cardboard food packaging (snack containers, hamburger boxes, catering boxes, sleeves). Production capacity exceeds 4,000 tonnes annually at the Oosterhout facility.
• Notpla Seaweed-Coated Plastic-Free Packaging Plastic-free folding carton food packaging coated with Notpla seaweed-based coating. Made from 100% natural algae, certified plastic-free by Dutch government (ILT), exempt from SUP legislation, and provides grease/moisture resistance for fries, snacks, and similar applications.
• WAUW Cup Reusable Cup System Circular-economy reusable cup concept offering a re-use alternative to single-use beverage cups for foodservice and event customers.
• WORK-INN Hygiene Products Hygiene products brand for the hospitality sector including hairnets, shoe covers, visitor coats, aprons, chef hats, and disposable gloves in latex, nitrile, and vinyl. Compliant with HACCP regulations.
• Table Top (Tafelaankleding) Table Coverings Table coverings including napkins, tablecloths, table runners, placemats, and cutlery pouches in various colors and patterns for restaurants and events.
• Party Decorations Party decorations including garlands, balloons, confetti, flags, and party sets for celebrations and events.
• Packaging Materials (Verpakkingsmateriaal) Packaging materials including vacuum bags, paper bags, carrier bags, insulated boxes, and wrapping films for food preservation, transport, and retail use.
• 100% FAIR Snack Containers Sustainable snack containers made from FSC-certified cardboard with biodegradable properties and minimal environmental impact for take-away and snack applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 4,000 tonnes of custom packaging produced annually at the Oosterhout facility
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NotplacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2023Exclusive partnership for the Benelux in which Conpax applies Notpla's seaweed-based coating to folding carton food packaging in its Oosterhout factory. Notpla coating is evaluated by the Dutch ILT as plastic-free and exempt from SUP legislation. This enables Conpax to produce the only plastic-free, grease- and moisture-resistant folding carton food packaging in the Netherlands.
• FSC® Nederland (Forest Stewardship Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConpax is a member and certified partner of FSC Nederland, promoting responsible forest management worldwide. Products carrying the FSC label contribute to forest protection globally.
• NVGP (Nederlandse Vereniging van Groothandelaren in Papier- en verpakkingsmaterialen)minorOthersDutch association of wholesalers in paper and packaging materials, focused on in- and sales of packaging materials.
• NVC (Nederlands Verpakkingscentrum)minorOthersDutch packaging industry association representing the sector's interests before national and international governments and regulators.
• ProFri (Branchevereniging voor Professionele Frituurders in Nederland)minorOthersTrade association for professional fryers in the Netherlands. ProFri members are key customers for Conpax's snack packaging and SUP-compliant solutions.
• ONCE (Branchevereniging voor Party- en Eventcatering)minorOthersIndustry association for party and event catering, founded by and for event catering entrepreneurs to collectively address market opportunities and external threats.
• MVO NederlandminorOthersDutch CSR network that, together with entrepreneurs, forms a movement to achieve the new economy.
• Green BrandminorOthersA certification label for companies, products, and service providers that make a significant contribution to environmental, nature, and climate protection.
• Rainforest ProjectsminorOthersSustainability partner contributing to better climate through projects in Tanzania and Sumatra, helping local populations protect wildlife and habitats, reducing CO2 emissions. Since 2021, also planting trees in the Netherlands. An initiative of Beautiful Cups.
• Klimaneutrale Produkte (ClimatePartner)minorOthersThrough PAPSTAR Germany, the 'Klimaneutrale Produkte' label confirms that all CO2 emissions have been calculated and offset via recognised climate protection projects, following the 'avoid – reduce – compensate' principle.
• Nordic EcolabelminorOthersA Scandinavian environmental label applied to many PAPSTAR products, setting strict environmental requirements across all phases of a product's lifecycle.
• FabbriGroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive Benelux distribution partnership for FabbriGroup products.
• PreZero NederlandminorOthersConpax conducted a successful joint site visit with PreZero Nederland, a sustainability and waste management partner.
• PAPSTAR Holding AGcoreOthersConpax is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PAPSTAR Holding AG (based in Kall, Germany), an international group with operations across 7 European countries. PAPSTAR provides the group with logistics infrastructure, a broad product range, and the 'one-stop-shop' concept. Conpax is responsible for the Benelux market and distributes the PAPSTAR brand.
• NN ZevenheuvelenloopminorOthersConpax partnered with the NN Zevenheuvelenloop running event to implement its circular cup programme, achieving a 92.5% cup recycling rate.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Mondi Group: European integrated paper and packaging group with strong sustainable packaging portfolios including corrugated and consumer packaging. Comparable to Conpax on FSC-certified paperboard and sustainability credentials, though at vastly larger scale and broader product scope.
• Novolex: North American leader in packaging and foodservice products including paper, plastic, and sustainable packaging. Comparable to Conpax on the broad foodservice packaging assortment and sustainability transition, though concentrated in North America rather than Europe.
• Sealed Air: Large global packaging incumbent with food packaging and protective solutions. Comparable to Conpax on the food packaging and sustainability transition dimension, though Sealed Air operates across far broader categories (protective, automated, cryovac) and serves a more international customer base.
• Pactiv Evergreen: North American-focused foodservice packaging manufacturer with the Eco-Products brand for compostable foodservice packaging. Comparable on the foodservice packaging and sustainability product lines that overlap with Conpax's Take Care assortment and Notpla offering.
• Smurfit Kappa: European paper-based packaging leader with extensive operations across Benelux. Comparable on the sustainable paper packaging, folding carton, and corrugated product dimensions, though Smurfit Kappa spans the full packaging value chain and many more geographies.

Direct peers

• Faerch Group: European specialist in rigid and recycled PET food packaging with growing sustainable product lines. Comparable to Conpax as a focused foodservice and food packaging producer with circular-economy positioning in Europe.
• Huhtamäki: Global foodservice and consumer packaging manufacturer with a strong European footprint, including fibre-based and plastic-free packaging lines. Directly comparable to Conpax as a foodservice packaging producer competing on sustainability credentials and FSC-certified moulded fibre and carton offerings.
• Graphic Packaging Holding Company: Major folding carton and paperboard packaging producer serving food and beverage customers with sustainable packaging. Comparable to Conpax's in-house folding carton manufacturing and FSC-certified paperboard offerings, though at substantially larger scale and globally.

Emerging players

• BioPak: Specialist in compostable foodservice packaging made from plant-based materials, with operations in Australia, Europe, and Asia. Comparable to Conpax on the biobased / compostable disposable foodservice category and the mission-driven sustainability positioning.
• Krehalon (formerly RPC bpi protect): European specialist in sustainable barrier packaging and foodservice films with growing paper-based offerings. Comparable to Conpax on the focus on barrier and sustainable foodservice packaging, with overlap in the Benelux foodservice customer base.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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