GDP EMBALLAGES

What GDP EMBALLAGES does

GDP Emballages is a privately held, family-owned paper and cardboard packaging converter headquartered at 9 Rue de l'Avenir in Linselles, France, in operation since 1991. The company purchases paper and cardboard in bulk grades and converts it into finished formats — sheets, custom-cut shapes, rolls with specified core/outer diameters, and pallet interlayers — for sale to three end-markets: food (greaseproof, parchment, baking, absorbent, and kraft papers; crate liners for fresh produce), logistics and e-commerce (wrapping paper, newsprint, kraft papers, tissue paper, pallet interlayers, heat-sealable paper), and industrial (glass and steel interleaving, masking paper, composite kraft with PE/PP coatings, non-slip pallet interlayers). Operations rely on a fixed asset base of three cutters (140–170 cm width), three winders (up to 200 cm width and 45 cm exit diameter), two guillotines (110 cm or 185 cm opening), a film wrapping machine, and a labelling machine, supported by a large stock of raw materials that enables rapid custom fulfillment.

The company generates revenue by selling converted paper products on a quote-by-quote basis, primarily through direct sales channels (phone, website quote requests) supported by a trilingual website (French, English, Dutch) targeting France and the Benelux region. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and varies by grammage (18 g/m² to 1000 g/m²), format, and spool width. It holds FSSC 22000 (GFSI-recognized) food-safety certification and FSC chain-of-custody certification, both of which are required qualifications for its core food and sustainable-packaging customers. The business is run by 11 employees, including joint managers Bruno Régent and Thomas Régent, who took over from the prior generation; the firm has no external investors, parent company, or disclosed subsidiaries.

The business model is a classic small-batch industrial converter: low headcount, asset-heavy equipment, broad SKU count across three verticals, and relationship-driven B2B sales. Recent strategic activity — including product launches in 2023 and 2025, a research partnership with CITEO and Centre Technique du Papier on heat-sealable paper, and Dutch-language market expansion — points to incremental, product-led growth rather than scale-driven expansion. There is no AI/ML, no software platform, no venture funding, and no M&A activity in the record.

Name

GDP EMBALLAGES

Legal name

GDP Emballages

Website

https://gdpemballages.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

GDP Emballages is a family-owned French paper and cardboard converter that cuts and formats bulk paper into custom sheets, rolls, and interlayers for food, logistics, and industrial B2B customers across France and Benelux.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Paper and Cardboard Packaging Manufacturing

NAICS

Converted Paper Product Manufacturing (3222), Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing (322220), Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing (32222)

SIC

Converted Paper & Paperboard Prods (No Contaners/Boxes) (2670), Papers & Allied Products (2600)

akta.pro primary industry

Paper Bags & Sacks (retail, industrial, multiwall) (IMAMAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Paper-Based Foodservice Packaging (Cups, Lids, Trays, Takeout Containers) (IMALACAJ), Napkins, Tableware & Foodservice Disposables (Plates, Cups, Cutlery) (CRADALAD), Specialty Paper Packaging (Gift Boxes, Luxury Cartons, Composite Paper Cans) (IMALACAI), Wraparound Roll-Fed Labels (IMALAKAE)

Keywords

• Paper packaging conversion
• Food packaging paper
• Industrial interleaving paper
• Pallet interlayer sheets
• Custom paper cutting

Headquarters

HQ city

Linselles

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Paper and Cardboard Packaging Products: Sale of paper and cardboard packaging products across three categories: Food (greaseproof, parchment, baking papers), Logistics (wrapping, kraft, tissue papers, pallet interlayers), and Industry (glass protection, steel protection, masking papers). Products sold as sheets, rolls, or custom-cut formats.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

GDP Emballages converts and sells paper and cardboard packaging materials as sheets, rolls, and custom-cut formats. The offering is organized into three verticals: Food Packaging (greaseproof, parchment, baking, and various kraft papers), Logistics Packaging (wrapping, newsprint, kraft, tissue, pallet interlayers, and heat-sealable papers), and Industrial Packaging (glass and steel interleaving, PE/PP-coated kraft, masking paper). The company also performs custom cutting and converting services tailored to customer specifications.

Product overview

GDP Emballages is a family-owned business specializing in paper and cardboard packaging conversion processes. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized into three main product categories: Food Packaging (including greaseproof paper, parchment paper, baking paper, kraft papers in various finishes, and crate liners), Logistics Packaging (including wrapping paper, newsprint, kraft papers, tissue paper, pallet interlayers, and heat-sealable paper), and Industrial Packaging (including glass protection paper, steel interleaving paper, composite kraft papers with PE/PP coatings, non-slip pallet interlayers, and masking paper). The company also provides custom cutting services and operates various paper/cardboard cutting equipment including cutters, winders, guillotines, and wrapping machines. With 34 years of experience and FSC/FSSC 22000 certifications, GDP Emballages serves clients in the food, logistics, and industrial sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Greaseproof Paper WS treated paper resistant to humidity, ideal for wrapping greasy and/or wet products such as cooked meats and cheeses, or as an interlayer. Available in White or Pink at 40g/m².
• Absorbent Paper Food-contact paper with high absorbency used in food production. Available in White at 110 g/m².
• Parchment Paper Paper providing a strong barrier to grease and moisture, suitable for contact with all types of food including dry, moist, and fatty foods, with resistance to extreme cooking or freezing temperatures.
• Baking Paper Heat-resistant and non-stick paper for baking; ready-to-cook paper rolled up with pastry dough. Available in Brown at 40g/m².
• Brown Greaseproof Kraft Paper Fluor Free Brown greaseproof kraft paper guaranteed fluor free, suitable for packaging greasy food products such as chips in chip shops. Available in 38gr and 60gr/m².
• Laid Kraft Kraft with lines for packaging, protection, and interleaving. Available in Brown from 36 to 120g weights.
• Vellum Kraft Kraft machine-glazed on one side without ribs, suitable for small capacity applications. Available in Brown from 40 to 110g/m².
• Finished Kraft Smooth kraft with no machine-glazed sides, suitable for large capacity bags. Available in Brown from 70 to 155g/m² for medium and large capacity bags, coating, laminating, spiral winding, packaging and bundling.
• Kraft Paper Crate Liner Kraft paper crate liner that protects fruits and vegetables during transport and storage, acting as a barrier against shocks, moisture, and dirt. FSC certified with FSSC 22000. Available in standard and custom sizes.
• Wrapping Paper Paper for use as a packing material for parcels shipped by post. Available from 70g/m² to 110g/m².
• White Newsprint Paper Newsprint paper for protecting objects at economical cost. Available in 45g/m² Matt or 56g/m² Satin for packaging, protection, stuffing and packing materials.
• Pure Pulp Kraft Paper Pure pulp laid or wove machine-glazed kraft paper for packaging and over-packaging many products, featuring high tear resistance. Available from 40g/m² to 125g/m².
• Recycled Kraft Paper 100% recycled kraft paper for over-packaging and light interleaving. Available from 40g/m² to 90g/m² in machine-glazed laid, wove or smooth finish.
• Tissue Paper White machine-glazed tissue paper for packing fragile products such as dishes and textiles. Chlorine and acid-free, extra white, glazed on one side. Available in 18g/m² to 25g/m².
• Pallet Interlayer Lightweight pallet interlayers to stabilize products on pallets. Available in a 140×220 max format or on a reel.
• Waterproof Non-Slip Pallet Interlayers Waterproof non-slip interlayers ensuring products remain stable on pallets throughout transport, even during braking. Available in Brown at 230 gr/m² in standard formats or on reels.
• Cardboard Stiffener Lightweight cardboard interlayers to stabilize products on pallets. Available from 135g/m² to 200g/m² in a 140×220 max format.
• Heat-Sealable Paper Brown heat-sealable kraft paper for packaging small parts in logistics and e-commerce. Available from 55 to 90 g/m².
• Glass Kraft Paper Interleaving paper specially designed for protecting glass with advanced technical features. Available in 36g/m², 50g/m², 80g/m² and 90g/m², in spool widths from 30 to 200cm.
• Steel Kraft Paper Steel interleaving kraft paper for placing between sheet metal plates, steel and stainless steel, SENDZIMIR lamination, and steel coil protection.
• Kraft Paper + PE Kraft with 1 or 2 PE sides for damp-proof pallet base, industrial applications, and lamination. Available in Brown from 70 to 1000g/m².
• Kraft Paper + PP Flat cardboard used as an interlayer for protecting products in industry. Available in Brown or White from 125g/m² to 400g/m², in spool widths from 30cm to 200cm.
• Non-Slip Pallet Interlayers Pallet interlayers for product stability on pallets even during heavy braking in transport. Available in 110gr/m², 150gr/m², 210 gr/m², and 290gr/m² in standard 80×120 and 100×120 formats or on reels.
• Masking Paper Paper specially produced for vehicle body builders, protected against splashes of paint, does not lint and prevents drips. Available in Brown at 40g/m² in a 170×180 max format and spool widths from 15 to 200cm.
• Custom Cutting Service Customized cuts of paper and cardboard to suit customer needs, including rectangular, square or specific shapes (trapezium, perforations, etc.). Also offers side rolls with custom measures including core diameters, outer diameter, weights, lengths and widths.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• CITEOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on the 'e-bliss' project for heat-sealable paper development. CITEO is a French eco-organization for packaging waste management.
• Centre Technique du Papier (CTP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical paper research center collaboration on the 'e-bliss' project for heat-sealable paper development.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Stora Enso: European integrated paper and packaging producer offering kraft, board and converted packaging solutions. Comparable as an upstream-and-converting player serving food, industrial and logistics customers, though at mill-scale.
• Smurfit Kappa: Global paper-based packaging giant with corrugated, kraft and converting operations across Europe. Comparable because it converts paper into protective and food-grade packaging formats, though at vastly larger scale than GDP Emballages.
• Mondi: European-headquartered paper and packaging group producing kraft paper, corrugated packaging and converted paper products. Comparable in core product categories (kraft, paper-based industrial and consumer packaging) but operates at integrated-mill scale.
• Sealed Air: Protective packaging company with paper-based and foam-based solutions for logistics. Comparable as a competitor in protective packaging for shipping/palletizing, with paper offerings overlapping GDP's pallet interlayer and wrapping categories.
• UPM-Kymmene: Finnish paper and forest products group with specialty papers, label materials and packaging. Overlaps with GDP in specialty kraft and converting-adjacent grades used in food and industrial packaging.

Direct peers

• Ranpak: Specialist in paper-based protective packaging for e-commerce and logistics, offering paper cushioning, wrapping, and interleaving solutions. Highly comparable to GDP's logistics packaging line (wrapping paper, pallet interlayers, heat-sealable paper) for the same shipping and fulfillment customer base.
• SOPAL (Société de Papier et d'Aluminium): French paper and packaging converter producing food-grade papers, aluminum foil and packaging rolls. Comparable as a similarly sized French/European specialty paper converter serving food and industrial packaging customers.
• Papier-Mettler: European producer of PE-coated and laminated paper packaging for food service and industrial applications. Comparable because it converts and treats paper for food-contact and industrial protective uses, mirroring GDP's PE/PP kraft and greaseproof/parchment lines.

Regional players

• Papierfabrik Palm: German family-owned paper producer with corrugated base paper, recycled and virgin kraft. Comparable mid-sized regional player producing kraft paper inputs that feed into converting operations similar to GDP's.
• Heinzel Group: Austrian paper group operating mills producing magazine paper, packaging paper and market pulp in Central and Eastern Europe. Comparable as a regional European paper producer serving converting customers similar to GDP.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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