What Packed Up does

Packed Up Ltd is a UK-based, family-run packaging company headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland, founded in May 2021 by siblings Sean McConochie and Sam Wright. It operates a multi-brand portfolio serving over 700 UK businesses through six wholly-owned sub-brands: Packed Up (industrial packaging), Innocent Disposables (eco-friendly food packaging), The Packaging Studio (custom branded packaging), Packed Up Promo (promotional merchandise), and Poly-Net Online / Protect Net UK (proprietary protective sleeving). The team comprised 10 professionals as of 2024 and operates from a single Aberdeen warehouse at Unit 11 Wellheads Terrace, Dyce, with UK-wide distribution.

Core offerings span industrial packaging materials (boxes, tape, strapping, bubble wrap, dangerous goods packaging), eco-friendly food packaging (compostable containers, napkins, food-safe containers), custom branded packaging via an in-house Digital Box Printing Service launched in 2024, proprietary Poly-Net® protective sleeving (acquired with Protect Net Ltd in February 2023), AirWave™ air pillow systems, Pacplan® X-Wrap sustainable wrapping, and promotional merchandise. The technology stack is conventional industrial packaging supplemented by full-colour digital printing on bespoke corrugated cases and a Squarespace-based multi-site e-commerce platform; no AI/ML capabilities are disclosed.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time product transactions across each category, supplemented by procurement-consulting services for vendor rationalization. Go-to-market combines sales-led direct outreach (phone, email, website) with event-driven lead generation at trade shows such as Offshore Europe 2025. Pricing follows unit-based pay-as-you-go with bulk discounts on request and free UK delivery on orders over £150. Marketing leverages Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, email, blog content, and PR partnerships including Aberdeen FC; the company also holds Carbon Positive Workforce certification as a sustainability differentiator.

Name

Packed Up

Legal name

Packed Up Ltd

Website

https://packedup.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Packed Up Ltd is a UK-based, family-run multi-brand packaging distributor serving over 700 businesses through industrial, eco-friendly food, custom-branded, protective, and promotional packaging, with operations centred on five e-commerce storefronts, direct sales, and Aberdeen warehouse fulfilment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Packaging Supplies

NAICS

Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (322211), Other Paperboard Container Manufacturing (322219), Plastics Bag and Pouch Manufacturing (326111), Packaging and Labeling Services (56191)

SIC

Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650), Wholesale-Paper & Paper Products (5110), Papers & Allied Products (2600)

akta.pro primary industry

Corrugated Packaging (Boxes, Sheets, Pads) (IMALACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Secondary & Multipack Packaging (IMALAHAB), Paper Bags & Sacks (retail, industrial, multiwall) (IMAMAHAC), Protective Paper Packaging (Honeycomb, Paper Cushioning, Paper Wrap) (IMALACAH), Hazardous Materials & UN-Certified Transport Packaging (Dangerous Goods Packaging) (IMALAFAK)

Keywords

• Industrial packaging supplies
• Custom printed packaging
• Eco-friendly food packaging
• Protective packaging netting
• Promotional merchandise

Headquarters

HQ city

Aberdeen

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Packaging Products: Sale of industrial packaging materials including boxes, tape, strapping, bubble wrap, polythene packaging, and dangerous goods packaging. Revenue generated through one-time product transactions with repeat purchase potential.
2. Custom Branded Packaging: Custom printed packaging solutions including logo tape, printed cups, branded bags, bespoke boxes, and printed greaseproof paper. Higher margin products with design and production services.
3. Eco-Friendly Food Packaging: Sale of sustainable food packaging products through Innocent Disposables brand, including compostable containers, napkins, and food-safe containers.
4. Protective Netting Solutions: Sale of Poly-Net® protective sleeving products acquired from Protect Net UK, serving industrial applications for product protection during transit and storage.
5. Promotional Merchandise: Branded merchandise including event handouts, corporate gifts, and branded clothing items through Packed Up Promo brand.
6. Procurement Services: Full procurement service helping businesses streamline vendor lists and reduce costs. Service-based revenue from consulting and vendor management.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Packed Up distributes and supplies packaging products to UK businesses across four main categories: industrial packaging (boxes, tape, strapping, bubble wrap, dangerous goods packaging), eco-friendly food packaging under the Innocent Disposables brand, custom printed/branded packaging under The Packaging Studio, and protective surface netting under Poly-Net Online. The company also offers promotional merchandise and procurement/vendor rationalization services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Innocent Disposables: Eco-friendly food packaging products and solutions for businesses looking to transition to sustainable packaging.
• The Packaging Studio
• Packed Up Promo
• Poly-Net Online

Products and services

• Industrial Packaging Industrial packaging materials including boxes, tape, strapping, bubble wrap, polythene packaging, dangerous goods packaging, and shipping labels for UK businesses requiring reliable packaging for shipping, storage, and product protection.
• Innocent Disposables (Eco-Friendly Food Packaging) Sustainable food packaging products including compostable containers, napkins, food-safe containers, sandwich platter boxes, and round pot liners, sold under the Innocent Disposables brand for restaurants, cafes, caterers, and food businesses seeking eco-friendly disposables.
• The Packaging Studio (Custom Printed Packaging) Custom printed packaging services under The Packaging Studio brand, including printed popcorn buckets, printed flat kraft bags, printed afternoon tea boxes, printed cake boxes, branded tape, printed cups, and bespoke boxes for e-commerce and retail brands.
• Poly-Net® Protective Netting Solutions Poly-Net® protective sleeving products in Light-Weight, Standard-Weight, and Heavy-Weight ranges with various diameter and colour options, designed to prevent surface damage, chipping, or abrasion of products during storage and transit for industrial applications.
• Packed Up Promo (Promotional Merchandise) Branded promotional merchandise including event handouts, corporate gifts, branded clothing items (AWDIS polo shirts, sweatshirts, Regatta fleeces, bodywarmers with logo embroidery), and trade show giveaways under the Packed Up Promo brand.
• Procurement Services Full-service procurement offering helping businesses streamline their vendor lists, reduce procurement costs, and consolidate packaging supply under a single relationship.

Quantifiable outcome

• 73% of UK consumers actively choose brands based on environmental credentials (industry statistic)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Aberdeen Football ClubcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 13 August 2025Packed Up has been named the Official Match Day Corporate Gifting Partner of Aberdeen Football Club. The partnership involves providing all AberDNA boxes and matchday hospitality gifts throughout the season. As a local Aberdeen business, this partnership showcases the company's packaging quality and creativity while supporting the local football club and community.
• Protect Net UKcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2023Packed Up Ltd acquired the business of Protect Net UK, a leading supplier of protective packaging solutions. The acquisition brought the Poly-Net® range of protective sleeving, filter tubes, spacer & washing grids to Packed Up's portfolio, strengthening their position in the protective packaging market.
• MND ScotlandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPacked Up collaborated with MND Scotland (Motor Neurone Disease charity) to sponsor the Hermes 2012 football team. This partnership combines local sports support with charitable giving, demonstrating the company's commitment to community involvement.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Sourceful: UK-based packaging sourcing platform focused on sustainable and custom-printed packaging for brands. Comparable to The Packaging Studio's custom printed and branded packaging line, with a stronger sustainability positioning.
• Packhelp: European digital platform for custom-printed packaging (boxes, mailers, bags) targeting SMBs and e-commerce brands. Directly comparable to Packed Up's The Packaging Studio offering for custom branded packaging.
• Biodegradable Packaging Solutions (ecoPack): Specialist UK supplier of compostable and biodegradable food packaging products. Directly overlaps with Packed Up's Innocent Disposables brand and the eco-friendly food packaging segment.
• Packaging Environmental (Vegware): UK-based manufacturer of compostable food packaging and catering disposables. Comparable to the Innocent Disposables sub-brand in the sustainable food packaging category.

Direct peers

• Kite Packaging: UK-based packaging distributor with an extensive catalogue of boxes, void fill, tape, and protective products. Comparable to Packed Up as a one-stop supplier for industrial packaging sold through an e-commerce channel.
• Polybags Ltd: UK supplier of polythene bags, packaging films, and protective plastic packaging. Comparable to Packed Up's protective wrapping and Poly-Net® protective sleeving range.
• Davpack: UK packaging supplier specializing in boxes, postal, and protective packaging for SMBs and e-commerce sellers. Closely overlaps with Packed Up's industrial packaging and custom packaging offerings.
• Rajapack: One of the largest packaging distributors in the UK and Europe, offering boxes, mailing, protective packaging, and warehouse consumables to SMBs and enterprises. Directly comparable to Packed Up's industrial packaging line and e-commerce distribution model.
• Smith Packaging: UK supplier of corrugated cardboard, protective packaging, and packaging consumables serving industrial customers. Comparable core product range and target customer base to Packed Up's industrial packaging line.

Broad incumbents

• Macfarlane Group: Publicly listed UK packaging distributor with a broad portfolio covering protective, transit, and e-commerce packaging. Larger incumbent operating in the same space as Packed Up but at much greater scale and with a wider product range.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCJlnMl63HllC0l1CdKTAFZQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/The-Packaging-Studio-100944388848845
• Instagraminstagram.com/packedupuk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/packed-up

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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