Portex verpakkingen

What Portex verpakkingen does

Portex Verpakkingen B.V. is a Dutch private limited company headquartered in Ermelo, Netherlands, operating as a specialty manufacturer of crystal-clear plastic packaging films. The company converts PP, OPP, CPP, LDPE, and PLA substrates into packaging products for B2B customers, alongside shrink sleeves (PET, PVC, PLA) and an industrial packaging range covering stretch film, tape, and strapping. It also sells direct-mail envelopes under the Creative Envo brand and a compostable/biodegradable line under the BioPLAx label, addressing sustainability-driven demand across multiple substrates.

The business model is B2B and direct: customers request quotes through the company website, specifications are custom-engineered, and pricing is quote-based with 30-day payment terms and a stated 2-week delivery lead time. Operating integration within the Vierhouten Groep corporate structure and a parallel UK sales presence via Westflex Ltd. extend market reach without proportionate overhead. Disclosed customer evidence spans publishing (Record Industry for vinyl records, Hallmark Cards Nederland BV for greeting cards, 20+ years), industrial manufacturing (Pfeifer Group), plus food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics segments.

Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the operation is a non-listed subsidiary with no funding, M&A, or headcount trend data available. Strategic posture is incremental: product-line diversification (BioPLAx, Creative Envo, expanded shrink sleeves) and channel extension (Westflex UK), supporting a mature, stable operating profile rather than a high-growth or venture-stage trajectory.

Name

Portex verpakkingen

Legal name

Portex Verpakkingen B.V.

Website

https://portex.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Portex Verpakkingen B.V. is a Dutch specialty manufacturer of crystal-clear plastic packaging films and shrink sleeves, serving B2B customers across publishing, industrial manufacturing, food, pharma, and cosmetics from Ermelo, Netherlands, with UK sales via Westflex Ltd.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plastic Packaging Manufacturing

NAICS

Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing (326112), Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261)

SIC

Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081), Plastics, Foil & Coated Paper Bags (2673)

akta.pro primary industry

Flexible Plastic Packaging (Bags, Pouches, Sachets) Manufacturing (IMANAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compostable & Bio-Based Flexible Packaging (PLA, PHA, Cellulose Films) (IMALABAO), Flexible Packaging Printing & Decoration (Flexo, Gravure, Digital, Cold Foil) (IMALABAM), Cosmetics & Personal Care Plastic Packaging Manufacturing (IMANAEAL), Pharmaceutical & Medical Plastic Packaging Manufacturing (IMANAEAK)

Keywords

• Transparent plastic packaging
• Polypropylene packaging bags
• Shrink sleeves manufacturing
• Industrial packaging materials
• Biodegradable packaging solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Ermelo

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

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. Plastic Packaging Products: Manufacture and sale of custom and standard transparent plastic packaging including bags, sleeves, and industrial packaging materials. Products are made-to-order based on customer specifications for format, material (PP, OPP, CPP, LDPE, PLA), printing, and custom features.
2. Custom Manufacturing Services: Tailored production of packaging solutions to customer specifications including custom sizes, printing in up to 8 colors, and specialized materials. Service includes consultation and advisory support.
3. Industrial Packaging Materials: Supply of industrial packaging materials including stretch film, tape, strapping, cardboard, and crate bags. Products delivered in boxes or rolls, on steel or cardboard cores.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Portex Verpakkingen is a Dutch manufacturer of custom crystal-clear (glasheldere) plastic packaging, producing made-to-order bags, sleeves and films from PP, OPP, CPP and LDPE materials with up to 8-color printing. The portfolio also covers industrial packaging materials (stretch film, tape, strapping, cardboard boxes) and a biodegradable line called BioPLAx made from compostable PLA and Natureflex films.

Product overview

Portex Verpakkingen B.V. is a supplier of crystal-clear (glashelder) plastic packaging solutions based in Ermelo, Netherlands, serving customers worldwide. The company's product portfolio consists of three main categories: (1) Glasheldere Kunststof Verpakkingen (Crystal Clear Plastic Packaging) — including Multi-bags, Envelop-bags, Portefeuillezakken, 2Lip-bags, Headerbags, Polypropyleenzakken (PP-zakken), Kruisbodemzakken, Blokbodemzakken, Harmonicazakken, and Creative Envo; (2) Krimpsleeves (Shrink Sleeves) — available in PET, PVC, and PLA (biodegradable), used for product decoration, tamper-evident sealing, and bundling; and (3) Industriële Verpakkingen (Industrial Packaging) — including Rekwikkelfolie (stretch film), Onbedrukte Tape, Bedrukte Tape, Omsnoering (strapping), Paklijst Enveloppen, Diepvries Kratzakken, and Golfkarton Vouwdozen. The company also offers an eco-friendly product line called BioPLAx — 100% compostable packaging made from PLA and Natureflex films meeting EN13432 and ASTM D6400 standards. Products are available in materials including OPP, CPP, LDPE, MDPE, HDPE, and are supplied in custom sizes with printing options up to 8 colors. The company operates as part of the Vierhouten Group and serves industries including food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemicals, wood, paper, furniture, and non-food sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BioPLAx: Biodegradable and compostable plastic packaging brand made from sustainable plant-based raw materials such as corn and sugarcane. Products meet EN13432 and ASTM D6400 standards.

Products and services

• Multi-bags Multi-compartment CastPP bags with vertical middle seals that allow several products to be presented together in a single packaging unit, designed for retail and promotional presentation.
• Envelop-bags Sturdy transparent envelope with beveled flap and crease line for direct-mail applications, suitable for machine processing.
• Portefeuillezakken Transparent bags with side pockets on left and right designed for greeting card presentation; made from OPP or CPP film.
• 2Lip-bags Two-compartment polypropylene bags with top section for header cards and bottom section for product presentation, suitable for displays and retail hanging.
• Headerbags Polypropylene bags with reinforced header for hanging display, optional Euro punch hole for retail mounting.
• Polypropyleenzakken (PP-zakken) Transparent PP bags available in OPP (clearer) and CPP (stronger) variants, thicknesses 30-100my and formats 45-800mm; printable up to 8 colors.
• Kruisbodemzakken Cross-bottom bags with square bottom and no side fold, designed for upright product presentation particularly suitable for food and consumables.
• Blokbodemzakken Square-bottom bags with side fold, designed for standing presentation of products such as biscuits, nuts, and chocolate; available in OPP and CPP materials.
• Harmonicazakken Side-fold bags allowing extra space for products, sealed at bottom with foldable and adhesivable bottom; suitable for food presentation.
• Creative Envo Transparent envelope for hand and machine processing in direct-mail applications; available in STAR (100my clear), ICE (100my frost), ECO (90my clear), and BIO (compostable) variants.
• Krimpsleeves (Shrink Sleeves) Shrink sleeves in PET, PVC, and PLA (biodegradable) that conform to products when heated, used for product decoration, tamper-evident seals, and multi-product bundling; available on rolls or cut to size.
• Rekwikkelfolie (Stretch Film) Stretch film for pallet load protection against moisture, sliding, and collapse; available in hand and machine variants; options include monoaxial and biaxial shrink film, LDPE/MDPE/HDPE flat film, UV resistance, and various surface finishes.
• Onbedrukte Tape (Unprinted Tape) Unprinted packaging tape in PP and PVC materials for sealing boxes and packages; PVC preferred for printing applications.
• Bedrukte Tape (Printed Tape) Custom-printed tape with company logo for branded packaging presentation; available on PP and PVC substrates.
• Omsnoering (Strapping) Strapping materials including PET band, PP band, polyester band, and black-lacquered steel band, along with tensioners and reels for product bundling.
• Paklijst Enveloppen (Packing List Envelopes) Document pouches that protect packing lists and shipping documents from moisture and dirt; adhesive backing for attachment to various surfaces.
• Diepvries Kratzakken (Freezer Crate Bags) Custom-produced freezer bags rated to minimum -20 degrees Celsius, available printed or unprinted, food-approved, loose or on rolls.
• Golfkarton Vouwdozen (Corrugated Folding Boxes) Corrugated cardboard folding boxes in single or double-wall configurations, serving packaging, protection, transport, and storage functions.
• BioPLAx Biodegradable Packaging Line Biodegradable plastic packaging line under the BioPLAx brand, made from 100% compostable PLA and Natureflex films derived from sustainable plant-based materials such as corn and sugarcane; compliant with EN13432 and ASTM D6400 standards.

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivery within two weeks for custom packaging orders
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 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 core and regional.

• Vierhouten GroepcoreOthersParent company of Portex Verpakkingen. The Vierhouten Group encompasses multiple companies in packaging, pallet industry, container construction, and transport/logistics sectors including Presswood, Euroblock, Mondipal, PW Container, HTH Transport, and A2B Online.
• Westflex Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK-based sales office operated by Westflex Ltd. serving as Portex's regional partner for the United Kingdom market. Located at 12 Leicester Close, Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9EX.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Coveris Holdings: European flexible and rigid packaging converter serving food, pet food, healthcare and industrial markets with custom films and bags — comparable to Portex in scope, materials and European customer base.
• Huhtamäki: Finnish-listed flexible packaging and foodservice manufacturer with plants across Europe producing films, pouches and labels — a comparable mid-to-large flexible packaging peer with similar end markets.
• Bischof + Klein: German family-owned manufacturer of flexible packaging films, laminates and industrial bags for chemicals, food and consumer goods — comparable in materials, custom converting capabilities and European customer footprint.
• ProAmpac: US-headquartered flexible packaging and specialty converting company offering custom printed films, pouches and shrink sleeves for food, retail and industrial — comparable product mix and custom print orientation.
• Constantia Flexibles: Austrian-based global flexible packaging producer offering printed films, laminates and specialty pouches for food, pharma and consumer goods; comparable to Portex's custom-printed transparent film range.
• SÜDPACK: German family-owned flexible packaging manufacturer producing high-performance films, pouches and recyclable/compostable structures for food and pharma — directly comparable product portfolio and customer verticals.
• Wipak Group: Finnish family-owned producer of high-barrier and sustainable flexible packaging films for food, healthcare and industrial use — comparable in film technology focus and premium European positioning.
• Clondalkin Group: Dutch-headquartered flexible and specialist packaging manufacturer serving FMCG, food and healthcare with printed films, pouches and shrink sleeves — directly comparable to Portex's custom transparent packaging and shrink sleeve portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Amcor plc: Global packaging giant with a large flexible packaging segment serving food, beverage, healthcare and personal care; a broader incumbent whose film and pouch range overlaps with Portex but at much larger scale.
• Berry Global Group: Large global plastic packaging manufacturer producing films, bags and consumer packaging across multiple end markets; a broad incumbent whose flexible films business overlaps with Portex's offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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