Your produce, your packaging

At Parkside, we understand that every fresh produce product is unique – and so is the packaging it requires. Some produce like cherries, require an airtight seal to keep them fresh. Some need to be kept dry, while others need a breathable solution – think tomatoes and raspberries. Many types of produce require absolutely no […]
How innovation is making paper-based flexible packaging stronger and future proof

The first annual Love Paper Week could not come at a more vital time for the packaging industry. The new initiative arrives just as the industry gears up for some significant changes. New regulations like Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging (pEPR), beginning later this year, mean producers will have to cover the costs related to […]
That’s a wrap for 2024! Looking back on our Platinum Year

2024 saw us celebrate our platinum anniversary after 70 years of packaging excellence – and we want to thank every customer, partner, supplier, and team member who played their part. It was a year full of new product launches, innovation, and awards success – and we’re bringing that same energy into 2025. This is important […]
Parkside hits it for six with string of award nominations

Flexible packaging solutions specialist Parkside is celebrating a remarkable September that saw it nominated for six prestigious industry awards in quick succession. Parkside solutions were nominated for three Packaging News Awards, including a Best New Concept nomination for its Popflex™ easy-open lidding film, a Consumer Convenience Award for a recyclable paper flow wrap pack developed […]
Parkside mourns the loss of Paul Lenihan

As you may have already heard, Parkside Flexibles is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Sales Account Manager Paul Lenihan, a well respected figure in the packaging industry and a much loved member of the Parkside team. Paul joined Parkside in 2016 and quickly became an integral part of the business. His dedication […]
Think you know Parkside? Think again – we’re also leaders in lamination and slitting

At Parkside Flexibles, we’re constantly developing new, innovative ideas for groundbreaking flexible packaging solutions. However, we recognise that it’s crucial to match that with the technology and expertise necessary to turn those ideas into a reality that makes a difference to our customers. That’s why we’ve invested in our lamination and slitting operations ensuring we […]
Parkside partners with Beavertown Brewery, SMUG crisps, and CALM for Open Up mental health campaign

Parkside has used its unique flexible packaging capabilities to support a collaboration between Beavertown Brewery, artisanal crisp brand SMUG, manufacturer Yorkshire Crisp Company, and the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), as part of an innovative campaign to start conversations around mental health. The campaign sees Beavertown offering a free packet of SMUG’s delicious Cheddar & […]
Parkside to spotlight compostable and paper packaging innovations at Korea Pack expo

Parkside is to shine a spotlight on its award-winning portfolio of flexible packaging solutions at one of the largest trade shows in Asia as it prepares to exhibit at Korea Pack in Goyang, South Korea later this month. As part of a co-exhibition with Korean machinery expert Tramax, Parkside will be bringing a wide range […]
Meet the team: Paul Vaughan, General Manager – Asia

For our first meet the team feature, it’s only fitting to start with the newest member of the Parkside family – Paul Vaughan, our new General Manager of operations in Asia. Paul joins the team after over 25 years spent working across the print and packaging sector, specialising in reprographics. His skills and experience will […]
Parkside solves paper packaging puzzle with versatile Recoflex™ range

Parkside is stepping up its efforts to help solve the global packaging puzzle with the launch of a range of recyclable paper-based flexible packaging materials. The new range of versatile Recoflex™ papers are available as a single-ply or laminate in several specifications, and offer durability, barrier performance, and excellent heat sealability, changing the game for […]