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As many of our customers already know, the UK’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations are now in effect – and they bring with them a new level of responsibility for packaging producers. 

At Samuel Grant Packaging, we’re working closely with our customers to make sure they’re prepared – not just to meet their compliance obligations, but to make informed, strategic choices about their packaging that support long-term sustainability goals. 

What is EPR? 

EPR is a UK Government regulation that shifts the cost of managing packaging waste onto the businesses that produce it. Under the new rules, producers are required to submit detailed data on their packaging – including weights, materials, and recyclability – and large producers will start paying EPR fees from October 2025, based on data from the previous year. 

Whether you’re a large producer submitting data twice a year, or a small producer submitting data annually, it’s vital that your information is accurate, timely and complete. 

What we’re doing to help 

Our customers know they can rely on us for more than packaging – we’re their partners in efficiency, innovation and compliance. That’s why we’ve developed a full support package to help businesses meet their EPR requirements. 

We offer: 

📊 EPR-ready data for every packaging product we supply 

♻️ Recyclability advice to reduce future liability 

🧾 Household vs non-household classification support 

🔍 Packaging audits to identify savings and improvements 

📅 Reminders and updates aligned with EPR reporting deadlines 

We’ve also created a free downloadable explainer, with links to the necessary government websites, and we are continuing to train our sales team so they can support customers with one-to-one advice. 

Why it matters 

EPR is more than just a compliance challenge – it’s an opportunity to futureproof your packaging strategy. The businesses that act now will be in the strongest position to reduce costs, improve recyclability and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. 

Whether you’re unsure about your producer status, have missed the April deadline, or simply need help pulling together your packaging data – we’re here to support you. 

Useful resources 

Government EPR Guidance
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/extended-producer-responsibility-for-packaging 

Government EPR Reporting Portal
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/report-packaging-data 

Download Our EPR Explainer PDF 

Need Help? 

Speak to your account manager for tailored advice. 

Together, we can make compliance straightforward – and packaging smarter. 

At Samuel Grant, sustainability is a key priority. As leaders in packaging solutions, we embody our responsibility to reduce environmental impact, promote ethical practices, and drive positive change within the supply chain. That’s why we’re proud to work with EcoVadis, a globally recognised sustainability rating platform that helps businesses assess and improve their environmental, social, and ethical performance.

What is EcoVadis?

EcoVadis is an internationally trusted rating system that evaluates companies on their sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts. With over 100,000 companies assessed worldwide to date, they provide detailed insights into businesses’ sustainability credentials, covering key areas such as:

· Environment – Carbon footprint reduction, energy efficiency, waste management

· Labour & Human Rights – Fair working conditions, diversity, inclusion

· Ethics – Anti-corruption policies, fair business practices

· Sustainable Procurement – Responsible sourcing, supplier transparency

By undergoing strict EcoVadis assessments, companies receive a scorecard highlighting their performance and areas for improvement, allowing them to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability to stakeholders and customers alike.

Why EcoVadis Matters to Samuel Grant

As a packaging provider, we recognize the importance of sustainable supply chains. Working with EcoVadis enables us to:

· Measure Our Impact – The rating system allows us to track our sustainability progress and benchmark ourselves against industry peers.

· Improve Sustainability Practices – We identify opportunities to enhance our environmental and ethical practices.

· Enhance Transparency – Our customers can trust that we are committed to responsible business practices.

· Support a Greener Future – EcoVadis aligns with our mission to promote sustainable packaging, encourage efficient recycling practices and reduce waste across industries.

How Samuel Grant is Taking Action

We don’t just talk about sustainability—we take action. Here’s how we’re making a difference:

· Sustainable Packaging Solutions – Our range of eco-friendly packaging materials, including recyclable and biodegradable options, help businesses reduce their carbon footprint.

· Waste Reduction Initiatives – We continuously improve our operations to minimize waste and increase efficiency.

· Circular Economy – Marmax Recycled Products turn recycled HDPE plastic into high quality outdoor furniture. One bench uses the equivalent of 2000 plastic bottles

· Commitment to Ethical Sourcing – We work with responsible suppliers who share our values of sustainability and ethical business practices.

· Reduce, reuse and recycle consultancy – our team consult our clients on how to reduce consumption, reuse materials where possible, and recycle efficiently.

Join Us in Sustainable Packaging Practices

At Samuel Grant, we believe that sustainability isn’t just a trend—it’s a responsibility. Partnering with EcoVadis is just one of the many ways we ensure our business remains at the forefront of ethical and environmentally friendly packaging solutions.

By choosing to work with us, you’re not only investing in high-quality packaging but also supporting a greener, more sustainable future.

If you’d like to learn more about our sustainability initiatives or our EcoVadis commitment, get in touch with us today!

Hand Wrap from Samuel Grant Packaging

Manufactured on site in Cheshire, UK.

We have been rewinding pallet wrap hand film on our site in Cheshire for over 25 years, making us experts in our field. Significant recent investments in new machinery means that we have doubled our capacity and expanded the range that we can manufacture.

Producing pallet wrap hand rolls in the UK means that we can offer faster delivery times to our customers. We don’t rely on imports, so we mitigate the risks related to global disruptions and shipping delays. Quality control takes place at the point of production, ensuring that we meet customer expectations. Local manufacturing supports the British economy and reduces our carbon footprint.

Our flexible capabilities means that we can adapt to bespoke requirements and work with customers to provide the most efficient solution.

Hand wrap is available in cast or blown film, with extended or standard cores, in widths of 400mm or 500mm, using high quality film containing 30% recycled content.

Our new pre-stretched hand wrap offers the same stability, strength and security as traditional films while using 50% less plastic. We can reduce the material required per load and minimise the effort required to wrap a pallet, reducing the risk of strain or injury.

 

For more information, please contact your Account Manager, or send an enquiry to sales@samuelgrant.co.uk.

Stockport, UK – 7^th January 2025 – Clingfoil Ltd is proud to announce its official rebranding to Samuel Grant Packaging, following its acquisition by the Samuel Grant Group in 2022. The new name reflects the company’s integration into the Samuel Grant Group following significant investment in state-of-the-art film rewinding equipment.

The name change marks a new chapter in the company’s evolution, combining the strong legacy of Clingfoil with the expanded resources and expertise of the parent company.

Samuel Grant Packaging has benefited from a substantial investment in cutting-edge film rewinding equipment, cementing its position as a leader in the bespoke stretch film market. This advanced machinery allows the company to offer highly customisable, top-quality hand stretch film that meet the specific needs of businesses across a range of industries, including logistics, manufacturing, retail and food production.

“The rebrand to Samuel Grant Packaging is a natural next step after joining the Samuel Grant Group,” said Martin Harris, Managing Director of Samuel Grant Packaging. “The support and investment from our parent company have enabled us to significantly enhance our manufacturing capabilities, particularly in stretch film production. Our new film rewinding equipment gives us the ability to deliver bespoke solutions at an even higher level of precision and quality, making us the go-to partner for companies seeking tailored packaging solutions in the UK.”

For existing customers, the name change to Samuel Grant Packaging represents an exciting new chapter. While the company will retain its commitment to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service, it will now have access to a broader range of resources, increased manufacturing capabilities, and the collective expertise of the Samuel Grant Group.

“The rebrand strengthens our position as the leading provider of bespoke stretch film in the UK, and we’re thrilled to bring this expanded capability to our customers,” said Paul Marshall, Sales Director. “We will continue to focus on delivering the highest-quality, custom solutions while making the most of the state-of-the-art technologies we now have at our disposal. This is just the beginning of an exciting journey for Samuel Grant Packaging, and we look forward to helping our customers grow and succeed with the most reliable, efficient packaging solutions available.”

Samuel Grant Packaging are delighted to announce that we have been awarded the Cyber Essentials higher level plus certification.

This is great news for the business. The certification can help us win new business and work with government organisations, it will also enable us to stand out in supply chains, where more trade bodies and corporations are mandating Cyber Essentials Plus.

Achieving Cyber Essentials Higher Level Plus certification demonstrates a robust commitment to cybersecurity, enhancing our reputation and building further trust with clients and partners. This level of certification shows that the company meets stringent security standards, reassuring suppliers and customers that their data is being handled securely.

Cyber Essentials Higher Level Plus involves an independent assessment, providing an additional layer of credibility. This can be particularly advantageous when bidding for contracts, especially with government bodies or larger corporations that often require such certifications as standard.

In addition to improving trust and credibility, the certification can also lead to cost savings within the business. By implementing the necessary cybersecurity measures, we hope to significantly reduce the risk of cyber attacks, potentially saving on recovery costs and insurance premiums.

In addition, the certification process encourages continuous improvement in cybersecurity practices. By regularly reviewing and updating our security measures, we can stay ahead of evolving threats and ensure long-term resilience and best practice.

Many thanks to Suzanne Durnian and her team who have led the project to gain this certification.

Samson Pallet Stability (part of the Samuel Grant Group) is proud to announce new additions to the award-winning Samson Nano range. 

By adding the rotating arm machine and fully automated pallet wrapping lines to the offering, the team are now able to offer even more solutions, especially to companies who need to wrap high volumes of pallets 24/7.  

The rotating arm machine was added in response to popular demand. The film wraps around the pallet, allowing the machine to wrap more unwieldy or unstable pallets that would be challenging to wrap on a revolving turntable. The rotating arm machine can be used with manual, EPT or FLT loading at floor level, or in line with conveyors.  

The Samson Nano fully automated pallet wrapping line in-feeds multiple pallets on the conveyor. Pallets are wrapped to EUMOS standard in seconds with machines capable of 40rpm. This option provides the fastest wrapping solution for any business needing to wrap pallets consistently and efficiently.  With a choice of conveyor lengths, height and bespoke infeed and outfeed options available, the Samson Nano Autoline is proving to be a very popular yet cost effective solution, with less labour resource required to achieve the highest throughput possible. 

The rotating arm and Autoline have an inbuilt roping and sealing device as standard, so no loose tails of film are left hanging from the pallet after wrapping. 

Both types of machine are available on the Samson Nano’s unique fixed-price-per-wrapped-pallet offering. This means there is no capex for their installation, with stretchfilm, servicing, maintenance, parts and guarding for auto lines, and 24/7 login portal all included in the fixed pallet price.  

In 2018, the Samson Nano was awarded the Queen’s Award for Innovation thanks to its unique offering and ongoing customer care from the Samson Pallet Stabiility team. Using a Samson Nano solution reduces the amount of plastic film used by clients and its load securing capability reduces the chance of goods being damaged in transit or causing accidents to operatives and logistics professionals. 

Julia Davis, Managing Director of Samson Pallet Stability, said: “The new machines represent significant investment from the company, and mean Samson Pallet Stability is now totally unique in the UK in terms of the range of machinery that can be offered to suit customers’ exacting requirements. Coupled with the testing facility we offer via the Samson Nano Slingshot, we can test load stability to EUMOS standards and give customers ongoing peace of mind that their goods will reach their destinations safely and in perfect condition, whilst using the smallest amount of wrapping film possible.” 

Samson Pallet Stability’s Dan Hirst has recently qualified as a Community First Responder for the Yorkshire Ambulance Service. As a Group, Samuel Grant supports charity and volunteering endeavours of all the team, and we were interested to hear more from Dan as to why he’s taken on such a big role outside of work. 

 “Last summer, my mother was in intensive care and her chances of survival were bleak for a short while. Luckily, she rallied and is now on the mend, but the experience was a stark reminder of the fragility of life. I couldn’t thank the hospital staff enough for their efforts, even during the doctors strikes. It was going through that which made me look into volunteering as a Community First Responder (CFR), as a thank you to the NHS for helping my mother recover and to give something back to the community. 

 “After being accepted at the initial interview back in February, I then carried out the various checks, e-learning courses, and the physical training. My manager, Julia Davis, has been very supportive and encouraging whilst I’ve been going through the recruitment and training process. 

 “As part of the Yorkshire Ambulance Service, I now volunteer for at least 20 hours a month, amongst a team in the local area to where I live. A CFR can be the first person to attend a 999 call for a multitude of health issues including heart attacks, strokes, and seizures. We are trained in basic life support and are there to assist a patient until a paramedic arrives. 

 “I’ve never done any volunteering of this nature before, and whilst it’s very new at the moment, it will feel very rewarding when I’ve been able to help someone in possibly one of their worst moments. Giving up a few hours of my free time not only helps others in my local community, but it helps the NHS free up their resources.”  

 “ Dan is a major part of the success of the Samson Pallet Stability team. I am incredibly proud of him becoming a CFR volunteer and I know he will be equally brilliant.” – Julia Davis (Managing Director). 

We caught up with Calum to hear about his career so far: 

I went for my interview to join the Grants on my 18th Birthday! A lot of my friends went to uni and I didn’t want to. I started with Samuel Grant Group in 2013 as an Apprentice Logistics Planner working in the warehouse in Leeds. I passed my NVQ in warehouse and logistics, and became an Assistant Buyer. I completed my CIPS Level 3 which allowed me to become a buyer and then moved into Samson Nano in 2020 just before covid.  

The move to the new role involved a huge amount of on the job training with Julia Davis (Samson Pallet Stability MD) finding best ways to secure pallets  with our machines and film. I was involved from the start of launching Samson Nano Slingshot, our horizontal pallet stability testing table, and getting it up and running into the lab it is today.  

I’ve been fortunate to attend lots of exhibitions including PPMA and Intralogistex meeting potential customers . I spend a lot of my time visiting customers to offer continual customer service support. This support focus is either on wrapping and functionality of our machines, or looking after machine and price-per-pallet pricing.  

There’s been a huge shift since I started working in the sector towards increased sustainability within the sector. The introduction of the plastic tax in 2022 meant we had to learn a lot more about the performance of recycled materials in the pallet stability process. Our machinery has continued to develop, with new technologies and software developments in line with client requirements. We never stand still! The focus has also increased on health and safety in pallet stability. The Samson Nano Slingshot is a big part of what I do since I was with it since ‘birth’.  

I’m always surprised at the level of detail required in the supply chain and how much there is to talk about. The passion that some people have for pallet wrapping is hugely surprising but once you’re involved in this world you can see why. We pride ourselves on honesty and I’m always shocked to find that we’re competing against machine sellers who give spurious claims. It’s hard to believe how much misinformation there is in the market. I also remain surprised how many manufacturers just sell a machine and then walk away without caring what happens to it. 

My biggest achievement must be passing the EUMOS exam in 2023, to become one of the UK’s only qualified experts in cargo securing and transport packaging.  

I also jointly developed Samson Nano Live, our new customer integrated internet-linked reporting portal for Samson Nano machines, with Jae (R&D Manager). This launched in Sept 2023 at PPMA exhibition. I was heavily involved in designing the dedicated customer wrapping portal, which delivers valuable operational data in real time. 

I have been recognised as a rising star in my company through my hardwork and passion for my role. I know I am an integral part of the success of the business, and not just a number. Regular two way feedback and communication is important, to make sure young talent knows the direction of the business and can be instrumental in help achieve this. I know my opinion matters and if I spot an improvement, it’s implemented. 

Everything we do is adding on to what  a logistics chain needs. We’re not only working within our own industry but also seeing different companies and learning about what they’re doing. Lots of different sectors and lots of different problems to solve, from abattoirs to engine casting. No two days are the same, I never get bored. I’ve seen so much of the UK since starting this job – we’re in different places every day, out meeting people, finding out about them and their  businesses. 

Samuel Grant Packaging partnered with their print service provider Oyster to attend their planting day in Holmfirth on Friday 8th March 2024. Enough trees were planted to reforest the annual paper consumption used by Samuel Grant Packaging under Oyster’s ‘You print we plant’ initiative. 

The Leeds’ branch team from Samuel Grant Packaging had the opportunity to plant the trees themselves and learn about the impact that the trees will have on the local environment: ensuring the survival of species threatened by habitat loss, maintaining ecosystems and safeguarding our ecological heritage. 

Oyster’s sustainable approach to tree planting is holistic, offsetting all of Samuel Grant’s paper consumption by reforestation. 

 ‘It gives Oyster great pride to be able to offer this experience to our clients, all of whom can now see the vital importance of our sustainable printing project,’ said Oyster’s Director Phil Birkhead. ‘Over 7,500 hedgerow plants, shrubs and trees were planted, making a positive impact on the local environment and increasing the biodiversity for generations to come.’ 

‘Samuel Grant’s employees were delighted to see this Oyster’s pledge in action’ said Suzanne Durnian, General Manager, Samuel Grant Leeds. ‘It was incredible and a real privilege to represent the values of our company, in terms of the environment and CSR. It was also a great opportunity to meet like-minded people from other companies, working together and seeing the impact of our efforts on the environment.’