We’re an independent packaging partner based in Howden, and we provide tailored solutions for businesses of every size, whether you’re a local takeaway, a bakery start-up, or an larger food business distributing across Scotland and beyond.
What makes us different?
Put simply, we listen.
We treat every client the same, whether you’re a craft producer just launching your first product or a established brand looking for specialist packaging.
Our team takes the time to understand your packaging requirements, your brand, and what matters most to your company.
BRC Global Packaging (High Hygiene), ISO 14001, and FSC/PEFC accreditation means every single item in our wide range of products meets the highest standards of food safety, sustainability, and compliance.
Why Food and Drink Companies Trust Custom Pack Studio
Almost every type of food business you can imagine has worked with us, backed by our decades in the packaging industry.
We’ve helped them all: takeaways, bakery chains, drinks brands, ready meal manufacturers, artisan producers, and major retailers.
Kennedy Smith is where our team built deep knowledge of what the food and drink industry requires.
We learned exactly what it takes to meet strict safety standards, tight deadlines, and the quality demands of major supermarkets by working on packaging for some of Howden’s biggest brands.
That wide-ranging experience means we understand the specific difficulties you face.
Every rule that applies, we know it.
We know the sustainability pressures too.
Years of experience have shown us what works on the shelves and what falls flat.
The food business moves at pace.
Changing demands, tight delivery schedules, and the high standards your customers expect all need a packaging supplier that can keep up.
And that’s where we come in.
Food and Drink Packaging Scotland – Quality at Competitive Prices
We keep our prices competitive without ever cutting corners on quality.
Every product we supply meets food safety requirements and performs exactly as it should.
That goes whether you’re keeping a ready meal fresh in the freezer or making a craft chocolate bar look incredible on the shelf.
Consistent Delivery Service
Our delivery service covers all of Howden and extends right across Scotland.
On-time delivery is everything, and we know that when you need your packaging, you need it when promised.
More than a promise, it’s how we run business every single day.
Running out of packaging before a busy weekend or seasonal rush isn’t acceptable.
We keep you supplied reliably across Howden and Scotland, thanks to our delivery service and Irvine base.
Customer Service That’s First-Class
The moment you reach out to us, you’ll notice the exceptional client service we provide.
The right packaging for your product is what we’ll find together, and we explain everything in plain English.
We don’t use confusing industry speak and we don’t hide costs, you just get honest advice from people who know this industry inside out.
Specialist Food Packaging Across Howden
Packaging requirements are different for every food and drink business.
What a high-street bakery wants is completely different from what a premium whisky brand wants.
A craft coffee roaster’s needs and a ready meal manufacturer’s couldn’t be more different.
We understand it, and we’ve always understood it.
We don’t push a one-size-fits-all solution on every business, and that’s the point.
As your packaging partner, we find exactly what works for your product, your brand, and your budget.
We’ve got the machinery and manufacturing capabilities to handle both small craft runs and large-scale production of packaging products.
The level of service stays the same whatever order volume.
Sleeve Packaging for Food Products
Sleeve packaging has become extremely popular in the food and drink packaging world, and for good cause.
Three things make it work: it’s adaptable, eye-catching, and affordable.
A sleeve is essentially a printed wrapper that slides over your product or its primary packaging.
Adding branding to plain boxes or containers is exactly what sleeves are perfect for.
You might have stock packaging that’s absolutely functional but a bit dull to look at.
One printed sleeve transforms that generic box instantly into something that shouts your brand name.
Got a seasonal range or limited edition planned? Sleeves are great.
There’s no need to order thousands of completely new boxes.
All you do is print sleeves with your new design and slide them over your existing packaging.
Whether it’s a Christmas range, a Valentine’s gift set, or a new flavour launch, sleeves make it simple and budget-friendly.
Compared to a full printed box, paper sleeves use less material and they’re simple to recycle.
Brands that think about sustainability get customer trust, and sleeves prove your commitment to environmental responsibility at all stages, from label design to last bite.
Food Wallet Packaging Solutions
It might sound complicated, but wallet packaging is really pretty simple.
It’s a flat card that folds around your product, usually closed with tuck-in flaps or a simple closure.
Across Scotland, food businesses choose wallet packaging because it’s practical, affordable, and looks impressive.
Product protection during transport and retail display is where wallets truly excel.
Food stays protected from damage, everything stays contained, and the card stacks neatly for delivery and storage.
One of the greatest things about wallets is the design space they give.
All those flat panels mean plenty of room for your branding, product information, ingredient lists, and anything else you need to get across to customers.
We design custom wallets that fit your specific product exactly.
Roughly right isn’t good enough – we go for actually right.
Everything is measured carefully, and we produce samples so you can test before committing to a full order.
How We Work With You – Quality Packaging Done Properly
Whether you’re a beginner or a professional, our process is built to suit your needs.
We’ve got options that fit how you choose to work, whether you’re launching your first product or you’re an experienced brand manager.
Get Design Help
Could you use some additional guidance?
Years of experience and expert ability come from the professional graphic designers we’re connected with.
Our design contacts can guide you through the entire process, whether you’re not sure what your packaging should look like or you just want to ensure everything is spot-on.
They understand food packaging inside out and know what catches customers’ eyes on the shelf.
Design Your Packaging Yourself
Got your own design ready or know exactly what you’re after?
Bring your ideas to life efficiently with our straightforward ordering process.
Your artwork, your choice – our team will check everything works smoothly together.
The technical side is what we handle, while you keep full control of the creative decisions.
Start With Templates
Don’t have a starting point?
A range of professionally designed templates is on offer to get you started.
Forget generic designs that look like every other packaging – ours are different.
Our templates are proper starting points, created by people who understand the food and drink industry and know what a quality product looks and feels like.
You pick a template, adapt it with your brand colours and details, and that’s professional packaging sorted without starting from scratch.
Contact Custom Pack Studio – Food Packaging Experts
Having the right packaging supplier makes life simpler.
Quality catering packaging supplies, delivered on time, at competitive prices, with outstanding client service that genuinely means something – that’s what we provide.
At Kennedy Smith, we learned how to work with the biggest names in Howden’s food and drink industry.
As Custom Pack Studio, we now bring that same expertise to businesses of all sizes, with a extensive range of products to select from.
Takeaway delivery sleeve packaging, baking start-up packaging, or specialist solutions across your entire product line – we have the knowledge, the stock, and the machinery to help your business thrive.
Although we’re based in Irvine, we work with food businesses right across Howden, from Glasgow to Aberdeen, Edinburgh to Inverness, and throughout Scotland.
We’ll supply the packaging you require, wherever you are in Scotland.
Discuss your packaging needs with us by getting in touch today.
On hand to create high-quality, sustainable solutions for your brand, your budget, and your business – that’s our team.
Howden’s independent packaging partner for the food sector – Custom Pack Studio.
