We’ve just hit a remarkable milestone - 60 years of innovation, teamwork and excellence at kp. To celebrate, some of our colleagues came together to reflect on our journey and look ahead to the future.

There’s no such thing as the perfect packaging material – if there were, we’d all be using it. Every substrate has strengths and trade-offs, depending on the product, application and supply chain. Rather than seeking to replace plastic across the board, the challenge is to use it more intelligently.

Sixty years ago, kp’s journey began with a vision - to create a packaging company driven by innovation and excellence. And this week, we celebrate six decades of doing just that. This milestone wouldn’t be possible without the incredible dedication of our employees, whose talent and commitment have shaped our success.

Aida Cierco's role as Group Sustainability Director enables her to combine her passion for building a more sustainable future with her desire to drive tangible impact. We recently revisited Aida’s journey with kp, and here is what she had to share.

Shrink sleeve packaging has long been a go-to for brands seeking shelf appeal, versatility, and full-body design impact. But as the packaging industry confronts mounting sustainability challenges, shrink sleeves are being re-evaluated through a new lens: circularity.

Paul Rawlings is the Launch Manager in kp’s Food Packaging division. Three generations of his family have worked here, and moving to Poland, as kp commissioned a factory in Bukowice, was the catalyst for many life changes.