Sharpak Aylesham
About us
SHARPAK, part of the GUILLIN Group, is a leading UK manufacturer of rigid food packaging, recognised across the industry for its technical expertise, commitment to innovation, and dedication to building a truly circular packaging economy. As a forward-thinking producer, we develop high-performance, recyclable solutions that protect food, reduce waste, and help customers transition toward responsible packaging choices across all food sectors, including fresh produce, food service, meal solutions, and meat, fish and poultry.
Our operations span three manufacturing sites across England, enabling us to deliver consistent quality, strong capacity, and responsive local service to customers throughout the UK and beyond, supported by the strength of a global business. We supply multi-material packaging solutions, including PET, PP, cardboard, paper, and hybrid formats, engineered for a wide variety of hot and cold food applications. This breadth of range allows us to match the right material to the right use, ensuring optimal performance, recyclability, and value.
Leading the Move Toward Recyclable & Circular Packaging:
Designing packaging with end-of-life in mind is central to everything we do. We champion a circular approach, prioritising recyclability, resource efficiency, and the responsible use of materials.
A core part of this commitment is our integration of recycled content:
• Our PET packaging uses a minimum of 30% recycled material, significantly reducing reliance on virgin plastics.
• We design products for maximum compatibility with UK recycling infrastructure, supporting easier consumer participation and higher recycling yields.
Innovation That Transforms the Packaging Landscape:
SHARPAK is widely recognised as the UK’s leading provider of rigid packaging across a range of food sectors, including fresh produce and meat, fish and poultry, with a longstanding track record of pioneering first-to-market solutions. Our technical and design teams work closely with growers, processors, retailers, and recyclers to develop packaging that performs exceptionally throughout the supply chain while delivering measurable environmental gains.
We have launched numerous award-winning innovations, including padless formats and lightweight technologies that dramatically reduce material usage and enhance recyclability without compromising strength or functionality. These advancements help customers achieve substantial reductions in carbon footprint and packaging waste, real-world benefits that support the industry’s sustainability goals.
Multi-Material Expertise for Every Application:
With capabilities spanning plastic, paper, and hybrid solutions, SHARPAK offers a comprehensive material portfolio. This multi-material approach gives customers the flexibility to adopt the most suitable packaging option for each product type and supply-chain environment.
By understanding the complete life cycle of every material, from production through to collection, sorting, and recycling, we provide formats for our customers that meet their business needs and the requirements of their products.
Commitment to Quality, Safety & Customer Partnership:
As part of the GUILLIN Group, SHARPAK benefits from decades of technical expertise, extensive international R&D resources, and a shared philosophy rooted in quality and service. Across every project, we prioritise collaboration, transparency, and long-term partnership. Whether supplying high-volume standard ranges or co-developing innovative new concepts, we work closely with customers to ensure packaging not only meets but exceeds expectations.
Certified Quality:
All our UK sites are BRCGS AA rated, guaranteeing the highest standards of food safety, product integrity, and manufacturing excellence.
