2024 - A Review

2024 in Review: A Year of Bold Moves, Big Wins, and Baker Magic

At Baker Labels, we don’t do ordinary—and 2024 was no exception. This year, we upped the ante, broke records, and cemented our place as a driving force in the print and packaging industry. From cutting-edge technology to unparalleled community impact, it’s been a year to remember. As 2024 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the incredible milestones we’ve hit—milestones made possible by your support. (Spoiler alert: it’s been a big one!)

Harry, Steve and Tom Baker

Tom and Harry Celebrate 2nd HP 200K

Investing in Growth (and Making Room for It)

We’ve been busy wrapping up our two-year, £5 million investment plan – and by “busy,” we mean knee-deep in new equipment and factory upgrades. BakPac, our flexible packaging division, had a particularly big year:
• Two new HP Indigo 200K presses (because one just wasn’t enough).
• Two extra Galaxy pouch converters, so our pouch game is now officially next level.
• A brand-new factory space, because, frankly, we ran out of room.
Meanwhile, over in our labels division, we became the UK’s first proud owners of the Durst Tau RSC 340 LED. Translation? Faster, smarter, and all-around cooler label printing.

Second Galaxy Pouchmaker installed

First Durst Tau RSC 340

HP Open House: The Event of the Year

In October, we opened our doors to over 100 print and packaging pros from around the world. They came, they saw, and yes, they were wowed by our HP Indigo 200K. Between live demos, panel talks, and some serious networking, the buzz was electric. (Would it have been even better if we’d had both 200k presses installed by then? Maybe. But hindsight, as they say, is 20/20.)

Panelists included Steve Baker, LabelListen and

Panel discussions during HP 200K event

HP Indigo 200K Press Demonstrations

Sustainability Meets Style

This year, our BakPac division launched our MONO range of fully recyclable pouches proving that eco-friendly doesn’t have to mean boring. Durable, sleek, and good for the planet – these pouches have been a game changer for eco-conscious brands.

MONO Recyclable Pouches

Recyclable Spouted Pouches

Wellness, Team Spirit, and the Great Outdoors

At Bakers, we’re all about taking care of our people. We succeeded in being awarded the Level 3 Working Well Accreditation again thanks to a number of things that included:
• Laughter yoga (yes, it’s a thing, and yes, it’s exactly as hilarious as it sounds).
• Meditation and breathing sessions (for when the laughter yoga got too real).
• Quiz nights, game nights, and an Olympic-themed sports day, where things got *way* more competitive than expected.

Oh, and let’s not forget the 27-mile hike from Eastbourne to Brighton. The team powered through – with a mix of grit, determination, and maybe a bit of grumbling. But hey, those post-hike smiles made it all worth it. It is safe say our in-house gym earned its keep this year.

The start of the journey from Eastbourne

Bakers Coastal Crusade Challenge

Quiz Night Quizmasters

Training the Bakers Dream Team

2024 was all about growth – not just in what we do, but in how we do it. Our team dedicated themselves to levelling up their skills, sharing expertise, and proving that teamwork really does make the dream work. We’re heading into 2025 sharper than ever -and award winners too. We picked up the gong at this year’s Digital Printer Awards in their “Closing the Skills Gap” category and were finalists in the Essex Business Awards in their Employer of the Year category.

Winners at the Digital Printer Awards

Bakers Academy Session

Bakers Foundation: Heart, Hustle, and Half a Million

Thanks to you, this year, the Bakers Foundation hit an incredible milestone: £500,000 in lifetime donations. In 2024 alone, we gave £150,000 to over 30 worthy causes, making a real difference for people who need it most.
As proud sponsors of the Brentwood Half Marathon, we cheered on our Bakers runners (some a little faster than others) and volunteers, all while raising vital funds for our community.

In recognition of our efforts for charities and in the community we were awarded the Essex Business Award for Charity and Community.

Bakers Brentwood Half Marathon 2024

Christmas Wrapping at Kids Inspire

2025: Bring It On

As we gear up for another exciting year, we want to thank our customers and suppliers for being part of our journey.

From all of us here at Bakers we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Here’s to an even bigger, better and brighter 2025!

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2024 – A Review