Bakers is Shortlisted for Printweek’s ‘Company of the Year’ Award!
We are thrilled to confirm that Bakers has been shortlisted for Company of the Year at the prestigious Printweek Awards 2025! As an independent, family-run business with over 50 years of expertise in the label and packaging industry, this recognition is a testament to our commitment to innovation, excellence, and community impact.
A Year of Growth and Innovation
Over the past 18 months, we have made significant strides in business expansion, investing in cutting-edge technology to enhance our capabilities. Our growth strategy has included the installation of two HP Indigo 200K digital presses and three Galaxy Packtech pouch converters. This has cemented BakPac’s position as a UK leader in digitally printed flexible packaging.
We also installed our first Durst Tau RSC 340 LED press, reinforcing our dedication to high-quality, sustainable label solutions. These advancements are part of a £5 million investment plan to ensure we remain at the forefront of the industry.
Industry Leadership and Sustainability
Bakers pushes boundaries through pioneering technology, sustainability initiatives, and support for industry talent. We actively contribute to the Brentwood Environmental Business Alliance (BEBA), have achieved FSC accreditation, and continue to reduce our carbon footprint through energy-efficient workflows and EV charging points.
Our efforts have not gone unnoticed. In 2023, we were honoured with the Label Industry Global Converter of the Year Award. We also received the Digital Printer Award for Closing the Skills Gap in 2024. Industry leaders have recognised our ongoing commitment to innovation, skills development, and excellence in print and packaging.
A Business Built on People and Community
At Bakers, success isn’t just measured by financial growth or technological advancements—it’s also about our people and the positive impact we have on our community. With a strong focus on staff wellbeing, we’ve earned a Level 3 Wellbeing Accreditation, offering mental health training, an onsite gym, and even puppy play sessions!
Through The Bakers Foundation, we have donated over £500,000 to charities since 2011, including £151,310 in 2024 alone. Whether it’s supporting children’s mental health, wildlife conservation, or local food banks, giving back is at the heart of our company culture.
Looking Ahead
Printweek naming Bakers a finalist for Company of the Year at the Printweek Awards is an incredible achievement. We are honoured to stand among the industry’s best. This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team, as well as the trust our customers place in us every day.
The awards ceremony takes place on March 6th, and we can’t wait to celebrate with our peers in the print and packaging industry. No matter the outcome, this nomination is a win for all of us at Bakers!
Thank you to our customers, partners, and team for being part of our journey—here’s to an exciting year ahead!