Company News

Andrew Grant Statement Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

Posted: 23 March 2020

Samuel Grant Packaging is a distributor of packaging materials to UK industry with many customers in the food supply chain and pharmaceutical industries.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

Posted: 18 March 2020

Samuel Grant are fully committed to the health and safety of our customers, suppliers, employees and their relatives.

PackSynergy network reaches out to Switzerland and the Baltic States.

Posted: 09 March 2020

Europe’s biggest network of medium-sized, owner-managed packaging retailers was further strengthened on March 1, when Switzerland and the Baltic States became the newest members of the PackSynergy network. Coplax Verpackungen AG and SOMI UAB take the network’s total membership to 20 regional mid-market leaders with around 40 facilities in 18 countries. CEO Thomas A. Baur, who in future will manage the association as a network brand, sees PackSynergy as a key competitive instrument for packaging SMEs in Europe.

Samuel Grant visit PackSynergy Member Apotea.se

Posted: 07 February 2020

Samuel Grant Packaging Managing Directors Andrew and Matthew Grant recently took a visit to Sweden to meet with members of the PackSynergy network.

‘AA’ BRC Status Across All Sites!

Posted: 22 January 2020

Samuel Grant Packaging are thrilled to announce that the Group has achieved ‘AA’ BRC status across all three sites.

Samuel Grant Gain Environmental Accreditation Across All Sites

Posted: 13 December 2019

Samuel Grant are pleased to announce that all sites now have the ISO 14001 environmental accreditation.

What is Packaging Consultancy?

Posted: 27 November 2019

The mission at Samuel Grant Packaging is to listen to our clients and give the best possible advice to deliver optimum packaging solutions. How do we do this? Through packaging consultancy. Our team of expert packaging advisers look at the entire lifecycle of products, determining the correct packaging solutions, to ensure that your products arrive in perfect condition whilst using as little packaging as possible, with minimal waste production.

New Speed Boxes From Samuel Grant Packaging

Posted: 12 November 2019

Samuel Grant Packaging are delighted to announce the launch of their new Speed Boxes, brought to the market in conjunction with PackSynergy.

Flying the flag for Samuel Grant in London

Posted: 06 November 2019

Sarah Blenkinsop and Phil Merrifield were delighted to attend the Logistics Manager Supply Chain Excellence awards at the Park Lane Hilton in London on the 5th November, having been shortlisted for the Environmental Initiative award alongside client Braiform.

Marmax Products’ Green Global Gold Win

Posted: 16 October 2019

Marmax Recycled Products, part of the Samuel Grant Group are a Global Gold Winner in the Green World Awards 2019.

Samuel Grant Packaging launch new safer Samson Nano Ferret

Posted: 14 October 2019

From the hugely successful Samson Nano pallet wrapping system, the Ferret was launched in 2018 by Samuel Grant Packaging. Developed as a solution to wrapping big or awkward pallets, as it drives around the pallet as opposed to requiring a turntable, the Ferret range has now been extended into a new style with added safety features.

Samson Nano Demo Day

Posted: 01 October 2019

Samuel Grant Sheffield hosted a Samson Nano Demonstration day, to showcase the range of machines available from Samson Nano.

Automation, e-commerce and sustainability: the PackSynergy network at FachPack 2019

Posted: 25 September 2019

Samuel Grant are delighted to have joined PackSynergy at FachPack 2019 in Nuremberg, Germany.

Visit Samson Nano at 2019 PPMA Total Show

Posted: 05 September 2019

1st - 3rd October 2019 sees the UK’s leading machinery exhibition held at NEC Birmingham, PPMA Total Show.

Corner Crushing? No problem for Samson Nano

Posted: 21 August 2019

Corner crushing. A term in the packaging industry that literally means what it says on the tin - corners, getting crushed. The term may sound simple, but it’s an issue that is very common in the industry amongst small and large businesses, with a solution that may not be so straightforward.

Samuel Grant Packaging Shortlisted in 2019 PPMA Awards

Posted: 16 August 2019

We are proud to announce that Samuel Grant Packaging have been shortlisted for Environmental Initiative of the Year in the 2019 PPMA Awards.

Shortlisted for Environmental Improvement in 2019 Supply Chain Excellence Awards

Posted: 08 August 2019

Samuel Grant Packaging, in conjunction with Braiform, are proud to have made the shortlist in the Supply Chain Excellence Awards for Environmental Improvement.

Samuel Grant Growth and Congratulations!

Posted: 12 July 2019

With three branches and two sister companies, Samuel Grant Packaging’s workforce is a strong and busy one! With department moves, promotions, and new starters a few congratulations are in order.

PackSynergy – Europe’s Largest Packaging Association Meet in Barcelona

Posted: 14 June 2019

Last week Samuel Grant Packaging Managing Directors, Andrew and Matthew Grant, took a trip to Barcelona to meet with European counterparts of the PackSynergy network.

Reduce Reuse Recycle

Posted: 03 June 2019

The three R’s - reduce, reuse, recycle - is a simple, yet incredibly effective strategy used in counteracting the effects on the environment that we create from energy consumption, the materials we use, and our sustainability.

Excelled ‘AA’ BRC Status!

Posted: 23 May 2019

Samuel Grant are delighted to announce that the company has achieved the highest BRC status for another year running.

Wrapping pallets by hand? Mais non! The French take a stand

Posted: 14 March 2019

Many businesses are still hand wrapping pallets. Not only is this an inefficient process, leading to an increase cost of damaged goods, but it poses risks to employee health. Musculoskeletal problems and back pain are common, with costs of work-related injury amounting to £15 billion.

Steel Strapping – The right product for the job

Posted: 11 February 2019

When moving large quantities of goods long distances, companies often look to strapping to hold them in place for the duration of the journey. This is particularly true of large loads being conveyed on flatbeds, such as timber, steel I-beams, and heavy building materials.

Growth Success for Leeds’ City Region Enterprise Zone Residents Samuel Grant Packaging

Posted: 01 February 2019

Samuel Grant Packaging are delighted to announce that they have met the criteria of their employment grant from Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership (LEP) due to a period of sustained growth.

External Packaging Specialist

Posted: 25 January 2019

Samuel Grant (Sheffield) Ltd have an exciting opportunity for an experienced External Packaging Specialist for the East and West Midlands area.

Made in Yorkshire Awards 2019

Posted: 24 January 2019

Samuel Grant Packaging are delighted to have been shortlisted for the upcoming Made in Yorkshire Awards.

The Stretch Wrapping Machine Graveyard

Posted: 14 January 2019

What happens when a stretch wrapping machine reaches the end of its life?

Around the Group 2018 – A round up of a monumental year for Samuel Grant Group

Posted: 03 January 2019

After a couple of years of exceptional growth 2018 should have been a year to consolidate on our success. However that was not to be.

Samuel Grant to combat Brexit and European Challenges through PackSynergy

Posted: 26 November 2018

Samuel Grant Packaging, the North’s largest packaging distributor, have become the UK arm of PackSynergy, a network of 17 leading European packaging materials distributors.

Samuel Grant History - 1980's to 2004

Posted: 12 November 2018

Mid 1980s Personalised adhesive tapes introduced. Demand outstrips capacity for supply

A Memorable Monday for Samuel Grant Packaging

Posted: 17 October 2018

Samuel Grant Packaging were delighted to receive the Queen's Award for Innovation, officially presented to them on Monday 15th October at their Sheffield Branch.

Celebrating 40 Years with Samuel Grant Packaging

Posted: 04 October 2018

This month John Coleman has celebrated not only 40 years with Samuel Grant Packaging but also his retirement.

Samuel Grant History - 2005 onwards

Posted: 24 September 2018

Andrew Grant and Matthew Grant take the helm as Joint Managing Directors.

Peter Stockton

Posted: 20 September 2018

It saddens me to announce the death of Peter Stockton on Sunday 16th September 2018.

The Cost of Damaged Goods in Transit

Posted: 30 July 2018

Customer satisfaction is key for the success of a business and that relies on having products that perform. If goods arrive damaged or broken it reflects negatively on your brand so it’s essential that you have a reliable packaging solution that will ensure your goods travel perfectly in transit. We at Samuel Grant Packaging have the answer.

Royal Accolade

Posted: 04 July 2018

Andrew Grant and Julia Allen were invited to Buckingham Palace on Thursday 28th June, to collect their Queen’s Award for Innovation in honour of the Samson Nano.

Samuel Grant Group Limited: History of 1891 – 1959

Posted: 25 June 2018

History - Samuel Grant

The Pride of Grant's - How winning a Queen's Award gave us all a boost

Posted: 11 June 2018

It was an amazing thing when we heard that Samuel Grant Packaging had been given the accolade of a Queen’s Award for Innovation in honour of the Samson Nano.

A Personalised Packaging Solution

Posted: 29 May 2018

Our commitment to helping our customers find their ideal packaging solution is what makes us an unrivalled packaging consultancy service. With our goal being to find an effective packaging process, while creating minimal waste, we help you choose a solution that'll ensure your goods arrive in perfect condition. Our packaging audits have helped hundreds of customers, here's how a no obligation audit will benefit you.

Samuel Grant Packaging are delighted to announce that they have won one of the UK’s most prestigious business awards.

Posted: 23 April 2018

The Northern England packaging specialists have received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise for their highly innovative pallet wrapping solution, the Samson Nano.

Resolve Your Packaging Problems

Posted: 12 April 2018

Spending a fortune on packaging that just seems to get damaged in transit? Our team of expert consultants can help.

AIR|SHIELD® Environmental Benefits

Posted: 23 March 2018

Revolutionising the packaging industry and significantly reducing the industry’s environmental impact is AIR|SHIELD®. A compact, lower cost and 100% recyclable solution challenging dominating materials such as polystyrene, bubble wrap and foam. Not only are the commercial credentials unrivalled but the environmental benefits are substantial.

Come rain or shine - Samuel Grant Packaging attended IntraLogisteX 2018.

Posted: 06 March 2018

The Samuel Grant Packaging team donned their woolly hats, braved the elements and attended the 2018 IntraLogisteX exhibition in Coventry. The show, spanning 2 days, saw the eye-catching yellow Samson Nano machine alongside hundreds of other big names in the warehousing and logistics industry.

Bubble wrap obsession

Posted: 29 January 2018

At Samuel Grant Packaging we are nothing if not obsessed with ensuring that our clients (and us) get exactly what they pay for.

Samuel Grant Packaging launch AIR|SHIELD®

Posted: 15 January 2018

Samuel Grant Packaging are delighted to announce the launch AIR|SHIELD® in association with their business partner Gaia Packaging Solutions, an innovative protective packaging solution for which Samuel Grants are the sole distributors.

Samuel Grant Packaging launch the Samson Nano Ferret

Posted: 21 December 2017

Samuel Grant Packaging are delighted to announce the launch of Samson Nano Ferret, an extension of their pallet wrapping range.

A new wave of recruits for Samuel Grant Packaging

Posted: 06 November 2017

At Samuel Grant's our staff are our best asset - we want to bring people on board and train and develop them to be the best that they can be, so that we as a company can continue to offer the best service and expertise to our customers. We are delighted to have welcomed so many new starters over the last few months, and wish them all a long and happy career with the company.

Marmax Recycled Products’ Work is Award-Winning

Posted: 31 October 2017

Marmax Recycled Products has had a hugely successful few months. As well as continuing to innovate new products and produce durable furniture, Marmax has also seen local, national and global award successes.

Samuel Grant Packaging become official Signode distributor for strapping

Posted: 24 October 2017

Having dealt with Signode since 2012, Samuel Grant Packaging were delighted to be approached to become one of only eight official UK distributors, with most others being located in the South of England and in Scotland.

Once again the Samuel Grant team rolled up their sleeves and headed down to Birmingham’s NEC to exhibit at the annual PPMA (Packaging and Processing Machinery Association) Show

Posted: 10 October 2017

The show covered three days from the 26th September, and our bright yellow Samson Nano pallet wrapping machine stood out well amongst the gleaming stainless steel of our fellow exhibitors. Our position just outside the bathrooms ensured a constant footfall of visitors to the stand, many of whom were interested in the Samson Nano’s CapEx free pallet wrapping system which is unique to Samuel Grant Packaging. In total nine members of staff covered the show, and having brought away a huge spreadsheet of interested contacts, it was well worth our visit, and something which we shall be considering for next year

Celebrating the fabulous Lorraine Lapping – 40 years with Samuel Grant and counting

Posted: 19 September 2017

In 1977 when Lorraine Lapping first joined Grant’s, she didn’t imagine she would last very long. Her Mum worked in the packing department for Samuel Grant and Lorraine had just left school. With only a Saturday job to talk about, her Mum was keen to help her get into full time work, and saw an opening arise at Grant’s for an office junior. Lorraine went for the interview, more to please her Mum than anything else, and Douglas Smith offered her the job there and then.

On the way to green glory…

Posted: 16 August 2017

Marmax Recycled Products are extremely proud to announce that we have won a Green Apple Environment Award in the international campaign to find the greenest companies, councils and communities.

Samuel Grant Packaging receive Top Safety Accreditation

Posted: 21 July 2017

Samuel Grant Packaging has been awarded accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor for achieving excellence in health and safety in the workplace. The accreditation demonstrates that Samuel Grant Packaging’s engineers work to exceptionally high safety standards when working at customers’ sites

Kippax Templars, sponsored by Samuel Grant Packaging

Posted: 10 July 2017

In 2016 Samuel Grant Packaging were asked to sponsor Kippax Badminton Club, of which our Assistant Warehouse Manager Tim Howcroft is the club Chairman. We were more than happy to put some funds towards the team hoodies, which now sport our logo. Since we have been sponsoring the club they have gone from strength to strength, winning a number of group and individual titles, including the Castleford & District Mixed Division 1 title, and the Leeds & District Men's Division 2 title. "It's great that the company were able to support the club" says Tim. "We hope to continue wearing the name and doing them proud in the process" We wish the club all the best for the future, and hope to see many more titles coming their way! www.kippaxtemplarsbadminton.club

Over The Past 12 Months...

Posted: 03 July 2017

The past 12 months have been a rollercoaster from start to finish. Here at the Samuel Grant Group, we've welcomed new staff, said goodbye to some, and even heard the patter of tiny feet.

Samuel Grant Packaging Expands Hours and Invests in More Staff

Posted: 26 May 2017

Samuel Grant Packaging, based on Orion Way, Cross Green, Leeds, have expanded their workforce and also increased the hours during which they can take orders and receive deliveries.

Terrific Scientific's Rainforest Legacy: Terrific Tropical Trees Sponsored by Samuel Grant Packaging

Posted: 24 April 2017

United Bank of Carbon is delighted to launch Terrific Tropical Trees, whereby a tree is being planted in one of four new African forests for every school that completes the BBC's Terrific Scientific "Trees" Experiment.

The Samson Nano - Further Innovations in Pallet Wrapping

Posted: 24 January 2017

Since its launch in 2013, Samuel Grant Packaging's Samson Nano has revolutionised the way in which pallet wrapping is both undertaken and charged for.

Samuel Grant Packaging to Collaborate with the United Bank of Carbon and University of Leeds

Posted: 01 November 2016

Leeds-based Samuel Grant Packaging is delighted to announce their new collaboration with the United Bank of Carbon - a registered charity run from the University of Leeds that helps forge partnerships between businesses and international conservation initiatives.

Samuel Grant Packaging sponsor Kippax Badminton club

Posted: 23 September 2016

Through our Transport Manager Tim Howcroft, we are delighted to be sponsoring Kippax Templars Badminton Club. Kippax Methodists badminton club was formed in 1953 and was one of the founding members of the Castleford & District Badminton League. Since a 2004 merger with another local successful club, Templars Badminton Club, Kippax Templars Badminton club has gone from strength to strength.

Holbeck Bowling Club - proudly sponsored by Samuel Grant Packaging

Posted: 04 February 2016

Here at Samuel Grant Packaging we love supporting local teams. Holbeck Bowling are just one, and we have proudly sponsored them for the last three years. During this time we have bought them team shirts and paid their team fees.

Happy Birthday 125th Birthday to Us!

Posted: 19 January 2016

It's been a very special week this week here at Grant's as we have celebrated our 125th Anniversary

Samuel Grant Packaging Open the Doors on their future

Posted: 09 October 2015

Over 100 staff, contributors and local supporters turned out on Thursday 8th October to celebrate the launch of Samuel Grant Packaging's new warehouse on the Leeds City Enterprise Zone.

Samuel Grant Packaging Relocate to New Premises

Posted: 21 September 2015

Samuel Grant Packaging are delighted to announce their relocation. The company’s brand new, purpose built facility is on the Thornes Farm Industrial Estate, part of the Leeds City Region Enterprise Zone. It boasts 50,000 square feet of warehousing space and will allow Samuel Grant Packaging to continue to expand their offering of Value, Quality & Service for which they have become well known throughout history.

What's in a name?

Posted: 03 August 2015

You may have noticed a change! Following numerous discussions, and prior to our big move at the end of August, we have decided to change the trading name of the company to Samuel Grant Packaging.

Day of glory at the Dorchester!

Posted: 03 July 2015

Congratulations to Carla Dobson, the North East's Samson Nano Systems Specialist, who has scooped the UK Warehousing Association award for Junior Manager of the Year!

Samuel Grant Group Take Home Gold

Posted: 18 May 2015

Samuel Grant Group are delighted to announce that they have scooped the prestigious Gold Award for Warehouse Innovation at the 2015 Intralogistics Awards.

425,000 sq ft of employment space on the ground in Enterprise Zone as work starts on Samuel Grant operations centre

Posted: 28 January 2015

Construction work on a new £5 million facility for Leeds packaging company Samuel Grant Group Ltd has started on site in the Leeds City Region Enterprise Zone, bringing the amount of new employment space currently under construction and committed to 425,000 sq ft, with the potential to create hundreds of new jobs.

Samuel Grant Leeds - Building starts at our new site!

Posted: 05 January 2015

Marmax Products Wins Green Champion Award

Posted: 03 December 2014

Marmax Products won the Green Champion Award at the Chronicle Champions North East's Inspirational Heroes Awards ceremony

Chronicle Green Champion Winners 2014

Posted: 28 November 2014

Marmax Products won the Green Champion Award at last night's Chronicle Champions 2014 Award ceremonry which was held at the Biscuit Factory in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Everyone at Marmax Product is really happy at winning this award and proud at what the company has achieved.

Chronicle Champions Contender turns millions of empty milk cartons into furniture

Posted: 08 October 2014

County Durham company Marmax Products nominated for top green award after transforming seven million empty milk cartons into furniture

Marmax shortlisted for Made in the North East Awards 2014

Posted: 25 September 2014

The North East manufacturers that will battle it out at Insider's Made in the North East Awards 2014 have been announced.

Marmax Products feature on BBC Radio Newcastle

Posted: 31 July 2014

Following major success and industry recognition, Marmax Products was asked to feature on BBC Radio Newcastle's morning show recently.

Marmax Products Limited, Co. Durham, shortlisted for prestigious Plastics Industry Awards 2014

Posted: 09 July 2014

Marmax Products has been announced as a finalist in the Best Recycled Plastic Product of the Year category for this year's Plastics Industry Awards (PIAs). The 2014 glittering black-tie event takes place on Friday, 24 October at the London Hilton on Park Lane and will be hosted by comedian and TV presenter Al Murray, aka The Pub Landlord.

Marmax Sponsor Regional Recycling Challenge

Posted: 04 March 2014

Marmax Products Ltd is delighted to be sponsoring a Northumberland initiative to encourage schools to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Marmax Products a 2014 Green World Ambassador

Posted: 26 November 2013

Marmax Products Ltd, based in Stanley, County Durham, have been presented with a Green World Ambassador insignia at a prestigious presentation ceremony in The House of Commons.

UPCOMING EVENT - Pink Day for Breast Cancer Awareness!

Posted: 23 October 2013

Ouir Sheffield branch will be raising money this coming friday the 25th October in aid of Breast Cancer Awareness.

Patch Handle Carrier Bags - Available From Stock!

Posted: 14 October 2013

15" x 18" x 3" plain white patch handle carrier bags now available from stock.

A Massive £227.21 Raised!

Posted: 02 October 2013

A huge thank you to all who donated to our World's Biggest Coffee Morning event in aid of Macmillan Nurses.

Raising Money For Macmillan Nurses

Posted: 27 September 2013

Our Sheffield branch is taking part on the "World's Biggest Coffee Morning" in aid of MacMillan nurses.

Printed Tape - Now Held In Stock

Posted: 05 August 2013

Available in five different print styles from stock.

Introducing Samson Nano Hand Stretch Wrap

Posted: 13 May 2013

The Next Generation In Stretch Film.

Special Offers Page

Posted: 08 April 2013

We are pleased to announce the introduction of our new Special Offers page to the Samuel Grant website.

First Issue Of Our Group Newsletter - Available Now!

Posted: 21 March 2013

We are pleased to announce that the very first issue of our Group newsletter is available to download now.

FoamPlus Protective Packaging System

Posted: 20 March 2013

We are delighted to announce the addition of the FoamPlus Packaging system to our product portfolio.

YouTube Channel Now Live!

Posted: 21 February 2013

The Samuel Grant Group YouTube channel is now up and running, at the following link:

Website Update Coming Soon!

Posted: 19 February 2013

Following the sucessful re-launch of our website, we have the first major update coming soon.

Charity Donation

Posted: 05 February 2013

The Leeds office have managed to raise a staggering £2492.40 in aid of St Gemma's Hospice in Leeds (http://www.st-gemma.co.uk).

New Website Launch!

Posted: 04 February 2013

Thank you for visiting the brand new, re-launched website for the Samuel Grant Group.