History

The Association was renamed the British Packaging Association in 2003.

Originally established in 1908 as the National Paper Boxmakers’ Association, the British Box & Packaging Association (BBPA) has long been recognized as the only trade association serving principally the plain and decorative box industry.

Incorporating the Packaging Distributors Association enabled involvement of distributors and suppliers. This means the scope and accessibility of services available to any member of the BPA is excellent and comprehensive.

Profile

The Association is managed by a national Council elected from the membership and devolves from there to regional committees. Close liaison is maintained with other corporate groups involved in the wider packaging and paper products industry. Seminars and technical meetings often include representatives from such groups and the aim is to improve the collective voice of the broader industry.

The BPA is a founder member of the National Packaging Council.

A wide range of services are available to members.

  • Health & Safety
  • Legal Helpline
  • Industrial Relations
  • Industry Standards
  • Commercial Insurance
  • Environmental Affairs
  • Free information and advice

As well as a variety of social events and the opportunity to network with industry colleagues.

New members are always welcome - for further information on joining the British Packaging Association click here.

National Competition

The British Packaging Association participates in an annual Design & Construction Awards competition. There are a variety of categories and the competition is also open to members of the Sheet Plant Association, affiliated through membership of National Packaging Council. Trophies are presented and winners announced during the Annual Conference weekend each March. The Association also participates in international competition with colleagues from the United States and Canada.

Affiliations

The BPA has close links with the North American Packaging Association (NAPA) as well as its UK affiliations through National Packaging Council.