BagKraft launches as a UK supplier of sustainable retail and promotional packaging

BagKraft is a new UK-based packaging manufacturer and supplier focused on sustainable retail and promotional packaging. The company produces printed paper bags, fabric bags and a broader range of packaging formats, supporting everything from independent boutiques and small-medium sized businesses to larger retail stores, global brands, and promotional partners.

Positioning itself as a modern, eco-conscious provider, BagKraft combines certified materials with current printing techniques to deliver packaging that is designed to be practical, brand-ready, and aligned with more responsible sourcing and production. The business also supports the promotional market, supplying packaging for exhibitions, festivals, and events where presentation, durability, and lead times often matter just as much as sustainability credentials.

A focus on certified materials and responsible options

Sustainability is a core part of BagKraft’s offer. The company is FSC® certified and highlights FSC® certified products across its range, helping customers choose packaging that supports responsible forest management and traceability.

Alongside FSC® certified options, BagKraft also offers carbon-offset paper through Carbon Balanced Paper, designed to help reduce the overall environmental impact associated with paper production. This approach is intended to support businesses looking for straightforward ways to improve the sustainability profile of their packaging, without having to compromise on print quality or finish.

A practical approach for retailers, brands, and events

BagKraft’s product development is built around the needs of businesses that require packaging to work hard in real-world settings. Retail bags need to carry weight comfortably, hold shape, and represent a brand well. Promotional packaging needs to look consistent across large runs and remain reliable across busy events.

The company’s team positions its service as friendly and approachable, backed by practical industry knowledge. BagKraft describes its role as offering advice and guidance as part of the process, whether a customer is placing a smaller order for an independent store or coordinating packaging for a larger rollout.

Online ordering tools coming soon

BagKraft is also preparing to launch a new online platform intended to simplify buying packaging. The planned system will allow customers to view prices and place orders without waiting for a manual quote. It will also include a built-in packaging designer, enabling users to upload artwork and preview designs directly.

For time-pressed marketing teams and retail buyers, this kind of functionality can reduce back-and-forth and make it easier to plan packaging alongside wider campaigns, seasonal launches, or event timelines.

Certifications and partnerships supporting BagKraft’s sustainability stance

BagKraft outlines a set of recognised certifications and partnerships that underpin its sustainability approach:

• FSC® Chain of Custody certification, supporting traceability and separation of certified and non-certified materials throughout the supply chain.
• Carbon Balanced Paper, delivered in partnership with World Land Trust (WLT), which supports conservation projects to offset emissions linked to paper production.
• Membership of Two Sides, a global organisation that promotes responsible practices in print and paper-based packaging and addresses greenwashing through consumer education.
• Membership of Love Paper, a consumer-facing campaign that highlights the sustainability and recyclability of paper and paper-based products, with optional logos that can be included on packaging.

Product range overview

BagKraft’scurrent  custom printed and wholesale product categories include:

• Paper bags: Kraft paper bags (overprinted and bespoke), luxury paper bags, and wholesale plain paper bags
• Tote bags: Overprinted cotton, canvas and jute bags, plus wholesale plain tote bags
• Printed papers: Tissue paper, greaseproof paper, and wrapping paper
• Tubes and boxes: Cylindrical tubes, folded cartons, and rigid boxes
• Printed ribbon: Satin, grosgrain and cotton ribbon
• Printed labels: Labels on a roll and labels on sheets

Contact

For enquiries about sustainable retail or promotional packaging, BagKraft can be reached at hello@bagkraft.co.uk.