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MRP join The Midlands Packaging Society

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Midland Regional Printers Ltd join The Midlands Packaging Society – Strengthening Our Commitment to Industry Innovation and Sustainability

We are proud to share that we are now a member of The Midlands Packaging Society, a global network that has been supporting packaging professionals and the wider industry for more than 75 years.

This society is part of IOM3 and plays a vital role in promoting knowledge-sharing, innovation, and sustainability across sectors including food & drink, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and beyond. With the recent merger of the East and West Midlands societies into The Midlands Packaging Society, this organisation has grown even stronger, providing valuable opportunities for collaboration and continuous learning.

As a sustainable packaging company, our values align closely with The Midlands Packaging Society’s focus on development, recovery, and best practices in the packaging lifecycle.

Through this membership, we look forward to taking part in conferences, webinars, site visits, and more — staying informed and connected with the latest industry developments.

Together, we are building a smarter, more sustainable future for packaging.

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Packaging & Printing Specialists of the Year

Packaging & Printing Specialists of the Year

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MRP Crowned Packaging & Printing Specialists of the Year – Central England Prestige Awards 2024/25

We are delighted to share some exciting news – Midland Regional Printers Ltd has once again been recognised for excellence in our industry, taking home the title of “Packaging & Printing Specialists of the Year” at the Central England Prestige Awards 2024/25!

This marks the second consecutive year that MRP has received this prestigious honour, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. The awards celebrate small and medium-sized businesses that consistently offer outstanding products and services, and we are proud to be recognised for the care, innovation and quality we deliver every day.

Winning this award is a true testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of our incredible team. From design to production, customer service to logistics, every department plays a key role in delivering the high standards our clients have come to expect.

We are also excited to be featured in the upcoming issue of the Central England Awards Magazine, where we will be sharing insights into our journey, our ethos, and how we continue to push boundaries in the packaging and printing world.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our loyal customers, valued partners, and of course, the entire MRP team – without you, this would not have been possible.

Finally, congratulations to all the other winners and nominees – it is an honour to be recognised alongside so many outstanding businesses across the region.

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MRP Invests in a State-of-the-Art Heidelberg Press

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Enhancing Quality & Efficiency: MRP Invests in a State-of-the-Art Heidelberg XL 106 Press

At MRP, we are committed to delivering the highest quality printed packaging solutions, combining cutting-edge technology with our expertise to elevate your brand’s presence. We are proud to announce the latest addition to our production line – a B1 Heidelberg XL 106 press. This advanced five-colour press replaces our 13-year-old Heidelberg XL 105, significantly enhancing our capabilities and ensuring even greater efficiency and precision in our printing processes.

Why the Heidelberg XL 106?

The Heidelberg XL 106 is renowned for its superior precision, reliability, and productivity. By upgrading to this advanced press, we are unlocking numerous benefits that will directly enhance the quality and impact of our clients’ packaging:

  • Exceptional Print Quality – The XL 106 delivers stunningly sharp images, vibrant colours, and unparalleled consistency, ensuring that every piece of packaging reflects the premium quality of your brand.
  • Faster Setup Times – With significantly reduced setup times, we can streamline production, reducing lead times and enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Increased Productivity – The advanced automation and high-speed operation of the XL 106 allow us to handle larger volumes with ease, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Enhanced Colour Accuracy – Our new press ensures impeccable colour matching, crucial for maintaining brand consistency across all printed materials.
  • Sustainable & Efficient – The press incorporates energy-efficient technology, reducing waste and improving sustainability, aligning with our commitment to environmentally responsible printing.

Elevating Your Brand’s Shelf Appeal

First impressions matter. High-quality packaging plays a vital role in capturing consumer attention, differentiating products on crowded retail shelves, and reinforcing brand identity. With the Heidelberg XL 106, we can deliver eye-catching, premium packaging that enhances your product’s appeal and drives customer engagement.

Our investment in this industry-leading technology demonstrates our dedication to providing superior printed packaging solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. Whether you require intricate detailing, vibrant designs, or high-volume production, our enhanced capabilities ensure that your packaging stands out for all the right reasons.

For more information on how MRP’s cutting-edge print technology can enhance your packaging, get in touch with our team today!

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Lamina Mounter

MRP Invests in Cutting-Edge Laminator Technology

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As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing our capabilities, we are thrilled to announce the installation of our new  Lamina Fasline Edge 1116 FLE Mounter/Laminator, which replaces our previous Fengchi High-Speed Laminator.

This advanced machine offers increased versatility, productivity with up to 8,000 sheets per hour, sheet-to-sheet mounting of paper to board and board to board, whether solid or corrugated and with full servo control, it ensures edge-to-edge registration accuracy of less than 1mm and automatic feeding. It can seamlessly mount two sheets of board of varying thicknesses or paper to board. It is also capable of mounting various substrates to both open and closed-faced corrugated board.

Equipped with an in-line ‘Flip Flop Stacker’ system, it automatically flips sheets to prevent curling without compromising speed—a task that was previously done manually, impacting output.

Stephen Bates Managing Director said “We believe this new addition will offer better options to our clients, reduce turnaround times, and open doors to new markets. With the growing demand for subscription boxes, our clients are increasingly seeking environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic packaging.”

All CAD design, printing, mounting, die-cutting, and gluing are carried out at our Nottingham facility. Additionally, we provide full self-adhesive label and ribbon printing, ensuring consistent colour quality across all printed products.

To stay ahead in technology, we have also recently invested in the state-of-the-art Sanwa 1060 S.C.B. Axia blacking and die-cutting press, along with two advanced packers for our gluing machines.

Midland Regional Printers is committed to exceptional quality and service, holding ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and FSC certifications. We are also carbon footprint certified, and for every order placed, we plant a tree to support sustainability. With a modern, fully integrated facility, we are equipped to stay versatile and meet the changing needs of our customers. 

Please contact for further information https://mrp.uk.com/packaging-printing-nottingham/

Finalists 2023

FlexoTech Awards Finalists

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We had an amazing time attending the FlexoTech Awards in London again.

This was our fourth year as finalists and we are thrilled to have been recognised in both the Digital Labels and Packaging and Environmentally Sustainable Company categories. We are grateful to everyone who supported us and we are excited to participate in next year’s prestigious awards.

We would like to thank Will Mellor for delivering a fantastic speech and announcing the awards.

You can find more information at https://mrp.uk.com.

Gordon Ramsay Future Food Stars

BBC1 Future Food Stars by Gordon Ramsay

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We are very proud to announce we have had the incredible honour of producing the labels for the BBC1 Future Food Stars by Gordon Ramsay!

Episode 5 (Season 2) which aired last night, saw the two teams set with task of creating a bottled sauce, which they must then present to Sauce Shop (who have the most incredible sauces) and Gordon Ramsay for judging. The two sauces designed were Flaming Pineapple Molasses and Ha’Pea Ketchup. Ha’Pea Ketchup (best described as mushy peas meets curry sauce) was crowned the winning sauce and will be available for a limited time to buy at Sauce Shop – please see https://www.sauceshop.co/…/sauce-shop-x-gordon-ramsay…

We cannot give out too many details, however it was a very exciting night! After receiving the information for the artwork mid-afternoon, we had a few hours to create the artwork, make the printing plates and produce these labels. These labels were printed on our state of the art inline hybrid Mark Andy Pro 3 press with flexo UV white and digital CMYK.

It makes you really appreciate the work that goes off behind the scenes, so the contestants can continue with their tasks once the brief has been set.

We would love to have this opportunity to work with Gordon Ramsay again in the future! Thank you to Sauce Shop for the honour and we loved working with you on this.

Good luck to the final contestants! You are all incredible!

We would also like to say a massive THANK YOU to Brownett Ltd for stopping their production and producing these plates so quickly for us, we couldn’t have done this without them!

Labels Awards Evening

FlexoTech International Labels Awards Winner

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As you may know we entered one of our favourite range of labels into this year’s prestigious FlexoTech International Print & Innovation Awards – and guess what… we did it! We had been shortlisted in the ‘Best use of flexo within a single forme’ category and were delighted to be named the winner at a black-tie awards ceremony and dinner at the Hilton London Metropole on the 13th October.

‘It was a great honour to win this award for a range of labels we produced for food manufacturer, Pureety’s, Ultimate Marinade Glaze product. The labels were printed on our 7 colour press in 4 colour process and were then given an overall matt varnish, and finally a spot gloss UV, to give a really striking effect,’ said Stephen Tew

The FlexoTech judges agreed, describing the winning label range as ‘One of the best examples of the use of flexo in printing a complex set of designs from the four colour set, with registration and vibrancy being maintained throughout.’

Stephen Tew, Stephen Bates, Catherine Tew and Matt Seaford attended the event hosted by Whitmar Publications, this was a truly international evening, with around 450 people in attendance from leading labelling manufacturers around the globe. And whilst the companies themselves might not be household names, many of the nominated products certainly were, with ranges from top brands such as Asda, L’Oreal, Sharwood’s, Dettol and Coca-Cola all up for Flexo-Tech awards.

We are now looking forward to entering into next year’s awards – thank you to everyone for all your support.

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