Food Manufacturing

Food Packaging Scotland

Kennedy Smith is the largest independent solid board carton manufacturer in Scotland, trusted by major supermarkets and independent food and drink alike for our proven reliability, consistent quality, and ability to deliver at scale.

For over two decades, Kennedy Smith have been Scotland’s packaging supplier of choice for some of the biggest brands in the UK food industry,  and are renowned for our combination of advanced manufacturing capabilities with the flexibility to respond quickly to changing requirements.

We pride ourselves on our reputation for meeting the bespoke needs of each and every one of our clients and our ability to create custom, innovative solutions to help their brand stand-out and thrive in the highly competitive food and drink industry.

Our facilities are accredited to BRC Global Packaging (High Hygiene),  ISO 14001, FSC/PEFC, giving you peace of mind that every carton meets the highest standards of food safety, sustainability, and compliance.

We are committed to providing bespoke packaging solutions that protect products, meet strict industry standards, and enhance shelf appeal for food and drink brands of every size.

We support both nationwide brands requiring high-volume production and specialist producers seeking short-run or bespoke cartons. By continually investing in the latest lithographic and digital printing, die-cutting, and gluing technology, we ensure efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across every single order.

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Why Choose Kennedy Smith as Your Food & Drink Packaging Supplier?

For more than 25 years, Kennedy Smith has worked alongside food and drink manufacturers in Glasgow, Scotland and across wider UK.

From major supermarket suppliers to independent producers, we understand the pressures this industry faces: strict safety standards, sustainable sourcing, reliable lead times and packaging that has to perform as well on shelf as it does in transit.

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When You Choose Kennedy Smith, you are choosing:

Highest Quality Products on the Market
Large range of products constantly evolving to meet latest packaging trends
Unrivalled fulfilment record
Competitive prices
Eco-friendly manufacturing process
Exceptional level of customer service
  • Highest Quality Products on the Market
  • Large range of products constantly evolving to meet latest packaging trends
  • Unrivalled fulfilment record
  • Competitive prices
  • Eco-friendly manufacturing process
  • Exceptional level of customer service

Our cartons are trusted because they combine quality, compliance and consistency. With accreditations including BRC Global Packaging (High Hygiene), ISO 14001, and FSC/PEFC customers know they can rely on us to deliver packaging that meets every requirement.

At the same time, our investment in advanced lithographic and digital printing, die-cutting and gluing technology means we can adapt to projects of every size, from short bespoke runs to large-scale national contracts.

If you are developing a new food product, launching a seasonal range or simply need a more reliable packaging partner, we can provide a solution tailored to your business. Our team will take the time to understand your needs and create cartons that protect your product, reflect your brand and give you confidence in the final result.

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Established in 1997

How Kennedy Smith Became the Best Food Packaging Company in Scotland

Our reputation in the food and drink sector has been built steadily over more than 25 years. By combining continuous investment with a clear focus on quality, compliance, and service delivery, Kennedy Smith has grown into Scotland’s leading independent carton manufacturer for food packaging supplies.

    1997

    Kennedy Smith Founded

    2002 - 2005

    Expanded capacity with a new glue line for straight line, crash lock, and 4/6 corner cartons, winning our first whisky customer. Relocated to a purpose-built factory, adding a new Man Roland press, die-cutting equipment, and MIS technology.

    2006 - 2010

    Achieved ISO 9001, PS9000, BRC Global Packaging (High Hygiene), ISO 14001, and FSC/PEFC accreditations, recognised standards for food safety, quality, and sustainability.

    Achieving these accreditations was essential to our ability to meet the box packaging needs of highly-regulated major food and drink suppliers and allowed us to become a trusted supplier of packaging for some of the largest food and drink businesses across Scotland and the UK!

    2013 - 2016

    Invested in new CTP plating, an additional Man Roland 302 press, Iberica Optima die-cutter, and Bobst Expertfold gluer to improve accuracy and efficiency.

    2018 - 2024

    Secured a £2m investment, doubling production capacity with a second Man Roland 706 lithographic press, two Bobst Novacut die-cutters, and a Bobst Visionfold gluer. Installed a Xeikon digital press to deliver short-run cartons with exceptional print accuracy and gained SEDEX accreditation and introduced automation technology across production.

    2025

    Expanded pre-press with a second CTP plate setter and installed a Koenig & Bauer Rapida 106 lithographic press featuring inline colour control, PDF verification, and a logistics system.

    Today - Bespoke Packaging Products for Businesses in 2025

    Our quest to remain as the number one choice for quality packaging products in the highly competitive food & drink sector remains as we continue to build and invest in our sustainable, affordable and comprehensive selection of catering packaging for businesses.

Huge Range of Protective Packaging Items – Find the Right Packaging for You

The food and drink industry depends on packaging that is safe, reliable and designed to perform in demanding supply chains. At Kennedy Smith, we specialise in folding cartons that meet these requirements while also giving brands the strong shelf presence they need in a competitive market.

With more than 25 years of experience, we are trusted by leading supermarkets, and independent food and drink producers across the UK.

  • Ready Meal Packaging Scotland

    We manufacture cartons using freezer grade board that perform reliably in chilled and frozen supply chains. Strong construction, accurate cutting and consistent gluing ensure the product is protected from production through to retail display.

  • Confectionery and Snacks

    For confectionery, presentation is key. Our cartons are produced with high-quality print and finishing options that enhance colour, sharpness and design impact, helping products attract attention on crowded shelves.

  • Chilled and Frozen Food Packaging Scotland

    Frozen and refrigerated products require packaging that maintains integrity in demanding storage and transport conditions. Our custom freezer grade board cartons are designed to meet these requirements while still providing the branding opportunities food retailers expect.

  • Drinks and Spirits

    From whisky distillers to premium beverage brands, we produce cartons that balance strength with a refined finish. Techniques such as embossing, foiling and specialist coatings can be applied to give packaging the premium look required in this sector.

  • Artisan and Independent Producers

    Not every project requires large production runs. We also work with smaller food and drink businesses that need short bespoke orders, with machinery in our factory that offers the same high standards of quality and attention to detail for smaller runs as we provide to national brands.

Bespoke Packaging for Businesses – Custom Solutions at Scale

Kennedy Smith has grown into Scotland’s largest independent carton manufacturer, but we have never lost the ability to adapt to each customer. Large or small, every order is treated as a chance to create packaging that fits the product and the brand behind it.

Some clients come to us for premium finishes on beauty cartons, budget friendly sleeves or skillets for ready meals. Others need embossed whisky packaging or seasonal boxes for food producers. Each project is different, and we shape the work around what matters most to the customer.

Our presses, die-cutting lines and gluing systems give us the capacity to run short bespoke jobs as well as high-volume supermarket ranges. The technology is there to keep production quick and accurate, but the focus is always on getting the details right.

Bespoke work has been part of Kennedy Smith since the early years. It remains central to how we operate today, helping products stand out on the shelf and giving brands packaging they can be proud of.

Kennedy Smith supplies folding cartons to food and drink manufacturers across Scotland and the wider UK. With more than 25 years of experience and accreditations including BRC Global Packaging (High Hygiene), ISO 14001, FSC/PEFC and our cartons are trusted by both national and international supermarkets and independent producers.

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Need Bespoke Packaging Solutions in the Food and Drink Sector?

If you are looking for high quality packaging, fast delivery, a broad product range and a dependable delivery service, Kennedy Smith is the partner you can trust.

We work with national supermarkets, independent food and drink producers to supply cartons that meet strict standards while helping products stand out on shelf. With more than 25 years of experience and full industry accreditation, we are ready to support your next project from concept to completion.