Contract packing services, often called co-packing or third-party packing, involve outsourcing all or part of your product’s packaging, labelling, and preparation to a specialist external provider. This allows you to take advantage of professional expertise, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and dedicated personnel without the massive capital investment of building this infrastructure yourself.

Drawing upon our deep expertise in the drinks industry, Storefast Solutions delivers efficient, custom contract packing services perfectly tailored to your brand’s unique needs. Whether you are an innovative start-up introducing a new drink or an established company looking to expand your range, we offer flexible and scalable support, specialising in solutions like Bag-in-Box (BiB) packaging, canning, and pouch filling.

The Storefast Solutions Advantage

Leveraging our contract packing services provides immediate, realistic benefits that help boost your bottom line and market reputation.

• Reduced Operational Costs: Financial efficiency is one of the most compelling advantages of co-packing canned drinks. You eliminate the need for costly investments in warehouse leases, specialised packing machinery, and a dedicated packing team’s recruitment, training, and management. Instead, you move from fixed overheads to a variable cost model, meaning you pay only for the services and volume you need. This makes outsourcing a popular and cost-effective solution for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established drink producers.
• Flexible and Scalable Fulfilment: The UK market is dynamic, with seasonal peaks, unexpected promotions, and sudden campaigns. Do you need to handle a massive surge in Black Friday orders? Are you launching a new Christmas-themed drink? Storefast Solutions is equipped to scale up or down to meet your requirements. Our capacity ensures you never have to worry about running out of space, staffing, or equipment, providing genuine, flexible, scalable fulfilment.
• Faster Time to Market: We focus on optimising every packing process stage to drastically reduce lead times. Our streamlined operations mean a quicker launch of new products, a faster turnaround for urgent orders, and improved customer satisfaction as products reach the market promptly and reliably.
• Improved Compliance and Consistency: Labelling or packaging compliance mistakes can lead to costly retailer rejections and returns. We enforce strict protocols and quality checks to ensure your products are packed, labelled, and assembled consistently, meeting all UK retailer and regulatory requirements.

Your Questions Answered

We understand that choosing a contract packing partner involves a great deal of careful consideration. Here are the most common questions clients ask, demonstrating the reliability and transparency of the Storefast Solutions partnership:

• Scope of Services & Capabilities: We confirm we have the required machinery and expertise to handle your needs, ensuring our capabilities align perfectly with your product specifications.
• Our dedication to the highest standards is formally recognised: In September 2024, we proudly maintained our AA BRC Grade accreditation. This achievement powerfully reinforces our ongoing commitment to quality, product safety, and operational excellence across all our contract manufacturing and packing services.
• Logistics, Lead Times, and Scalability: We confirm our ability to accommodate maximum capacity, discuss your typical production lead time, and detail our integrated inventory management and storage options.
• Cost and Commercial Terms: Our pricing structure is clear and transparent. We explain how we price jobs, whether per unit or as a fixed project fee, to ensure commercial viability for your available budget.
• Reliable, People-First Support: Above all, we value our working partnerships with our clients. You will have a dedicated account manager to help your business. This person is your single point of contact, ensuring quick responses, providing regular updates, and handling any unforeseen issues immediately. We see ourselves as a reliable extension of your team, not just another supplier.

Contact us today to find out how Storefast Solutions can transform your product preparation into a scalable, cost-effective, and professional operation. Let us handle the packing while you handle the growth.