Timeline
Discover the Pattesons Glass history as you learn about how the leading global distributor of glass packaging, providing a range of innovative solutions for the food, drink, and cosmetics industries has succeeded over time.
A Journey Through Innovation and Legacy
2007 – 2026
Acquisition of G&C Packaging
Pattesons acquires spirit packaging and decoration experts G&C Packaging.
Reducing Our Carbon Footprint
Following our move to Hewitts Business Park, Pattesons Glass achieved an approximately 80% reduction in assessed location-based operational carbon emissions. Our investment in solar power, battery storage, electric heating, EVs and energy-efficient technology is helping us grow while reducing our environmental impact.
Expanding Into a New Location
To support our continued growth, Pattesons Glass has moved to a larger site with modern offices and a bigger warehouse.
Blossom Avenue, Hewitts Business Park, Humberston, N.E. Lincolnshire, DN36 4TQ.
Winners of Glass Pack of the Year
Pattesons collaboration with BrewDog on the Duo Rum Bottle was awarded Glass Pack of the Year: Spirits at the UK Packaging Awards 2023.
Acquisition of Wares of Knutsford
Pattesons acquires online glass wholesaler Wares of Knutsford in a multi-million-pound deal.
Rebrands
In line with long term strategic goals, Pattesons launches its new brand identity.
Sustainability Achievements
Milestone reached in Pattesons sustainability plan with the installation of 5 electric charging points.
Partnership with Gaasch Packaging:
IPG acquires majority stake in Pattesons Glass in a multi-million-pound deal.
State of the art machinery Packaging
Long term strategies lead to investment in an automatic capping machine, increasing the efficiency and output of our warehouse operations
Expansion of HQ ‘Atlas House’
Doubling in size ‘Atlas house’ sees the expansion of the warehouse and office spaces including the creation of a roof top terrace, additional staff room facilities and meeting rooms.
BRCGS Certified
Pattesons become the first UK glass wholesaler to be accredited with BRCGS in storage & distribution.
Landmark Sales
Our first bespoke container is made ‘the 539ml Atlas Jar’ which has seen over 20 million units produced to date
Pattesons move to their new home ‘Atlas House’
Pattesons moved to a new centralised HQ with a purposely built office and warehousing facilities.
Expanding markets
Growing demand saw Pattesons venture in new markets targeting the beers, spirits & oils markets.
Success with Exporting
2008 saw our first adventure into exporting, sending a full container of jars to Poland
when it all started
Pattesons Glass Ltd starts trading, delivering Glass Jars & Bottles to the food and drinks markets.