Fenton Packaging Solutions and Quadpak have introduced UN‑approved Bag‑in‑Box (BiB) packaging for detergents, professional cleaning products and suitable chemical applications across the UK, Ireland and the United Arab Emirates.
The move provides an alternative to traditional rigid plastic containers for products classified within Packing Groups II and III, supported by technical expertise to assess compatibility and transport requirements.
“By combining Quadpak’s flexible packaging expertise with Fenton’s market knowledge and customer relationships, we can help businesses identify suitable packaging alternatives,” the companies state in the document.
The partnership brings together Leeds‑based Fenton Packaging Solutions and Sweden‑based Quadpak, with Fenton acting as a preferred partner for developing BiB opportunities in these markets. Quadpak manufactures a wide range of flexible packaging, including Bag‑in‑Box, Cheertainer™, stand‑up pouches and customised solutions.
“We are delighted to be working with Fenton Packaging Solutions to ensure that Quadpak’s Bag‑in‑Box and flexible packaging solutions reach a wider audience,” said Quadpak managing director Stellan Flensmo.
BiB offers a lighter‑weight alternative to rigid plastic jerry cans, reducing packaging material use and improving storage and transport efficiency.
For high‑volume users, the format can also lower waste‑handling requirements. Rising costs linked to Extended Producer Responsibility, Plastic Packaging Tax and professional waste collection are increasing pressure on businesses reliant on rigid plastic.
Spain‑based Proquimia demonstrates the potential of BiB in the sector. Through its Ecoconpack hygiene system, which uses Quadpak BiB for concentrated cleaning and disinfection products, the company reports a 95% reduction in plastic waste and a 75% reduction in transport and storage costs.
Bag‑in‑Box can use 80–90% less plastic than rigid containers and deliver a 4:1 logistical advantage, reducing fuel consumption and associated emissions. Fenton Managing Partner Chris Warren says the collaboration strengthens the company’s ability to support customers seeking more efficient, lower‑impact packaging solutions.
