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A graphic which shows various pictures of Chris and Susan Ellison with from OPM Group with attendees at the FINAT Economic Label Forum 2026 in Seville. The text on the graphic reads 'FINAT 2026, The European Label Forum. Real Conversations. Real Insight and Real Impact'

FINAT European Label Forum 2026: Key Insights from Seville

June 4, 2026

FINAT European Label Forum 2026 Seville did not disappoint! A brilliant few days reconnecting with friends across the industry and making some great new connections along the way, which is exactly what FINAT does best. But beyond the networking, the quality of the programme this year really stood out. The sessions were sharp, relevant, and […]

A collage showing flat bottom pouch manufacturing at Karlville Swiss, including pouch making machines, printed OPM pouches and team members reviewing packaging samples

OPM Builds Flat Bottom Pouch Expertise with Karlville

May 22, 2026

A week well spent in Switzerland 😉 Last week our pouch team were on site with the Karlville team in Switzerland, getting hands-on with our second pouch machine — the KS‑FB‑400, designed to convert flat bottom pouches. This investment marks another important step in strengthening OPM’s flexible packaging capability, and there’s no substitute for being […]

Vitafoods Europe Barcelona: Arnie & Steph’s Insights on Nutraceutical Packaging Trends

May 14, 2026

Great to see our sales team making the most of Vitafoods Europe in Barcelona last week, an excellent opportunity to strengthen relationships with existing clients while also connecting with new customers and suppliers. Events like this are key to supporting our customers’ packaging journeys, sharing ideas, and bringing fresh insights back into OPM. ARNIE SAID: […]

VE Day remembrance graphic with Union Jack and tribute text honouring those who helped end the Second World War in Europe

VE Day: OPM Group Commemorate Courage, Sacrifice and Freedom

May 8, 2026

Today, we mark VE Day, commemorating the end of the Second World War in Europe. It is a time to pause and pay tribute to the men, women and animals whose courage and determination helped bring the war in Europe to an end. As we reflect on the freedoms we have today, and on the […]

OPM at the Sue Ryder Mascot Gold Cup: A Family Fun Day at Wetherby Racecourse

May 1, 2026

✨ What a fantastic day at Wetherby Racecourse! ✨ Sunday’s Sue Ryder Mascot Gold Cup Family Race Day was everything we hoped it would be and more! It was wonderful to see the OPM team out in force (116!) with their families and friends, enjoying some much‑needed downtime together away from the day‑to‑day hustle and […]

OPM Group Sponsor Sue Ryder Mascot Gold Cup 2026

April 22, 2026

This Sunday the OPM (Labels and Packaging) Group team will be heading over to Wetherby Racecourse Hospitality & Events with our families to enjoy a well‑earned day out at the Sue Ryder Mascot Gold Cup Family Race Day. We’re really looking forward to taking some down time together as a team, relaxing, having fun, and […]

OPM’s Business Development Director Completes Milan Marathon

April 17, 2026

He’s done it again! 🏃 Congratulations to our Business Development Director Arnie Ellison for completing the Milano Marathon in an incredible 3hours 29 minutes! On Sunday 12th April, Arnie joined 15,000 runners to complete the full 42.195 km course, which weaved through the picturesque streets of Milan. An outstanding achievement – well done, Arnie! Same […]

Happy Easter from the team at OPM Group

April 2, 2026

Happy Easter from all of us at OPM (Labels and Packaging) Group🌼 As Easter arrives, we just wanted to send a big thank you to our customers, suppliers, partners, team, friends, and family who support and cheer on OPM Group! We hope the Easter break gives you a chance to slow down, enjoy good company, […]

Duplo and Bar Graphic Machinery Team Visit OPM Group

March 31, 2026

A great day of collaboration at OPM Group!We were excited to welcome the Duplo International teams from Japan and Europe, alongside BGM – Bar Graphic Machinery, to our Leeds site. It was a pleasure see familiar faces Adam James, Bill Rhodes and Patryk Dudziński from Bar Graphic Machinery, and meet Bruno Picquet, Chairman & CEO […]

Your Next Move Starts with the Right Packaging

March 17, 2026

♟️ Your Next Move Starts Here. At OPM, we don’t just make pouches,we help brands think three moves ahead. Smart packaging isn’t about what looks good today.It’s about the move that wins you the board. Whether you’re launching, scaling, or elevating your range,the right pouch packaging puts you one step closer to checkmate. Ready to […]

Happy International Women’s Day from OPM

March 8, 2026

Here’s to the women that make print happen! This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the brilliant, talented, and hardworking women across OPM (Labels and Packaging) Group who help drive us forward every single day. Across the UK print sector, women currently make up approximately 30% of the workforce, a reminder of both the progress made […]

Celebrating Apprentice Success at OPM Group!

March 6, 2026

We’re incredibly proud to congratulate Jack on successfully completing his Level 3 Print Technician Apprenticeship with the BPIF – The Heart of British Print. Jack has been part of the OPM (Labels and Packaging) Group team for 5 years, progressing through four key roles that have shaped his journey: 🏁Pit Stop Crew ✨Pre-press operative 📚Apprentice […]

Our New Printed Boxes Are Here and They’re Proper Yorkshire!

February 27, 2026

Our New Printed Boxes Are Here and They’re Proper Yorkshire! We’re excited to unveil our brand‑new OPM printed boxes, created in collaboration with the fantastic team at Greyhound Box. These boxes not only protect your labels, pouches & flexible packaging but they celebrate who we are. It feels fitting that our packaging now reflects our […]

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