Posted on 12/03/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
One of the things that we absolutely love about working in the print industry is the diversity of our customers and the industries that they’re in. From sandwich labels to the fire-retardant labels sewn onto your aeroplane seat when you’re off on your holidays- Soabar supports so many different companies, their products and functions. But…
Posted on 10/03/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
When people think of dynamic and impactful industries, the label industry might not be the first to come to mind. However, those who work in this field know it’s a vibrant and essential sector that offers endless opportunities for growth and creativity. Here’s a deeper look into why the label industry is an inspiring and…
Posted on 10/03/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
It’s time for another Meet the Team Monday, and this time we have a career and lifestyle insight from Cheryl Charlesworth, who manages our Pre-press department. Cheryl has been with Soabar for 9 years and is an invaluable member of our team. She has a wealth of knowledge on all things design and digital which…
Posted on 07/03/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
We love to shine the light on the people that make Soabar what it is today. Labels wouldn’t get printed & machines wouldn’t get sold without the hard work of our fantastic team members. At Soabar we believe that we have something to learn from everyone, and that everyone’s story and journey is valuable. T…
Posted on 28/01/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
Soabar Customer Focus: Ozone Coffee Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Bethnal Green high street is Ozone, a coffee shop with a distinct difference. A calm, minimalist oasis might at first seem at odds with the trendy, lively reputation of East London. But it’s a welcome difference, one that has established Ozone as…
Posted on 28/01/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
We are delighted to announce that we recently gained our FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®) Chain of Custody Certification (C208984)! This is a milestone that emphasises our dedication to promoting sustainability and responsible sourcing practices. It also highlights our commitment to ensuring high standards of quality and integrity throughout our supply chain. What…
Posted on 28/01/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
Since 2005, GPSR (General Product Safety Regulation) has been enforced across the EU. It applies to all non-food products that are bought and sold within all European Union member states, and aims to improve product safety standards for consumers. On 13th December 2024, a lot of changes were made to the regulation…
Posted on 27/01/2025 in Company News, by Emma Achurch
Labour shortages are rife within the manufacturing sector, and the perception amongst young people about what it’s like to work within industries like print, is at an all time low. Knowing how to attract young talent is a challenge. According to Manufacturing Today’s Youth Misspent report, only 2% of UK youth would consider manufacturing as…
Posted on 31/03/2016 in Printing News, Company News, by Jon
Tamper-Proof and Anti-Counterfeit Labels: Protecting Your Business Against Retail Fraud The Growing Problem of Label Swapping Is your business losing significant revenue due to illegal, fraudulent behaviour? From major fashion retailers to small independent garden centres, the swapping of pricing labels has become a widespread problem across the UK and globally, potentially costing your company…
Posted on 14/06/2016 in Company News, by Jon
Welcome back to our series of blog posts that aim to ensure that you get to know the people behind the names and job titles here at Soabar. This time we’re interviewing Jon Nichols, who works in the Sales Department. What do our employees jobs involve on a day to day basis? How did they…
Posted on 15/07/2016 in Company News, by Jon
Recently, Soabar has become a proud supporter of the National Citizen Service (NCS) in Leicestershire, a program designed to provide a “once-in-a-lifetime experience” for young people aged 15-17. NCS is an intensive four-week summer programme that aims to equip participants with essential skills for work and life, while also giving them the opportunity to take…
Posted on 05/02/2017 in New Product Launches, Company News, by Jon
In November 2016, Soabar entered into a strategic business partnership with Konica Minolta by purchasing the C71cF Digital Press for our digital label printing department. This cutting-edge equipment makes us the first company in England and the second in the UK to utilize the C71cF, which officially began operation in January 2017. The acquisition of…
