JAMES Cropper has announced a new partnership deal that will see global materials supplier Winter & Company become the exclusive partner of Coloursource paper.
The agreement has been hailed as a ‘significant moment for the paper industry’, as it forms an exclusive partnership between two family-run businesses that brings the Coloursource brand to market. Coloursource is a range of 50 signature shades of paper material, available in three weights, described as being refined over half a century of proprietary fibre innovation and colour formulation.
The new partnership strengthens the long-standing relationship between James Cropper and Winter & Company.
Paul Barber, MD at James Cropper, said, “As a proud British business now entering our 180th year, it’s a privilege for us to unveil this major new supply agreement that brings Coloursource to the market. We know the launch of Coloursource spotlights British heritage and craftsmanship on the world stage, so it was important for us to bring it to market with a partner that aligns so closely with our company values.
“Since we unveiled the Coloursource brand, we have experienced an unprecedented number of enquiries from businesses across the world – businesses that want to source their paper from the home of colour. New and prospective customers looking for Coloursource should contact Winter & Company today – or they can attend our booth at London Packaging Week to learn more.”
James Cropper will be attending London Packaging Week, where attendees can experience the full Coloursource range. The showcase follows Coloursource’s debut at the Luxe Pack Monaco event.
Paul Davinson from Winter & Company added, “It is a privilege for us to strengthen our long-standing relationship with James Cropper. This partnership is the perfect fit for us – James Cropper’s craftsmanship, its proprietary colour formulations, and its in-house colour lab synergise nicely with our focus on service and quality.
“I want to thank our partners at James Cropper for trusting us as the exclusive supplier of Coloursource. The future of colour is now.”
