JAMES Cropper Paper & Packaging has appointed Andrew Cockerill as business development manager, as the company expands its reach across the UK and European corrugated and speciality paper markets.
He brings 27 years of experience across technical engineering, sales, and business development within the paper and packaging industries. Andrew Cockerill began his career as an engineering apprentice at RPC Group Limited, later specialising in polymer chemistry and material science, before moving into technical sales and commercial roles. Over the course of his career, he has held positions at DS Smith, Corrboard UK, Cartonerries Gondardennes, and Winfibre UK.
“James Cropper has a reputation that genuinely stands apart. Not just for the quality of its paper, but for the depth of expertise behind it,” he said. “Joining at a time when the business is investing, evolving, and sharpening its focus across different markets made it a very easy decision.
“It’s a great opportunity to be part of a business that can operate at both ends of the spectrum — delivering premium, highly specialised solutions while also supporting more scalable, high-volume applications.”
The appointment is said to reflect James Cropper’s focus on combining technical expertise with commercial clarity, ensuring the business remains competitive across both specialist and high-volume segments.
“We are delighted to welcome Andrew to James Cropper,” added MD Paul Barber. “He brings a rare combination of technical depth and commercial instinct, underpinned by decades of experience across the corrugated and wider packaging sectors.
“As we continue to balance premium innovation with scalable production, Andrew’s perspective will be instrumental in helping us grow in a way that is both sustainable and commercially robust, while continuing to deliver the quality and service our customers expect.”
