About Petainer

Petainer delivers innovative, sustainable packaging solutions with a focus on quality, performance, and environmental responsibility. Our commitment to recycled materials and circularity helps businesses reduce their footprint while achieving their sustainability goals.

Our Locations

Petainer has locations and staff all around the world, ready to assist you with your needs. As a global business, we are equipped to handle any inquiries and provide tailored solutions wherever you are. Our international presence ensures that we can address challenges promptly and efficiently, leveraging local expertise and resources.

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Our Leadership Team

Our management team at Petainer combines expertise in sustainable packaging and innovation. Committed to growth and excellence, we lead with a focus on quality and sustainability for our customers and the planet.

Hugh Ross

Hugh Ross

Chief Executive Officer

Anderew Jenner

Anderew Jenner

Chief Financial Officer

Chris McEwan

Chris McEwan

President Americas

Craig Pope

Craig Pope

Managing Director Continental Europe

Steve Smith

Steve Smith

Managing Director Nordics

Mathieu Raphat

Mathieu Raphat

Managing Director Asia

Alexander Kalinin

Alexander Kalinin

Group Business Development Director

Jack Denley

Jack Denley

Group Marketing Director

Michael Joyes

Michael Joyes

Sustainability Director

Our Impact

At Petainer, we believe that our impact extends far beyond the products we offer, which is why we have created this page to highlight our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility. We are committed to delivering sustainable, high-quality packaging solutions that make a positive impact on the environment, communities, and our customers. We believe that by working together, we can create a more sustainable future for all.

Environmental Impact

We are dedicated to minimizing our environmental footprint by developing innovative, lightweight, and fully recyclable packaging solutions. Our commitment extends to promoting a circular economy and helping our customers achieve their sustainability goals.

Community Impact

We believe in giving back to the communities where we operate. Through meaningful partnerships, volunteer efforts, and targeted donations, we actively contribute to improving local communities and fostering long-term positive impact.

Customer Impact

Our focus is on delivering high-quality, sustainable packaging solutions that are customized to meet the specific needs of our customers. By ensuring their success, we help them make a positive impact on their business and the environment.

Employee Impact

At Petainer, we prioritise creating a positive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and professional growth. We invest in our employees' well-being, empowering them to contribute meaningfully to our company's success and beyond.

Our History

Petainer has a rich legacy of innovation and growth, rooted in our commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. From our early beginnings in PET production to becoming a global leader in refillable and recyclable packaging, we have consistently evolved to meet the needs of our clients and the environment. Over the years, we've expanded our manufacturing capabilities across multiple continents, always with a focus on reducing our carbon footprint and enhancing product performance. Each milestone in our journey reflects our dedication to sustainability and innovation, driving us to create better solutions for a better world. As we look to the future, Petainer remains committed to pioneering new technologies and maintaining our leadership in the packaging industry.

1983

PET Production Begins in Sweden

The Lidköping AB site in Sweden was founded at the end of 1950s. Bought by PLM in 1977, the manufacturing site starts PET production in 1983.

1991

RefPET Bottles Introduced

Lidköping AB starts manufacturing Refillable PET (RefPET) bottles.

1997

New Site Opened in Czech Republic

A new site is built in Aš, Czech Republic in 1996, and starts manufacturing Refillable PET (RefPET) bottles from 1997.

1999

Sites Acquired by Rexam

Both Aš, Czech Republic and Lidköping, Sweden sites are acquired by Rexam.

2001

Preform Production Begins in Aš

Aš, Czech Republic manufacturing site starts the production of RefPET preforms.

2004

Recycled PET Introduced in Sweden

Lidköping, Sweden site starts incorporating high-quality recycled PET content into preforms.

2009

Petainer Acquires Sites

Aš and Lidköping factories acquired by Petainer, with funding from Next Wave Partners, Wheb Partners and KBC Private Equity.

2011

Launch of Petainer Keg

Petainer launches the Petainer Keg programme to start the production of one-way PET kegs. The company is now funded through KKR.

2013

Launch of Water Cooler Bottles

Launch of the Petainer Water Cooler Bottle programme for the production of Refillable PET Water Cooler Bottles. The company also releases the first refillable bottle with 25% rPET (recycled PET) inclusion.

2014

Jar Production & Klin Site

Launch of the Petainer Jar programme to start the production of PET Jars and preforms. The company opens a new manufacturing site in Klin.

2016

Expansion into the US

Petainer expands its manufacturing sites and opens blow-moulding site in Modesto US. KKR and Next Wave Partners invest in Petainer’s growth.

2017

New Site in Australia

Petainer opens a new blow-molding site in Melbourne, Australia.

2018

Global Expansion & Sustainability

KKR increases its investment in Petainer, becoming majority shareholder. Petainer launches the 20 L Hybrid Keg and expands in Europe, Russia, and Brazil with new manufacturing sites and warehouses. Lidköping site switches to 100% renewable energy.

2019

Europe Goes Fully Renewable

All European sites are now powered through clean, renewable energy as Petainer Aš also becomes a fully sustainable manufacturing site. Petainer launches 30 L Hybrid keg.

2020

Expansion in China

Petainer continues to expand manufacturing and opens a new blow-moulding site in Beijing, China. Petainer also launches new 15 L Hybrid and 10 L Classic keg sizes.

2021

Thailand Site & Carbon Neutrality

Petainer continues to expand manufacturing and opens a new blow-moulding site in Bangkok, Thailand. Petainer Lidköping is taken to carbon neutral operationally.

2022

Acquisition by Ara Partners

Petainer is sold to Ara Partners, an investment house specialising in decarbonisation.

2023

Second Site in China

Petainer opens a new blow-moulding site in Tianmen, China.

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