ABOUT US
Providing innovative solutions to established markets.
At our modern paper converting facility in the United Kingdom, large mill reels are converted into high-quality coated paper products, including reams, sheets, reels, and precision die-cut formats. Whether customers require standard dimensions or bespoke coated paper solutions, advanced machinery and a highly skilled team are relied upon to deliver consistent quality, operational efficiency, and flexibility.
Every order is managed with care and accuracy to ensure each specification is met with reliable precision, supporting demanding food-contact, industrial, and specialist paper applications.
Who We Are:
We manufacture coated paper products in the UK for food contact and industrial applications, including our specialist coated paper range designed to add value. Our coated papers are designed to add value, solve real operational problems, and make daily work easier for businesses across food manufacturing, processing, and industrial sectors.
Our integrated supply chain reflects who we are and what we stand for. We develop and supply specialist coated papers to both long-established and growing markets, supporting applications where consistency, reliability, and compliance are critical. By combining technical expertise with dependable delivery, we help businesses specify sustainable paper solutions that meet strict performance and food safety standards.
As a responsible UK paper manufacturer, we care about people, partners, and the planet. Our papers are engineered to reduce environmental impact, using materials sourced from trusted and ethical supply chains. Through this approach, we support long-term progress, regulatory compliance, and a cleaner future for food-contact and industrial paper products.
OUR VALUES
We act with honesty and integrity in everything we do. Our customers place their trust in us to deliver sustainable paper solutions that embody quality, value, and dependable service.
We believe in continual progress and are committed to constant improvement. Through agility and responsiveness, we adapt swiftly to evolving customer needs while upholding our social responsibilities and protecting the environment we all share.
OUR OBJECTIVES :
As a UK manufacturer of speciality coated papers, we are committed to clear, measurable goals. Furthermore, these goals reflect our ambition to lead in sustainability and quality:
- Carbon Neutral by September 2026 (Scope 2): Taking decisive action to reduce emissions and operate responsibly.
- Zero to Landfill: Ensuring none of our manufacturing waste enters landfill, supporting a true circular economy.
- BRC AA Accreditation: * Achieved through our unannounced 2023 audit, confirming the highest standards in food safety, quality, and compliance.
- UK’s First Fully Recyclable Baking Paper (OPRL Certified): Proudly pioneering an industry-first innovation in recyclable, food-contact approved baking paper.
These commitments, therefore, drive us to deliver sustainable, high-performance coated paper products. In addition, they not only meet customer needs but also contribute to a more responsible future.
We serve industrial and chemical sectors with specialist coated papers for a wide range of release applications. Our team holds proprietary rights to several unique release formulations, developed for custom uses and often laminated to corrugated board for added strength and durability.
To discuss any requirements you have, please contact us
We supply sustainably sourced baking papers to quick service restaurants, trade bakeries, and retail bakeries. Our wide range of paper grades delivers reliable, cost-effective performance based on temperature, time, and bake cycles, all tailored to each client’s process.
Explore our baking papers in more detail on our Food Paper website.
Our History:
2017 –
Linwood Raker Ltd formed as an acquisition vehicle.
2019 –
Decision taken to Invest and Grow.
2020 –
Moved into Unit 3 | £180k invested in plant and equipment.
2020 –
Launch of Food Paper | AA Category BRC award ZERO non conformances.
2021 –
Headline Sponsor of Britain’s Best Loaf.
2022 –
Turnover surpasses £2.5m | Nottinghamshire Business of the Year Finalist.
2023 –
Launch of Pancharta | £500k investment.
2024 –
Winner of Sustainability Initiative of the Year - BIA Baking Industry Awards 2024
2024 –
Winner of Fast Growth Business of the Year - East Midlands Business Masters 2024
2025 –
Winner of Sustainability Project of the Year 2025 – International Bakery Awards
Additional Details
Q: What industries do you supply?
A: We support a wide range of industrial sectors, including adhesives, construction materials, composites, converting operations, and high-temperature manufacturing environments.
Q: Do you provide technical support during product selection?
A: Yes. Our team works closely with customers to understand process requirements and recommend appropriate paper grades and coatings.
Q: Do you offer samples for testing?
A: Yes. Samples can be provided to support qualification trials, prototype development, and performance verification.
Products That Add Value, Solve Problems And Make Life Easier
Get in touch today and find out how working with Linwood Raker can unlock value in your business.