Two great packaging ranges in one

To simplify ordering from the Kingfoil and Confoil product ranges, both will soon be known by the Confoil brand name.

The use of a single name signals a more streamlined service for the customers of both businesses, says Confoil CEO Kris Srikanthan.

"In effect, you can now order product from the ranges of two major food packaging makers with the convenience of streamlined ordering and paperwork that comes with dealing with a single supplier," he said. "Aside from that, whether you're a Kingfoil or Confoil customer, you won't notice a lot of change."

At a strategic level, a united Confoil and Kingfoil brings greater buying power and better utilisation of facilities, allowing it to offer broader product ranges, globally competitive pricing and enhanced services.

"The cost of aluminium has skyrocketed over the last two years to record highs and, at Confoil, we've worked hard to find new efficiencies so that we can insulate our customers from price rises as much as possible," Kris said.

"Of course, spiralling raw materials costs affect all aluminium products manufacturers but we're not complacent about overseas producers eyeing off the Australian market. We must continue to show you, our customers, that buying Australian won't hurt the bottom line and that you can count on the ongoing flexibility, quick turnarounds and responsiveness that only strong local packaging suppliers can provide."