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# Shave & Gibson

Packaging and Security Printing

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- [Group News 2025](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-2025/) - A year in review.
- [Gold Pack 2024 Awards](https://www.shavegibson.com/gold-pack-2024-awards/) - We are extremely proud to share that all three entries won a medal in their respective categories. SILVER MEDAL – Woolworths Noodle Pail This noodle pail utilises a water-based coated paperboard that is microwave-safe and leak-proof, offering an eco-friendly alternative to polyboard. It boasts a one- to three-month degradability and is designed to maintain the
- [Group News - December 2015](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2015/) - “I am angry. I am furious. Because I never thought it would happen to us. Not us, the rainbow nation that defied doomsayers and suckled and nurtured a fragile democracy into life for its children. I never thought it would happen to us, this relentless decline, the flirtation with a leap over the cliff.” Download
- [Group News - December 2016](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2016/) - On 18 August 2016, Shave & Gibson turned 35 years old. What a ride, what a blast! Neville Shave and I were articled clerks at the time, doing the audit of the old Rydal Mount Hotel on Durban’s beachfront. Neville and his brother-in-law, Alan Gibson, set up their new company and bought little Group Print
- [Group News - December 2018](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2018/) - Yes, it is true – we have not discontinued our periodic newsletter, and no, you have not slipped off the mailing list. The landscape in South Africa seems to change so quickly these days, that we thought it dangerous to commit any comments to scrutiny. In many ways, 2018 has been a dreadful annus horibilis
- [Group News - December 2019](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2019/) - Download PDF
- [Group News - June 2020](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-mid-year-review-2020/) - Download PDF
- [Group News - December 2020](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2020/) - Download PDF
- [Group News - December 2021](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2021/) - Download PDF
- [Group News 2022](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-2022/) - Download PDF
- [Group News December 2023](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2023/) - Download PDF
- [Group News December 2024](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2024/) - Download PDF
- [Group News - December 2013](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2013/) - As I sat down to write this editorial in the early hours of the morning of 6 December 2013, the sad news hit the internet that Madiba had died at around 21:30 on the evening of 5 December 2013. What a life well lived, and what an icon to guide us into the future. A
- [Group News - December 2014](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-december-2014/) - CRY, THE BELOVED COUNTRY! Alan Paton’s words were never more appropriate than now, and these are brought even more into focus as the country bids farewell to that other doyenne of South African literary liberals, Nadine Gordimer. We have very few remaining loud voices of reason. Archbishop Desmond Tutu is one of the few. View
- [Group News - March 2015](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-march-2015/) - “Open for business” is a term often bandied about by our current government. In reality, this appears not to be the case. A ban on foreigners owning property (now partially reversed); a cap on farm ownership (which will make a mockery of farming economies of scale); failing public utilities and infrastructure; more draconian labour law
- [Group News - October 2015](https://www.shavegibson.com/group-news-october-2015/) - There is a sense of doom and gloom prevalent throughout this fair land, it seems. Talk of emigration; fear of racial pogroms; a gluttonous tax regime and the entrenched and seemingly irreversible tide of state corruption have conspired to bring levels of business confidence to their lowest ever ebb. But, we also have short memories:
- [Gold Pack Awards](https://www.shavegibson.com/gold-pack-awards/) - Shave & Gibson won three awards at the annual Gold Pack Awards ceremony. The IPSA Gold Pack Awards is the showcase for the South African packaging industry and from its inception in 1973 it has grown into an event of considerable importance and prestige. The competition for medals is fierce, however the awards event is
- [A Sustainable Packaging Solution](https://www.shavegibson.com/earthpak-news/) - Shave & Gibson Packaging is excited to announce the launch of a new brand within the company: earthpak™.Our aim is to replace plastic, polystyrene and metal food trays and cartons. Manufactured from sustainable and certified paperboard, we will provide retailers with the first South African workable solution to eliminate non-biodegradable products. We are offering suppliers
- [Counterpoint Acquisition](https://www.shavegibson.com/counterpoint-acquisition/) - It is with great pleasure that we announce that Shave and Gibson Packaging (Pty) Ltd has acquired a 51% interest in Counterpoint Trading (Pty) Ltd, a leading manufacturer of paper bags, industrial wipes and related products.Counterpoint was started 14 years ago by two entrepreneurs, Ruben van Wambeke and Wim van Herzeele, and operates out of
- [Packaging of the World](https://www.shavegibson.com/packaging-of-the-world/) - Wilderer’s new Rose Gin carton, manufactured by Shave & Gibson is featured in the Packaging of the World online website. Packaging of the World (POTW) started at the beginning of 2008 and has grown rapidly to become one of the leading packaging design blogs on the internet. Click to view the submission
- [S&G strikes gold at Gold Pack Awards](https://www.shavegibson.com/goldpack2019/) - The annual Gold Pack Awards evening was held on 30 October 2019 in Johannesburg. The Gold Pack Awards is the showcase for the South African packaging industry and from its inception in 1973 it has grown into an event of considerable importance and prestige. The competition for medals is fierce, however the awards event is
- [Bobst Visioncut – a world first @ S&G](https://www.shavegibson.com/news-bobst-visioncut/) - Installation taking place in the Shave & Gibson packaging hallIn February this year, we sent two of our most experienced production managers in Mike van Der Westhuizen and Rory Jackson to Austria to take a gander at some machines that the packaging division were looking into. “Visiting the Druckerel Vuralberg factory in Austria was a
- [20/20 vision Into the future](https://www.shavegibson.com/20-20-vision-into-the-future/) - LAST month, readers were given a sneak peek of the latest round of investments undertaken by Shave & Gibson (S&G), with a tantalising picture of the arrival of covered containers in Durban’s South Coast Road. Now all those items of equipment are unpacked, installed, commissioned and operating at full tilt . . . and the
- [Meet the new Managing Director of Shave & Gibson Packaging (Pty) Ltd: Richard Downes](https://www.shavegibson.com/new-managing-director/) - Richard was born in Durban and is the eldest of three brothers. He was schooled at Clifton Preparatory High School and Durban High School, from which he matriculated in 2005, and where he was a prefect, and was awarded honours for swimming and water polo.Richard swam competitively for many years, representing KZN, and was often
- [South Africa's paper recycling industry sees upswing in demand](https://www.shavegibson.com/south-africas-paper-recycling-industry-sees-upswing-in-demand/) - South Africa’s paper recovery stood at 68.5% with 1.2 million tonnes of recyclable paper products diverted from landfill during 2019, according to Anele Sololo, general manager of RecyclePaperZA, the paper recycling association of South Africa. Among the most recycled paper-based items in 2019 were cardboard boxes at 71%, while office paper recovery and beverage cartons
- [S&G wins Famous Brands Supplier of the Year 2019](https://www.shavegibson.com/sg-wins-famous-brands-supplier-of-the-year-2019-2/) - Yesterday, Shave & Gibson was awarded (via teleconference) the Packaging Supplier as well as the Overall Supplier of the year for Famous Brands for 2019. We are immensely proud of this achievement as it reaffirms our position in the packaging industry as a market leader, having been awarded the Famous Brands Supplier of the Year
- [S&G Turns 40](https://www.shavegibson.com/sg-turns-40/) - This year Shave & Gibson turns 40 after it was established in 1981, on 1181 South Coast Road. (not far from where we are now.) We have been manufacturing quality packaging for the past four decades and moved across the road from 1169-1183 to 1290 South Coast Road, Mobeni in 2006. Our plant in 1981
- [Dave's Punching King-Dom](https://www.shavegibson.com/daves-punching-king-dom/) - On Friday 19 February the punching hall was officially opened by Dave King (former MD, Packaging). The hall was named “Dave’s Punching King-Dom,” in honour of Dave’s many years of dedicated service to S&G. Dave started at S&G as National Sales Manager in 2004 having elected to move on after the merger of Nampak and
- [Counterpoint acquisition](https://www.shavegibson.com/counterpoint-acquisition-2/) - It is with great excitement that I announce that, with effect from 1 September 2021, Shave & Gibson Packaging (Pty) Ltd has acquired the complete paper bag and wrap business from Counterpoint (Pty) Ltd. Shave & Gibson has been a majority shareholder of Counterpoint since 2019. These combined businesses of paper bags and wraps
- [Gold Pack Awards 2022](https://www.shavegibson.com/gold-pack-awards-2022/) - The annual Gold Pack Awards evening was held on 09 November in Johannesburg. The Gold Pack Awards is the showcase for the South African packaging industry and from its inception in 1973 it has grown into an event of considerable importance and prestige. The competition for medals is fierce, however the awards event is a
- [New Printing SA KZN Regional Chairman](https://www.shavegibson.com/new-kzn-regional-chairman/) - We are proud to share that our packaging MD, Richard Downes has been elected as the Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee for the Printing SA KZN chamber. He will share and lead with his vast knowledge of the printing and packaging industry for the period 2023 – 2025. We wish him well in this
- [Printing SA's new chairman announced](https://www.shavegibson.com/printing-sas-new-chairman-announced/) - We are proud to share that our S&G chairman, Simon Downes has been announced as Printing SA’s next president of the board.“Printing SA is honoured to have such an accomplished scholar, entrepreneur and social activist to head up its board, and to have someone who will take the organisation to new heights under his leadership.”
- [S&G introduces paper-based meal trays](https://www.shavegibson.com/sg-introduces-paper-based-meal-trays/) - Packaging manufacturer Shave & Gibson proudly unveils its latest breakthrough: paper based meal trays designed to redefine sustainable and convenience-based packaging solutions. Innovations manager Michael Downes explains that these trays, developed in collaboration with Dr. Oetker South Africa, a renowned global group, mark a significant stride towards eco-friendly packaging alternative in the food industry. Read
- [S&G acquires Barrows corrugating division](https://www.shavegibson.com/sg-acquires-barrows-corrugating-division/) - It gives us great pleasure to announce that Shave & Gibson Group has acquired the entire corrugated point of sale operation of KHULA, which was owned by Barrows Point of Sale. Barrows decided some time ago to exit this part of their larger operation, as they move more into the digital space.We have engaged with
- [Shave & Gibson at Drupa 2024](https://www.shavegibson.com/shave-gibson-at-drupa-2024-exploring-the-future-of-packaging/) - Shave & Gibson at Drupa 2024: Exploring the future of packagingShave & Gibson recently had the privilege of attending Drupa 2024, the world’s leading trade fair for the printing and packaging industries, held in Dusseldorf, Germany. This event is renowned for showcasing the latest advancements and innovations, making it an essential destination for industry professionals.
- [Strengthening foundations: Introducing Shave & Gibson's new strategic pillar](https://www.shavegibson.com/strengthening-foundations-introducing-shave-gibsons-new-strategic-pillar/) - At Shave & Gibson, we’re proud to introduce Sustainability as our fourth strategic pillar, an essential addition to our foundation of Innovation, Quality, and Service Delivery. This new focus underscores our commitment to making a positive, lasting impact on the environment and reflects our responsibility as industry leaders to champion sustainable practices. By embedding sustainability

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- [Awards and Certifications](https://www.shavegibson.com/awards-and-certifications/) - AWARDS & CERTIFICATIONS We have received numerous awards, both local and global, for innovative packaging excellence. Contact us today Gold Pack 2024 – 3 awards (1 silver, 1 bronze, 1 finalist)SILVER MEDAL – Woolworths Noodle Pail BRONZE MEDAL – Can Cluster PackAWARD FINALIST – Dr Oetker Paperboard Meal Tray Read more Over the years we
- [CORE TRACE Demo Page](https://www.shavegibson.com/core-trace-demo-page-2/) - CORE TRACE™ CORE TRACE™ Smart Manufacturing Traceability Platform Welcome, User 👤 Dashboard Jobs Scan History Quality Alerts Documents Reports Settings JOB 350057 Nestlé Harrismith • CERELAC REG WHEAT 200G Job Overview Works Order 350057 Customer Nestlé Harrismith Product CERELAC REG WHEAT 200G Product Code FGS0000001822 Customer Order 4563045934 Machine GLUER_804 Status Gluing Running Produced Quantity
- [CORE TRACE Demo Page](https://www.shavegibson.com/core-trace-demo-page/) - CORE TRACE™ CORE TRACE™ Smart Manufacturing Traceability Platform Welcome, User Dashboard Jobs Scan History Quality Alerts Documents Reports Settings Job Overview Works Order 350057 Customer Nestlé Harrismith Product CERELAC REG WHEAT 200G Product Code FGS0000001822 Machine GLUER_804 Status Gluing Running Produced Quantity 815205 / 796981 (102.3%) Production Status Printing Complete QA Approved Die Cutting Complete
- [News](https://www.shavegibson.com/news/) - News Stay updated. Contact us today Search Open Filters Awards News Uncategorized Group News 2025 18 December 2025 Read More Gold Pack 2024 Awards 26 June 2025 Read More Group News December 2024 13 December 2024 Read More Strengthening foundations: Introducing Shave & Gibson’s new strategic pillar 8 November 2024 Read More Shave & Gibson
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.shavegibson.com/privacy-policy/) - PRIVACY POLICY Our website address is: https://www.shavegibson.com/This Privacy Policy is effective as of: 04 July 2024Please read this policy carefully before browsing this website or using any of the services. Your continued use of this website indicates that you have both read and agree to the terms of this privacy policy.1.PRIVACY POLICY 1.1 For the
- [Security Printing](https://www.shavegibson.com/security-printing/) - Shave & Gibson Security Printing A legacy of security, a future of innovationProudly represented in over 20 countries across Africa For over 30 years, Shave & Gibson Security Printing has been at the forefront of high-security printing in Africa. While we’ve always operated under the radar – letting our expertise speak for itself – it’s
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- [Let's Talk](https://www.shavegibson.com/lets-talk/) - GET IN TOUCH Bags Head Office and Manufacturing: +27 31 942 0543 bags@shavegibson.com 1290 South Coast Rd, Mobeni, 4052, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Private Bag 54, Mobeni, 4060, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Cartons Head Office and Manufacturing: +27 31 462 2336 packaging@shavegibson.com 1290 South Coast Rd, Mobeni, 4052, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Private Bag 54, Mobeni, 4060, KwaZulu-Natal,
- [Our Story](https://www.shavegibson.com/our-story/) - OUR STORY From the very beginning, our business has revolved around customer satisfaction, innovation, production quality, and a commitment to continuous technological advancement. Contact us today https://www.shavegibson.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Shave-and-Gibson-Corporate.mp4Shave & Gibson’s story began in 1981, when brothers-in-law Alan Gibson and Neville Shave purchased a small business known as Group Print & Packaging. What started as a modest
- [Bags](https://www.shavegibson.com/bags/) - Shave & Gibson Bags Leading the way in sustainable paper bag manufacturing At Shave & Gibson Bags, sustainability and craftsmanship come together to deliver high-quality, eco-friendly paper bags designed for modern businesses and conscious consumers. As an industry leader in paper-based packaging solutions, we are proud to offer an extensive range of sustainable, durable, and
- [SG Displays](https://www.shavegibson.com/sg-displays/) - Delivering innovative display solutions to leading retailers across South Africa. sg displays, part of the Shave & Gibson Group, proudly leads the way in the design and manufacture of corrugated point-of-sale (POS) display solutions. In 2024, the group strategically acquired the entire corrugated point-of-sale operation of KHULA, previously owned by Barrows. As Barrows pivoted towards
- [Cartons](https://www.shavegibson.com/cartons/) - Shave & Gibson Cartons Delivering quality, custom folding-carton solutions https://www.shavegibson.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/sg-HOMEPAGE-VIDEO.mp4At Shave & Gibson Cartons, we specialise in the design, manufacture, and supply of premium folding carton packaging for a wide range of industries. As a dedicated folding-carton converter, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, innovative, and sustainable packaging solutions tailored to meet the specific needs
- [Packaging Sustainability](https://www.shavegibson.com/packaging-sustainability/) - Packaging sustainability 99% of our internal waste is recycled. Contact us today Our efforts to provide sustainable packaging solutions for suppliers and consumers is an important aspect of our business.Our products are eco-friendly and are easily recycled, and safe for individuals and the environment. We use renewable and recycled materials throughout our manufacturing processes. Sustainable
- [Press Coverage](https://www.shavegibson.com/press-coverage/) - PRESS COVERAGE Contact us today S&G introduces paper-based meal trays Packaging manufacturer Shave & Gibson proudly unveils its latest breakthrough: paper based meal trays designed to redefine sustainable and convenience-based packaging solutions. Read more Cold foil eagle has landed The Cold-Foiling Eagle Has LandedCold foiling is hotter news than ever at Shave & Gibson packaging,
- [earthpak™](https://www.shavegibson.com/earthpak/) - earthpak™ The earthpak™ brand was established in 2019 as a solution for single-use and non-recyclable products. Visit Website The earthpak™ brand was established in 2019 as a solution for single-use and non-recyclable products.Manufactured from sustainable certified paper, we provide retailers with the first workable solution to eliminate non-recyclable products. We are giving consumers and suppliers
- [Training Coordination](https://www.shavegibson.com/training-coordination/) - TRAINING COORDINATION Partner with us to simplify training coordination, ensuring accredited providers and boosting your business’s productivity. Get Started Today Training Coordination Services Our training involves planning, organising, and overseeing training programs within an organisation. Effective training coordination can lead to various positive outcomes, such as improved employee performance and increased organisational productivity. Training Coordinators

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