Skymark Packaging International finds a solution using Barbour EHS
Skymark Packaging International is a leading UK-based manufacturer of flexible packaging.
Founded in 1987, it supplies its solutions to several market sectors including hygiene, food, consumer goods and medicine.
Frequently ahead of the curve, it has a reputation for innovation within its sector, having been one of the first UK adopters of the RSPH hygiene certifications that later developed into ISO 9001.
Skymark and its clients have complex needs, which naturally requires a detailed overview of legal responsibilities and compliance issues. They told us, “”We need to ensure we maintain a clear overview of not just current, but also upcoming developments.””
Skymark wanted to be able to better serve its clients in making educated decisions by offering “”vast technical and regulatory knowledge and awareness.”” When looking for a simple way to research and understand these legal requirements from a single point of access, they found Barbour EHS.
The Barbour Experience
The Results
After subscribing to Barbour EHS, Skymark told us: “Barbour EHS suited our needs by giving us a full view of all legal requirements, as well as access to its whitepaper and draft consultation document library. We ultimately teamed up with Barbour due to its excellent resource database, customisation options on legal registers, and their competitive pricing models.”
The Skymark team found they could quickly establish a legal register to demonstrate compliance with environmental obligations — “all within three hours of starting the process of creating our bespoke register.” They added: “Barbour offers curated legal registers which can be populated within minutes.”
Using Barbour’s Director’s Briefings and pre-populated training materials, Skymark has tailored its internal training to reflect current legal requirements and used guidance notes to communicate key information clearly. “All of this allows us to demonstrate compliance across all levels of our business.”
Since partnering with Barbour, Skymark has not received any non-conformities on second- or third-party audits related to legal or regulatory requirements. These results have been recognised by clients, local authorities, auditors and environmental specialists, who praised the company’s “forward-thinking awareness.”
Barbour’s support has also helped Skymark share its expertise in wider forums. The team has contributed to the government’s ‘Net Zero’ business briefing and delivered a Barbour webinar on legal compliance. “We are actively shaping the future landscape of our sector and helping our customers make informed decisions on topical issues. We are proud that our expertise – and Barbour’s support – actively shape tomorrow’s world.”