In 1973, our Chairman, Ian Denny Anderson started Versapak with a simple, reusable mailing pouch and security seal for safeguarding sensitive items during transport. The Versapak range of products became known for being durable, secure and cost effective, and was soon widely accepted by postal authorities, banks and medical organisations throughout the world.
Scroll down to learn about Versapak’s 50 years of tamper evident expertise.
1970
1973
Versapak International Ltd was established and first small production facility was opened in Chislehurst, Kent.
1974
Versapak International changed name to The Versapak Group.
Moved to larger premises in 239 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent and set up Injection Moulding and Mailroom Equipment production in Brightlingsea Essex.
1975
Set up sales and manufacturing company in Canada serving local and US market.
1979
Formed Envelope Printing Company (EPC) selling millions of envelopes.
1980
1982
Moved to Upland Road, Bexleyheath.
1984
Purchased the largest allowed articulated double decked truck to collect and deliver envelopes for EPC from Germany.
1986
The first Anti-Doping kit was launched for the first Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.
1987
Moved to larger premises in Crabtree Manor Way, Bexleyheath, Kent.
1990
1991
Moved to larger premises in Centurion Way, Erith, Kent.
1997
Purchased John Sharp Industries (manufacturer and supplier of security products).
2000
2001
Moved production to Europe to expand capabilities and compete in a more global market. Established Versapak Romania, located near Cluj-Napoca. A factory and sales office boasting state-of-the-art equipment that maximised production efficiency.
2002
Established Versapak GmbH to further expand our growing European operation and employed a dedicated team for German speaking countries.
2005
Purchased Bond Mailroom business to complement The Versapak Group.
2010
2011
Moved to new UK Headquarters, Erith, Kent.
2014
Granted a Royal Warrant to Her Majesty the Queen.
2016
Developed and patented the T2 security sealing system.
2019
Awarded the Planet Mark Certificate for commitment to sustainability.
2020
2020
Became a member of Made in Britain.
2021
Investment and installation of Engel - energy efficient injection moulding machine and started manufacturing security seals in the UK.
2023
Versapak celebrates 50 years of tamper evident excellence.