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Bringing great packaging ideas to life takes a combination of print expertise, innovative technology and the flexibility to help brands grow. At Gavin Watson Ltd, our investment in the HP Indigo 35K digital packaging press enables us to deliver exceptional quality printed packaging, particularly boxes and sleeves, with the versatility and efficiency that today’s brands demand. Combining outstanding image definition, vibrant and accurate colour reproduction and premium print quality, the HP Indigo 35K opens up exciting opportunities for businesses looking to create distinctive packaging without the constraints traditionally associated with longer production runs.

We combine  160+ years of printing expertise with continuous investment in the latest technology to deliver exceptional packaging printing.

At TPL Labels, our digital label printing capabilities are built around the advanced technology of the HP Indigo 6900 digital press

Traditional offset printing is evolving with hybrid workflows, automation, and digital integration to compete effectively against digital printing while maintaining quality advantages.

Specialising in wet glue label printing combines decades of print expertise with advanced production technology to deliver exceptional quality, colour accuracy and consistency. At Gavin Watson Ltd, we understand that a label is far more than simply a means of identifying a product, it is an integral part of your brand identity, helping to communicate quality, build recognition and create a lasting impression.

For Exceptional Spirits, Every Detail Matters.

From the heritage and provenance behind a distinguished whisky to the craftsmanship of a limited edition release, the way a product is presented should reflect the quality, character and story within. Our specialist printing division works in partnership with Scotland's spirits industry to create beautifully crafted, bespoke printed assets that elevate premium products, celebrate brand heritage and deliver an exceptional experience for the customer.

Exceptional print quality starts with experience, precision and the right technology. At Gavin Watson Ltd, we combine decades of printing expertise with the capabilities of our Komori Lithrone 729 seven-colour printing press with integrated coating and UV printing capabilities to produce outstanding printed materials across a wide range of applications. From premium packaging and retail cartons to brochures, leaflets, covers, promotional materials and high-quality commercial print, our investment in advanced lithographic technology enables us to deliver vibrant colours, exceptional image definition and consistently high standards of reproduction.

Exceptional packaging is about more than great print. It is about engineering the right solution, achieving the finest finish and delivering a finished product that works perfectly for your brand. Our packaging and sleeve finishing capabilities combine specialist equipment, practical expertise and a flexible approach to production, enabling us to support projects from initial concept development and bespoke mock-ups through to short run digital packaging and finished, folded and glued cartons and sleeves.

Most, if not all, products need a label, and each label will require a range of die-cutting, square cutting, rewinding with inspection or digital finishing to give the label its perfect finish.

Make your packaging stand out. Create a lasting impression. Elevate your brand.

In a competitive marketplace, the smallest details can make the biggest difference. Foiling and embossing offer powerful ways to transform packaging and labels, adding visual impact, tactile interest and a premium quality that customers can see and feel. We combine specialist finishing expertise with advanced equipment, including our Gietz hot stamping machinery and ABG Digicon digital finishing technology, to help brands create distinctive packaging and labels that capture attention and enhance perceived product value.

Great packaging starts with great design — and getting the structure right is just as important as getting the print right. At Gavin Watson Ltd, we understand that successful packaging is the result of careful planning, technical expertise and a thorough understanding of how a product needs to be protected, presented and handled. Our structural packaging design and dieline development services help transform initial concepts into practical, production-ready packaging solutions, ensuring that every element is carefully considered before the printing process begins.

Great packaging does more than contain a product — it captures attention, communicates your brand and creates a lasting impression. At Gavin Watson, we believe that exceptional packaging design brings together creativity, commercial understanding and technical expertise to deliver solutions that look outstanding and work beautifully in practice. From the initial spark of an idea to the development of a distinctive, production-ready design, we work collaboratively with our customers to create packaging that reflects their brand identity, engages their audience and helps their products stand out in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

What is Documented Nano Authentication?

Created for premium brands and high value assets in the Scottish whisky industry ‘DNA’ is a cost effective, next generation printing solution engineered for advanced brand protection and micro level authentication for Lithographic, Flexographic and Digital Printing that embeds ultra-fine authentication features directly into each label that is printed. ‘DNA’ ensures that every printed label carries a unique, documented verifiable identity.