Tullis Russell Welcomes New Product Development Director to Drive Innovation
3rd June 2025 by Tullis Russell
We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Geoff Henstock, the new Product Development Director for our Security and Specialty Coating business. Geoff’s role is a pivotal addition to our Technical team as we continue to drive forward our innovation strategy.
With a background in chemistry and over 30 years of experience in Research and Development, Geoff brings a blend of scientific expertise and cross-sector insight, having worked across FMCG, aerospace and automotive industries.
Geoff will play a central role in shaping our product innovation roadmap, identifying new market opportunities, and collaborating closely with our commercial teams to deliver solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
On his new role, Geoff commented:
“I’m thrilled to be joining Tullis Russell at such a crucial time in its growth. The company’s strong heritage, commitment to innovation, and employee-owned culture were key factors that attracted me to the role. I look forward to working with the talented teams across the business to accelerate the development of pioneering, sustainable solutions that truly differentiate us in the market.”
This appointment is another step in our strategy to build the next chapter for Tullis Russell ensuring that the company remains focused on its commitment to becoming the world’s leading creative and environmentally responsible coating company.
Tullis Russell Achieves AA+ BRCGS Accreditation
21st May 2025 by Sophie Regan
Tullis Russell is pleased to announce that our security and specialty coating business has been awarded an improved AA+ rating in our BRCGS Global Standard Packaging Materials Certification, the highest accolade in food packaging safety and quality standards.
Highest Rating
Following our AA achievement last year, the AA+ rating was awarded following an unannounced audit and inspection, highlighting our commitment to delivering the highest standards of product safety and consumer protection at all times.
What is BRCGS?
The Brand Reputation through Compliance of Global Standards is a globally recognised accreditation which evaluates the operations and procedures put in place by manufacturers and retailers to ensure high levels of safety and quality across the supply chain. The accreditation involves a rigorous process covering areas such as site standards, process control and commitment from the business as a whole.
What this means for our customers?
As the most recognised certification in food packaging safety, this accreditation means that our customers can be assured and confident in the products that we supply, with the AA+ rating proving how we are continuously adopting these strict practices every single day.
We take great pride in the products and services that we offer to customers and this certification is a testament to the hard work that our team puts in each day. Congratulations to all involved!
Deutsche Post and Tullis Russell Develop Stamp on Recycled Paper
15th April 2025 by Tullis Russell
Tullis Russell are proud to announce their partnership with the Deutsche Post in the development of its first stamp to be issued on recycled paper. This is a true milestone for postage stamp production and reinforces our vision of being the world’s leading creative and environmentally responsible coating company:
From the long-running series “Welt der Briefe” (World of Letters), the “Flower Letter” motif is the company’s first stamp produced on recycled paper. The paper used saves resources such as wood, water, and electricity while reducing CO2 emissions. The gummed version of this stamp was produced from 12.8 metric tons of 100% recycled paper. The stamp costs 95 cents and can be used to send a standard letter or postcard in Germany. In place of the usual euro symbol, this stamp bears a green leaf next to the year. 82.5 million stamps will be issued in stamp sheets and gummed rolls.
The stamp will be available in postal retail outlets and online in the Deutsche Post outlets from April 3.
A self-adhesive version of the stamp is also available, although for technical reasons this currently continues to be printed on conventional paper. In total, the new “Flower Letter” stamp will be issued with a print run of around 680 million, with the design replacing the previous 95-cent “Balloon Post” (Ballonpost) stamp. The motif was created by Deutsche Post stamp designer Bettina Walter.
From 2026, Deutsche Post plans to progressively produce all gummed version of the standard series and special edition stamps on recycled paper. In addition to stamps from the standard series that are issued by Deutsche Post in unlimited quantities, a limited number of special stamps is also released every month to commemorate special occasions. These stamps are issued by the German Federal Ministry of Finance.
Deutsche Post is the first postal service provider to plan a complete transition to recycled paper for its gummed stamps – and in doing so is a sustainability pioneer in this field. The logistics provider is also a member of the Pro Recycling Paper initiative and is striving to continuously reduce its consumption of raw materials, CO2 emissions and energy consumption in stamp production.
