Fujifilm appoints Tony Lock as head of packaging for UK and Ireland

Fujifilm has appointed Tony Lock as head of packaging for the UK and Ireland, as the company continues to invest in and expand its packaging technologies.

Lock joins Fujifilm after a career in the printing sector, where he has held various leadership positions in technical, sales, marketing and general management roles. In recent years, he focused on the packaging industry, making significant contributions and gaining deep insights into the market dynamics.

‘I've been in print for over 30 years, and the packaging world is an incredibly exciting part of the industry. Fujifilm's investment in packaging solutions and its vision to lead in this sector are what attracted me to this role. I'm excited to be part of this journey and look forward to contributing to Fujifilm's success in the packaging market,’ said Lock.

Lock's responsibilities will encompass all parts of the packaging sector, including flexible packaging, folding cartons and labels. He will work closely with Fujifilm's growing packaging team to drive innovation and help deliver innovative solutions to the market.

‘It's been an exciting start, and I'm eager to engage with our customers and partners. The support and technology at Fujifilm are remarkable, and I'm confident that we can achieve great things together,’ commented Lock.

Lock will begin engaging with customers in the coming weeks, focusing on strengthening relationships and exploring new opportunities to enhance Fujifilm's presence in the packaging industry.

Andy Kent, general manager at Fujifilm UK Graphic Communications, commented: ‘Fujifilm's vision is to become a leader in the packaging sector, and Tony's extensive experience and passion for the industry make him the perfect person to lead this journey in the UK and Ireland. We are delighted to welcome Tony to our team and are confident that his expertise will drive our packaging business to new heights.’