The Journey
Aegg founder, Anthony Coats identified a market opportunity to premiumise food packaging, initially by supplying ceramic pots for desserts and then for savoury pie dishes. Aegg then introduced plastic pots with a major volume expansion driven by supply to a major retailer for its meal deal.
After venturing into glass ramekins, Aegg secured major glass supply and expanded its glass range by introducing pots, jars and bottles for both food and drink. Now Aegg supplies an established catalogue of both recyclable glass bottles, jars & pots and recyclable plastic pots, backed up by its own warehouse, transport and manufacturing facilities at its new factory and logistics hub in Suffolk.
Aegg will continue to invest in people, the supply chain, infrastructure and its R&D team, ensuring that Aegg remains THE turn to packaging partner for your food and drink packaging supply.
2004

- Ceramic pots for desserts.
2007

- Ceramic pie dishes for Charlie Bigham's brand.
- Glass ramekins for Gü brand
2008

- Major volume expansion driven by M&S meal deal and the supply of injection moulded pots
2010

- Bulgarian plastic packaging factory opened.
2016

- Injection stretch blow moulding (ISBM) and trepanning capability started.
2018

- Business Park at Eye, Suffolk purchased.
2019

- Aegg warehouse and transport division for glass products established.
2020

- Major UK plastic packaging facility opens at Eye.
The Team

Aren Aliciyan
Commercial Director

Aren Aliciyan
Commercial Director
What I do to make our customer’s life’s easier: With over 9 years of experience within the glass packaging market, I bring to the Aegg team effective international sales experience.
I work to reduce customers efforts in terms of their glass packaging needs, I also try to anticipate customer`s questions and provide proactive solutions.
What I like to do in my spare time; I enjoy playing the violin, spending time with my daughter and my dog.

Anthony Coats
Founder and Owner of Aegg Ltd

Anthony Coats
Founder and Owner of Aegg Ltd
How do I make our customers' lives easier
I have a wonderful team at Aegg who work tirelessly to grow the company and exceed our customers’ expectations.
A little bit about my past
Having worked in the world of finance and business management, I bought 2 ceramics factories over 20 yeas ago, converted 1 into a grade A BRC food packaging plant producing premium injected moulded plastic pots for food producers in the UK, Europe and rest of the world.
What I like to do in my spare time
When time allows, I thrive on travelling the globe, visiting far flung places and meeting interesting people.

Richard Drayson
Sales Director

Richard Drayson
Sales Director
How do I make our customers' lives easier
I joined Aegg in 2016 excited by the prospect of working with passionate dedicated people focused on providing customers with the best possible packaging solution against their brief. As a sales team we pride ourselves on proactive fast response time and solutions.
A little bit about my past
I love food and drink! Following a degree in Food Science my career has seen me work for both multinational food groups and smaller challenger brands……..but always in FMCG sales. Having managed own brand launches I understand the pressures faced by manufacturers and the importance of a reliable dependable flexible supply chain.
What I like to do in my spare time
Really enjoy cooking (back to the food again!), extreme gardening and skiing (badly). With 2 sons both playing rugby, winter weekends see me standing on rain swept touch lines/ visiting A&E departments.

Zoe Eyre
Sales Administrator

Zoe Eyre
Sales Administrator
How do I make our customers' lives easier
I look after the sales order processing for the glass side of the business as well as production scheduling, forecasts, shipping plans, customs clearance and of course customer service.
I have also recently started studying accountancy and I am working towards my AAT qualification which will assist me in liaising with my finance colleagues and understanding their lingo!
A little bit about my past
I have spent most of my career working within retail, which I really enjoyed, especially the fast-paced nature of it.
What I like to do in my spare time
I enjoy spending time with my family and mischievous Cockapoo Charlie! I also enjoy going to the theatre to watch musicals, some of my favourites are Annie, Hairspray, Flashdance, Grease and The Lion King.

Mark Gaskin
Sales Manager

Mark Gaskin
Sales Manager
How do I make our customers' lives easier
By adding my experience in glass production, quality and technical service to the already vast knowledge & experience of the Aegg team.
What I like to do in my spare time
Apart from the usual list of DIY jobs around the house I also like to get away to walk in the mountains during the quieter winter months with my 2 boys. During the summer we usually visit my wife’s family in Sicily to enjoy the sun and of course the delicious food.

Jamie Gorman
Managing Director

Jamie Gorman
Managing Director
How do I make our customers' lives easier
I joined Aegg, a relatively new challenger packaging brand, in 2011. My role ever since, has been to drive the growth of Aegg, ensuring that the people, suppliers and customers receive excellent quality products and service. I spend a huge amount of time wandering the world searching out and working with our suppliers as I believe the old adage “you are only as good as your suppliers”!
A little bit about my past
I have been very fortunate to have been working in food and wine related businesses since the age of 14 (working in a bar cellar). These experiences included various roles; in small & large food manufacturers for both retail and great brands; selling wine to the public; and the creation of food menus for large airlines, as well as VIP jets! I have worked in supply chain and love to wander around manufacturers discussing their best, and in some cases, improvement required practices!
What I like to do in my spare time
When time allows, I love sailing, however, much of my time is taken up with the family at the weekends, football, skating and arguing over pocket money seem to be most prevalent activities!

Sharon Harding
Accounts Assistant

Sharon Harding
Accounts Assistant
How do I make our customers' lives easier
My role as Sales ledger controller see me keeping all our customers’ accounts up to date with remittances received and Sales invoices and making sure that no one falls behind with payment!! My other main duties involve preparing management reports.
A little bit about my past
I have always worked in an accounts environment and mostly in the food industry starting my career at Petty Wood as a junior accounts clerk. I have also dabbled in a bit of office management but that is another story!
What I like to do in my spare time
As everyone including my family will tell you, I can bring any conversation back to my passion which is cycling. When I am driving I am always talking people through how hard it is to cycle up this hill or this is where I saw a king fisher etc. I also love baking (not cooking! Very different) which I am able to enjoy as I cycle it off.

Ada Holmes
Product Designer

Ada Holmes
Product Designer
How do I make our customers' lives easier
I work to a customers brief and sketch a few ideas specifically tailored to their requirements. Once we've found a design that the customer likes, I design the product on a computer to create a 3D model, which can be printed so that the customer has a physical model they can interact with and possibly request some changes, before progressing to produce trial moulds.
What I like to do in my spare time
I love to cook, and always enjoy finding new techniques and recipes to try. I've also been playing golf for the last 16 years, so on sunny evenings & weekends I'm normally at the golf club attempting to play better than the day before.

Donna Hyde
Marketing Manager

Donna Hyde
Marketing Manager
What I do to make our customer’s life’s easier: My job means that I am involved a wide variety of areas within Aegg. I maintain our website, which recently had a major revamp. I arrange product photoshoots and I am responsible for ensuring our catalogues and communications are fresh and up to date. I liaise with various publications to enhance and grow the Aegg brand along with our presence at major exhibitions in the UK and Europe.
What I like to do in my spare time: I enjoy cooking and meeting up with family and friends. I am secretary for my village association. The association seeks to enhance our local community and the lives of those living there. We plan regular events and activities such as the village summer fete.

Nicola Johnson
Accounts Assistant

Nicola Johnson
Accounts Assistant
How do I make our customers' lives easier
My main role within the accounts department is Purchase Ledger so I am responsible for making sure all our suppliers are promptly paid and responding to any enquiries.
What I like to do in my spare time
I have two children, so I enjoy spending time with them and taking them on days out to parks and attractions. I also enjoy going on long walks with my Springer Spaniel called Harley.

Sveti Kojouharova
Logistics

Sveti Kojouharova
Logistics
How do I make our customers' lives easier
My role is to keep the pots (and lids) rolling, i.e. to be delivered on time and in full. Intense planning and mass communications (with sales teams, customers, suppliers and all modes of transport) required. Quite stressful but totally worth it when I see the Aegg logo at the bottom of a great dessert pot on the shelves of all the major supermarkets.
What I like to do in my spare time
I am an inveterate traveller, with an ambition to visit every UNESCO heritage site in the world. Love the Russian classic literature, choral music and film noir.

Nigel Lawrence
Technical Director

Chris Palmer
UK Sales Manager

Chris Palmer
UK Sales Manager
How do I make our customers' lives easier
By guiding clients, both new and existing, towards the right choice of packaging for their product. My primary focus will be building upon our already extensive range of glass packaging within the UK from start-ups to established household brands.
A little bit about my past
I have worked within the UK glass industry for the last 22 years in sales, technical & operational roles. I particularly enjoy working with fledgling brands to make their concept a reality.
What I like to do in my spare time
A father of two and so when spare time allows, I like to keep fit through cycling, running & rugby (too old and should know better). Anything outdoors and sport related I am your man!!

Tonia Stewart
Customer Support Manager

Tonia Stewart
Customer Support Manager
How do I make our customers' lives easier
I support new leads & sales contacts through their initial Aegg journey of plastic pots & glass. Looking after some of the smaller accounts right through to order and beyond. I also manage our Customer Relationship Management system, to include any bespoke projects that are requested by our customers. In my other life, but still with Aegg of course…. I am looking after our warehouse, driving the forklift, unloading our deliveries and then reloading customer orders ready for shipment. Not forgetting of course, all the administration duties that these roles can throw at me!
A little bit about my past
I worked in retail management for a good portion of my career, before spending 9 years in a more Customer Service focused role within the dairy industry. Coming to Aegg has given me lots of opportunities to develop myself and as our business evolves to meet the demands of our new and current customers may this learning continue.
What I like to do in my spare time
Being able to get out and about in the fresh air is what I enjoy, walking & hiking are at the top of my list. Cycling is also something that I love to do to keep fit & healthy, so I have joined our local cycling club, I even cycle to work most days…. unless it is raining!

Alex Beer
Quality & Site Operations Manager
Alex Beer
Quality & Site Operations Manager
What I do to make our customer’s life’s easier:
I look after the Quality Management System for the business and aim for this to provide an effective framework to support customers with their product requirements, only supplying customers with products of the highest quality standards.
A little bit about my past:
I have a manufacturing background spanning over 16 years and have been fortunate to gain this experience within a variety of industries. I am meticulous about meeting standards and customer expectations and have maintained businesses certifications and accreditations through implementing robust Quality Management Systems.
What I like to do in my spare time:
I have a keen interest in historical houses and like to renovate period properties in my ‘spare’ time.
I have a passion for wildlife and keep bees. I enjoy being out and about with my family and spending time with my two sons.

Katherine Howard
Finance and Legal Director
Katherine Howard
Finance and Legal Director
How do I make our customers' lives easier: My team and I look after all things financial, supply agreements, production planning, shipping, legal compliance, HR and IT.
A little bit about my past: A graduate of Law and Management Science I was destined for this role! On the way I’ve worked predominantly in finance; auditing, being audited, financial modelling and planning, equity and debt raises, and financial reporting.
What I like to do in my spare time: I love spending time with my daughter and helping to run a local Scout group.

Dean Hayes
Technical Manager
Dean Hayes
Technical Manager
How do I make our customers lives easier: By ensuring the product meets expectation in terms of functionality and desirability, using a wealth of experience in the glass industry to resolve technical and quality concerns, liaising and guiding suppliers to meet the customers’ needs.
A little bit of my past: I have over 30 years’ experience within the glass industry, in shift operational management roles, progressing to site improvement and quality management positions.
What do I like to do in my spare time: I love spending time with my family, I am a passionate follower of my local football team, I enjoy travelling, visiting new places both in the UK and overseas.

Matthew Grant
Sales Manager Scotland and Ireland
Matthew Grant
Sales Manager Scotland and Ireland
How I make our customers' lives easier: By providing them with a solution based range of packaging for customers in Scotland and Ireland and using the business expertise to provide new and innovative bespoke packages. By trading with integrity in a proactive and fast paced manner.
A little bit about my past: I have worked within the UK drinks industry for the last 13 years in various sales roles across soft drinks, spirit manufacturers and brewers. I enjoy hunting for new business, building relationships and continually developing trading relationships with my customers to drive organic growth.
What I like to do in my spare time: I am the father of two wonderful daughters, so spend much of my free time being educated by them! I am a lover of sports and music and spend much of my time watching my beloved Motherwell, attending gigs or playing my guitar. I absolutely love the food and drink sector and enjoy experiencing new cuisine and a social beverage or three.
The Solutions
Aegg provides our food and drinks sector partners with the ultimate solution for their glass and plastic packaging requirements.
We select and secure the best packaging option for their business by fully and collaboratively understanding what they need.
We believe that due to our worldwide manufacturing partners and control of project management we can deliver solutions for their business.
We engender a working environment that encourages curiosity, debate and creativity.