The Macclesfield, Cheshire-based business, which specialises in the production of eco-degradable cards made from recycled plastic that are used for gifting, loyalty and membership programmes, and by hotels, has had a busy 2023.

The £5.8m-turnover firm was a double winner in this year’s Printweek Awards, where it won the coveted SME of the Year category and was also lauded with an Innovation Award for developing a fully recycled, and recyclable, PVC card.

Then in the summer it was acquired by Woodberry Packaging, who bought the business from Tim Holt who co-founded PCS with Rob Nicholls in 1993 and became its sole owner after an MBO two and a half years ago.

The business had rebranded from Plastic Card Services in 2022, which it said signified how it had evolved while further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and being a responsible manufacturer within the print industry.

In 2018, it had expanded its operations by launching web-to-print platform Plastic Card Hub, alongside investment of £1m in a digital print production facility.

The 38-staff business turned 30 in October this year, and recently celebrated by combining its Christmas party with a team building day. The team took part in a Crystal Maze experience and then went for a meal out together.

Managing director Adam Unsworth commented: “We are incredibly grateful to our loyal customers, dedicated employees, and supportive partners, who have been integral to our success throughout the 30 years of PCS. We look forward to seeing PCS continue to grow in the coming years.”