More brands move to sustainable bags as plastic bag charge increases
As part of the ongoing war against plastic waste, the UK Government has announced that they will be doubling the price we pay for single-use plastic bags. The existing 5p levy on plastic bags from main retailers, introduced across England in 2015 has led to a remarkable 95% reduction in the sales of plastic bags […]
Jute: 100% Natural. 100% Biodegradable.
Sustainability and the environment continue to be a priority for people, businesses and organisations across the globe as we all look for more sustainable ways to live and work – decreasing our impact on the world around us – and rightly so! Here at GoJute International, we are committed to helping companies across the World […]
Sustainable gift wrap
Is it possible to have a sustainable Christmas with all the plastic filling the shelves in the stores once again? Yes! We can change what we wrap our gifts in so your presents are unique and not hurting the planet. Say no to Sellotape Sellotape isn’t recyclable and is one of the biggest culprits when […]
November Covid Update – It’s Business as Usual
Following the recent announcement we will continue to remain open for business and fully operational throughout Lockdown 2. We wanted to stay connected with you all and outline our position during these unprecedented times that we all find ourselves in. Safety for our staff and customers remains our top priority. Our office will remain open […]
Christmas Range
The perfect way to give back to your customers, clients and even staff this year with our wide range of products ready to be printed with your design. A luxury hamper or bag filled to the brim with your branding on it, what’s not to love? The hessian jute fabric is strong and versatile also […]
How to have a plastic-free July?
If this pandemic has taught us nothing else, it has shown us how we were all contributing negatively to our forever changing planet. With carbon emissions worldwide decreasing by 17% and wildlife reclaiming their spaces such as the dolphins swimming to say hello in Italy. “But what is plastic free July?” I heard you ask. The concept started in Western […]
Brewdog to Brewgel
As a company, GoJute are very proud to work with so many businesses that are doing their bit to make a huge impact at such a difficult and uncertain time. One of our wonderful clients, BrewDog, has taken on the challenge to make a difference in this crucial time of need and as a team have created ‘Punk Sanitiser’. […]
Covid-19 Update
We are still open and taking robust measures to ensure that the wellbeing of our clients and employees is of paramount importance during the global outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID- 19). We are closely monitoring the official advice given by both the World Health Organisation and the guidelines from Public Health England on the steps we […]
Pampered Pooches
We began working with Burns Pet Nutrition a few years ago and have worked with them on multiple designs using both of our jute and cotton bag ranges. Now in 2019, we’ve made their very first completely sustainable stocking for dogs! The stocking is filled with treats, a treat bag, a Burns bandana and some […]
Last jute mill in Dundee to be demolished
In our never-ending search for interesting news about the jute industry – it’s our passion! – this snippet from Scottish Construction Now caught our attention. This iconic building – the last jute mill in Dundee – is to be demolished to make way for new homes. Dundee we hear you ask… what’s the relevance? Around […]
Plastic-free July or plastic full?
Written by: Sarah-Jane Hoskin, Marketing Assistant at GoJute As July comes to a close, we reflect on the movement to reduce our reliance on plastic – highlighted during ‘Plastic free July’. “What is plastic free July?” I hear you ask. The idea was born in Western Australia in 2011 and has now become a global […]
Christmas Hamper Bags
Christmas Hamper Bags are the perfect gift! Popular with small retailers, bakeries, farm shops and the food and drink sector as a whole, our luxury hamper bags sell all year round but are a brilliant Christmas buy. We also sell our gorgeous jute bags to a vast clientele each year along with our jute wine […]
Work experience really works!
By Lauren Brett, Penrice Academy student I spent my week of work experience with the company Go Jute in St Austell. The amazing staff who work here gave me an insight into the company’s work by breaking down every aspect that has to be taken into consideration. They allowed me to get involved with design, […]
Work experience takeover!
Written by: Chanel a work experience student. From the 1st of July all the way to the 5th, I spent my week on work experience with the lovely staff at GoJute where the team provided an educational and simultaneously interesting range of tasks to show what the company is all about. Throughout the week, both […]
Top 5 products to reduce your plastic habit
1. Rub-a-dub-dub Just a shampoo in a bar – just like soap with no waste, no plastic. Along with this, shampoo bars can last three times longer than shampoo in a bottle. They also contain all-natural ingredients. Easier to pack when you go on holiday and won’t leak… can you really go wrong? 2. Wake […]