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i2r bids farewell to retiring CEO

Joanne

3/3/2025 3:31:01 PM

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Leading aluminium tray manufacturer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has announced that Peter Reay, co-founder and long-serving CEO, is stepping down after 17 years in role.

 

Since co-founding the business in 2007, Peter has been instrumental in shaping i2r into a global leader in lightweight, high-performance aluminium packaging. Under his leadership, the company has pioneered sustainable innovations, expanded into key international markets and received multiple Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in both innovation and international trade.

 

Throughout his tenure, Peter has driven strategic growth, championed investments in automation and manufacturing efficiencies and built a high-performing team that will carry i2r’s success into the future. A strong advocate for training and development, he played a key role in fostering talent within the company and to honour his legacy, i2r has created a dedicated training suite in his name.

 

Speaking about his departure, Peter said: "Leading i2r has been an incredible journey and I am immensely proud of what we have achieved. I want to thank our team, customers and partners for their support over the years. I leave knowing the company is in great hands and well-positioned for the future.”

 

Co-founder Jon West added: "From the very beginning, Peter’s vision, drive and commitment have been the foundation of i2r’s success. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping the company into the force it is today. It’s been a privilege to work alongside him and I know his influence will continue to be felt for many years to come. On behalf of the entire team, I’d like to thank Peter for his dedication and wish him every success and happiness in the future."

 

i2r is Europe’s largest aluminium container producer. Manufacturing over 1.2 billion products annually, it supplies many major food producers and retail brands, as well as to wholesaler and distributor markets worldwide, including Central & Northern Europe, Asia, North & South America and Australia.

 

To find out more about i2r and their product range visit www.i2rps.com.

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