About Bonson Packaging – Food Packaging Suppliers in Australia
Innovative Food Packaging Solutions Since 1984
Bonson Packaging is a family-owned packaging and foodservice supplies business serving customers across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 40 years of experience, we provide a comprehensive range of food packaging, takeaway containers, foodservice essentials, washroom and hygiene products, cleaning supplies, stationery and other everyday business consumables.
From our Australian operations in Brisbane, Queensland, we support cafés, restaurants, takeaway businesses, caterers, supermarkets, food manufacturers, distributors and hospitality operators with reliable products to meet their packaging and day-to-day operational needs.
Our extensive range includes polypropylene (PP) food containers, PET and rPET packaging, ready meal trays, tamper-evident packaging, paper and kraft packaging, sugarcane food packaging and reusable containers, alongside paper towels, toilet tissue, napkins, cleaning and hygiene supplies, stationery and other essential workplace products.
Combining our New Zealand manufacturing expertise with an established Australian distribution operation, Bonson helps businesses simplify their purchasing by sourcing quality packaging, foodservice supplies and everyday business essentials from one trusted supplier.
Our Story – Over 40 Years of Packaging Innovation
Bonson's story began in 1984, when the Tsui family established a small packaging business in Auckland, New Zealand.
What started in a modest warehouse has grown into an established Australasian packaging business, supplying a diverse range of food packaging products and solutions to customers across Australia and New Zealand.
Throughout our history, we have invested in manufacturing technology, product development and innovative packaging design to respond to the evolving requirements of the food industry.
Today, Bonson combines local manufacturing capabilities in New Zealand with food packaging distribution and customer support in Australia,
providing solutions for businesses ranging from independent cafés and takeaway outlets to major food manufacturers and retailers.
Despite our growth, Bonson remains a family-owned business guided by the values on which it was founded: Family Matters, Integrity Counts, Always Professional and Strive for Excellence.
These values shape how we work with customers, support our people, and develop packaging solutions that deliver long-term value.
Food Packaging Solutions for Australian Businesses
Bonson supplies an extensive selection of packaging and foodservice products designed to meet the practical requirements of food preparation, storage, presentation, transport and takeaway.
Our range supports businesses across multiple industries, including:
- Cafés, restaurants and takeaway outlets: Food containers, takeaway meal boxes, bowls, cups, lids, cutlery, napkins and other foodservice essentials.
- Food manufacturers and meal producers: Ready-meal trays, polypropylene containers, tamper-evident packaging and custom packaging solutions.
- Supermarkets and delicatessens: Food containers, deli packaging, clear display packaging and ready-to-eat meal solutions.
- Bakeries, dessert and ice cream businesses: Packaging for desserts, chilled foods, ice cream and other specialty food applications.
- Catering and hospitality businesses: Practical packaging and foodservice supplies for preparation, service, transport and events.
- Food distributors and wholesale customers: An extensive selection of packaging products supported by trade supply options.
Whether you need everyday food packaging, bulk supplies or a customised packaging solution, our team can help identify products suited to your operational and commercial requirements.
Manufacturing Expertise and Custom Packaging Solutions
Bonson's New Zealand manufacturing operations provide specialised packaging production capabilities, including plastic injection moulding, thermoforming and In-Mould Labelling (IML).
These capabilities support the development and manufacture of food-grade packaging solutions for a variety of food applications, including ready meals, dairy products, chilled foods, desserts and other packaged food products.
Our custom packaging expertise encompasses product design, material selection, functionality, decoration and manufacturing considerations, helping food businesses develop packaging that supports their product and brand requirements.
Bonson's New Zealand manufacturing operations maintain internationally recognised management system certifications, including:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management
- FSSC 22000 – Food Safety Management
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
- ISO 45001 – Occupational Health and Safety Management
These independently assessed systems demonstrate our ongoing commitment to product quality, food safety, responsible operations and continuous improvement.
Packaging Innovation and Circularity
Innovation has been central to Bonson's development for more than four decades.
Our approach considers not only how packaging performs during food preparation, storage, transport and consumption, but also the materials used, opportunities for reuse and the practical options available at the end of a product's useful life.
Our packaging solutions include recyclable material options, recycled-content PET packaging, reusable polypropylene containers and selected fibre-based alternatives.
Through initiatives such as RePlay Return™, Bonson is also exploring how durable food containers, supported by collection, washing and return systems, can help businesses move beyond single-use packaging.
We recognise that packaging sustainability depends on the complete system, including product design, material selection, food safety, collection infrastructure and available recovery pathways.
Our goal is to help customers make informed packaging decisions that balance functionality, commercial requirements and environmental considerations.
Why Choose Bonson Packaging?
With more than 40 years of industry experience, Bonson brings together product expertise, manufacturing knowledge and a customer-focused approach to packaging supply.
- Family-owned experience: Established in 1984, with long-standing relationships across the Australasian food industry.
- Extensive product selection: Thousands of packaging and foodservice products across multiple materials, formats and applications.
- New Zealand manufacturing expertise: Established injection moulding, thermoforming and packaging decoration capabilities.
- Australian supply and support: Brisbane-based operations serving Australian foodservice, hospitality, retail and food manufacturing customers.
- Quality and food safety: Manufacturing operations supported by internationally recognised management system certifications.
- Packaging innovation: Continued investment in product development, reusable packaging systems and practical packaging solutions.
Your Food Packaging Partner in Australia
At Bonson, we believe the right packaging should do more than contain food. It should protect product quality, support efficient operations, enhance presentation and deliver value for your business.
Whether you are sourcing takeaway containers for a café, ready-meal trays for food manufacturing, packaging for a new food product or everyday hospitality supplies, our team is here to help.
Explore our food packaging range, shop online or contact Bonson Australia to discuss your packaging requirements.
Our Brands
Our History – Four Decades of Packaging Innovation
Bonson Plastics was founded in Auckland, New Zealand, beginning what would become more than four decades of packaging manufacturing and innovation.
SAVPAC Marketing Co. Ltd. was incorporated, supporting the continued development and growth of the business.
BONSON Industrial Co. Ltd. was incorporated in New Zealand.
Operations and production shifted to 47 Lansford Crescent, Avondale, Auckland.
Bonson launched the BetterSelection™ range of food packaging solutions.
Bonson exported its first container to Australia, marking an important step in the company's expansion beyond New Zealand.
A new Bonson warehouse was built at 43 Lansford Crescent, Avondale, Auckland.
Bonson launched the Homeal™ range of food packaging.
Production shifted to 12 Barrhead Place, Avondale, Auckland.
Bonson achieved ISO 9001:2000 Management System certification and HACCP Food Safety Program certification.
Bonson achieved ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.
Bonson expanded its warehousing operations to 97 Lansford Crescent, Avondale.
Bonson launched the BioChoice™ packaging range.
The ClearVision™ packaging range was launched.
Bonson introduced In-Mould Labelling (IML), expanding its custom packaging and decoration capabilities.
The Bonson™ Tamper-Evident range was launched.
Bonson received two New Zealand Pride in Print Gold Awards.
The company also relocated to 59–65 Portage Road, New Lynn, Auckland, establishing the site as a major base for its New Zealand operations.
Bonson celebrated 30 years of manufacturing success in New Zealand.
Bonson received a Packaging Council Australia Design Award.
Bonson received international recognition with a WorldStar Packaging Award.
Bonson-Savpac Pty Ltd was incorporated in Australia, strengthening Bonson's presence in the Australian packaging market.
Bonson expanded its Australian operations through the acquisition of Wong Lee Pty Ltd.
BONSON-SAVPAC was rebranded as part of the continued development of the business.
Bonson also achieved FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification.
Bonson commissioned thermoforming machinery and manufactured its first recycled PET (rPET) product, expanding its local manufacturing capabilities into recycled-content packaging.
Bonson celebrated 40 years of manufacturing success, marking four decades since the business was founded in 1984.
Bonson launched the first trial of RePlay Return™ with New World, introducing a returnable food container system designed to keep packaging in circulation through repeated use.
RePlay Return™ received three Gold Awards and one Silver Award at the 2026 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards (PIDA), recognising the project across sustainability, design, labelling and food packaging categories.
RePlay Return™ received a Silver & Bronze Award at the Design Institute of New Zealand (DINZ) Best Awards SILVER for Sustainable Industrial Design (SPD) & BRONZE for Structural Packaging.
Bonson purchases Adelaide packaging distributor Northland Distributors.
Awards & Accolades
We are Bonson - a family that cares
Our Team
Bonson is a tight team, committed to positively contributing to our clients’ businesses via great partnerships. We use initiative, clever design and best practice to produce and distribute excellent quality food packaging.
Interested in joining the Bonson team?
We’re always interested in meeting talented and ambitious people who share the same values we do. Register your details with us below to be considered for future opportunities that match your skill set.
Ready-to-go Packaging
Café or restaurant; deli or takeaway; caterer or retailer – a packaging solution for everyone.
Environmentally Friendly Packaging
Recyclable, renewable and compostable options for a circular economy
Custom Food Packaging Solutions
End-to-end, award-winning packaging consultancy, from concept development to finished product.
Frequently asked questions
Bonson Packaging is a family-owned food packaging business established in Auckland, New Zealand, in 1984. Today, Bonson supplies food packaging and foodservice products to businesses across Australia and New Zealand, supported by manufacturing expertise, product innovation and distribution operations.
Bonson Packaging's Australian operations are based in Brisbane, Queensland. We supply food packaging and foodservice products to cafés, restaurants, food manufacturers, retailers, caterers and distributors across Australia.
Bonson's manufacturing facilities are located in Auckland, New Zealand, where we produce high-quality plastic food packaging using injection moulding and thermoforming technologies. Our Australian operations supply both New Zealand-manufactured and internationally sourced packaging products.
Bonson supplies a comprehensive range of food packaging, including takeaway containers, ready meal trays, tamper-evident containers, PET and rPET packaging, reusable containers, paper and kraft packaging, sugarcane containers, cups, lids, cutlery and other foodservice essentials.
Yes. Australian businesses can browse and purchase food packaging and foodservice supplies directly from the Bonson Australia online store. We offer convenient online ordering, an extensive product range and delivery options for businesses across Australia.
Yes. Bonson supplies bulk food packaging and wholesale packaging solutions for Australian businesses. Eligible customers can apply for a trade account to access competitive trade pricing and support for ongoing packaging requirements.
Yes. Bonson offers custom food packaging design and manufacturing solutions, including injection-moulded and thermoformed containers, In-Mould Labelling (IML) and branded packaging. Our New Zealand manufacturing expertise supports food manufacturers and businesses seeking packaging tailored to their products.
Yes. Bonson offers recyclable material options, recycled-content packaging and durable reusable food containers. Our range includes polypropylene (PP), PET, recycled PET (rPET), paperboard and sugarcane fibre packaging. Recyclability depends on the specific product and available local recycling facilities.