James Cropper PLC is a British papermaking and advanced materials company with headquarters in Burneside, Kendal, Cumbria, England. Founded in 1845 by James Cropper, the company has remained at the same site since its inception. The company specializes in niche solutions, tailoring manufacturing processes to customer specifications in substrates and components for hydrogen electrolysis and fuel cells, bespoke colors and textures in paper, and innovations in molded fiber packaging. Their products reach a global market, touching various aspects of daily life, from crafting bespoke colored and textured papers to creating specialist materials for green energy advancement and developing sustainable packaging.
James Cropper operates across multiple markets, including luxury retail and renewable energy. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability, aiming to be operationally carbon neutral by 2030 and achieve net-zero carbon emissions throughout its supply chain by 2050. David Stirling is the current Chief Executive Officer, having been appointed in February 2025. Mark Cropper, the great-great-grandson of the founder, serves as the Honorary President. Recent news includes a new operational strategy focused on long-term value creation and the appointment of Mike Gibson as the new head of business development in December 2025. As of February 6, 2026, James Cropper's market capitalization is $49.1 million, with a stock price of $5.14.
