Our history
Paulus Michelson’s tin workshop was founded in Paldiski, Estonia.
Paulus Michelson’s tin workshop was founded in Paldiski, Estonia.

Production was relocated to Tallinn, where, under its new owners—Herman Taube and Paul Starr—it became known as the Tallinn Tin Industry and Chromolithography Factory Taube & Starr.
Production was relocated to Tallinn, where, under its new owners—Herman Taube an...

The beginning of a colorful era – the start of offset printing.
The beginning of a colorful era – the start of offset printing.

New owners, new name for the company – Norma time began.
New owners, new name for the company – Norma time began.

Norma allocates metal packaging business into new subsidiary – start of Metaprint.
Norma allocates metal packaging business into new subsidiary – start of Metaprin...

Management buyout: Metaprint becomes independent company.
Management buyout: Metaprint becomes independent company.

Aerosol container was introduced into the product range of our Tallinn factory, Estonia.
Aerosol container was introduced into the product range of our Tallinn factory, ...

A new factory dedicated to aerosol containers production opened in Pärnu, Estonia.
A new factory dedicated to aerosol containers production opened in Pärnu, Estoni...

Start of production of aerosol container components: tops and bottoms.
Start of production of aerosol container components: tops and bottoms.

Enhanced the functionality of aerosol containers by launching an embossed tactile danger warning symbol for visually impaired consumers.
Enhanced the functionality of aerosol containers by launching an embossed tactil...

Implementation of UV-offset printing technology, together with CTP solution. Expanding coating capacity.
Implementation of UV-offset printing technology, together with CTP solution. Exp...

Opening of a completely new aerosol container production plant in Tallinn, Estonia.
Opening of a completely new aerosol container production plant in Tallinn, Eston...

New logistics center was established in Tallinn, Estonia to support growing operations.
New logistics center was established in Tallinn, Estonia to support growing oper...

The opening of a new plant in Pärnu, Estonia marked the start of producing aerosol containers for the food industry.
The opening of a new plant in Pärnu, Estonia marked the start of producing aeros...

International expansion: new factory of aerosol containers production in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
International expansion: new factory of aerosol containers production in Saint P...

A logistics center was added in Pärnu, Estonia.
A logistics center was added in Pärnu, Estonia.

Adoption of digital printing technology opens new opportunities for customization and efficient small-batch production.
Adoption of digital printing technology opens new opportunities for customizatio...

Another international expansion: aerosol containers production starts in Heerenveen, The Netherlands.
Another international expansion: aerosol containers production starts in Heerenv...

Printing and coating activities starts at Heerenveen, The Netherlands plant. Installation of state-of-the-art printing and coating technology.
Printing and coating activities starts at Heerenveen, The Netherlands plant. Ins...

A fully robotized automated warehouse was introduced at the logistics center in Pärnu, Estonia.
A fully robotized automated warehouse was introduced at the logistics center in ...

First steps in renewable energy production – opening of a solar park on the roof of the factory in Pärnu, Estonia.
First steps in renewable energy production – opening of a solar park on the roof...

Launch of the second generation of digital printing technology for aerosol containers in Tallinn, Estonia.
Launch of the second generation of digital printing technology for aerosol conta...

Metaprint’s quality and environmental policies are based on our fundamental values:

Customer oriented
We put our customers at the center of everything we do. By being flexible, reliable, and forward-looking, we build lasting partnerships that create value and trust.

Responsibility
We take ownership of our work and our impact. Every employee is responsible for quality, safety, and acting with integrity. We create a safe, modern, supportive and inspiring workplace where people can grow and share their knowledge with each other.

Environmental commitment
We are committed to protecting the environment by minimizing waste, reducing emissions, and using resources responsibly. Through innovation and accountability, we aim to leave a cleaner and more sustainable world for future generations.

Sustainability
Metaprint is a reliable and forward-thinking partner, focused on long-term, sustainable solutions. We value professional, collaborative relationships and actively support industry development through engagement with schools and universities and being members of several professional associations.

Continuous improvement
We believe there is always a better way. Through curiosity, innovation, and collaboration, we continuously improve our products, services, and ways of working. We embrace new technologies and ideas to stay ahead and create value for our customers and partners.