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History

Established in the 1980s and innovating every day.​

CILS International began as a modest start-up in 1987 and is now a global leader in label manufacturing. Starting with a single label press, CILS’s dedication to matching the correct label to each customer’s application has resulted in the ongoing innovation of high-quality labels that trace what matters most to its customers — ensuring identification, safety and compliance in even the harshest of conditions.

Discover our journey

From humble beginnings to global recognition in label manufacturing

Explore the milestones and innovations that shaped our legacy

2024
 
 

CELEBRATES THE 15,000TH CUSTOMER

Marking sustained growth and innovation by directly supplying customers in 93 countries and growing.

 
2020s
 
 

A PARTNER IN UNPRECEDENTED TIMES

Awarded critical supplier status amid the pandemic.

Support for COVID-19 vaccine research, Government lead health protection and Global efficacy with the World Health Organization.

 
2010s
 
 

CHANGING THE GAME

Introduction of CILS 3.0® technology

Unique innovation setting the new standard for print quality on highly durable computer printable labels.

 
2000s
 
 

THE ONLY WAY IS UP

Labelling the International Space Station

Meanwhile, back on Earth we launched labels essential for mapping the Human Genome during the Biotech revolution.

 
1990s
 
 

A PRINTING REVOLUTION

Launches Laser and Thermal Transfer printable durable labels.

CILS keeps pace with technological progress as desktop printing becomes commonplace.

 
1987 to 1990
 
 

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS

Working with the technology of the day.

As Bill Gates’ (Microsoft Founder) vision for “a computer on every desk and in every home” became a reality, CILS switched focus from printing systems to manufacturing the best quality, durable, computer printable labels on the market.

 

Our Complete Customer Care Approach

At CILS, we believe in going the extra mile for our valued customers. We deliver more than just labels.
We make them well and we make them work, for you.

We are computer printable label specialists. Pure and simple.

With nearly 40 years of expertise, our tried-and-tested approach will diagnose the right label for your unique needs. We have built our reputation on consistently creating the highest quality durable labels with excellent customer feedback.

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