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📣 Exciting Preview of Sustainability in Packaging Asia 2024! As we prepare for this year’s transformative conference, we’re thrilled to share an exclusive interview with Eric Soegyanto, the Regional Head of Packaging - APAC R&D at Kenvue. Dive into the insights Eric will discuss in his upcoming session on ‘How Kenvue Drives Human-Centric Sustainable Innovation.’ This presentation is pivotal for anyone keen on understanding how sustainability can be centered around human needs while driving industry-wide changes. Learn more about Kenvue’s innovative approaches that align with global sustainability goals. 👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain early insights from a leader in sustainable packaging innovation. View the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gRctRupc Sign up to join the session and networking: https://lnkd.in/gVmDdgi #PackagingWeek #lastchance #IndustryConference #PackagingWeek2024 #Sustainability #FoodSafety #Recycling #SmithersPackaging #SustainabilityInPackagingAsia2024 #EcoFriendlyPackaging #InnovationInSustainability #Sustainablepackaging #packaging #plastics #recycling #sustainability #regulatorycompliance #packagingsolutions #packagingmaterials #packaginginnovations #Sustainabilepackaging #circulareconomy #packagingcirularit #recycling #packaging #sustainability

In 2023, Mediq made significant strides in sustainability! 🌱 Our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our operations has the following result:   📦 Our cardboard usage at the group level decreased by 1.8% per order, largely thanks to optimizations at our fulfillment center in Bleiswijk, the Netherlands. Introducing a new third packing line for smaller boxes resulted in a decrease of 127,982 kg (12.30%) in purchased cardboard packaging material.   ♻️ Our plastic consumption at the group level dropped by 7.01% per order. Initiatives at our fulfillment center in Bleiswijk, the Netherlands, led to a total reduction of 31.20% in plastic purchased in 2023 compared to the previous year in the Netherlands—a reduction of 10,655 kg   Join us in our mission to champion sustainability in healthcare💚

We’ve had action packed days at The Consumer Goods Forum Summit. What a privilege it is to support collaboration between retailers and manufacturers on key societal topics, such as sustainability, healthier eating, plastics and human rights. Yesterday, Dirk Van de Put and I kicked off the Summit by sharing the progress we've made in the past year, going 'from a moment to a movement'. We’ve already seen strong momentum, such as with 34 members, representing ten percent of the global plastic packaging consumption. These members have signed up for at least one of the nine Golden Design Rules to make packaging more recyclable. Not forgetting there's still enough work ahead of us during our second year as Co-Chairs.  Then, we dived into the key topics immediately, with a DE&I lunch together with Colleen Wegman, CEO of Wegmans, and led by Allyson Zimmermann, CEO of LEAD Network Europe. The conversation is already a Summit highlight. Colleen blew us away by sharing that the division men/women at Wegmans is 50/50 at all levels. Inspiring and it underscores the importance of our own ambitions.  There is much more to come this week, such as the voices from the next generation with Bite Back 2030, on the need for better access to healthy and affordable foods for all generations, a dive-in session on Forest Positive and a presentation on the Northern Stars in Retail.  #AholdDelhaize #ConsumerGoodsForum #CGF #fromamomenttoamovement #progress

Revolutionizing Packaging: API Group & Accredo's Sustainable Innovation Are you curious about sustainable packaging solutions? Dive into the world of sustainable innovation with API Group and Accredo! Discover how these companies are pushing the boundaries of eco-friendly packaging to protect our planet. Subscribe now to learn more about the latest sustainable packaging trends! LinkedIn Accredo Packaging, Inc. OUTLINE: 00:00:00 Opening Thoughts on Sustainability 00:00:34 A Chat with Jonathan Quinn 00:02:04 Your Role in the Circular Economy #SustainablePackaging #InnovationSolutions #ConsumptionHabits #TrendyBuzzword #PlanetFriendly #ConsciousChoices #SupportingSustainability #CircularEconomy #APIGroup #Accredo #RevolutionizingPackaging #JonathanQuinn #BusinessInnovation #EnvironmentallyFriendly #PackagingIndustry #SustainabilityTrends #EcoFriendlyChoices #ConsumerHabits #EnvironmentalImpact #SupportingBusinesses #PackagingSolutions #EcoFriendlyOptions #GreenLiving

Last day SOURCING at MAGIC and we can't wait to moderate this last panel discussion! Make sure you make it and join the conversation. 11:00am - 12:00pm PST Using Seaweed and Recycled Fibers to Make Delicious Clothing: How Material Innovation Contributes to A Sustainable Future You say that you’re sustainable– but what materials are you using in your products? Are there other materials out there that could work better when creating your products? With a focus on seaweed and recycled fibers as resources for materials, listen in and learn as our panelists discuss some of the latest innovations in alternative plant-based materials that are 100% sustainable and environmentally preferred.

Circular Economy roundtable for the “Metropolregion Rhein-Neckar” meets #JohnDeere. Very impressive dimensions and a place to re-visit with my kids. 😉. In this 6th meeting of the roundtable, we discussed three hands-on topics: ♻ Wooden and plastic palette repair and recycling to improve circularity in logistics: How to deal with contamination in palettes re-use? What logistic providers offer a full service including repair? And can economy of scale be realized by pooling the waste streams? The question will be continued with experts. ☁ CO2 trading platform for the Metropolregion Rhein-Neckar: Taking this year’s The Hackathon Company Guinness World Records attempt in #Mannheim as trigger, we discussed how we can contribute to the topic “decarbonize the planet” as well as benefit from the event in our city. ♻ Washroom paper recycling One of our members, Essity, is providing a solution for this issue, many companies deal with and #JohnDeere is already applying. The key is to involve all employees and continuously train staff because, as always in recycling, the purer the waste streams, the higher the recycling rate and potential for closed loops. A good but not simple measure engage employees for circularity! Many thanks to our hosts Daniel Sigmund and Khaled Jubeh from #JohnDeere and my co-organizor Klaus Kirr. We are very much looking forward to our next meeting at #MVVEnergieAG. Let’s close more circles in our region in 2024! Ira Brueckner Martina Eisenbeis Aline Fluri Eva Boll Julia Lauer Gunther Rothermel Holger Franke Sebastian Brandtstädter Guenter Gabriel Khaled Jubeh Samira Saleh Joshua Petri #circulareconomy #sustainability #johndeere #basf #porscheconsulting #essity #pepperlfuchs #heidelbergmaterials #freudenberg #sap

Did you know that by switching to Smurfit Kappa's sustainable packaging solutions, leading health and beauty retailer Super-Pharm, achieved outstanding results? Here’s an overview of what we helped them to achieve: 🔹 𝟓𝟎% 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Their innovative new box design slashed packaging material use by half, proving that less is definitely more. 🔹 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: By optimising pallet utilisation, Super-Pharm reduced transportation costs and environmental impact simultaneously. 🔹 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: The smart design enabled quicker replenishment on retail shelves, ensuring customers always find what they need. With a focus on sustainability, we helped them streamline their operations while also contributing to a greener planet🌱 If you're looking to reduce your environmental impact and boost efficiency, let's talk about how Smurfit Westrock can help your business achieve similar success.

Yesterday Abriso Jiffy hosted their first “Abriso Jiffy Sustainability Summit”! This customer event is an important step in our journey toward a more sustainable world ♻🌎 where plastic recycling is key. We are pleased to have been able to bring new insights and strategies to our customers. Three independent experts wanted to share their knowledge with our participants. 🙏🏼 A special thanks to: Christoph Vanderstricht: Expert in Circular Economy & Sustainable Value Chains, PWC Nathalie Cartiaux: Sustainability product development manager, LyondellBasell Goutam Challagalla: Professor of Sustainability and Marketing Strategy, IMD   Their presentations covered key topics such as: - The changing regulatory environment for plastic packaging - Advanced technological developments in sustainable plastics and the shift to circular raw materials - Real-world success stories demonstrating the potential and impact of sustainable plastic packaging.   Jean-Baptiste De Ruyck, CEO of Abriso Jiffy, opened the keynote event: "This is not a marketing story! We want to bring an informative story for you, our customers, through experts explaining how you and your company can deal with sustainability."    Together we are taking steps toward a more sustainable future! 🤝🏼   #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #PlasticIndustry #SustainablePackaging #AbrisoJiffySummit #Innovation #CustomerValue  

How does eco-friendly packaging help advance sustainable practices? Amid the ongoing global climate crisis, industries are actively transforming their packaging practices to embrace sustainability. The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) aims for all EU packaging to be economically viable for reuse or recycling by 2023. Explore the full article to learn about waste reduction and the future of sustainable cosmetic packaging. https://bit.ly/4bLeGMA Sustainability takes centre stage at in-cosmetics Global, emphasising eco-conscious initiatives. The Sustainability Zone, in collaboration with The Green Chemist Consultancy, returns to guide suppliers and manufacturers on their sustainable journeys. A new addition is the Sustainability Zone Forum, featuring a one-day program discussing cosmetic product lifecycle practices and showcasing leaders sharing advancements to minimize environmental impact. Explore the Sustainability Zone Forum programme here https://bit.ly/3wna2nL and ensure you secure your place now! https://bit.ly/3Ib9CUi #incosglobal #sustainability #packaging

ESSA hosted a panel session at International Confex this week called '𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 – 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫?' Chaired by ESSA Director Andrew Harrison and joined by Jennifer Bishopp, Karl Dukes, Oliver Smart and Lisa Tyson, the session focussed on why singling out certain parts of the supply chain is not the answer to a sustainable future in the #eventsindustry, as doing so prevents us from achieving sustainable goals as quickly as we would like.   So, what does need to happen? Work to a robust framework, be part of continual collective discussions and continually seek new and improved alternatives. The blanket removal and banning of certain items is simply not the right approach as too often this mindset is not based on the facts.   What else? Change the narrative. Stop viewing the supply chain as the ‘problem child’ when it is actually part of the solution. Sustainable practices will work best when we understand and value each other’s roles and e͟a͟c͟h incorporate new practices effectively.   𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐀 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 takes an in-depth look at a companies’ sustainability policies, management and processes, providing a framework to work towards.   Sign up today and: - Demonstrate your commitment to sustainability - Gain credibility - Advance your sustainability practices To sign up and find out more: https://lnkd.in/e6JqwHXz