Weekly Roundup: Crown debuts Twentyby30 responsibility program, O-I Glass completes ANZ sale
31 Jul 2020 --- In packaging news this week, Crown debuted Twentyby30, a robust program that outlines twenty measurable environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals to be completed by 2030 or sooner. The program identifies five distinct pillars of action – Climate Action, Resource Efficiency, Optimum Circularity, Working Together and Never Compromise – that represent topics of urgent global concern in which Crown can create notable impact. Also, O-I Glass completed the sale of its Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) business unit to Visy Industries for an approximated AUD$947 million (US$663 million). Meanwhile, Macfarlane Packaging announced plans to replace its existing stock bubble wrap with a new Sealed Air AirCap bubble wrap, which contains a minimum of 50 percent recycled material.
In brief: Carbon reduction measures
Crown launched its Twentyby30 program, outlining twenty measurable ESG goals that the rigid packaging supplier aims to complete by 2030. The objectives include the reduction of Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), targeting a 50 percent combined reduction in absolute Scope 1 (fuel) and Scope 2 (electricity) emissions, reducing water usage by 20 percent and sending zero waste to landfill. As part of the company's pledge to advance its contribution to climate action, it has had its greenhouse gas emission reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C, the most ambitious goal of the Paris Agreement.
Mondi Syktyvkar in Russia completed a major step in the modernization of its state-of-the-art power plant, with a capital investment of around €135 million. The investment in the power plant, including a new bark boiler, new steam turbine and upgrade of the power distribution network, further improves the mill’s environmental performance. It also supports Mondi's ambition to transition to a low-carbon economy and reduces the mill's CO2 footprint by more than 200,000 tons annually – equating to a c.4 percent reduction of CO2 for the entire Mondi Group.
Life's Butter Cosmetics converted its entire portfolio to sugarcane plastic.
In brief: Recyclability action
Macfarlane Packaging, the UK’s largest distributor of protective packaging materials, announced that from August 1, 2020, it will replace its existing stock bubble wrap with a new Sealed Air AirCap bubble wrap, which contains a minimum of 50 percent recycled material. The inclusion of recycled content reduces the amount of virgin material used in production and contributes to reducing the amount of plastic waste going into landfill. The new format AirCap bubble includes the Sealed Air barrier seal, which traps the air for longer and ensures consistent cushioning to protect products for longer, as well as helping to protect the environment.
Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials announced that its Clear Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) film portfolio has been certified to comply with the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) Critical Guidance Protocol for HDPE recycling. The Avery Dennison BOPP portfolio is the first to pass testing, and the company is committed to expanding the portfolio of film materials with pressure-sensitive emulsion acrylic adhesives that meet the APR HDPE Critical Guidance moving forward. The announcement gives brands in the personal care and beauty space, as well as other segments that use Avery Dennison clear BOPP films on high-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastics, validation that the labels stay with the container without impacting the recycling process.
Life's Butter Cosmetics converted its entire portfolio to 100 recyclable packaging. The company’s new series of tube packaging will be made from sugarcane plastic, an organic byproduct of farming, instead of traditional plastic made from fossil fuels. The marketing team also announced that the informational booklet with instructions is now being transformed into video series and tutorials on how to get the best out of the product and the dry brush.
Nutpods adopted SIG's 16 oz combidome carton for its zero-sugar oat creamer.
SIG found a new customer in nutpods, an industry-leading coffee creamer company, that has introduced a new zero-sugar oat creamer product line in the 16 oz combidome carton bottle. The artwork reflects a modernization of nutpods’ look, maintaining its iconic green logo but introducing brighter color blocks and simplified messaging. The combidome’s centrally-located single-action domeTwist screw cap and wide opening make it easy to open and pour, while the closure enables a controllable product flow without dripping. Moreover, combidome bottles are lightweight, recyclable and FSC-certified.
In brief: Business news
O-I Glass announced the completed sale of its ANZ business unit to Visy Industries. Gross proceeds approximated AUD$947 million (US$663 million), including a related sale-leaseback agreement, which approximated AUD$214 million (US$154 million). Based on recent currency exchange rates, gross proceeds represented approximately US$677 million. Approximately 95 percent of proceeds are being received at time of closing and the remaining balance will be paid within 12 months of closing without conditions precedent. Net proceeds will be principally used to reduce debt.
Mondi Paper Bags acquired two paper bag lines from Helwan Cement Company and InterCement Sacs in Egypt. With these acquisitions, Mondi’s paper bag production volume in the country will increase by approximately 60-80 million bags annually. As part of the agreement, Mondi will become an exclusive supplier of paper bags to Helwan Cement Company and InterCement Sacs.
SÜDPACK announced the expansion of its production plant in Klobuck near Czestochowa, Poland.
Coveris announced that it is set to complete a transformational £3.5 million (US$3.9 million) investment project at its Tenens Way facility in Boston, Lincolnshire, UK, leading the way for future growth plans under a new decorative labeling brand, Amberley Labels. After ten months of development and investment into next-generation print and finishing technologies, Coveris’ labels business is gearing up to deliver a major growth strategy targeting premium label sectors, including beverage, personal care and fragrance from September this year.
SÜDPACK announced the expansion of its production plant at its site in Klobuck near Czestochowa, Poland. In an official ceremony marking the occasion on July 15, 2020, ground was broken for an extensive investment at the site. A state-of-the-art complex is being built at the site of a company SÜDPACK acquired in 2015, Bahpol, which primarily specializes in flexo print. The new facility is expected to begin operating at the end of 2021.
De Jong Verpakking (DJV), the only independent corrugated manufacturer in the Netherlands, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Bangma Verpakking, strengthening its position in the Dutch food packaging market. The Autoriteit Consument en Markt has approved this acquisition. The acquisition gives DJV its first erecting center in the Dronten region of the country. De Jong Packaging is an international company with over 750 employees that produces over 600 million corrugated board packaging through its production facilities in the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium and the UK.
By Joshua Poole
