Reusable transport packaging contributes to the climate targets of Germany and the entire EU: According to the German government's Climate Protection Act, CO2 emissions are to fall by 55% by 2030 compared to the reference year 1990; Europe is to become greenhouse gas neutral by...
Reusable transport packaging contributes to the climate targets of Germany and the entire EU: According to the German government's Climate Protection Act, CO2 emissions are to fall by 55% by 2030 compared to the reference year 1990; Europe is to become greenhouse gas neutral by...
Environmental concerns are paramount for companies today. Packaging solutions can enable companies to reduce the environmental footprint of their supply chains. To make informed packaging decisions and compare the impact of single-use and reusable packaging, companies can turn to packaging life cycle assessments (“PLCA”). PLCAs...
In a highly competitive business environment, companies across industries are looking to increase productivity and drive efficiency in their supply chains. One element that plays a crucial role in this automation revolution is: Packaging. Reusable plastic packaging is compatible with a wide variety of automated...
At ORBIS Europe, we understand the importance of reducing waste and minimising the use of resources in our customers’ and our own operations. That is why ORBIS® Corporation has appointed Thomas Estock as its new Director of Sustainability. The position will focus on furthering sustainability...
Pallets are an essential part of supply chains across almost all industries. When transporting goods on pallets, companies have the choice between two main materials: wood and plastic. While wood pallets have been the go-to-choice for long, plastic pallets have emerged as a popular alternative...
ORBIS and Menasha Announce Leadership Changes: ORBIS® Corporation has announced the upcoming retirement of current President Bill Ash and the appointment of Norm Kukuk to succeed him as president of ORBIS. ORBIS’ mother company Menasha Corporation announced that James M. Kotek will retire from his...
ORBIS Europe develops and manufactures reusable plastic packaging solutions. The plastic foldable large containers and pallets provide sustainable and efficient alternatives to steel, wood and one-way packaging. With innovative manufacturing processes, a durable design and recyclability, the product life cycle follows the circular economy principle....
In manufacturing industries such as automotive, steel packaging is still the go-to solution for transporting parts. They are robust, durable and have high weight capacities. But all these characteristics apply to plastic packaging, too. So, what are the differences? We compared both solutions one to...
Due to economic and political crises, global supply chains are more fragile than ever. At the same time, companies are dealing with increasing consumers’ expectations for sustainability initiatives. The supply chain is a good place to start when looking to improve efficiency and sustainability in...