Taking the first step: Episode 3

One of the biggest roadblocks for many SMEs when it comes to reducing their environmental footprint is taking the first step. In this video series, we're following cracker company, Kurrajong Kitchen, as it works with Calyx, a leader in databased sustainability insights for food supply chains, to map the carbon, water, and biodiversity footprint of its new product, Oaklees.

In this episode, Lauren presents the findings with some surprising and encouraging revelations. 

 

Packaging News

TricorBraun has acquired Australian spirits packaging distributor UniquePak, and Australian industrial packaging distributor Alplas Products, further expanding its Australian presence.

Sales at Amcor fell by seven per cent in the Q3, but EBIT rose on the basis of what the company says was a strong cost performance, and the benefits of its restructuring initiatives.

Pact Group’s efforts to recycle used milk bottles and convert them into new bottles at its Laverton facility, has seen it win the Circular Economy Award at this year’s Chemistry Australia Industry Awards.