April 2, 2025 (Billerud AB (via LinkedIn)) –
Billerud AB posted 14 LinkedIn updates from March 26 to April 2, 2025. The company's posts primarily focused on sustainable packaging solutions, lightweight materials, and their annual sustainability report. Let's delve into the key areas Billerud emphasized during this period.
Sustainable Packaging and Lightweighting Initiatives
Billerud demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainable packaging solutions, with a particular emphasis on lightweighting across various product lines. The company introduced its versatile and super-strong cartonboard for beverage packaging, designed to reduce material usage while maintaining strength. This innovation aims to help customers save costs and reduce environmental impact.
The company highlighted that lightweighting is gaining momentum across the packaging industry, as companies seek ways to reduce material use, cut emissions, and optimize logistics without compromising performance. Billerud's approach involves continuous innovation, rigorous testing, and close collaboration with customers to push the limits of lightweight packaging.
Some notable lightweight products in Billerud's portfolio include Xpression E-Com, FibreForm® paper cups, and QuickFill® Plus. These innovations showcase the company's commitment to creating high-performance paper and board products from fresh fibers with excellent strength, reducing weight and emissions while maintaining durability.
Cartonboard for beverage packaging unveiled
Lightweight packaging boosts efficiency
Smarter packaging maximizes savings
Lightweighting trend gains industry momentum
Continuous innovation drives lightweighting progress
Sustainable packaging portfolio showcased
Annual and Sustainability Report 2024
Billerud released its 2024 Annual and Sustainability Report, marking a significant milestone in the company's commitment to environmental and social responsibility. The report highlights Billerud's full compliance with the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the new European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), demonstrating the company's dedication to transparent sustainability reporting.
A key focus of the report was Billerud's progress in reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The company's 2030 climate targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), showcasing their ambitious goals:
- Reduce Scope 1 & 2 CO₂e emissions by 42% by 2030, aligned with the 1.5°C target.
- Reduce Scope 3 CO₂e emissions by 25%, staying well below the 2°C target.
- Long-term ambition to reach net zero by reducing total Scope 1-3 emissions by 90%.
Billerud reported significant progress towards these goals, including a 20% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by the end of 2024, 98% fossil-free European mills, and the complete phase-out of coal in North American operations.
2024 Annual and Sustainability Report released
Progress on emissions reduction highlighted
Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions explained
Product Innovations
Billerud introduced new products designed to meet specific industry needs while maintaining their commitment to sustainability. The company launched SteriKraft D in 80 gsm, an optimal solution for medical packaging that demands extra strength. This paper is designed for heavier or sharper devices, delivering durability while maintaining sterile conditions. The product is compliant with recyclability standards and backed by an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), allowing customers to make informed, responsible choices.
SteriKraft D 80 gsm for medical packaging
Enhanced protection for medical devices
Career Opportunities and Talent Development
Billerud showcased its commitment to talent development and recruitment by advertising several job opportunities across different locations. These positions included an Opex (Operational Excellence) Engineer in Karlsborg, Sweden, a role in a SAP project at the Pietarsaari paper mill in Finland, and a Packaging Engineer position for the Application Development team in Frövi, Sweden. These job postings highlight Billerud's focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence across its global operations.
Opex Engineer position in Karlsborg
SAP project role in Pietarsaari
Packaging Engineer opportunity in Frövi
In conclusion, Billerud AB's LinkedIn activity during this period showcases a company deeply committed to sustainability, innovation in lightweight packaging, and transparent reporting of its environmental impact. From new product launches to career opportunities and significant progress in emissions reduction, Billerud continues to position itself as a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, driving positive change in the industry.
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