May 29, 2025 (DS Smith PLC (via LinkedIn)) –
DS Smith PLC posted 23 LinkedIn updates from May 22 to May 29, 2025. The company's posts covered a wide range of topics, including sustainability initiatives, industry events, innovative packaging solutions, and corporate social responsibility. Let's delve into the key areas of focus for DS Smith during this period.
Sustainability and Circular Economy
DS Smith demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles. The company highlighted its efforts to reduce plastic waste in e-commerce packaging, noting that fashion e-commerce in Europe is expected to generate 21.8 billion plastic delivery bags annually by 2030, with 93% not being recycled. DS Smith presented paper bag solutions as an alternative, designed for operational efficiency and evolving customer expectations.
The company also showcased its circular economy model through the "Close the Cycle" workshop held at their Impact Center in Pessione, Italy. This event brought together customers from the Packaging and Recycling divisions to discuss key sustainability themes and the challenges posed by the new European PPWR regulation.
DS Smith emphasized its approach to sustainable design, stating that the greatest impact on sustainability is achieved at the design stage. Their designers use an innovative method to create smart and sustainable packaging solutions, aiming for 100% circularity and using cardboard that can be reused up to 25 times.
E-commerce packaging sustainability solutions
Close the Cycle workshop on sustainability
Sustainable design approach highlighted
Innovation and Product Development
DS Smith showcased several innovative packaging solutions during this period. The company introduced the new Tecnipack® V3 with an ultra-fast folding system, set to be presented at the Mindtech 2025 event. They also highlighted their Heavy Duty corrugated cardboard solutions, including a WorldStar Award winner.
The company demonstrated its ability to adapt packaging solutions for different logistical needs. For example, they presented a case where the same packaging was adapted for both one-way shipments in corrugated cardboard and a returnable version with flexible material for closed, reusable circuits.
DS Smith also promoted its range of cardboard pallets as a perfect substitute for traditional wood or plastic pallets. These pallets are lighter, ideal for air transport or exports, 100% recyclable, and can be custom-made or combined with pallet boxes for a complete solution.
Mindtech 2025 innovative packaging preview
Adaptable packaging solutions showcase
Cardboard pallets as sustainable alternative
Industry Events and Partnerships
DS Smith announced its participation in Mindtech 2025, reaffirming its commitment to the industry and its key role as an industrial packaging solutions provider. This event will allow the company to connect with automotive, metalworking, and capital goods companies, showcasing how their innovative solutions can improve competitiveness, sustainability, and logistical efficiency.
The company also participated in an event organized by AILM (Italian Lean Management Association) at the Coca-Cola plant in Nogara, Italy. This event focused on lean production and strategies for continuous improvement of business processes, where DS Smith presented its "DS Smith Way" program for standardizing operations and optimizing performance.
Mindtech 2025 participation announcement
AILM event on lean production strategies
Corporate Social Responsibility
DS Smith demonstrated its commitment to social responsibility through various initiatives. The company highlighted its collaboration with the Gloria Fuertes Special Education School in Andorra, Spain, exploring new ways to connect industrial reality with education and supporting professional qualification programs.
The company also emphasized its focus on educating children about recycling and the circular economy. Through interactive activities and games, DS Smith aims to show the youngest generation how they can contribute to environmental protection, fostering responsible thinking for a better future.
Collaboration with special education school
Children's education on recycling initiative
Recycling Services and Regulatory Compliance
DS Smith promoted its certified recycling services for paper and cardboard across Italy and other locations. The company offers national collection services for monthly contracts of 8+ tons and single collections of 10+ tons. They also provide support to companies in meeting compliance, traceability, and audit requirements.
The company addressed the new European Packaging Regulation (PPWR), which came into force in early 2025 and will begin to apply in mid-2026. DS Smith emphasized the importance of early adaptation to the new requirements, which will directly impact the entire supply chain, covering issues such as waste reduction, recyclability, recycled content, reuse and refilling, and packaging minimization.
Recycling services in Italy promotion
European Packaging Regulation guidance
Other Notable Updates
DS Smith celebrated 50 years of innovation at its Witzenhausen Paper Mill in Germany, highlighting the mill's journey from its early days to becoming one of DS Smith's most efficient sites. The company also shared insights on how quality packaging can reduce product damage by up to 30%, emphasizing the importance of proper packaging in protecting goods and optimizing storage and transportation costs.
In conclusion, DS Smith's LinkedIn activity during this period showcases a company deeply committed to sustainability, innovation, and social responsibility. From circular economy initiatives to technological advancements in packaging and community engagement, DS Smith continues to position itself as a leader in the packaging industry, driving positive change on a global scale.
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