SIG Joins Forces with Ellen MacArthur Foundation to Drive Circular Economy for Packaging
- 24-Jan-2025 12:00 AM
- Journalist: Timothy Greene
SIG has announced its partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, marking a significant step in advancing circular packaging systems. This collaboration aligns with SIG’s mission to promote sustainability and environmental innovation, as the company continues to lead efforts in reducing waste, improving recyclability, and increasing the use of renewable materials.
By joining the Foundation’s global network, SIG will gain access to a wealth of expertise and insights, enabling the company to accelerate its transition towards a zero-waste, low-carbon future for the packaging industry. This partnership reflects SIG's broader strategy to scale circular solutions that address environmental challenges and set new standards for sustainable packaging.
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is dedicated to fostering a circular economy by eliminating waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in circulation, and regenerating natural systems. Its global network comprises businesses, policymakers, financial institutions, and experts working collectively to drive systemic change. As a network partner, SIG will have the opportunity to collaborate with other organizations, share innovative strategies, and adopt best practices to transform its business operations.
Samuel Sigrist, CEO of SIG, emphasized the importance of the partnership, stating, “Becoming a network partner of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation underscores our unwavering commitment to building a sustainable future. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our vision of leading the packaging industry towards a circular economy, where resources are reused, waste is minimized, and our products benefit both people and the planet. Together, we aim to redefine what’s possible by creating packaging solutions that not only meet today’s needs but also ensure a thriving tomorrow.”
Through this partnership, SIG aims to tackle critical challenges in packaging sustainability by designing products that integrate environmental considerations from the outset. By leveraging the Foundation’s global platform, SIG is poised to contribute to systemic change and inspire other players in the industry to adopt circular practices.
This collaboration is a pivotal step in SIG’s journey to redefine packaging systems, ensuring they align with the principles of the circular economy. By addressing pressing environmental issues and driving collective action, SIG aims to lead the way in creating packaging solutions that are not only functional and innovative but also sustainable for generations to come.
SIG is a leading provider of innovative packaging solutions designed to deliver better outcomes—for customers, consumers, and the planet. With a unique portfolio that includes aseptic cartons, bag-in-box, and spouted pouches, SIG partners with its customers to ensure food and beverage products reach consumers worldwide in a safe, sustainable, and cost-effective manner.
Leveraging cutting-edge technology and exceptional innovation capabilities, SIG offers versatile packaging systems and solutions that support the creation of groundbreaking products and efficient operations. These efforts are aimed at addressing the ever-evolving needs of consumers.
Sustainability is at the core of SIG’s business strategy, shaping the company’s mission to create packaging that benefits both people and the planet. SIG is committed to delivering solutions that give back more to the world than they take, guiding the way toward a more sustainable future.