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Sustainability Governance Model

Why it matters

Our sustainability governance model ensures that environmental, social and economic goals are fully aligned with our operational strategy. It creates accountability by clearly defining roles, responsibilities and decision-making structures. 

The model helps us reduce and manage risks related to climate change, social inclusion, regulations and stakeholder expectations. It also supports transparent reporting and compliance with ESG standards and frameworks. Most importantly, it integrates sustainability into the core of our business operations and culture, helping both us and our customers meet responsibility commitments, particularly in reducing carbon footprints.

Our Sustainability Governance Model

Level 1 – Board of Directors

  • Members: CEO & Chairman, Investor  (# 2) 
  • Accountable for sustainability-related disclosures and KPIs
  • Reviews sustainability progress at least once a year

Level 2 – Sustainability Steerco

  • Sustainability Steerco involves all Excom members: CEO, CFO, CHRO, COO, CCO, CC&MO, BU Director(s), Legal & Compliance, Sustainability manager.
  • Responsible, monitors progress of sustainability projects and KPIs , Targets
  • Provides topics for the Sustainability Training Academy
  • Meets at least once per month
  • Group sustainability policies , KPI’s & Targets will be approved by the Excom.

Level 3 – Sustainability Projects

  • A project manager is appointed for each sustainability project
  • If the project manager is not part of the Steerco, a project sponsor (from the Steerco) is assigned
  • Responsible for project progress, deliverables and objectives
  • Regular steering committee meetings, per project

Level 4 – Sustainability Meetings

  • Coördinator: Group Sustainability Manager
  • Sustainability related topics will be presented to the Excom.
  • Individual meetings with local sites and functional leaders for projects, actions and KPI follow-up
  • Sustainability Academy : Regular training sessions on Environmental, Social, Ethical and Governance aspects for all members (Levels 1-4)

The full package in packaging

We assist our customers with the development of the whole packaging process. From conception and design, to printing, die-cutting, folding and adhesion. The potential combinations for printing, forms and formats are effectively endless. We look forward to getting around the table with you to map out how your ideal packaging solution must look.

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