Scholle IPN Merges With SIG to Deliver Sustainable Packaging

Scholle IPN, a leader in spouted pouch and bag-in-box packaging in the Americas and Asia, is merging with SIG, a household name in the carton packaging sector in Europe for 170 years. The two companies say they share similar values, have long histories of innovation and excel in complementary package formats.

Sustainability is a core value to both Scholle IPN and SIG. It’s the foundation of both companies, as the companies’ products are said to require fewer materials, use less energy to produce and reduce waste at every step of the supply chain.

Both companies take an active role in being environmentally responsible. SIG uses renewable, plant-based materials for most of its packaging and was reportedly the first to develop an aseptic carton made of 100% forest-based renewable materials. SIG uses 100% renewable energy in its plants and has worked to make cartons fully recyclable.

Scholle IPN’s flexible packaging focuses on source reduction and simple, mono-material construction. According to the company, bag-in-box and pouch packaging can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90%, and its mono-material films are easier to recycle and require fewer materials to produce.

Both Scholle IPN and SIG have been recognized for a shared investment in sustainable practices by organizations like EcoVadis, the Forest Stewardship Council, FSSC 22000 and the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative. Together, the companies say they can provide customers with a diverse and comprehensive roadmap to meet their environmental goals and objectives.

By joining forces, the companies plan to offer a more comprehensive range of packaging solutions, while also gaining a better understanding of customers’ needs and markets.