Packaging is a logistical resource and its standardised dimensions contribute to an efficient supply chain. It also provides optimum protection for carefully cultivated floriculture products. We aim to continue improving our product and transport packaging (packaging materials) and make it more sustainable for the supply chain. We work closely with growers, buyers, our suppliers, packaging experts and other partners in the chain to achieve this.
By making our packaging more sustainable, we are contributing to the national programme ‘The Netherlands Circular by 2050’ and, of course, to the objectives of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) legislation. When it comes to sustainable packaging, the challenge is to find the right balance for every product-packaging combination. At Royal FloraHolland, you will find the B2B (business-to-business) transport packaging that suits your product and the needs of your customers.
In July 2024, Royal FloraHolland joined the
Horti Sustainable Packaging Initiative (HSPI). This initiative offers the opportunity to contribute to reducing the environmental impact of packaging. Our participation offers advantages for growers and buyers. By collaborating on sustainable industry standards with packaging suppliers active in the floriculture sector, we help our customers find solutions to make packaging more sustainable. This contributes to a better environment and is in line with new EU legislation (PPWR).
All cardboard packaging purchased or rented by us is FSC certified. By choosing 100% FSC cardboard, we are directly contributing to the protection of our global forests and a healthy living environment for people and animals.
What does FSC mean?
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)) is an international organisation committed to the conservation and responsible management of forests worldwide. This ensures that the ecological, social and economic aspects of forest management are taken into account in a balanced manner, such as:
- Protection of plant and animal habitats.
- Respect for local communities and forest workers.
- Harvesting wood while preserving the forest.
Wood and paper products from an FSC-certified forest can be recognised by the FSC label.
