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ABOUT THIS REPORTAs a family-run global company, we at Storopack take sustainability seriously and therefore attach
great importance to maintaining and improving quality of life for future generations. Sustainability
encompasses many dimensions. This report exclusively explains Storopack's activities with regard toenvironmental, economic, and social sustainability.

ABOUT THIS REPORTI N F O R M AT I O N A B O U T T H E R E P O R T

INFORMATION ABOUT THE REPORTThis sustainability report covers activities relating to thefiscal year from January 1 to December 31, 2022. The focus
here is on non-financial reporting.
We have based our approach to sustainability reporting on
the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), aiming to enable all our
stakeholders to gain access to standardized, comparable,
and consistent information about environment, social, andgovernance factors related to our business.
However, as we are at the beginning of our sustainability
reporting journey, we do not currently have complete data

The integrity of the statements, the listing of objectives,to publish for all GRI disclosures that relate to Storopack’s

and the clarity of how the activities contribute to thebusiness. We are currently implementing procedures andorganization's progress in achieving the objectives havetools to ensure that we can gather the required data. We are

been examined. It also has been analyzed whether thesecommitted to report further data in our future sustainability

statements are clear and understandable and whether

reports.

they are transparent about the company's efforts andperformance.

This report has independently been reviewed. The aimof the review was to ensure that the report presents

The review was carried out by the consultant Nexio Projects.

Storopack's performance and activities in a clear and

Nexio Projects is an international consultancy firmtransparent manner. It was not part of the review to verify

helping organizations reach their sustainability ambitions.

the accuracy of the data presented in the report or to

Through an incremental approach, the team of engineers,

perform an official audit of the content.

environmental scientists and consultants helps
organizations to understand where they are and where theyneed to go. They offer EcoVadis support as well as climate
and ESG strategy and reporting.

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ABOUT THIS REPORTMESS AGE FROM THE CEO

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DEAR READER,
Our mission "Perfect Protective Packaging" is also a toppriority in terms of sustainability because every productthat is damaged in transit consumes unnecessary resources
through new production and additional transportation. Our
aim is to offer the perfect protective packaging in several
dimensions. It must provide optimum protection for ourcustomers' products and be the most sustainable solution
for the application. To ensure this, the customer's product,
the packaging material, the ergonomics at the packing
station, the journey of the product and the disposal of
the packaging material, to name just a few of the relevant
parameters, must be taken into consideration.
In 2022, more than 35% of the products we manufactured inhouse were made from renewable or recycled materials. We
will increase this proportion to over 50% by 2025.
In the following Sustainability Report 2022, we explain
our measures and activities, which we have already
implemented and will continue to expand.
Best regards,

Hermann Reichenecker,
CEO, Storopack“In 2022, more than 35% of the products
we manufactured in-house were madefrom renewable or recycled materials. We
will increase this proportion to over 50%
by 2025.”
HERMANN REICHENECKER,
CEO, STOROPACK

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WHO IS STOROPACK
We are an internationally family-run business specializing in protective packaging and technical molded
parts. Tradition and innovation are equally important to us. Since the founding of our company, we havebeen working closely with our customers to meet their needs in the best possible way. We develop theright packaging solutions for a wide range of industries and advise our customers individually on how to
optimize their packaging process.
Video We are Storopack:www.storopack.com/we-are-storopackABOUT THIS REPORTI N T R O D U C T I O N TO O U R S T R AT E G Y A N D M I S S I O N

7INTRODUCTION TO OUR MISSION
Storopack was founded in 1874 as a family business and has

The Packaging Division offers flexible protective packaging

been trading as Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH, basedin the form of air cushions, loose fill as well as paper andin Metzingen, Germany, since 1959. Our aim is to provide

foam padding. The comprehensive analysis of existingcustomers innovative solutions by responding to theirpackaging processes in terms of speed and flexibility

needs in the best possible way and offering added value.

as well as the ergonomics and efficiency of the packing

This enables us to continuously improve the productivity ofstation is also part of equipping our customers to meet

our customers' protective packaging processes. We live thistheir needs. Whether integrating packing stations or

every day in our mission "Perfect Protective Packaging".

complete packaging lines, manual, semi-automated or fully
automated packaging systems: our application engineers

TWO DIVISIONS

are continuously developing the protective packaging

Storopack is organized into two divisions:processes to always offer customers an optimum solution.

Molding and Packaging.
The Molding Division manufactures tailor-made protective
packaging and molded parts, which are used in several
industries such as construction and automotive. These
are two of our four key segments. Furthermore, weoffer temperature-controlled packaging e.g. for thepharmaceutical industry. The fourth key segment we focus
on is food and non-food packaging.

1959

1874

Founded as atannery

Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH + Co. is founded;
Production of packing household products
made from Styropor®

ABOUT THIS REPORTBUSINESS ARE A S AND OFFICES

CLOSE PROXIMITY TO
CUSTOMERS WORLDWIDE
With certified production facilities and locations
worldwide, Storopack has a decentralized organizationand is always close to its customers. Worldwide, 2,310
employees work at 72 locations in 18 countries. Our
products are available in more than 60 countries. In 2022,
we had global revenues of € 612 million.

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72
612
2,310

locationsmillion Eurosin revenue
employees

CERTIFIED PL ANTS
2021

2022

Percentage of ISO140001 certified plants

13%

13%

Percentage of ISO50001 certified plants

25%

25%

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9I. OUR BUSINESSVISION & GUIDELINES

Our areas of core competence lie in first-class packaging

Values and standards are key to a company’s success,In a global, company-wide process, we have together

providing guidance on how to interact with employees,

developed our guiding principles in the Storopack Visioncustomers, and business partners and thus creating the& Guidelines, which form the foundation of our activities

foundation for exceptional collaboration. As a global,

and define what Storopack as a company, employer, andfamily-run company, we’re aware of our social and econo­

business partner represents.

mic responsibility, which we actively help shape.
More about Storopack's Vision & Guidelines:
www.storopack.com/company/vision-guidelines

solutions and molded parts.

I I . S AT I S F I E D C U S T O M E R S A R E T H E B A S I S
OF OUR SUCCESS
Our livelihood is derived through our customers.

I I I . I N N O V AT I O N I S F O C U S E D O N O U R C O R E
BUSINESS
Together with our customers and suppliers we develop andsupply innovative solutions.

I V. S U P P L I E R S C A N B E C O M E P A R T N E R S
Good suppliers can become strategic partners, a key
component of our success.

V. B U I L D I N G M A R K E T S W O R L D W I D E
We are close to our customers and understand their needs.

VI. EMPLOYEES ARE THE KE Y TO SUCCESS
Motivated employees, our most valuable asset.

VII. EXECUTIVE MANAGERS SET THE
EX AMPLE
The additional responsibilities of our executive managers aredefined and must be implemented.

V I I I . F A M I LY- O W N E D C O M P A N Y W I T H
VALUES
Storopack is a living example of the strengths of a familyowned company.

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OUR SUSTAINABILITY APPROACH
Sustainability is a multifaceted concept that addresses environmental, economic, and social concerns, all rooted
in the shared principle of ensuring that the well-being of future generations equals or surpasses our own. At
Storopack, our overarching objective is to satisfy today’s needs without compromising the prospects of tomorrow.

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M E S S A G E O F H E A D O F S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y

DEAR READER,
At Storopack, we are already thinking about tomorrow today.
Our aim is to ensure the preservation of our environment forour children and future generations through conscious actions.
As Head of Sustainability at Storopack Group, I feel honored to
be able to support this process, proud of the achievements wehave made so far, and excited for what the future holds.
Sustainability is not a new concept for our company. We
have been involved in the development of more sustainableproducts for many years and see this as part of our corporate
identity. For us, sustainability is not just a trend, but an
integral part of how we do business and create value for ourcustomers and stakeholders. We want to continuously reduce
the environmental footprint of our packaging solutions
and improve the right packaging at the right place where itis needed. Our perfect protective packaging is intended tosupport and not to harm. That is why we work on our design
and manufacturing innovation to help to move towards a moresustainable future.
For example, we already have products in our range thatare made from up to 100% recycled raw materials or postconsumer waste. You can find out more about this in the "Our
Solutions" Chapter of this report.

targets and KPIs that we will evaluate to maintain our focus
and ensure that we meet – and in many cases exceed - futureneeds, regulations, and customer expectations. Our basis forthis is to make decisions based on facts and communicate
them as transparently as possible ensuring that we always
avoid greenwashing.
As we continue to make practical progress, our approach tosustainability is becoming more embedded across the wholebusiness. We know that ecological and social sustainability go
hand in hand. With this in mind, we launched the Corporate
Social Responsibility (CSR) project in the course of 2022.
We are structuring a suitable approach for Storopack, as wehave already done for the ecological aspect of sustainability.
Our own central Corporate Sustainability department will
coordinate sustainability activities and support ongoingprojects in all relevant areas. Furthermore the department will
impart knowledge, support the development of sustainableproducts, and represent Storopack in organizations such as the
Alliance to End Plastic Waste (AEPW). You can find out more
about these and initiatives and the organizations that we arepart of in the "Our Community"Chapter.
Best regards,

We are on track to manufacture at least 50% of the products weby 2025. The results so far are very promising and we have athe boundaries of what is possible in sustainable packaging.
Since our last report, we have made progress in defining the“We have been involved in thedevelopment of more sustainableproducts for many years and see thisas part of our corporate identity. Forus, sustainability is not just a trend, but
an integral part of how we do businessand create value for our customers andshareholders.”
CHARLES POISSON,HEAD OF SUSTAINABILITY,STOROPACK

produce ourselves from recycled or renewable raw materials
clear plan to build on this momentum and continue to push11

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FOCUS
AREAS

OUR SOLUTIONSThis Chapter deals with our solutions. In it, we present ourphilosophy, which we aim to observe and try to implementin the development of every new product. This philosophy
comprises the 4Rs. They stand for Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
and Renew. We underpin this philosophy with solutions
from our portfolio and provide examples of how these areused by customers on site.

OUR SOLUTIONS

Our sustainability approach comprises three areas that are highlighted in this report.

OUR EMPLOYEES ANDO U R O R G A N I Z AT I O N
In this Chapter , we look at our employees and ourorganization. We take a closer look at what it means for us
to be a family-run company. We present our main initiatives
and cooperations. Additionally, examples of interesting
career paths illustrate how individuals develop within theorganization and grow with the company through their
dedicated participation.
OUR EMPLOYEES ANDO U R O R G A N I Z AT I O NOUR COMMUNIT Y
The Chapter, "Our Community", focuses on the importanceof community and social responsibility. It highlights ourcooperation with external initiatives, which we support
not only financially but also actively on site, such as
beach clean-up campaigns by the Big Blue Ocean Cleanuporganization. We also address charity campaigns andinternal projects relating to our commitment to close therecycling loop, a trustworthy supply chain and data security.

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OUR CARBON REDUCTION PROGRAM

GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS - SCOPESIn 2021, we launched the carbon reduction program for
Storopack to further reduce greenhouse gases (GHG). The
aim is to determine the current status of our greenhouse

NF3

gas emissions and reduce these along the entire value

PFCs

HFCs

N 2O

CO2

CH4

SF6

chain. We also want to play our part in achieving the climate
protection targets.
We are focusing on our Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions,which refer to the various steps in our value chain:

SCOPE 1
DIRECT

SCOPE 2
INDIRECT
Purchased Electricity,
Steam, Heating andCooling for Own Use

Scope 1 emissions cover our direct greenhouse gas

SCOPE 3
INDIRECT

emissions, which are those that originate from sources

Company
Facilities

SCOPE 3
INDIRECT

owned or controlled by Storopack, such as our on-site
Scope 1 includes emissions from manufacturing equipment
and our fleet of vehicles.
Scope 2 emissions are classed as indirect emissions: theseresult from the generation of the energy that we purchase,including electricity and heat, such as emissions from thePurchased Goods& Services

LeasedAssetsCapital Goods
Fuel & Engery
Related Activities
Transportation& Distribution

Company
VehiclesEmployeeCommutingWaste Generated
in Operations

Business
TravelTransport & Distribution, Processing of Sold Products,
Use of Sold Products, End-of-Life Treatment of Sold
Products, Leased Assets, Franchises, Investments

energy used to power our machinery and facilities.
Lastly, Scope 3 emissions encompass indirect emissions
from the entire value chain of the company, extending
beyond our direct activities and operations.
For Storopack, our Scope 3 emissions cover our life cycle
up to the exit gate of Storopack, including raw materials,
components, buildings, transportation, and waste
generation in our operations.

not considered in Storopack‘s project

UPSTREAM ACTIVITIESSTOROPACKDOWNSTREAM
ACTIVITIES

Source: Based on Greenhouse Gas Protocol

manufacturing processes and combustion of fossil fuels.

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For the first important step of data collection andcompilation, we worked together with the company EVEA, ateam of specialist sustainability consultants, to develop our
approach. This included not only Storopack's entire productportfolio, but also all our sites. The aim is to understandwhat emissions are generated where and how they affectour global environmental footprint. The figures that wewere able to identify and measure through this project are
published in this report for the first time.
From this basis, we are in a position to develop a longterm sustainability strategy to underpin this with concretemeasures and ultimately achieve the targets. The measuresand initiatives are described below and will be developed
even further in our next sustainability report.

E N E R G Y U S E , W AT E R U S E A N D G H G E M I S S I O N S
GRI-Code
Percentage of energy consumption
derived from renewable sources
305-1
305-2
305-3

Total Scope 1 GHG emissions
in metric tons CO2e
Total Scope 2 GHG emissions
in metric tons CO2e
Total Scope 3 upstream GHG
emissionsin metric tons CO2e

Percentage of total workforce whohave completed annual training on
environmental awareness

2021

2022

12%

15%

35 31734 21820 52019 052249 403240 364

16%

14%

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T H E 4 R S S TA N D F O R

Since the publication of our first sustainability report in

Reduce:2020, we have further developed our sustainability principle

Products that fulfill this approach are developed

from the "3 Pillars for More Sustainability" and covered

and produced in such a way that they limit the

it in a guideline based around the 4Rs. The 4Rs now form

consumption of natural resources to a minimum.

our foundation for continuous development towards a
consistent circular economy and are considered for every

Reuse:

product we develop.

Products that fall into this category can be used
several times for the same purpose.
Recycle:Defines products that can be recycled after use. In
addition, waste from end consumers or industry isused to replace new raw materials with recycledmaterials and thus conserve resources.
Renew:
Products that meet this R are made from compostableor renewable raw materials such as paper, starch or
bio-based plastic.

The 4Rs form our foundation forcontinuous development towards a
consistent circular economy.

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SUMMARY AND OUTLOOKWe have decided to introduce an approach to avoid our emissions as far as possible. We have therefore analyzed
and selected several projects that focus on reducing emissions and protecting biodiversity. When selecting
projects, our focus was clearly on the objective of sustainability and not on price.
We are currently in the process of finalizing one of these projects, in which we will plant trees and support
climate projects for two sustainable product types.
C L E A R TA R G E T S
Another part of this project is to define reduction targets for emissions and implement them in the future.
We continue to work on the ongoing implementation of our CSR project. We are currently developing a structureand defining key figures to identify important topics. In addition, we want to set targets for the key figures andimplement specific actions to continuously improve and ultimately achieve the targets we have set.
A current example of this is the implementation of the Supply Chain Protection Act. Our purchasing department
is working on a system to evaluate suppliers.
In addition, the carbon reduction program will also be covered by the CSR project in future.

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OUR SOLUTIONSFor us, variety means providing the right protection for every product, because different goods require
flexible and, above all, precisely fitting protective materials. We strive to produce the perfect protection
for products. We offer this to our customers with flexible, temperature-controlled or customized
protective packaging. In doing so, we always follow our philosophy of developing the best solution
according to the 4Rs in a transparent way.

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INTRODUCTION TO OUR SOLUTIONS AND THE 4RS
M AT E R I A L S A N D W A S T E
GRI-CodeThanks to the optimized use of packaging materials,
we ensure that goods arrive safely at the end customer.
Because one thing is certain: every product that is damaged

301-1,
301-2

during transport consumes resources unnecessarily.

Percentage of recycled or
renewable* materials used in
products

2021

2022

34%

37%

*excluding virgin paper

In addition, we have been developing technical molded
parts specifically to customer requirements for decades.
These offer users a wide range of properties and numerous
application options. They provide excellent insulation,
reliably absorb shocks, and at the same time are extremely
lightweight and malleable.
We offer not only our products but also our expertise as aservice. We advise our customers on finding the optimum
protective packaging, ergonomic workflows at the packing
table or automating entire packaging processes. Based on
customer requirements, we jointly develop a customized
solution for a maximally efficient packaging process. In thisway, we bring the productivity of our customers' packaging
process to a new level as quickly as possible.

OUR GOAL
Both of Storopack‘s divisions pursue the same goal in termsof sustainability. In 2022, we have produced 37% of ourown manufactured products from renewable or recycledmaterials. We have already introduced several successful
solutions on our way to the 2025 sustainability target, where
we want to increase the use of raw materials made fromrecycled or renewable materials to 50%.
Whether it is new product launches, product improvements
or process improvements, the basis is always our 4Rs.

OUR TARGET FOR 2025

50%
U S I N G AT L E A S T

R A W M AT E R I A L S
M A D E F R O M R E C YC L E D O R
RENEWABLE RESOURCESOUR SOLUTIONSREDUCE19R E D U C E M E A N S US I N G M AT E R I A L S A S M U C H
AS NECESSARY AND AS LITTLE AS POSSIBLE.
By "Reduce" we mean product development using as little
material as possible in the production process. In addition,
we advise our customers individually and offer themenvironmentally friendly solutions suited to their needs.
In doing so, we make sure that only as much protective
packaging as necessary is used, aiming for as little aspossible.
E c o D e s i g n ( L i f e C y c l e A s s e s s m e n t To o l )For this purpose, we use our EcoDesign analysis tool.
EcoDesign is a life cycle assessment tool that evaluates theenvironmental impact of all our solutions throughout theirlife cycle. This assessment takes into account all phases,from the extraction of raw materials, through production
and use, to disposal or recycling (cradle to grave). Life cycle
assessment is a valuable tool for decision-making andsustainability analysis. It helps identify opportunities toreduce a product‘s environmental impact and improve its
overall sustainability. The result of the analysis is a graphthat compares products characteristics across a range ofimportant indicators, so we can choose more sustainableoptions.

M A I N I N D I C AT O R S
C L I M AT E C H A N G EThis refers to the emissions of greenhouse gases in the air
and their effects.
O Z O N E F O R M AT I O NThis refers to air pollution caused by emissions (discharges of air
pollutants) that occurs under specific meteorological conditions.
M A R I N E E U T R O P H I C AT I O NThis refers to the increase in the nutrient content of water bodies,
which is usually associated with detrimental consequences for the
ecology of water bodies and their usability by humans.
W AT E R C O N S U M P T I O NThis refers to the amount of water we need directly and indirectly
to manufacture our products.
ABIOTIC DEPLETION
This refers to the decay and finite nature of fossil resources.
FOSSIL RESOURCES
This refers to the fossil resources required to transport andmanufacture our products.
P A R T I C U L AT E M AT T E RThis refers to the particulate matter formed primarily andsecondarily and the resulting pollution in the air.

Examples for how the
EcoDesign analysis tool
is used can be found on
the next page.

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PAPERplus® Papillon vs.
AIRplus® 100% Recycled
AIRplus®

The graph illustrates the comparison between the

1 O R D ER PA PER plus ® Papillon vs .

use of air cushions and paper cushions in terms of

1 ORDER AIRplus® 100% Recycledenvironmental impact and disposal/end-of-life perorder. Due to the different characteristics of the two
products, three times more paper padding is needed
than air cushioning to pack the same amount ofboxes. This is because air cushions consist of 99% air
and only 1% film. In addition to that, plastic weighs
little which saves resources during transport. Overall,the chart makes it clear that the environmental
impact of packaging materials depends heavily on
the quantity required for an order. A differentiatedapproach is therefore crucial in order to choose themost environmentally sustainable option according
to specific needs. Actually, most of the time our air
cushions have a better environmental footprint thanpaper cushions.

PAPERplus® Papillon
AIRplus® 100% Recycled

PAPERplus®

100%

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EPS PRODUCT VS. 100% rEPS PRODUCTThis graph shows the Life Cycle Assessment for an rEPS
product compared to an EPS product.
100%

EPS ProductrEPS ProductR E S U LT
rEPS
reducesCO2e by*21%
the consumption offossil resources by

32%

water consumption by

51%

OUR SOLUTIONSREDUCESTOROPACKʼS PRODUCTS IN LINE WITH REDUCE
AUTO.MINIMIZE▶

Reduces parcel dimensions (height) automatically bymeasuring the size and filling level of the box and by
cutting the edges▶

Cost-saving due to reduced shipping costs thanks tocompact boxes that take up less space▶

It enables carriers to ship more boxes per truck andthus reduces carbon emissions which results in agreener transport

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OUR SOLUTIONS

REUSE

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REUSE MEANS
EXTENDING A
PRODUCT’S LIFESPANA ND FUNC TION A LIT Y.
By "Reuse" we aim to provide smart solutions that canbe used multiple times for the same purpose. Reusing
packaging material is an environmentally friendly practice

I N S U L AT I O N B O X E S
DUNNAGES

that helps reduce waste and conserve resources. This isalready common practice in our temperature-controlled
packaging solutions. Reusing packaging materials not
only helps conserve resources and reduce waste, but canalso save money by reducing the need for consumers topurchase new packaging materials.
Many of our products are reusable. Paper pads, forexample, can be reused to ship other products or evenfor storage. We also offer products that are specificallydesigned for multiple reuse. After all, it would be too
resource-intensive and expensive to purchase them each
time.
These include the products on the following page.

LOOSE FILL

CL-SYSTEMOUR SOLUTIONS

REUSE

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EX AMPLES OF STOROPACKʼS REUSABLE PRODUCTS
CL-SYSTEM▶

Reusing packaging material is anenvironmentally friendly practice that helps
reduce waste and conserve resources.

The CL-System offers reliability in the area oftemperature-sensitive medical transportation such as
cytostatic chemotherapeutic agents, infusion
treatments or medical samples.

▶

The robust EPP boxes can typically be used repeatedly,
well over 200 times▶

Repeated use reduces costs and conserves resources

DUNNAGES FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY▶

Keeps the optimal temperature range thanks to PCM▶

Made from EPP for the automotive industry▶

The EPP components are robust, highly resilient, and▶

accumulators and one pack-out for all seasons

LOOSE FILL

The CL-System is qualified based on AFNOR NF S99-700▶

Our loose fill fills voids, effectively blocks and braces
products inside the carton, and is exceptionally▶

fenders, side impact panels and absorbers, headrests,

Customers can choose between loose fill made fromseat inserts, toolboxes for the trunk, and many others

home and garden compostable plant starch
Most of our loose fill products are recyclable, antistatic,
pourable, and therefore ideal for automated packaging
lines
I N S U L AT I N G B O X E S▶

Ideal for products that need to be stored andtransported within a certain temperature range, such as
those in the pharmaceutical and food industries▶

Our wide range of applications includes, for example,

resistant to shocks and heavy pressure
temperature and water-resistance EPS and from fully▶

lightweight▶

We offer thermoboxes made from EPS (Styropor®), EPP,
and Neopor®

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RECYCLING MEANS
US I N G R AW M AT E R I A L S
A S EF F ICIENTLY A ND
S US TA I N A B LY A S
POSSIBLE.
Our goal is to close the recycling loop. We pursue this firstly

PA PER plus ®

Styropor ® Ccycled™

R EC YCLING PA PER

by constantly increasing the use of recycled raw materials in
our products and secondly by ensuring that all products canbe recycled after use. In this way, we constantly reduce theproportion of virgin raw materials in our products.
We strive that this can be up to 100% with many of the
products in our portfolio.

AIRplus® Recycled

FOAMplus® 5504R

rEPS

PEL A S PA N ®

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EX AMPLES OF STOROPACKʼS RECYCLABLE PRODUCTS
FOAMplus® 5504R▶

Packaging foam made in part from polyol, a raw

We constantly increase the use of recycled
raw materials in our products.

material derived from recycled polyurethane▶

Polyurethane waste and residues from industry or
consumers are processed in recycling plants for the
production of polyol▶

FOAMplus® 5504R has similar properties to the raw

PEL A S PA N ®

material and can be processed into high-quality
protective packaging▶

Weighs only 4.2 kilograms per cubic meter▶

Suitable for lightweight packaged goods and reliably
fills cavities

AIRplus® Recycled▶

▶

The loose fill is recyclable and reusable▶

Manufactured from 100 % recycled material▶

Highly resistant to temperature fluctuations, germs,

We offer air cushions with 30, 50 or 100% recycled

and water

content▶

▶

We were the first manufacturer to produce a bubble film

PA PER plus ® R EC YCLING PA PER

consisting of 100% recycled material, both from▶

Consists of 100 percent recycled paper or cardboard

post-industrial and post-consumer waste▶

Can be fully recycled

Air cushions made of 100% recycled material offer the▶

Reliably protects products thanks to the same

same excellent properties as air cushions made of virgin
raw material▶

Compared to using virgin materials, throughout the
production process AIRplus® 100% Recycled achieves
up to a 30% reduction of greenhouse gases emissions
and fossil resources are conserved▶

The air pillows are also recyclable and can be added to
the recycling loop again and again

packaging properties as virgin kraft paper

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EX AMPLES OF STOROPACKʼSRECYCLABLE PRODUCTS
Styropor ® Ccycled™
▶

rEPS - C A SE STUDY

As a long-standing customer of BASF, Storopack was

CUSTOMER

selected to test the new chemically recycled raw

DA AN TECHNOLOGIES

material Styropor® Ccycled in the production of EPS
packaging during a pilot phase of the ChemCycling

The first product of Daan Technologies, a company based inproject.
▶

France, is Bob - a portable mini dishwasher. In developing Bob,

The innovative ChemCycling™ (CCycled) process makes

the main focus was on sustainability: the machine saves water

it possible to recycle mixed or contaminated plastics▶

The resulting plastic, Styropor® Ccycled™, boasts thesame outstanding packaging and insulating properties
as conventional EPS▶

and half of it is made of recycled materials. The developersrEPS▶

Styropor® Ccycled™ products are ecoloop certified
which is a proof that they contribute to the circular
economy by using plastic waste
in the production
process

▶

▶

▶

▶

also did not want to compromise on the environmental

We have a fully intergated solution from collection

compatibility of the protective packaging.

to bead production which is a unique storopack

Previously, when shipping the mini dishwasher to customers,

technology

the company had the problem of repeated transport damage.

rEPS consists of at least 95% recycled EPS/PS fromIn order to reduce the quality failure rate, Daan Technologies

post-consumer and post-industrial waste

decided to look for an alternative protective packaging to

new protective packaging can be produced with up

the honeycomb cardboard previously used. The choice

to 100% of this materialof a suitable solution depended on two main criteria: TherEPS is an attractive solution for companies that

protective packaging must reliably protect Bobs from a drop

want to ship their goods precisely and securely,height of 1.30 meters and be made of sustainable material.

while at the same time attaching importance to

The successful teamwork between Daan Technologies andsustainability

Storopack finally resulted in an environmentally friendly andrEPS retains the packaging properties ofrobust protective packaging made of our recycled EPS (rEPS

conventional EPS and is therefore ideal as transport

for short). With rEPS, a material made from 98% percent

packaging for sensitive products that require

recycled material, the innovative company remains true to its

customized product protection

values. Since the use of the rEPS protective packaging, there
has been no shipping damage whatsoever. This means that the
product speaks for itself.

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RENEW MEANS
US I N G M AT E R I A L S
C R E AT E D B Y N AT U R E .
With "Renew", we are focusing on the use of compostable
and renewable raw materials in the manufacture of ourprotective packaging. Our product development experts
are therefore increasingly focusing on more non-petrolbased environmentally friendly and renewable materials

AIRplus® Bio HomePA PER plus ® Clas s ic G r as sCompostablefor our products. This means that the materials used canbe returned to the ecosystem through composting withoutleaving any residue. Our goal is to use bio-based rawmaterials where suitable, to conserve resources, while
offering our customers the same excellent packaging
properties they are used to from products made fromconventional raw materials.

R E N AT U R E ® T h e r m o

PEL A S PA N ® B io

PA PER b ub ble ®
PA PER plus ®

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EX AMPLES OF STOROPACKʼS RENEWABLE PRODUCTS
AIRplus® Bio Home Compostable▶

▶

▶

The film is home and garden compostable and certified
by TÜV Austria

R E N AT U R E T h e r m oComplete decomposition in private or industrial▶

Made entirely from renewable raw materials

composting plants to natural, non-toxic resources▶

The paper wrapper can be easily disposed of as

It is partially made from renewable resources andrecycled paper

reduces the amount of plastic waste▶

▶

Significantly shorter life span (one year on compost)

The starch filling material can be disposed of via
compost or organic wastecompared to plastics made from non-compostable
resources▶

Biomass is harmless to plants and worms

PA PER plus ® Clas s ic G r as s▶

Consists of grass fiber and recycled paper▶

Can be fully composted or recycled▶

Grass is a renewable resource and saves much of thewater and energy needed to process wood fibers during
standard paper production▶

Features, for certain applications, the same excellent
protective properties as other Storopack papers

P A D L O C ® R E N AT U R E ®
PA PER plus ® an d PA PER b ub ble ® PA PER PA DS▶

Made from renewable raw materials▶

Storopack does not use coated paper▶

Disposal via existing recycling cycles helps to reduce
the use of primary raw materials

PEL A S PA N ® B io▶

Consists mainly of plant starch▶

Compostable and certified according to DIN EN 13432(Europe) and ASTM D6400 (USA)▶

Home and garden compostable and certified according
to NF T51-800 in Germany, France, Spain, and the UK▶

Water soluble▶

Low dust, antistatic, and abrasion resistant▶

Made from compostable film and and plant-based
cushioning material▶

Provides optimal blocking and bracing with superior
shock absorption▶

The cushioning pads can be reused several times

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R E N AT U R E ® - C A S E S T U D Y
C U S TO M E R : R E P L A C E M E N T S , LT D .
The US company Replacements, Ltd. specializes in the saleof delicate products – needless to say, they require a reliable
protective packaging solution. This is why Replacements uses
Storopack’s RENATURE® loose fill to protect its packages. It is
integrated into the company’s logistics via silos and packing
stations. The main challenge of this integration was toincrease the daily throughput hence increasing the capacitiesof the packaging logistics activities of Replacements, Ltd..
To reach the goal of improving the capacity the department
PA PER plus ® Clas s ic G r as s - C A S E S TUDYC U S TO M E R : E ATO N
Eaton is an energy management company dedicated to
improving quality of life and environment by providing
energy-efficient solutions. Eaton ships filter units andelectrical equipment to customers in more than 175
countries. The company was founded in 1911 and employs
nearly 100,000 people.
The company not only aims to help other businesses use
energy more efficiently and operate more sustainable but
Eaton is also committed to reducing the environmental
impact of its own operations. While it previously used
our traditional PAPERplus® paper, it now needed a moresustainable packaging material. To fulfill its vision to
improve the environment, Eaton switched to PAPERplus®
Classic Grass. PAPERplus® Classic Grass is made from both
grass fiber and recycled paper and has excellent protective
properties as other Storopack paper grades. In addition,
grass is a renewable resource and requires less water andenergy to produce than wood fiber - making it ideal for
Eaton's goals and products.

has been equipped with two additional silos, 12 new dosing
containers, and 24 additional drops. The volume of the silos
was increased by nearly 13,000 cubic feet, which equals 370

PA D LO C ® Re nature ® - C A S E S TUDY

cubic meters.

C U S TO M E R : H A M M O N D ' S C A N D I E S

Replacements also sets great store by biodegradable

Hammond's Candies in Denver, Colorado, is known for

packaging chips: “Replacements is committed to protecting

candy like candy canes. Storopack's Downey location

our environment and sustainability, which is why we would

helped them use sustainable protective packaging like PAD

opt for RENATURE® time and time again,” says Anthony

LOC® RENATURE® cushioning pads to safely ship their fragile

Caviness. The loose fill is entirely biodegradable and water-

candies.

soluble, does not leave any residue behind, and guarantees

PAD LOC® RENATURE® cushioning pads are sustainable

reliable protection for fragileshipping goods – such asprotective packaging made from compostable film, air andReplacements’ products.

plant-based cushioning material. They conform perfectly
to the shape of the candy and prevent movement in the
package. A compression system removes the air fromcushioning pads which reduces the mobility of candy canes
during transportation and significantly minimizes damage.
By switching to the compostable solution, Hammond's
Candies was not only able to meet their sustainability
goals, but also move to a more efficient and cost-effective
packaging process. In addition, this measure reduced
damage in transit.

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SUMMARY AND OUTLOOK▶

E A C H O F O U R P R O T E C T I V E P A C K A G I N G S O L U T I O N S A R E D E S I G N E D A C C O R D I N G T O AT L E A S T O N E O F O U R 4 R S : R E D U C E , R E U S E , R E C Y C L E A N D R E N E W▶

E V E R Y P R O D U C T T H AT I S D A M A G E D D U R I N G T R A N S P O R T C O N S U M E S R E S O U R C E S U N N E C E S S A R I LY – O U R P R O T E C T I V E P A C K A G I N G H E L P S T O C O N S E R V E
RESOURCES▶

I N A D D I T I O N T O C O N V E N T I O N A L M AT E R I A L S , C U S T O M E R S C A N A L S O C H O O S E F R O M S U S TA I N A B L E R A W M AT E R I A L S▶

T H E P H I L O S O P H Y O F T H E 4 R S I S A L S O E M B O D I E D I N O U R S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y G O A L F O R 2 0 2 5 : AT L E A S T H A L F O F O U R P R O D U C T S P R O D U C E D I N - H O U S E
W I L L B E M A D E F R O M R E C Y C L E D O R R E N E W A B L E R A W M AT E R I A L S▶

W E A L R E A D Y O F F E R U N I Q U E S O L U T I O N S T H AT A R E M A D E F R O M 1 0 0 % R E C Y C L E D M AT E R I A L .

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I N A D D I T I O N , W E A R E I N C R E A S I N G LY R E LY I N G O N S U I TA B L E E N V I R O N M E N TA L LY C O M P AT I B L E A N D R E N E W A B L E M AT E R I A L S

The solutions are successfully used in practice by our customers, as several case studies in this Chapter demonstrate. Our customers are satisfied on the one
hand because sustainable solutions are used and on the other hand because transport damage has been minimized and productivity at the packing tablehas been increased.
In the future, we plan to continuously improve in product development in order to reach our 2025 target. We are already working on new product solutions
from renewable raw materials. This involves starch from food that is normally no longer processed because it represents food waste.
Similarly, we are working on a long-term sustainability strategy at corporate level to create a future-proof and sustainable company. To this end, we want tofocus on how we can measure and reduce the emissions of our products and support climate projects.

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OUR PEOPLE AND OUR
ORGANIZATION
We are aware that challenging and supporting our employees is crucial to Storopack's long-term success.
We reconcile the two and make them our greatest support, because only satisfied employees are good
employees. Those who work at Storopack identify with the company and its goals. Our employees arecharacterized by their commitment, initiative, and flexibility.

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G U I D E L I N E S A N D I N I T I AT I V E SSTOROPACK AS AN EMPLOYER

FR EEDOM TO ORG A NIZE YOUR WOR K DAY
At Storopack you’re given the freedom you require to carry

T H E B E N E F I T O F F A M I LY M A N A G E M E N T

out your work efficiently and with the necessary level of

Storopack employees benefit from the strengths of ourcreativity. We make every effort to find the right solution forfamily-run company which include, in particular, a flat

each employee, for instance with flexible working models

organizational structure, fast decision-making processes,
personal contact with decision makers, and a good working

EXTENSIVE PRODUCT PORTFOLIO

atmosphere. Family management spanning several

As an innovative company, Storopack is well positioned

generations has contributed to long-term success andin the market with its customized and flexible protective

healthy growth at Storopack, and offers secure jobs.

packaging and technical molded parts. To build on this, weguarantee variety and thematic diversity with our broad

I N T E R N AT I O N A L S T R E N G T H

product portfolio. We find the right solution for all needs

Our two divisions, Molding and Packaging, areand thus create added value for our customers. Our aim is tointernationally focussed. Global presence provides our

become ever more sustainable and innovative in order to be

employees with varied tasks as well as new and interesting

well positioned for the future.

opportunities for making contact with employees at other
Storopack locations worldwide.

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T R A I N I N G : AT T R A C T I V E O P P O R T U N I T I E S
Storopack provides its employees with the tools they needto develop on a personal level, expand their strengths, andattain new knowledge and skills.

for balancing family life and your career wherever possible.
G O O D W O R K I N G AT M O S P H E R E
Friendly colleagues, mutual respect and appreciation allcontribute to the good working atmosphere at Storopack,which is not only evident in the ongoing teamwork, but canalso be seen at employee events held at various company
locations.
SOCIAL COMMITMENT
Commitment to social issues and giving back to thecommunity are simply a matter of course for us as aninternationally successful family-run company. Therefore,
we support social institutions around the world and set
great store by providing valuable social benefits for our
employees.

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TR AINING & STUDIES34

LONG -TERM TR AINING & STUDIES AT STOROPACK
We are actively committed to promoting young talent
by taking on a large number of trainees and students at

Storopack's trainees andvarious locations in Germany every year. Our commitment

students at the trainee

to training not only has a positive impact on the individual

meeting.

development of young people, but also makes a significant
contribution to counteracting the omnipresent shortage ofskilled labor in Germany.
For us, the continuous recruitment of trainees and students
is not only an obligation to society, but also a strategic
decision to secure our own need for qualified specialists
in the long term. Through targeted training, we lay thefoundations for a high-quality and future-orientated

In September 2022, the traditional "trainee meeting"workforce. Our training programs are designed to teachtook place again in Metzingen after a break due to thejunior staff not only technical skills, but also social skills. We

coronavirus. For the 13th time in total, 16 trainees andfocus on practical insights into various areas of the company

students from Storopack's German sites came together

and promote independent action. Through targeted

to get to know each other and the company better. The

training, we not only contribute to the developmentof skilled labour in Germany, but also strengthen thecompetitiveness of our company. The diversity of our
locations enables us to take regional characteristics into
account and at the same time contribute to the qualificationof young people throughout Germany.
TR AINING

2021

2022

Long- term* Trainees

1711Long- term* Students

75*Duration ranges from two to three years"We want to support our juniorstaff in making contacts within
the company and gaining newexperiences."
SANDRA MANCO,TEAM LEAD HR RECRUITING& LABOR LAW,STOROPACK

motto of the two-day event was "Teamwork for sustainablesuccess". The program included presentations of the sites
by the participants, a tour of the Metzingen site and content
on SCIP (Storopack Continuous Improvement Process). The
meeting was rounded off with a workshop on social media.
As usual, the trainees organized the event themselves,
this time led by an organizational team from Metzingen.
"The trainee meeting has become a tradition," says
Sandra Manco, Human Resources in Metzingen. "We wantto support our junior staff in making contacts within thecompany and gaining new experiences."O U R P E O P L E A N D O U R O R G A N I Z AT I O N

C O O P E R AT I O N S

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COOPER ATIONSC A R E E R S I N F A M I LY B U S I N E S S E SS TO RO PACK A S A CO O PER ATI O N PA R TNER

Storopack is a partner company of the Entrepreneurs Club's

O F THE D HB W

"Careers in Family Business" initiative, which aims to inform

With over 28,000 students and around 9,000 cooperating

specialists and managers about the career environment in
the family business category.
The "Karriere im Familienunternehmen" seal is carried
and used by the partner companies of "Karriere im

SUPPORTING

STUDENTS

companies and social institutions nationwide, theBaden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University
DHBW is now one of the largest universities in the stateof Baden-Württemberg (Germany), where Storopack isalso headquartered. Storopack has been cooperating

Familienunternehmen" in their online and offlinewith the DHBW since 1982 in the study programs Business

communication. These family businesses and their decision-

Administration-Digital Business Management, Industrial

makers are personally known to the initiators, usually fromEngineering, and Mechanical Engineering.

many years of co-operation.
As a dual partner, we can work with the DHBW to provide
By using the seal, the partner companies contribute touniversity graduates with qualifications tailored to ourthe overarching mission of raising awareness of family

requirements in just three years. The dual study system,

businesses as attractive employers among today's andwhich has been tried and tested for more than 40 years,

tomorrow's top performers and publicising their specificcombines first-class teaching quality with maximum

characteristics as employers. It thus serves as a recognition

practical relevance. By integrating theoretical and practicalmark and orientation aid for our target groups.

content, students at the DHBW are taught a high level ofpractical and social skills in addition to specialised and

PROMOTING

methodological knowledge and are thus optimally prepared

FA M I LY

for their career entry.
Since the partnership with the

BUSINESSESDHBW, Storopack has alreadyproduced 55 successful graduates.
Currently four academic/vocational degree
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C O O P E R AT I O N S

36COOPER ATIONS“ WISSENSFA B RIK” (K NOWLEDGE FAC TORY )The "Wissensfabrik - Unternehmen für Deutschland e.V."
is an initiative of companies and foundations committed
to the education of children and young people as well as
entrepreneurship in Germany. The nationwide network of

E D U C AT I N G

CHILDREN

German businesses has more than 130 members from all

The project manager responsible
for the Knowledge Factory at
Storopack is Olivera Haas. She
is exclusively responsible

sectors and of all sizes. The aim is to promote exchange

Storopack has maintained educational partnerships with 40

for the organisation andbetween business, educational institutions, and scienceelementary school around the Metzingen, Mainleus, Vechta,

implementation of various

in order to strengthen Germany‘s innovative capacity. In

and Wildau sites since 2006. In addition to science projects,

projects in connection witharound 2,900 educational partnerships, the non-profit

technology and business are also passed on to the schools

the Knowledge Factory.

association based in Ludwigshafen is committed towith the Knowledge Factory‘s lighthouse projects, enablingknowledge transfer and skills development in science,teachers to make their lessons more interesting and clearer.

technology, and economic thinking and action.
One focus is on educational projects for kindergartens andelementary school, which are developed together with
scientific partners. The Knowledge Factory is a particularly
effective organization: it has been awarded the Phineo Wirkt

More information about theKnowledge Factory:
www.wissensfabrik.deseal of approval for its KiTec technology project.
The Knowledge Factory is a non-profit organization thatis primarily financed by donations and sponsorship. As amember, Storopack makes an annual financial contribution
and supports by running projects within partnering schools.
Kids at the Rulamanschule in
Grabenstettem, Germany participatedin the "KiTec – Kinder entdecken
Technik" project.

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EMPLOYEES AT STOROPACK
Some of Storopack employees have been with the company
for many years with many of them celebrating 30, 40 or even
50 years of employment. With the following examples, weshow what makes working at Storopack special and why ourand self-study." Born in Metzingen, she has now been

employees enjoy coming here every day.

a permanent part of Storopack for 40 years - and has
a positive summary: "I have a good degree and work

4 0 Y E A R S AT S T O R O P A C K :in a varied job. As a mother of twins, it was important" T H AT S A Y S A L O T ! "to me that my employer is flexible - and at Storopack,

Andrea Kuder was the first academic/vocational degree

I've always been able to rely on a certain consistency."

student at Storopack in Metzingen in 1982. Even after

She adds: "Storopack's situation 40 years ago was

graduating with a degree in business administration

completely different to today. The company has grownspecializing in industry in 1985, she embarked on new paths

enormously since I joined. I have witnessed a great deal

at Storopack: at her first PC workstation in Metzingen, sheof development and have also been able to develop

was responsible for IT projects, including programming for

further. I've now been with

controlling and raw materials planning. From 1987 onwards,

the company for 40 years -her areas of responsibility were international industrialthat says a lot!""Storopack's situation 40 years ago
was completely different to today. The
company has grown enormously since I
joined. I have witnessed a great deal ofdevelopment and have also been able todevelop further.”
ANDREA KUDER,ADMINISTRATORSERVICES & INSURANCE,STOROPACK

insurance and raw materials planning, where she wasinvolved in the introduction of SAP in the early 1990s. Today
she works in Corproate Services and manages international
industrial insurance.
DILIGENCE AND CONSISTENC Y
Interest, diligence, discipline, and commitment havealways played an important role in Andrea Kuder's careerat Storopack: "Because I was the first dual student, thecompany and I first had to learn together where support
was needed. And even in my current role, I have built up
my knowledge primarily through practical experience

Andrea Kuder was Storopack's firstacademic/vocational degree student,
that was 40 years ago.

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C A SE S TUDIES FR OM EMPLOY EES" I S E E S T O R O P A C K A S O N E B I G F A M I LY "Helena Gironès Subirós works in the Research and

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YEARS

Development department of our Mollet des Vallès plant(Spain). She develops and checks that new projects arecorrect and suitable for production. Helena has been working
at Storopack for more than 47 years and has always beenable to evolve during this time. She started with prototyping
and was involved in the introduction of ISO 9002 quality
certification and ISO 14000 environmental certificationfor Storopack. The key factors in her career are flexibility
and curiosity. She has taken on many different tasks andhas taken every opportunity to further her education.
"Since I started working at Storopack, I have felt part of theteam. I particularly appreciate the human approach of the
management to the employees, who have always given us
security and encouragement to keep going, especially in

5 0 Y E A R S AT A N D F O R S T O R O P A C K
George Hinson has worked for Storopack in Downey,
California for an incredible 50 years, 1972-2022. Since
our company was founded in 1874, there have only been
5 people who have worked for Storopack for 50 or more
years. "My family and I are very grateful to George for his
dedication and loyalty to our company! We look forward to
many more years with George at Storopack!" says Hermann
Reichenecker.

times of crisis. "I see Storopack as a big family.”For George Hinson's 50 year anniversary hiscolleages put together a lunch for him.

Helena Girnès Subirós especiallyappreciates the team effort at Storopack.

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EMPLOY EE SUR V E Y

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EMPLOYEE SURVEY

70%

In order to maintain and further improve the satisfaction of
our employees, we conduct an employee survey every two
years. This involves collecting data on general satisfaction,
but also on specific topics such as tasks, workplace design,
information and communication, training and development
opportunities as well as cooperation and leadership at
Storopack. In recent years, the average participation rate
has been around 70%. The survey is conducted at all

85%of respondents are very satisfied or satisfied
with the possibility of being able to discuss
ideas, problems or queries openly with theircolleagues.

Storopack locations worldwide.

Globalsatisfaction
4%

index

4%

PEOPLE WERE PARTICULARLY SATISFIED WITH
THE POSSIBILITY OF CARRYING OUT THEIRJOB AUTONOMOUSLY AND INDEPENDENTLY.

W O R K I N G I N D E P E N D E N T LY AT T H E T O P"We were curious to see what feedback employees would
give us in this special year 2020," recalls Nicole Pichler, HR
employee at Storopack. "We deliberately decided to ask
both an open and a closed question about the coronavirus

13%
35%

crisis. This allowed our colleagues to provide us withcomprehensive feedback."
The scale ranges from 1 for "very satisfied" to 4 for"dissatisfied". The results show: The global satisfaction
index has risen from 2.03 to 1.86 compared to the last
employee survey two years ago." Once again, one value

4 4%

in particular stands out positively: the satisfactionof employees in being able to carry out their work
independently and on their own responsibility. With anindex of 1.57, this value surpasses that of the last survey andvery satisfied
satisfiedless satisfied
unsatisfied
does not concern me

averageparticipation rate

thus remains at the top.

WELL SUPPORTED
When comparing the satisfaction indices of the locations,colleagues in the United Kingdom performed best.
"Employees in São Paulo received the biggest boost inhappiness. In no other location did the satisfaction value
increase so much." From a global perspective, the respective
branches improved particularly in terms of the further
training on offer. When it comes to internal and external
training, Storopack employees feel very well supportedby their superiors. The various teams are now discussing
among themselves which development measures will betackled next - in workshops or staff appraisals, for example.
What is certain is that each individual can get involved andmake a difference.

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SUMMARY ANDOUTLOOK
As a company with more than 2 300 employees
worldwide, we bear a significant responsibility for thewell-being of our workforce and the success of Storopack.
We will therefore continue to attach great importanceto the satisfaction and health of our employees in the
future and also continuously improve this with the helpof specific measures.

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OUR COMMUNITY
Recognizing and implementing corporate social responsibility is an important step in achieving a positivesocial and environmental impact. As an international and owner-managed industrial company, we areaware of the responsibility we bear for the community. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) requires aholistic strategy and an integrative approach. Below you can find out what steps we are already taking
and what further actions are planned to continuously promote our social responsibility.

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42COMBATING

PLASTIC WASTE
ALLIANCE TO END PL ASTIC WASTE

Storopack took part in the Alliance to End Plastic

Storopack is part of the global initiative to rid the

Waste organization's global cleanup campaign in 2021.

environment of plastic waste. Plastic waste in the

Between September 18 and October 10, 2021, teams

environment, especially in oceans, is a major challenge
worldwide. Together with around 40 companies, we have set

ACTIVE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Priorities against plastic waste:ourselves the goal of preventing plastic waste from entering
the environment and removing the plastic already present in

1. INFR A STRUCTURE DE VELOPMENT

the environment.

Infrastructure development for cities and regions

International companies along the entire plastic value chainthat are particularly affected by plastic waste.

are participating in the non-profit global initiative Alliance to

Objective: waste collection, waste management and

End Plastic Waste. The participating companies have alreadyincreasing recyclingfrom Storopack locations around the world set out tofree the environment from waste. Additional incentive
for the employees were prizes for the most successful
team and the weekly winners. There were also T-shirts
and caps specially designed for the occasion. Several
full bags testified to the achievement of the all-aroundsuccessful campaign.

pledged funds amounting to around one billion US dollars.
Over the next five years, a total of at least 1.5 billion dollars is

2 . I N N O V AT I O N

to be made available for various projects and measures.

Investment in new technologies for recycling
processes and the recovery of plastics.

We participate not only monetarily and throughObjective: innovative solutions for packaging

developments that contribute to the establishment of arecycling and enabling a circular economy

circular economy, but also through active participation inprojects, working groups and committees of the Alliance to

3 . E D U C AT I O N A L W O R K

4. CLEAN-UP

End Plastic Waste, in Asia, North America, and Europe.

Educating consumers and the affected population

Removal of the plastic that has already accumulated

about recycling processes.

in oceans and rivers, as there is a particularly highObjective: create awareness and increase recyclingneed for action here.

More information about
Alliance to End Plastic Waste:

Objective: removal of plastic already present in the

www.endplasticwaste.org

environment

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43FOR CLEAN“The Big Blue Ocean Cleanup
program is just great. You dosomething good together with yourfamily, friends, and colleagues.”

BEACHESBIG BLUE OCE AN CLE AN UP

Storopack is the exclusive sponsor of the coastal cleanup

microplastics and small pieces of plastic from the beaches.

program of "Big Blue Ocean Cleanup", one of the world's

Big Blue Ocean Cleanup's coastal cleanup program itself

leading non-profit ocean cleanup organizations.

covers the whole world.

We have been supporting the non-profit, international

Big Blue Ocean Cleanup's commitment is also in line withfoundation "Big Blue Ocean Cleanup" since 2018. As theour own goals: Developing the circular

exclusive sponsor of the coastal cleanup program, we haveeconomy, increasing the use of recycledcommitted to a long-term partnership. Big Blue Ocean

plastics, and responsible recycling.

Cleanup actively seeks to raise awareness of the state of theworld's oceans and is committed to the protection of marine

More information aboutlife and the sustainability of clean oceans and coasts. This

Big Blue Ocean Cleanup:

includes initiatives such as beach cleanups, marine plastic

www.bigblueoceancleanup.org

removal, education, and outreach to partners and the
public.
ACTIVE SUPPORTWe not only support Big Blue Ocean Cleanup financially, butalso actively on the ground in Europe. Among other things,
beach cleaning campaigns are held in the UK, Germany,
France, Italy, Spain, and Benelux, in which our employees
take part on a voluntary basis. This involves removing

BRIGITTE VANHOORNE,
BUSINESS UNIT MANAGER,STOROPACK

DOING GOOD CONNEC TS BIG BLUE OCE AN CLE ANUP
After a two-year break, Storopack's UK and Benelux sites took part in the
Big Blue Ocean Cleanup. At the end of September and October, employees
and their families came together to clean up the beaches in West Wittering(UK) and Domburg (NL). The volunteers focused on microplastics and small
plastic waste. "In the UK alone, the teams managed to collect 35 kilogramsof plastic waste," says Marketing Executive Ann-Marie Boulter.

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E X T E R N A L I N I T I AT I V E SFOR CLEAR

WATER
More information about"Null Granulatverlust":
kunststoffverpackungen.de/en/topics/
protecting-the-oceans/

SUPPORTING

CIRCULARECONOMY
More information about CEFLEX:
www.ceflex.eu

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O P E R AT I O N C L E A N S W E E P
By participating in the "Operation Clean Sweep" initiative,

requirements were created to prevent granulate spillage andStoropack is making an important contribution to protecting

to ensure that any spilled granulate is not released into thethe environment from plastic pollution. We are committed toenvironment. For example, plants have been equipped withthe objectives of Operation Clean Sweep and have set our-special water filters. In addition, our employees are trained toselves the goal of ensuring that no plastic particles from our

avoid spilled plastic granulate and, if necessary, to remove it

production plants enter the environment via water. In doing

effectively.

so, we are making an important contribution to preventing theloss of granulate in the plastics value chain and thus minimizing the environmental impact of plastics production. In orderto achieve this goal, the necessary technical and organizational
CEFLEX
Storopack is committed to improving the circular economy

Europe. In recent years, our product range of protectiveof flexible protective packaging through its involvement withpackaging made from recycled raw materials has increased

CEFELX.

significantly. We will significantly increase this proportion in

Flexible packaging is an important part of our modern world.

the coming years. The importance of a functioning recycling

CEFLEX is a European cooperation initiative of over 130

cycle, to which we can make a relevant contribution throughcompanies representing the entire value chain of flexible

our involvement with CEFLEX, will be all the more important.

packaging. Together, the complex technical and economic
challenges for a functioning circular economy are to be
overcome. CEFLEX members have set themselves the goalof creating a sustainable collection, sorting, and recycling
infrastructure for flexible post-consumer packaging throughout

REC YQUALIPSO
Storopack is committed to promoting circular economies

polystyrene yogurt pots into rEPS. Recyqualipso wasworldwide in order to significantly increase the recycling

launched in 2019 by Valorplast and Syndifrais with therate. As a way to promote this objective, we have joined thefinancial and technical support of CITEO.

Recyqualipso initiative in France to find a way to recycle

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CLOSING THE

RECYCLING

LOOP

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EPS FROM THE YELLOW BAG IS REC YCLED INTO
NE W PACK AG ING
In Germany, the "Yellow Bag" is part of the dual systemfor packaging recycling. This system was introduced toThis pilot project is currently being further modified andorganize the collection, sorting and recycling of packaging

optimized. The results will then be made available towaste. They are intended for packaging made of plastic,other interested dual systems and plant operators formetal or composite materials, but not for packaging madelightweight packaging. German EPS packaging manufac-

of glass or cardboard.

turers are confident that they will be able to offer their

In a project under the umbrella of the IK Industrievereini-

customers packaging made from rEPS in the future thatgung Kunststoffverpackungen e.V., together with other Ger-

also contains recycled material from the Yellow Bag.

man EPS packaging manufacturers, we were able to provethat sorting and recycling polystyrene seems to makerEPS

ecological and economic sense. The EPS collected in the

In 2020, we delivered the firstyellow bag is sorted out and delivered to Storopack, amongprotective packaging made from 100%others, where it is processed into recycled EPS (recycled

rEPS (recycled expanded polystyrene)

expanded polystyrene; rEPS for short). In this way, we close

to our customers. The material consists

the packaging loop for post-consumer waste as well andentirely of post-consumer EPS waste.

show how holistic circularity can be put into practice.

The excellent properties of Storopack's rEPS make itpossible to use it without secondary packaging (such as
cardboard or glue). We are also the first producer with

CREAST YR PROJECT - A SUCCESSFUL INITIATIVE FOR

fully integrated rEPS production. Both the recycling

THE RECYCLING OF POLYST YRENE: EPS AND XPS

and the production of rEPS beads take place exclusively

The CréaStyr project aims to organize the recycling ofin our own plants. It all started at our plant in Sainthousehold, industrial and commercial packaging made of

Sébastien sur Loire, France. This is where we developed

EPS and XPS.

and tested the production process. Today, rEPS accounts

It is an important initiative of the manufacturers for3. to support distributors of packaging in their decisions

for more than 30% of production there. The process has

the following actions:and to inform users of packaging about the possibilities of

now also been adapted to plants in Germany and Spain.

1. developing efficient collection and sorting of packaging

collecting and recycling EPS and XPS packaging throughmade from EPS and XPS;

measurement, awareness-raising, and communication.

2. increasing the recycling rate and ensuring the sustain-

As a member of Elipso, we also support this project withability of the sector;

our product rEPS.

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ANNUAL FUNDR AISING CAMPAIGN
Storopack donates approximately €50,000 annually tocharitable organizations. The amount is donated in equal

Diakonie-Sozialstation, Metzingenparts to four different organizations. Our focus is on making
donations to organisations that benefit children, seniorcitizens, people with disabilities, or sick people.
One part goes to the Diakonie in Metzingen each year,
as Storopack is closely connected to the town and the

Diakonie-Sozialstation, Metzingen, Germany
Arche Kinderstiftung, Berlin, Germany

respective institutions through its headquarters here. The

Alzheimer Nederland, Amersfoort, The Netherlands

other three parts of the donations go in equal amounts to

Hope’s Closet, West Chester, Ohio, USA

be decided by one Storopack location in Germany and two
locations abroad. The locations then decide for themselves
which organization the donation should go to.

Diakonie-Sozialstation, Metzingen, Germany
Geschwister-Gummi-Stiftung, Kulmbach, Germany
Ronald McDonald House Charities, Thornleigh, Australia
SickKids Foundation, Toronto, Canada

Ronald McDonald House Charities, Thornleigh

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GIFT CAMPAIGN FOR CHILDREN'S HOMESIN GERMANY
It has become a tradition for our employees to donate

Examples of children's homes to which donations have been

numerous gifts to children's homes every Christmas. The

made in recent years:

employees can choose which child they want to buy a giftfor. The children can also indicate their wishes, which theemployees can use as a guide. The campaign was originallylaunched at the company headquarters in Metzingen.
However, other German locations have since joined in.

▶

THERESIEN KINDER- UND JUGENDHILFEZENTRUM
OFFENBACH▶

S T. J O S E P H S H A U S O F F E N B A C H▶

I N T E R N AT I O N A L E R B U N D E .V. ( K I N D E R - U N DJUGENDWOHNGRUPPE BÜCHEN)▶

F R E I E J U G E N D H I L F E E .V. ( H A U S K I P E P E O U N D H A U S“We would like to say a big thankyou to all our colleagues whohelped us put a smile on children‘s faces this Christmas. We
are delighted that our Storopack
Christmas campaign has now
become a wonderful tradition.”
NICOLE PICHLER,
HR EMPLOYER BRANDING
EXPERT, STOROPACKTOMTEBO MÖLLN)▶

O B E R L I N E .V. J U G E N D H I L F E E I N R I C H T U N G U L M▶

KINDER- UND JUGENDSCHUTZHEIM STUT TGART▶

KINDER- UND JUGENDHAUS MIT KINDER- UND
JUGENDNOTDIENST KÖNIGS WUSTERHAUSEN

It has become a tradition forour employees to donate
numerous gifts to children's
homes every Christmas.

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S U P P LY C H A I N
The Storopack Vision & Guidelines are the foundation of

S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y I N T H E S U P P LY C H A I N

how we interact internally and externally as a company.

A sustainable supply chain refers to the environmentally

Having good and trustworthy suppliers is crucial to our corefriendly and socially responsible design and managementbusiness. Our suppliers are therefore strategic partners:of all processes required for the manufacture and provision

we want long-term and reliable business relationships

of products or services. Our aim is to minimize thewith them. We expect quality, punctuality, and reliability.

environmental and social impact along the entire supply

Innovations and developments that benefit both sides

chain. We therefore pay attention to environmentally

would not be possible without good relationships with ourfriendly and ethically responsible materials and processes

suppliers. The price-performance ratio of our suppliers mustwhen selecting our suppliers.

meet our requirements for quality and long-term service.

DATA SECURIT Y
Data security refers to the protection of data from

It is even more important to us to protect the confidential

unauthorized access, loss, theft or unauthorized use. In andata of third parties. To this end, we work hard every day

increasingly networked world in which data plays a centralwith our service providers to ensure maximum security forrole, the security of information is of crucial importance.

everyone involved.

Overall, data security is a continuous process that requires aholistic approach to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, andavailability of data.
At Storopack, we are aware of the great responsibility wehave, not only towards ourselves, to ensure that we protect
ourselves against external attacks in the best possible way.

BUSINESS ETHICS
Number of confirmed information
security incidents

External attacks are commonplace for companies of our
2021

2022

0

0

size these days and are difficult to prevent in the long term.
Storopack has a well-developed emergency concept for thiseventuality. This is also being continuously developed.

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SUMMARY ANDOUTLOOK
It is important to us that our efforts are not justsuperficial, but are integrated into our corporate
culture. The integration of environmental protection
projects, recycling initiatives and charitable measures
is just as crucial and self-evident for us as sustainableprocurement. We will continue to invest in thesemeasures on an ongoing basis and further strengthen our
position as a responsible player in society.

If you would like to obtain additional information or
speak to us directly, please feel free to get in touch with us.
At Storopack we are happy to help.
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