Opal has been shortlisted as a finalist for the APCO Our Packaging Future Awards 2022 in the category of End Market Leadership for the Opal dunnage solution. Source: Timberbiz
Opal’s Dunnage Solution is a column-like corrugated structure that was created to limit product movement during the container transportation of meat exports with our customers and meat processors in mind. Our dunnage solution helps with supporting and reducing product spoilage and food waste which can be costly for meat and food processors.
Opal Dunnage was also successful at the Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards (PIDAs) this year.
The dunnage solution is made using corrugated cardboard that consists of 64% Kraft paper and 36% recycled cardboard content. As a fully recyclable product, our solution positively impacts the environment through the reduction of waste in landfill.
Opal’s Dunnage Solution is a more sustainable option compared to the other market solutions that are constructed from Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) material, which is not ideal from a sustainability and recyclability perspective at the point of destination where it is disposed of in landfill.
Another key societal benefit of our dunnage solution is that it contributes to the achievement of the following 2025 APCO National Packaging Targets as it is 100% reusable, recyclable or compostable packaging, by being 100% recyclable.
It also contributes to the phase-out of problematic and unnecessary single-use plastic packaging, by substituting non-recyclable/problematic single-use plastic packaging with recyclable packaging.
This year, 55 organisations have been recognised for their achievements in sustainable packaging, and their dedication towards achieving the 2025 National Packaging Targets across 28 awards.
The Our Packaging Future Awards highlight innovation and leadership from members in sustainable packaging education (industry and consumer-facing), improved collection and recycling systems, and end-market development.
