OUR innovative PP seal, made in collaboration with MCC VERSTRAETE, was granted the Readers' Award during the Sustainability Awards 2022.

By offering this 100% recyclable packaging, Vandemoortele takes a pioneer position in the European world of margarine.

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MORE THAN 13 COUNTRIES

Our 100% recyclable SealPPeel substitutes the typical aluminium foil. It doesn't rip, and also simplifies the sorting process of empty packages. This autumn, we will start distributing these fully recyclable margarine tubs. First in Belgium, later in other countries. Margarine tubs made by Vandemoortele are sold under Brands and Private Label in more than 13 countries in Europe.



As the creation of this sustainable seal is a positive development for all of our customers, we have offered our entire customer base the option to evolve to this nature-friendly solution. This proposal has gotten very positive feedback and at the moment 99% has said 'yes' to this new seal. Our customers will also have the opportunity to create a PP seal tailored to their brand, with a unique design to match the brand identity.

we are the only european supplier offering this type of sustainable margarine packaging.



BECOMING A PIONEER

By moving forward and choosing our PP seal, customers are making their packaging more sustainable. As European retailers are committed to make all packaging 100% recyclable by 2025, this innovation is truly a win-win. It not only contributes to our own corporate sustainability goals, but also makes our shared objective more attainable.



Currently, we are the only supplier in Europe offering this type of durable margarine packaging. By offering this sustainable solution, Vandemoortele takes a pioneer position in the world of margarines.

Readers' Award

Want to discover more about the creation of this seal and our collaboration with MCC Verstraete? Go to this interview.

Read the interview of MCC Verstraete & Vandemoortele

 

À PROPOS DE VANDEMOORTELE

Vandemoortele a été fondée en 1899 en tant qu'entreprise familiale belge et n'a cessé de croître et de se développer depuis. Au cours des deux dernières décennies, nous sommes devenus une entreprise alimentaire européenne occupant une position de leader dans deux catégories de produits : les produits de boulangerie (BP) et Plant-Based Food Solutions. Nous sommes connus pour fournir des produits innovants et de haute qualité.

En 2023, Vandemoortele a réalisé un chiffre d'affaires d'environ 1.9 milliard d'euros avec 4,080 employees (permanents et temporaires). Le siège social du groupe Vandemoortele est situé à Gand, en Belgique. Nous avons des bureaux commerciaux dans 12 pays européens, ainsi qu'aux États-Unis et l'Asie. Nous opérons sur 29 sites de production de haute qualité dans toute l'Europe, afin d'assurer la proximité de tous nos marchés clés. Nous exportons depuis l'Europe vers 72 pays dans le monde.

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Marc Croonen

marc.croonen@vandemoortele.com