Mondi plc
A global leader in paper and packaging with a strong, publicly-rated sustainability platform, though specific operational and product-level certifications require direct inquiry.
Products
Buyer Fit
Best For
- Companies with public ESG commitments seeking a partner with a high level of carbon readiness, supported by third-party verified data for Scope 3 reporting.
- Buyers prioritizing supply chain stability, who can benefit from a supplier with a large, geographically diverse production footprint within the EU.
- Procurement programs focused on sustainable sourcing, with access to materials with verified forest chain of custody and options for recycled content.
Less aligned with
- Buyers who require immediate, self-serve access to a full suite of product-specific regulatory documents, as some substance compliance declarations may require direct inquiry.
- Sourcing needs for small or highly localized volumes, which may not align with a global-scale production and logistics model.
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- Award WorldStar Packaging Award Self-reported · verifiable
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Regulatory Access 4
Ad/Vantage Smooth White WS is described as a base paper for food-grade interleaving paper.
An in-house laboratory has established a method for detecting, identifying, and quantifying microplastic particles in process streams and finished products.
Addresses the requirements of the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), the U.S. Lacey Act, the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and any other applicable regulations and implement risk-based due diligence processes to verify adherence with these requirements.
Navigating the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) requirements? Our products can help you adapt to the changing landscape of packaging regulations.
Carbon Readiness 5
Recognised on CDP’s A List for practices in forestry and water security.
Reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 48% compared to 2019 baseline.
Total share of renewable energy across the Group was 77% in 2025.
Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) and Product Impact Assessment (PIA) tools comply with ISO 14040/44, ISO 14067 and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Product Life Cycle Accounting and Reporting Standard.
SBTi Validated Targets (1.5°C aligned)
Circularity 3
Maintains a public, per-site database of sustainability certificates, including Chain of Custody, Environment, and Safety schemes across dozens of global locations.
Holds globally respected certifications, including EU Ecolabel, which is only awarded to products that demonstrate reduced environmental impact throughout their lifecycle.
NAUTILUS® is a brand of recycled office and printing papers.
Supply Resilience 4
Production sites are located in countries including Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, Egypt, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, and Turkey.
Operates pulp and paper mills and converting plants in numerous EU countries, including Austria, Czech Republic, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, and Sweden.
Employs 24,000 people in more than 30 countries.
Sources wood fibre from external suppliers in Europe and Canada, and from its own plantation forestry landholdings of approximately 253,000 hectares in South Africa.
Confidence 26
Developed transportation packaging solutions for Volvo.
Created mono-material vacuum packaging for ground coffee in partnership with Finnish coffee producer Paulig.
Collaborated with Orkla to introduce a mono-material refill packaging solution for marmalade and jam to the Swedish market.
Developed corrugated packaging with Riedel for wine glasses.
Exhibiting at industry trade fairs including Scanpack, Fachpack, and Fruit Logistica.
Partnered with customers including Ovoko, Polana Bikes, CMC Packaging Automation, SwissKrono, Dreco, Biedronka, Argesim Technology, Bohemia Sekt, Megaflex, and Svenska Hundfoder AB.
Included in the FTSE4Good Index Series since 2008 and the JSE's Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) Index since 2007.
Developed packaging in collaboration with Megaflex Schaumstoff for rolled mattresses.
Developed a corrugated packaging solution with Volvo to transport turbochargers.
Works with industry associations including the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), 4evergreen, and CEFLEX on design for recycling standards.
Mondi plc is a company registered in the UK, listed on the London Stock Exchange (FTSE 100 constituent) and has a secondary listing on the JSE Limited.
Collaborated with Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke AG on a complete packaging solution for its salt range.
Partnered with SwissKrono to transition from plastic to paper in laminate flooring packaging.
Co-created powder detergent packaging with Dreco.
Partnered with Biedronka on Recyklobox launch.
Delivered packaging redesign for Argesim Technology.
Partnered with Ekornes on paper-based mattress packaging with CompressWrap.
Collaborated with 'traceless' on developing a fossil-free functional barrier paper.
Recognised with 'Prime' rating by ISS ESG.
Ranked first in Paper and Forestry industry out of 72 companies by Sustainalytics (February 2025).
Received top 'AAA' score from MSCI ESG Rating.
Partnered with WWF on water stewardship.
Partnered with Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) to map biodiversity footprints.
Collaborates with Stellenbosch University on the Mondi Ecological Networks Programme (MENP).
A founding member of the ‘TEAMING UP 4 FORESTS’ partnership with IUFRO to leverage scientific insights.
Mondi Simet in Poland achieved certification for the international SA8000 standard in 2025, a benchmark for social responsibility.
Readiness 3
Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke AG, a long-standing partner and one of Europe’s salt producers, benefits from a complete packaging solution.
Offers Logistics & 3PL solutions.
The company has numerous EU-domiciled subsidiaries, such as Mondi AG, registered at Marxergasse 4A, 1030 Vienna, Austria, which produce and sell goods for intra-EU trade.
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