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SCGP Partners with Ajinomoto (Thailand) to Drive Systematic Paper Recycling Creating Shared Value Through Circular Economy Principles
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SCGP has partnered with Ajinomoto (Thailand) to sign a Memorandum of Sustainability Development and Circular Economy, reinforcing their commitment to systematic and sustainable post-consumer packaging management. The collaboration integrates both companies’ expertise in managing used packaging and paper waste, transforming them into new value under Circular Economy principles. The initiative aims to reduce the use of virgin resources, minimize waste generation, and reduce long-term environmental impacts.
Mr. Ekaraj Niroj, Chief Customer Officer, SCG Packaging Public Company Limited, SCGP, stated that SCGP conducts its business in line with ESG and Circular Economy by maximizing resource efficiency throughout the entire lifecycle, from design and production to usage and recycling back into new raw materials. The company has continuously developed sustainable packaging solutions in collaboration with customers.
SCGP and Ajinomoto (Thailand) have worked closely together to advance sustainability through various initiatives, including Green Carton Innovation, which helps reduce material usage while maintaining packaging strength; the continuous use of FSCTM certified packaging since 2021 (FSCTM C135609); the promotion of electric vehicle (EV) trucks for transportation; and support for reducing product carbon footprints through the use of biomass energy in manufacturing processes. This latest collaboration marks another important step toward advancing systematic solutions for post-consumer packaging management. Under the partnership, SCGP will purchase used corrugated boxes and paper waste from Ajinomoto (Thailand) for recycling, upcycling, or reuse, creating new value while reducing reliance on virgin resources and further driving the Circular Economy into practical implementation.
Dr. Thongdee Paso, Managing Director, Ajinomoto Co., (Thailand) Ltd., said that the company operates under the philosophy of Ajinomoto Group Creating Shared Value (ASV) alongside Circular Economy principles, guided by the 3Rs: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. The company aims to enhance resource efficiency and create added value from used materials while building a sustainable ecosystem throughout its operations. Ajinomoto (Thailand) systematically separates and collects used corrugated packaging and paper waste for recycling in collaboration with SCGP, while also raising employee awareness and encouraging participation in sustainable environmental practices. These efforts support the company’s goal of reducing environmental impact by 50% by 2030.
The signing of this memorandum marks another significant milestone for SCGP and Ajinomoto (Thailand) in building sustainability partnerships with customers and advancing Circular Economy practices within the business sector. Through systematic management of used packaging, from waste separation and collection to transforming materials into new value, both companies share the goal of maximizing resource efficiency, reducing waste at the source, minimizing environmental impact, and delivering sustainable value to society, customers, and the entire value chain.