Elopak

👋 Meet Verena! Having worked with sustainability on both the customer and supplier side, Verena Swanson knows that real progress happens when people work together. Today, as Senior Sustainability Manager at Elopak, she’s helping connect teams and partners across the value chain to turn bold sustainability ambitions into everyday action. Learn more about how Verena is making this real: https://ow.ly/G0oo50XkL3V

We are set to add a third production line to our plant in Little Rock, Arkansas! “This is a significant achievement. Just four months after we officially opened in Little Rock, we are already in the process of adding two new production lines. This is a testament to the quality of our low-carbon, sustainable Pure-Pak® cartons, which are resonating with brands and consumer alike.    I’d like to thank all our colleagues at Little Rock and our Americas team for their hard work, dedication, and incredible levels of effort, which are clearly paying off," said our CEO Thomas Körmendi.   The new line will cost USD 30 million to bring online and will produce a mix of smaller Pure-Pak® cartons, including school milk cartons, to better serve the needs of our customers and grow with them.  

Elopak reported its highest quarterly EBITDA to date of EUR 49.1 million for the third quarter of 2025, corresponding to a margin of 17.0%. Organic revenue grew by 1.2% year-over-year to EUR 289.7 million, driven by continued momentum in the Americas, with sales growth of 18% year-over-year on a constant currency basis. The U.S. plant in Little Rock delivered its first profitable quarter, marking a key milestone in our strategic expansion. One year ahead of plan, we announce today the decision to accelerate the capacity in Little Rock with a third production line in response to customer demand. Commenting on Elopak’s performance, CEO Thomas Körmendi said: “This quarter demonstrates how our strategy is translating into real progress - realizing growth in our global markets, expanding our product portfolio to better serve and grow with our customers, and advancing the shift away from plastics. The profitability milestone in Little Rock and the decision to invest in a third production line reflects our confidence in the Americas and our commitment to long-term partnerships and to sustainable, high-quality packaging solutions that meet our customers’ needs.”

Lumme leads the way in Finland, introducing a smarter refill solution! Orkla Home & Personal Care has introduced Finland’s first-ever carton refill for handwashing liquid, marking a significant shift in how personal care products are packaged and consumed. The new Lumme hand wash refill cartons, delivered in Elopak’s D-PAK™ solution, offer a practical and more sustainable alternative to traditional plastic bottles – designed to meet the needs of today’s environmentally conscious consumers. “Our decision to utilize carton refills was driven by the desire to reduce plastic use, adapt to changing consumer needs, and provide more sustainable and cost effective solutions,” explains Annika Auramo, Brand Manager at Orkla Home & Personal Care. “The D-PAK™ carton refill reduces plastic consumption significantly and offers convenience and cost savings. Each carton refill is enough for one and a half bottles of Lumme handwashing liquid – so great value. “ Read the full story here:

A new era in juice begins as Niehoffs Vaihinger Fruchtsaft GmbH launches Youce by Vaihinger in Pure-Pak® Sense Aseptic cartons! The debut of Youce signals a fresh chapter in the German beverage market, as more and more consumers are looking for alternatives to traditional beverages, or just something different. Youce combines the best of fruit juice and oats, with no artificial sweeteners and suitable for a vegan diet. Youce by Vaihinger is not just about what is inside the carton, the packaging itself is just as important. The Pure-Pak® carton provides a great canvas for visuals as well as clear, informative product details. This thoughtful design not only helps Youce stand out on crowded shelves but also reinforces its premium positioning. Packed in a 750ml Pure-Pak® Sense aseptic carton, Youce is perfect for sharing at home, enjoying on the go, or elevating breakfast buffets and hotel offerings. Together with Niehoffs Vaihinger Fruchtsaft GmbH, we’re shaping a future where beverages meet practical, quality and sustainability expectations. Read the whole story here: https://lnkd.in/dz8kgHtQ

Six million plastic caps gone. Customer convenience intact. Coop Danmark’s own-brand yoghurt and Ymer, a traditional Danish sour milk product, are now packaged in cartons without screw caps, eliminating around six million plastic lids annually. That’s a saving of 17 tons of plastic and 48 tons of CO₂ emissions every year. 🛑 The challenge? EU regulations require plastic lids on drink bottles and cartons to be tethered, to prevent them from ending up in nature. But many customers find tethered caps cumbersome and frustrating. ✅ The solution? Coop has switched to Pure-Pak® cartons with Natural Brown Board featuring an easy-opening design that removes the need for a cap altogether — offering a smooth, intuitive experience that’s both sustainable and user-friendly. Thomas Roland, Head of Product Responsibility and Quality at Coop Denmark, explains: “We know that many customers find the tethered caps cumbersome. At the same time, we want to save plastic, so now we are again removing lids on many cartons, thereby reducing large amounts of plastic and CO₂." Coop Denmark is showing how smart design choices can solve regulatory challenges, meet consumer needs, and drive real environmental impact — all at once.

Food waste generates 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions—nearly 5 times more than aviation. Our CEO Thomas Körmendi explores a critical paradox in his latest ESG Dive article: packaging is often criticized for environmental impact, yet it's essential for preventing food waste and fighting climate change. The challenge? Delivering packaging solutions that preserve freshness WITHOUT perpetuating plastic pollution. At Elopak we're helping brands transition from plastic bottles to fiber-based cartons that cut emissions by up to 73% while maintaining shelf-life. Advanced technology now keeps fresh milk stable for up to 60 days. As Thomas writes: "Packaging sits at the epicenter of food waste and plastic waste—presenting both a challenge and part of the solution." Read his full perspective: https://lnkd.in/dkiJdadU

During Climate Week NYC, our CEO Thomas Körmendi spoke at Newsweek’s ‘Pillars of the Green Transition’ event about reducing dependence on plastics in our food systems and how cartons can help reduce both waste and greenhouse gas emissions.   If you missed out on the live event, don’t worry. You can catch up with the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/dcfyiXmh

Great to see Elopak featured in Packaging News' latest piece on the cartons sector's strong growth! Our CFO Bent Axelsen shares insights on our 'Repackaging tomorrow' strategy. A major component of this strategy involves increasing our footprint in North America. In April, we were delighted to open our first ever US production plant in Little Rock, Arkansas. It's an exciting time for the carton industry as demand for sustainable packaging solutions continues to accelerate. Find the link to the full interview in the comments section.