Tag: sustainability
Mitsubishi Pencil launches plastic-free packaging
Mitsubishi Pencil Company UK, commonly known as uni-ball, has introduced plastic-free packaging for products sold at stationery retailer Ryman. The…
Commercial bags another accolade
UK-based business services specialist Commercial Group has been recognised once again for its leadership in sustainability and corporate social responsibility.…
Office Friendly launches CSR programme
UK dealer group Office Friendly will launch its new social sustainability programme, Weaver, on 1 July. Weaver offers certification and…
Are you ready for change?
To reach the ambitious goals of the Paris Agreement – keeping a global temperature rise this century well below 2°C…
Advertorial: Fellowes Brands
As awareness of the value of sustainability grows, so does its importance in business decision-making. The benefits of thinking green…
HP announces print sustainability drive
HP has pledged for every page printed with HP to support a forest positive future, be carbon neutral and comprise…
Emerald creates dealer sustainability accreditation
US office products manufacturer Emerald Brand has launched the Emerald Sustainability Accreditation (ESA) programme for its dealer customers. Emerald licensed…
VOW announces CSR goals
VOW has announced four corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives that it will focus on from 2019 onwards. The areas are…
Spotlight: Unpacking the problem
The scourge of plastic pollution has brought the use of single-use plastic, barrelling into the public domain and left companies…
SOFEA product ratings published
The first office supplies product ratings developed by Sustainable Office European Association (SOFEA) are now available. Stabilo, ACCO Brands and…
Sequana loses appeal | Expansion for Nuance | GPC makes acquisition
The Court of Appeal in London, UK, has upheld a judgement against European paper group Sequana that related to a €135 million…
HP focuses on sustainability in Latin America
HP has revealed its sustainability goals, as well as plans to help organisations in Latin America to move towards a…
New strategic adviser for Emerald Brand
Industry veteran Jay Mutschler has joined US-based manufacturer Emerald Brand in an advisory capacity. Mutschler, who is a Senior Partner…
Amazon debuts autonomous delivery vehicle | BIC opens largest stationery factory in Asia |...
Amazon has debuted its new self-driving delivery device called Scout. The cooler-sized autonomous ‘vehicle’ will begin delivering packages to customers…
Emerald Brand launches Eco-Squad
US-based office products manufacturer Emerald Brand has created the Emerald Eco-Squad to provide sustainability consultation and solutions. The Eco-Squad is…
SOFEA AGM 2018
SOFEA encourages sustainability in the European industry of office supplies. To inspire manufacturers to continuously improve their products and to…
Nestlé ups recycling credentials
In light of the global backlash against single-use plastic, Nestlé has announced plans on both sides of the Atlantic to…
3M introduces formal sustainability requirement
3M has said it will include a sustainability value commitment in all new products, starting in 2019. The brand made…
Diversey unveils new sustainability strategy
US-based jan/san vendor Diversey has revamped its sustainability goals for 2025. In the company’s Annual Sustainability Report 2018, Diversey released…
Furnishing a future
Sustainability is a key watchword across the OP industry these days, with every sector embracing its principles to a greater…
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SPR announces new HQ and DC plans
North American wholesaler S.P. Richards (SPR) is set to move to new headquarters in the coming weeks following last month’s…