VPK embeds sustainability in supply chain decision-making with OMP’s Green Planning framework

When VPK wanted to integrate sustainability KPIs into its decision-making process, OMP was delighted to support the international packaging group in leveraging the Green Planning framework, part of OMP’s Unison Planning™ platform.

VPK has set ambitious targets to reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% and scope 3 emissions by 52% before 2030, in line with the European Green Deal. Much of these direct emissions can be tackled through investment, such as the recent upgrade of its Alizay paper mill, now powered exclusively by biomass. However, reducing scope 3 emissions, for which a company depends entirely on third parties, requires a smarter, data-driven approach to supply chain planning.

Using OMP’s Green Planning framework, VPK can now factor in carbon footprint data as an additional parameter when optimizing paper supply decisions across its 70 production sites in 21 countries. The framework provides greater visibility on actual emission volumes allowing VPK to aim at reducing its global emissions by promoting emission reductions among its suppliers.

“For any paper requirement by our box plants, in case of multiple potential suppliers offering equal or similar quality and service levels at a comparable price, we’ll always go for the one with the lowest proven emission volumes,” says Kevin De Winter, VPK’s Group Procurement Manager. In this way, VPK not only reduces its own emissions but also encourages suppliers to take emission reduction seriously.

The Green Planning framework was added to the existing OMP paper supply chain planning solution in November 2024, marking a major milestone in VPK’s sustainability journey. Companies are increasingly seeking to integrate emission reduction strategies into their supply chain planning, a journey that VPK has now embarked on.

For Bart Verbruggen, OMP’s Green Planning Lead, this shows OMP’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions driving real results in this area: “It's great to see VPK among the first to be on board with the Green Planning framework and taking emissions into account in supply chain decision-making. It's sure to give them the edge with customers and consumers who increasingly demand more sustainable packaging solutions while also informing suppliers that emission factors are becoming a factor in purchasing decisions."

Interested in knowing more? Read the full case study to find out how OMP’s Unison Planning platform can integrate sustainability into supply chain decision-making. 

Contact

Bart Verbruggen, Senior Business Development Manager at OMP 
Phone: +32 3 650 22 42
Email: bverbruggen@omp.com