David Carter - President

At the end of a year of great change and uncertainty it’s great to report to you that we have transitioned from the world of the “Packaging Accord” to the new era of the “Waste Minimisation Act”, in good shape and that we are well placed to participate in subsequent opportunities that re now available  for local government and industry to become involved in Product Stewardship and waste minimisation project funding.

A big part of our transition has been the development and roll out of the Packaging Councils “Product Stewardship Scheme”, that has happened throughout the year, we have spent time with members at briefings and workshops to help understand stakeholders needs and concerns and to describe the scheme and its benefits. We are gaining momentum in this participation and to date have 12 of our member companies signed to the scheme and are aiming to complete negotiations with many other member companies over the next few months.

We have also been looking at our “Strategy” in light of the changed environment in which we operate and will be rolling that and our annual plans out to members over the next couple of months. We are confident that the Packaging Council has the best opportunity to be the consolidator of the packaging industry’s activities and will need to work even closer with Central / Local Governments and industry sector groups.

The Executive Committee established a sub-committee to facilitate the Strategy review and I would take this opportunity to personally thank the team who are, Melissa Hodd-Foodstuffs, Spring Humphries-Fonterra, John Novak-3M, Steve Bramlage-O-I, and Richard Manaton-Progressive enterprises.

Whilst promoting the scheme has been an important part of our work this year, we continue to advocate the valuable contribution which packaging makes to society, the economy and the environment.  Without packaging we would have massive food waste.  Whilst global food production is at an all time high it is often in the wrong places to serve the people who really need it. And as country which relies on its export markets, packaging is vital to New Zealand’s economy.

We are also preparing for the Packaging Councils Awards and encourage all Members to attend what is expected to be an evening of showcasing our Industry’s best, whilst being a great opportunity to relax and catch up with colleagues old and new

This has been another important and challenging year for the Packaging Council as we continue to transition. I would like to thank the Executive Committee and the staff of PAC.NZ for their support and dedication.

David Carter
President

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