TOP 10 – SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING COMPANIES

REVENUE: US $ 24.3BN EMPLOYEES: 62,000 CEO: ANDY SILVERNAIL FOUNDED: 1898

International Paper develops and produces fibre-based products and circular solutions that enable recycling, reduce waste and protect the environment. In 2025, International Paper combined with DS Smith, which operates in EMEA, to help the company become a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Its Deliver 2030 strategy encompasses its goals to design for circularity, drive climate impact and advance nature-positive sourcing.

The company focuses on recyclability, responsibly sourced materials, renewable energy and intentional design choices. Its aim is to create packaging that is 100 % recyclable and optimise materials to meet customer needs, while enhancing biodiversity across one million acres of forestland. International Paper also aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42 % and cut its Scope 3 emissions by 25 % on the pathway towards net zero by 2050.

50 September 2026