Sustainable packaging meets growing ESG and food safety demands

As global food supply chains face growing pressure to cut waste, improve safety, and meet sustainability targets, Tosca is stepping in with packaging solutions designed for impact at every stage — from farm to shelf. Known for its 100% reusable and recyclable plastic assets, the company supports producers, distributors, and retailers with smarter, safer, and more efficient logistics.

The goal is to eliminate waste and reveal hidden value in the supply chain, says Jurgen Van Roy, VP of Supply Chain. By offering durable, hygienic, and trackable packaging, Tosca helps clients reduce costs and improve performance while meeting modern demands for traceability and ESG compliance.

Consumers increasingly demand transparency in how food reaches their tables. Tosca addresses this by providing stable, hygienic load carriers that reduce spoilage and support food safety. Their reusable crates and pallets are engineered to protect goods and maintain quality across long and complex journeys.

Efficiency is another core benefit. Standardised, foldable packaging reduces transport costs and space, while Tosca’s pooling model cuts down on “empty miles.” In one case, pallets once returned empty from Spain now serve another local client, dramatically reducing emissions and costs.

Thanks to integrated RFID and IoT tracking, Tosca clients in regions like Central Europe gain real-time visibility over their inventory. This helps minimise buffer stock, improves predictability, and optimises capital use. Whether through passive chips or active sensors, the company is investing in smarter, responsive systems.

Circularity drives Tosca’s sustainability mission. Every asset is reused, repaired, cleaned with food-grade solutions, or recycled at end of life — nothing goes to waste. This model not only aligns with upcoming EU packaging regulations but also helps clients meet stricter environmental targets.

Tosca’s vertically integrated operations allow it to offer a complete returnable packaging service across upstream and downstream supply chain needs. From large FMCG players to smaller retailers, clients benefit from a unified, scalable model tailored to their product requirements.

Innovation underpins everything Tosca does. With dedicated teams focused on design, material science, and automation, the company continuously enhances the strength, consistency, and tech-readiness of its assets — ensuring compatibility with modern warehouse systems and robotics.

But more than a supplier, Tosca sees itself as a strategic partner. Vincent Nagels, Managing Director of Upstream, says that customers come to them not just for products but for insight, and they work alongside them to adapt, evolve, and stay ahead of the curve.

For EMEA President Laurent Le Mercier, long-term collaboration is key: “Whether it’s with clients, wash centres, or recyclers, strong partnerships help us all grow together.”

As supply chains become more complex, Tosca’s reusable solutions are proving essential — not just for operational efficiency, but for shaping a more sustainable future.

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