Essitys and IPP cut carbon footprint and boost operational efficiencies

One of the world’s largest hygiene and health companies is working with Coventry-based IPP, a leading pallet pooler, to reduce the carbon footprint created by its deliveries of more than two million pallets a year.

IPP delivers to 21 locations across the UK and Ireland for Sweden-based Essity, which owns tissue and paper towel brands including Cushelle and Plent, and manufactures products for the retail and professional markets. Both parties are looking to reduce CO2 and NoX emissions, reducing costs and boosting operational efficiencies.

Since November last year, the two businesses have been reducing “empty running”, the practice of returning empty vehicles which contribute to pollution and create additional congestion on the UK’s road network.

Terry Scott, Planning and Logistics Manager at Essity, said: “Working with IPP means that we can achieve high levels of waste reduction more cost-effectively, a major bonus to both businesses.”

Shelley Harris, Commercial Director at IPP, added: “Essity has a very high profile in the retail and medical markets