Discount grocer Aldi has signed a long-term agreement with logistics company, Euro Pool System (EPS) on returnable packaging equipment across its meat and produce supply chain.
The partnership looks to improve Aldi’s sustainability commitments, its environmentally responsible network and to eliminate single-use materials such as cardboard within its supply chain.
EPS, which works with a range of European fresh produce growers and their retail partners with a focus on sustainability and circularity, will be offering Aldi a crate suitable for any size of item.
As a result, the folding tray products will help to minimise the retailer’s empty space in deliveries and to reduce trucks on the road.
“We are pleased to be extending our partnership with Euro Pool Systems, which will see us further simplify our operations while also helping us work towards becoming a more sustainable retailer by reducing our road miles and minimizing waste,” Aldi UK managing director of supply chain management, Luke Peech said.
EPS region west director, Dirk Vercammen added: “By sharing the benefits of our reusable packaging solutions with Aldi UK we are together contributing to the transition towards a circular economy.
“We are happy to service Aldi UK’s suppliers with our advanced logistics solutions and meet the growth requirements for the business in the UK.”
This comes as Aldi has been named the cheapest supermarket for a basket of groceries for the third month in a row.
