How does IFCO move?

Innovation

With our product innovations we offer environmentally friendly RPCs for maximum freshness across the entire supply chain - even for the most delicate goods.

Michael Meierhöfer – Vice President and Managing Director of IFCO for Germany, Austria and East Europe

Water Recycling

IFCO’s new water recycling equipment reduces our usage by up to 75% - a significant contribution in our efforts in reducing environmental impact.

Fred Heptinstall – President and General Manager of IFCO’s RPC Management Services, Tampa, Florida, USA

Quality

In comparison to corrugated cartons, the integrated cold chain is managed better with Reusable Plastic Containers.

Frank Ratto – Vice President for Marketing, Ratto Bros., Modesto, California, USA

Motivating Employees

IFCO’s employees have committed themselves to the ideals of the WORLDWIDE RESPONSIBILITY initiative by supporting non-profit organizations such as the Food Banks.

Armin Eireiner – Human Resources Director of IFCO Europe, Pullach, Germany

Global Market Leadership

IFCO’s vision is to achieve, maintain, and drive global market leadership and profitability in all of our businesses.

Dr. Michael W. Nimtsch – Chief Financial Officer of IFCO

Energy Saving

With our innovative RPC drying technology we achieve an excellent result, using significantly less power: up to 90% energy savings versus ordinary systems.

Stefan Geiger – Country Manager IFCO Switzerland, Villmergen, Switzerland

Food Banks

Three refrigerated delivery vans and over 9,000 environmentally friendly RPCs for transporting food to the needy – the Berliner Tafel thanks IFCO for their support!

Sabine Werth – Chairperson of Berliner Tafel e.V., Berlin, Germany

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	Kroger: 20 billion pounds

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Kroger Delivers 20 Billionth Pound of Produce Shipped in IFCO RPC

Sustainability milestone marked at Kroger distribution center in Delaware, Ohio

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TAMPA, Fla. February 13, 2012: IFCO today announced the shipment of the 20 billionth pound of produce in an IFCO reusable plastic container (RPC) was delivered to The Kroger Co.’s (NYSE: KR) distribution center in Delaware, Ohio. The milestone container of lettuce represents more than 15 years of growth for RPCs in the US produce industry and further demonstrates Kroger’s commitment to sustainability through its use of reusable shipping containers in its supply chain.

Kroger continues to increase its volume of fresh produce shipped in RPCs. The commodities currently shipped in RPCs include green onions, radishes, lettuce, grapes, tomatoes, avocados, corn, beans, carrots, cabbage, cauliflower, celery and other commodities used by Kroger this year will eliminate more than 45 million pounds of waxed and corrugated boxes that would otherwise require disposal.

Phil Davis, Senior Perishables Supply Chain Manager for The Kroger Co., said: “What started as a sustainable solution to ensure the highest quality of fruits and vegetables for our customers has grown into an impactful way for Kroger to reduce waste and improve the efficiency of our produce supply chain. IFCO is a great partner in helping Kroger and our suppliers meet our sustainability commitments.“

Prior to the launch of RPCs in the United States in 1996, most produce was shipped in disposable boxes and crates, and was often damaged because the packaging wasn’t strong enough to protect the products during transit. RPCs improve product quality, increase productivity and are environment-friendly.

Fred Heptinstall, President and General Manager of IFCO SYSTEMS US, said: “Kroger is a leader in retail innovation, and that clearly extends to the company’s use of environmentally sustainable tools like RPCs. IFCO is honored to be working with Kroger on its supply chain to achieve the most efficient transport packaging system available and to ensure their shoppers get the highest quality produce.”

As part of the commemoration of the 20 billionth pound, IFCO is holding its inaugural Customer Forum, a conference for growers, retailers and strategic partners at the Wigwam Resort near Phoenix February 13 -15, 2012. Attendees will hear best practices for produce packaging in the areas of post-harvest technology, food safety, and supply chain management from guest speakers including Julie Krivanek, President of Krivanek Consulting; Sheri Normandin, Normandin Consulting; Marita Cantwell, Ph.D., UC Davis; Barry Eisenberg, Ph.D., Vice President of Food Safety, United Fresh Produce Association; and Steve Bocchino, Corporate Vice President, Duda. The meeting will also feature a tour of the Schoeller Arca Systems facility where IFCO RPCs are manufactured and a meeting with Goodyear, AZ Mayor Georgia Lord.

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