Korozo Group receives global recognition

Korozo Group, a global manufacturer of flexible packaging, has been recognized for its commitment to circularity and environmental responsibility. In recent weeks, it has received high-level recognition and awards. 

The company has retained its EcoVadis silver medal and been included in the CDP ‘A’ List, reflecting continuous improvement across environmental, social, and governance areas. 

EcoVadis is a global sustainability assessment platform that helps companies assess and improve their sustainability performance. Environmental impact, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement are all factored into the evaluation process. 

With over 130,000 rated organizations across more than 180 countries, a silver medal places Korozo in the top 15 percent of assessed companies. 

The Climate Disclosure Project (CDP) is the world’s only independent environmental disclosure system, collecting data from companies, cities, and regions to assess risks and opportunities related to climate change, forests, and water. Only the top 2 percent of companies achieve an ‘A’ score. Korozo’s inclusion reflects the accuracy and transparency of its environmental reporting and climate mitigation efforts. 

Dr Betül Türel Erbay, chief innovation and sustainability officer at Korozo Group, attended the 15th CDP Climate Change & Nature Conference and Award Ceremony in May and accepted the award on behalf of the entire Korozo family. 

‘With expectations increasing for total transparency regarding impact on the environment, earning a spot on the CDP Climate Change ‘A’ List recognises the accurate reporting we undertake and acknowledges the capabilities we have to reduce negative climate effects,’ commented Dr Erbay. 

‘As we continue our journey towards best-in-class environmental stewardship and delivering sustainability, pack by pack, the EcoVadis Silver Medal and CDP A score exemplify the position we occupy in leading the flexible packaging industry into a sustainable and circular future.’ 

In addition, Korozo’s work to create fully recyclable and PPWR-ready packaging received acclaim at the recent 2025 PAGÇEV Plastic Recycling Awards. Specifically, packaging for laundry detergent capsules sold in Europe claimed a Silver trophy in the Plastic Packaging and Packaging Materials Category. These stand-up pouches are made using a proprietary MDO PE/PE laminated material and feature a minimum 30 percent of the total structure sourced from post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. 

Can Ertekin, market manager for stand-up pouches, commented: ‘This award highlights the practical steps we are taking to enhance recyclability in the market and provide packaging solutions that are compatible with existing recycling infrastructure. These mono material designs are part of our response to the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which requires all packaging to be recyclable by 2030 and include 35 percent PCR content in plastic formats.’ 

This latest recognition follows 10 packaging innovation awards won by Korozo in 2024 and further success this year – including three awards presented at the recent WorldStar Global Packaging Awards 2025. Many of these award-winning packs feature Korozo’s in-house developed KoroRCY laminated structure. This proprietary material supports recyclability and reduces environmental impact without compromising performance. 

Ertekin added: ‘Through material simplification and thoughtful design, we are replacing non-recyclable packaging while preserving functionality. Our goal is to support circularity through reduction, reuse, and improved recyclability, not just in concept, but in market-ready applications.’ 

Dr Erbay concluded: ‘Recognition at this level motivates us to continue improving. Sustainability is a continuous journey, and we’re proud to be working alongside our colleagues, customers, and partners to move the industry forward.’