Growing A Greener Future As Wilkins Group Marks PEFC Anniversary

A sustainable global packaging firm has demonstrated its commitment to responsible sourcing by joining the 25th anniversary of woodland protection celebrations of PEFC UK.

Nottingham headquartered The Wilkins Group joined a tree planting event at Chitterman Wood, a 28.56-hectare National Trust site at Stonywell in Ulverscroft, Leicestershire to mark the milestone.

PEFC is the world’s largest forest certification system. In the UK, the not-for-profit organisation is dedicated to promoting sustainable forest management through independent third-party certification. It plays a key role in supporting the UK timber industry’s sustainability commitments by working with stakeholders across the supply chain and providing a framework for businesses, forest owners, and consumers to ensure responsible timber sourcing.

Justin Wilkins, joint managing director of The Wilkins Group, said:

“Being asked by PEFC to join them in celebrating 25 years of woodland protection was an honour. Our team planted a tree to represent our commitment to sustainability, growth and the future.”

PEFC certificate holders have been invited to a series of tree planting events across the country to celebrate the 25th anniversary.

The organisation has donated over 1,000 trees, one for each certificate holder, to support new woodland creation.

The Wilkins Group is a champion for sustainable packaging options, sourcing the board for its packaging products though PEFC members.

Justin said:

“We are committed to championing sustainability locally, nationally and internationally, dedicating resources and time to innovation and driving sustainable product development forward.”

The Wilkins Group produces food packaging for the likes of Pukka Pies, Pizza Express, Harrods, and Cadbury.

It is also credited with producing bespoke items such as eco-friendly coat hangers and, alongside Jospak Oy, the Greentrae oven safe cardboard tray for the food sector. The MAP-sealable ready meal tray is designed to make recycling easier.

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Top photo: The Wilkins Group team members planting trees at Chitterman Wood.

Photo: Packaging printed by The Wilkins Group displaying the PEFC logo.