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DelMonte

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Project DelMonte
Brand(s) Fresh Del Monte Packaged Product(s) Bananas
Market(s) US (Texas) Release to Market(s) 2023
Manufacturer Arena Packaging Material(s) Reusable Plastic Container
Summary
  • Complies with GDR#8: switching to reuse models
  • Provider reports containers increase banana shelf life by improving air flow, improve product appearance, and reduce the overall handling required.
  • Containers are trackable, and provider reports they improve pallet shipping density, and are repairable.
  • Provider claims that the containers reduce the carbon footprint by 90% over a traditional corrugated banana carton – more information required to validate under what conditions this would be true.
References https://www.fruitnet.com/main-navigation/del-monte-reveals-banana-rpc-collaboration/257003.article