SCA Packaging at a glance

SCA is Europe’s second-largest producer of corrugated board and containerboard and one of the largest producers of corrugated board in China, an extremely fragmented market.

Elder man carrying a parcel - SCA

Innovation and product development

SCA develops complete packaging solutions. SCA’s aim is to adapt and optimise the functionality of its packaging solutions based on logistics requirements and to deliver a complete solution for each stage of the packaging chain. This simplifies the packing and handling of goods and makes transports more efficient and cost effective.

SCA is the market leader within packaging design, which is becoming an increasingly important competitive tool, particularly in the area of consumer goods. The company’s aim is to create attractive opportunities for product display in stores and to strengthen brand recognition, which is a key part of a product’s market communication.

SCA Packaging key figures 2009: net sales, operating margin, operating cash flow, operating profit and ROCETarget

A minimum return on capital employed of 10% over an economic cycle.

Production

About 200 facilities in 28 countries in Europe and Asia.

Average number of employees

20,307 (22,828) –11%

Strategic priorities

  • Implement rationalisation and efficiency enhancements to achieve higher profitability.
  • Increase the proportion of complete packaging solutions.
  • Lead development in the packaging market through innovation and product development.
  • Capitalise on growth opportunities in rapidly expanding markets and profitable segments.

SCA Packaging share of Group 2009