Promoting the Sustainable Development Goals, Botta Packaging's Pallet Calculator optimizes pallet loads, thus decreasing transportation trips, cutting logistics costs, and minimizing in- transit stock space. Botta Packaging announced that its Pallet Calculator, based on a proprietary algorithm, is now available free of charge to supply chain managers, logistics managers, entrepreneurs, product packaging professionals, and all interested parties. Usually featured in specialized logistics management software, Pallet Calculator is a useful tool to help reach sustainability targets. By optimizing pallet utilization and proper palletizing planning, companies can decrease unnecessary greenhouse emissions. According to ‘The Empty Space Economy’ research*, only 36% of enterprises conducted an audit of empty space, and only 34% considered adopting more efficient solutions. Being an early adopter in using a science-backed Pallet Optimization Calculator will help companies towards their corporate social responsibility goals. “Analyzing transportation costs and inefficiencies is an important part of sustainable development which is often forgotten. In addition to our Eco-Packaging product range, we, therefore, want to contribute to the joint sustainability effort by offering companies our Pallet Optimization Calculator tool. This will help us push together for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals”, said Lara Botta, Vice President of Botta Packaging. Source : https://packagingeurope.com/the-problem-of-shipping-empty-space/ --ENDS-- About Botta Packaging BOTTA Packaging is a corrugated cardboard box and industrial packaging company since 1947, representing the right mix of manufacturing tradition and innovation. The company has also become specialized in Innovative and Sustainable packaging solutions, in line with its commitment to environmental protection and social responsibility, which earned it the recognition of Italian Eco-Pack by the Turin Polytechnic University and the selection as Sustainable Packaging Experts by Comieco. Instapack.me, the advanced e-commerce portal, was created adopting cutting edge and pioneering technologies in the packaging sector, using an Open Innovation approach. BOTTA Packaging is one of only 11 Italian companies listed as Europe’s 100 Digital Champions by the Financial Times. For more information, visit www.botta.it CONTACTS Lara Botta – VP BOTTA Packaging Mob. +39 335.6970655 Email: Lara.botta@botta.it

First Pulp & Paper Plant and overall, Second in the Country to achieve this feat The rating awarded by GreenCo recognised the exemplary work spearheaded by ITC’s Paperboards and Specialty Papers Business in Bhadrachalam to become an icon of environmental stewardship with graded green features. ITC is the only company in the world to be Carbon Positive for 15 years and its large-scale afforestation programme has greened over 8,00,000 acres and created 147 million person days of livelihoods for farmers New Delhi, 04 August 2020: ITC's Paperboards & Specialty Papers Business (PSPD) world-class integrated facility at Bhadrachalam has been conferred the GreenCo Platinum+ rating by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Green Business Centre, as part of the Green Company rating system. It is the only facility in the pulp & paper sector and the second company overall in the country to have received this prestigious rating. The revered rating, which is given to industries for demonstrating leadership and commitment towards environment conservation, is a recognition for ITC’s core commitment to sustainable business practices and efforts to combat climate change. ITC has been carbon positive (15 years), water positive (18 years) and solid waste recycling positive (13 years). The GreenCo Platinum Plus rating puts ITC’s Bhadrachalam unit at par with green standards of other world-class facilities. It is a testimony to the Business’ large scale efforts in achieving environmental excellence. ITC’s Paperboards and Specialty Papers Business as a leading manufacturer of packaging and graphic boards in South Asia has long endeavoured to become an icon of environmental stewardship. Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Sanjay Singh, Corporate Management Committee Member, ITC Limited, said, “In line with ITC’s Triple Bottom Line philosophy, PSPD’s commitment towards being at the forefront of environmental resources conservation and replenishment has helped it to synergise environmental and economic sustainability. The GreenCo Platinum + rating is a recognition of our Bhadrachalam unit’s large scale efforts towards combating climate change. We are delighted that our consistent green endeavours has made us the only company in the pulp and paper sector to have received this accolade. This honour encourages us to further strengthen our interventions and programmes that contribute towards creating a positive environmental footprint. The Green Company rating system is the "first of its kind in the world" with a comprehensive framework that evaluates performance of green features of companies on 10 broad green parameters like energy efficiency, renewable energy, CHG emissions, water conservation, waste management, material conservation, green supply chain, product stewardship & life cycle assessment, innovation for environment and green infrastructure. The rating system has been acknowledged in India's Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC) document, submitted to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2015, as a proactive voluntary action of Indian industry/ private sector towards combating climate change. ITC’s Paperboards and Specialty Papers Business has implemented an inclusive and sustainable forestry value chain that has created a large green cover and livelihoods for tribals and marginal farmers. The Business has adopted a fibre-sourcing strategy through growing plantations owned by marginal farmers and tribal villages. This has enabled ITC to encourage green cover for over 8,00, 000 acres of land and provide 147-million-person days of sustainable livelihood to farmers. The efforts made by ITC to promote responsible sourcing and sustainable plantations has led to the Forest Stewardship Council certification as well as membership of WWF-Global Forest and Trade Network. Previously, ITC has also been recognized for achieving the lowest Green House Gas emissions in Indian Pulp & Paper Industry. The Business has also achieved and sustained best in class industry benchmarks in energy efficiency and water conservation. The Paperboards and Specialty Papers Business also commissioned the first ever Bleached Chemi-Thermomechanical Pulp Mill in India, which for the first time made the conversion of hardwood into softwood pulp feasible, enabling import-substitution and agro-forestry promotion for this purpose. ITC has also implemented the “Well Being out of Waste” (WoW) initiative, a large-scale waste management effort that today extends to over 1 crore citizens in the country. All these initiatives spearheaded by the Business have indeed contributed to ITC’s position as a global exemplar in #Sustainability. ITC is only the second company in the country to have achieved the feat of a first-class platinum plus rating. Over 550 companies spread across 18 sectors are currently working to receive a GreenCo rating with more than 260 companies already having received it. For Further Information: Nitin Yadav / Saurabh Kochar First Partners 9811278920 / 9899464224

Group now enjoys 100% ownership of company specialising in the design and development of digital services for industrial supervision and automation. President of SACMI Imola S.C., Paolo Mongardi: “SACMI continues to invest in services for digital innovation, the keystone of the future” SACMI has now gained a 100% controlling interest in IPREL, a company that specialises in hardware and software design and supervision system development. As part of a broader Group-oriented logic, this operation (approved at the SACMI Imola Shareholders' Meeting) aims to strengthen the Group's ability to develop and deliver digital design and industrial automation services. With 120 highly qualified technicians, IPREL has, in recent years, gained in strategic importance in terms of both the service it provides to all SACMI Group Divisions and BUs and the solutions it develops for third-party customers (also in collaboration with laboratories, universities and research institutions). Hence the decision to raise SACMI's parent company's share in IPREL from 50% to the current 100%, with a view to further enhancing the ability to supply such services both within the Group and outside it. "Automation and digitalization", observes the President of SACMI Imola, Paolo Mongardi, "are vital in today's world. In a smart manufacturing scenario founded on sustainability and efficiency, they are essential to the development of new products and services. This full takeover of IPREL, in fact, follows that logic perfectly by carrying forward an already-begun plan and boosting SACMI's firepower in these areas". The year 2019 saw IPREL proceed apace on several development fronts, the main projects concerning advanced big data analysis systems, research into supply chain system technologies and the development of automatic image capture platforms for quality control purposes. In a non-Group context, instead, the company developed advanced sensors for biomedical applications. IPREL will continue to operate as part of the SACMI "innovation package", which promotes the development of advanced digital innovation services in both the company and the wider world. Further goals for this year include the strengthening and consolidation of partnerships, especially in the big data field, with the aim of setting up new pilot projects for all the Group businesses. Contact: Valentina Gollini PR & Communication Dept. SACMI Imola SC Via Selice Prov.le, 17/a 40026 Imola (BO) Italy T +39 0542 607 111 | M +39 347 5216895 Valentina.Gollini@sacmi.it | www.sacmi.com

Mondi launches NextLiner, the first to market solution that reduces the environmental footprint of polycoated kraft (PCK) paper release liners NextLiner uses recycled base paper and resins made from renewable resources 30 July 2020 – Mondi, global leader in packaging and paper, has developed the world’s first sustainable polycoated kraft (PCK) paper release liner, which is being launched on a global scale. Such liners are indispensable to carry and protect pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) products, and currently are often discarded once the PSA products are used. Mondi’s NextLiner uses a recycled base paper with a coating made from renewable resources. Using recycled fibres and renewable materials can have a positive impact on the environmental footprint of NextLiner, used in graphic arts, tapes and other industrial applications. “Our goal is to be sustainable by design, so we have worked on innovating environmentally responsible NextLiners that support our customers’ sustainability goals. Using recycled fibres and renewable resins takes us one step closer to making the PSA supply chain more sustainable,” noted Stefan Schönberger, Head of Product Sustainability, Mondi Release Liner. Usage of release liners continues to grow - polyolefin coated paper consumption is around 9 billion m2 per year with a market share of 16% of the total release liner market[1] - which makes environmentally responsible alternatives in the sector all the more important. The launch of NextLiner is a first important step in the development of sustainable liners with more to come. Mondi is continually conducting research and development into more sustainable release liner alternatives (for PCK as well as paper- and film-based release liners) and recycling-related technologies as a part of the company’s commitment to contribute to a better world. For editorial enquiries, please contact Judith Wronn Mondi Group +49 151 17714692 judith.wronn@mondigroup.com Josina van der Velden EMG +31 164 317 014 jvandervelden@emg-marcom.com

Burgopak, the company behind the unforgettable packaging slider have joined forces with Duallok, the most awarded child-resistant packaging design of 2019 to blend expertise in a new and innovative packaging range for the rapidly growing CBD and luxury wellness market. Taking advantage of the Duallok team’s invaluable insights into the legalised cannabis industry, Kolluda presents a contemporary and luxury packaging solution for new and existing companies moving into the CBD sector and beyond. Dane Whitehurst, Creative Director at Burgopak describes the new range as “a merge of two captivating packaging designs to bring a fresh aesthetic and a tantalizing product experience” to the Health and Wellness industries. Inspired by the modern CBD consumer, the Kolluda range presents a collection of packaging solutions with a tactile presentation, and functionality to reinforce the wholesome product purpose - to relax the mind and ease the body. Each solution includes a subtle and intuitive opening mechanism, housing an angular and easily customisable insert to present your product with contemporary simplicity, while keeping it well supported. Suitable for bottles, tinctures, supplements, edibles, chocolates and ointments, this holistic packaging range can give your product stage presence among a backdrop of bottles, or extend a customer experience through a luxury e-commerce journey from purchase-to-product. The first releases in the Kolluda ‘Type’ range include, a cabrio mechanisms, the famous Burgopak slider, a dual product tray with left and right openings – perfect for paired and complimentary products, and The Type-E with a luxurious pull cord to eject your product seamlessly from the pack – the perfect presentation for your CBD chocolates. The range can be viewed at kolluda.com with a number of new designs just around the corner. Be sure to sign up to the official mailing list here, for all the latest news, innovations and up-coming limited designs from Burgopak and Duallok. To request your free sample contact Duallok today on info@duallok.com About the Companies Burgopak is a world leader in design and manufacture of innovative patented packaging for products of all shapes and sizes. While Duallok is an award-winning Child-resistant packaging solution dedicated to the legalised Cannabis market. With a highly creative and experienced collaborative team, together we designs to brief, to provide an engaging opening experience to your customers, creates a higher perceived value of your product with clever cardboard engineering, and makes your life easier by managing the process right from conception to completion. Connect: Facebook: facebook.com/Duallok Twitter: twitter.com/Duallokltd Instagram: instagram.com/Duallok Pinterest: pinterest.com/Duallok Website: https://www.kolluda.com

Pianoro (Bologna) – Marchesini Group closed 2019 with a consolidated turnover of 441 million Euro, a repeat of the excellent performance in 2018. During the current year, the Marchesini Group has continued its production activities as steadily as possible, despite the sharp slowdown in the Italian and international economy caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Notably, between February and June more than 50 virtual tests were carried out, which made it possible to respect the machine delivery times and maintain a stable economic outlook for the company. In the same period, a series of initiatives worth 500,000 Euro were also launched to ensure employee health, including sanitation measures, serological tests, safety devices, additional insurance and home educators and babysitters. Investments required for safety in the workplace were accompanied by those to develop two new stake holdings and an acquisition in the Italian mechanical and automation supply chain. The first company in which Marchesini has a stake is the Pianoro-based Carlo Corazza S.r.l., a historic brand that specialises in precision machining and special processes, with which Marchesini boasts a solid partnership. Founded in the ’70s, Carlo Corazza has developed over time and currently employs 23 people, with a turnover of 2 million Euro. Marchesini has also acquired a stake in FVM S.r.l., a Tuscan artisan manufacturing company (Monteriggioni, Siena) that has been producing small automatic machines and components for the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, cosmetic and food sectors since 1992. With its entry into the Marchesini Group, FVM - which employs seven people and has a turnover of 800,000 Euro - will consolidate its existing collaboration with the Corima Division of the Marchesini Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of packaging for drugs such as vaccines and anti-cancer drugs. Auteco Sistemi S.r.l., a software company in Lombardy (Pavia) that was founded in 1985 and develops solutions in the field of automation, process control and workflow digitalisation, has joined the Group. The AI project (dedicated to Artificial Intelligence and Industry 4.0) was launched in 2017 when SEA Vision became part of the Marchesini Group, and it continued with the acquisition of Proteo Engineering in 2018. These operations are part of the increasingly crucial strategy of interconnecting mechanics with robotics and software, as well as manufacturing with digitalization and Artificial Intelligence. The objective, which is one of the key elements of the Industry 4.0 philosophy, is to transform production lines to allow centralized production control, internal and external tracking and sharing of quality data and, finally, predictive maintenance operations. According to Pietro Cassani, CEO of the Marchesini Group, “these operations will enable the companies involved to increase their market share and put Marchesini in a position to further strengthen two of its essential business segments, namely automation and production process control. These two sectors will always be our priority because they allow our customers to achieve maximum benefits in terms of the performance and quality of the product lines”. Maurizio Marchesini, Chairman of the Marchesini Group and newly elected Vice-Chairman of Confindustria responsible for Supply Chains and Medium-Sized Enterprises, outlines the medium-term scenario: “It is essential, for us at Marchesini and for Italy as a country, that the entire supply chain of Italian companies is consolidated in order to ensure growth, both in terms of size and geographical coverage. It is a precious, but fragile ecosystem that must be supported with more efficient business processes, constant and sustainable investments, improved technical and managerial skills and a guarantee of correct ethical behaviour in economic relations. We shouldn’t forget the restructuring of incentives linked to Industry 4.0 so that technology becomes available to all companies”. As regards its increased presence in foreign markets, Marchesini Iberica (stemming from the spin-off of the pharmaceutical packaging branch of the historic STE company), which conducts commercial activities in the Iberian Peninsula and the Maghreb, and Marchesini Packaging Mexico, which focuses on the Mexican market, were also established in 2019. Contact: Antonio Leggieri Marchesini Group S.p.A. Press Officer mailto:antonio.leggieri@marchesini.com ph: +39 051 047 9711 (Dir. 9635) fax: +39 051 6516457 www.marchesini.com

Mondi Paper Bags has acquired two paper bag lines from Helwan Cement Company and InterCement Sacs1. With these acquisitions, Mondi’s paper bag production volume in the country will increase by approximately 60-80 million bags annually. As part of the agreement, Mondi will become exclusive supplier of paper bags to Helwan Cement Company and InterCement Sacs. 28 July 2020 – Mondi Paper Bags, part of Mondi Group, a leading global packaging and paper manufacturer, has acquired two paper bag lines from Helwan Cement Company and InterCement Sacs, two major cement producers in Egypt. The acquired production lines will increase Mondi’s capacity by approximately 60-80 million bags annually and strengthen Mondi's position in the Middle Eastern bag market, particularly in supporting suppliers to the construction industry. Mondi Paper Bags, a global producer that operates two plants in Egypt, will also become the exclusive supplier of paper bags to Helwan Cement Company and InterCement Sacs. “We are excited to have signed long-term supply agreements with two of our biggest customers in Egypt further securing our position in the Middle Eastern market. These collaborations will offer Helwan and InterCement access to our latest innovations, industry expertise and our strong plant network and customer service in the Middle East. Thanks to Mondi’s vertical integration, our partners will further benefit from our high quality kraft paper,” said Claudio Fedalto, Chief Operating Officer of Mondi Paper Bags. “Building sustainable partnerships is InterCement’s tagline, and it is exactly what this deal represents. It is a long and fruitful partnership, in which we will focus on our cement production, while Mondi is supplying us with high quality bags and comprehensive customer service,” said Paulo Dall’Aqua, Legal & Administration Director, Amreyah Cement. “We are delighted to continue our relationship with a reputable and reliable global paper bags supplier like Mondi, while we can focus on our core operations, the production of grey cement and ready-mix,” said Jose Maria Magrina, Managing Director, Suez Cement Group. /ends Notes to editors: Helwan Cement is a subsidiary of Suez Cement Group Egypt, part of leading global cement company HeidelbergCement AG. InterCement Sacs is a subsidiary of Amreyah Cement, part of InterCement, a major Brazilian cement producer. Mondi Paper Bags in Egypt consists of Suez Bag and Mondi Cairo. Plant photos are set out below. About Mondi Paper Bags Mondi Paper Bags, a business segment of Mondi Group, is the leading international producer of industrial paper bags selling more than 5 billion bags per year. Thanks to its broad range of bag specifications, Mondi Paper Bags serves major industries including cement and building materials, chemicals, food, feed and seed. The business segment operates a dense sales and service network, the specialised filling equipment department Natro Tech, as well as its Bag Application Centre, where researchers develop and test innovative packaging solutions. About Mondi Mondi is a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world by making innovative, packaging and paper solutions that are sustainable by design. Our business is fully integrated across the value chain – from managing forests and producing pulp, paper and plastic films, to developing and manufacturing effective industrial and consumer packaging solutions. Sustainability is at the centre of our strategy and intrinsic in the way we do business. We lead the industry with our customer- centric approach, EcoSolutions, where we ask the right questions to find the most sustainable solution. In 2019, Mondi had revenues of €7.27 billion and underlying EBITDA of €1.66 billion. Mondi has a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange (MNDI), and a secondary listing on the JSE Limited (MNP). Mondi is a FTSE 100 constituent, and has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series since 2008 and the FTSE/JSE Responsible Investment Index Series since 2007. www.mondigroup.com Contact: Judith Wronn Senior Communication Manager, Flexible Packaging & Engineered Materials Tel: +49 151 1771 4692 Email: Judith.Wronn@mondigroup.com Josina van der Velden EMG Tel: +31 164 317 014 Email: jvandervelden@emg-marcom.com

App uses state-of-the-art communication and gamification to explain the businesses nine different safety rules HEADS UP! app is free to download on any smartphone 29 July 2020 – Mondi, a global leader in #packaging and #paper, has launched a health and safety app as a new way to communicate to its colleagues on wellbeing in the workplace. #Mondi #Corrugated Solutions has launched the app to raise awareness of workplace safety rules in an accessible and entertaining way. The app entitled HEADS UP! is free to download for all Mondi employees and the general public. The app incorporates the latest research on the psychology of safe behaviour into a game format to reinforce commitment to the nine safety rules across Mondi’s plants and mills. The game design takes its inspiration from corrugated boxes, the main product of Mondi Corrugated Solutions and features the company's corporate colours and branding, making it instantly recognisable and familiar. “We used the priming psychology effect in our health and safety communication at Mondi. In the app, we’ve deployed this effect by using gamification to connect the learning of behavioural rules with a positive experience of playing a game,” said Sabine Nellen, Safety and Health Manager, Mondi Corrugated Solutions who led the development of the app. State-of-the-art digital communication tool HEADS UP! strikes a balance between education and entertainment. The app contains nine mini-games, each of which corresponds to one of Mondi’s nine safety rules. Each safety rule is explained before the start of each game. Players can then test their ability to solve riddles, react quickly and find their way through obstacle courses, all within the theme of Mondi’s culture of safety and health. “Gamification is the ideal tool for safety and health communication. Statistics show that smartphone gamers come from all occupations, with an almost equal gender and age distribution that matches the average working population,” said Matthias Kreuziger, Creative Director of Pen&Paper, the agency that supported Mondi in developing the app. The app is one of many new developments in Mondi’s comprehensive digitalisation of its business. As the Group moves to using more advanced analytics, automation and robotics to better serve its customers with innovative and sustainable packaging and paper solutions. Armand Schoonbrood, COO Corrugated Solutions, adds, “To protect the health and safety of our colleagues, which is our highest priority, we want to use different approaches. HEADS UP! will help ensure colleagues are aware of the rules, understand them and mostly importantly adopt them as part of their daily behaviour. Creating the app is an innovative approach that may well become a benchmark for safety communication. Most importantly, we hope it will help keep colleagues safe and support a mindset of safety at all times.” /ends Editors’ Notes HEADS UP! can be downloaded free from the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. The app is supported on iOS and Android devices. The content, graphics and sounds are licensed by Mondi Corrugated Solutions. Mondi’s Nine Safety Rules Work with a valid permit when required. Respect speed limits, keep travelling paths, using seat belts and only use a mobile phone with hands-free equipment while driving. Obtain authorisation before entering a confined space and take the necessary precautions. Protect yourself against falling when working at heights. Test isolation before work begins and use specified life-saving equipment. Obtain authorisation before overriding or disabling protective equipment. Do not stand or walk under a suspended load. Conduct a chemicals assessment and wear specified PPE when required. When working in the forests, keep a safe distance at all times. About Mondi Corrugated Solutions Mondi Corrugated Solutions, a segment of the business unit Mondi Corrugated Packaging, is a leading supplier of corrugated packaging in Europe, with a strong focus on Central and South-East Europe. In 2020 the segment won three WorldStar awards, in 2019 it won seven WorldStar Awards for innovation, to add to five won in 2018; more than any other company worldwide. Through a network of 16 plants Mondi Corrugated Packaging provides innovative design and state-of-the-art printing and gluing technology. The packaging types range from standard transit cases and heavy duty containers to upscale consumer displays. They are applied as shelf- or retail-ready solutions, transport cases or large containers when shipping FMCGs, perishables, industrial and dangerous goods as well as other products. About Mondi Mondi is a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world by making innovative, packaging and paper solutions that are sustainable by design. Our business is fully integrated across the value chain – from managing forests and producing #pulp, paper and #plastic films, to developing and manufacturing effective industrial and consumer packaging solutions. #Sustainability is at the centre of our strategy and intrinsic in the way we do business. We lead the industry with our customer- centric approach, EcoSolutions, where we ask the right questions to find the most sustainable solution. In 2019, Mondi had revenues of €7.27 billion and underlying EBITDA of €1.66 billion. Mondi has a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange (MNDI), and a secondary listing on the JSE Limited (MNP). Mondi is a FTSE 100 constituent, and has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series since 2008 and the FTSE/JSE Responsible Investment Index Series since 2007. www.mondigroup.com Contact: Julia Madeleine Rohracher Communication Manager, Mondi Corrugated Packaging Tel: +43 1 790 13 4640 Email: Julia.Rohracher@mondigroup.com Josina van der Velden EMG Tel: +31 164 317 014 Email: jvandervelden@emg-marcom.com

In 2019, Master Kong beverage (Master Kong) in China opted to sign a two-year fixed price maintenance contract with Sidel for four of their aseptic complete PET lines producing ready-to-drink (RTD) teas in their plants in Langfang and Baotou. Sidel’s proactive maintenance and on-site support have contributed to Master Kong’s business during the peak season by better controlling maintenance costs while improving the lines’ efficiency by 6%. Master Kong are a part of Ting Hsin International Group. The company are particularly active in non-alcoholic beverage segment being one of the top three players in China and leading the RTD tea segment in the country with a 45% market share. The beginning of Master Kong’s and Sidel’s partnership dates back more than 15 years when the first of several packaging lines for Water, CSD, and JNSDIT were installed by Sidel. After several years of operation of the aseptic PET packaging lines, the leading RTD tea producer in China were considering maintenance services. The objective was to keep the maintenance costs predictable for two lines running in the Baotou plant since 2012 and for two others in the Langfang plant since 2013. Shift to a proactive maintenance pays off Service-wise Master Kong in the past were doing reactive maintenance, buying spare parts only when needed, which generated unplanned downtime and costs. “The new maintenance contract straight-forward showed the advantages to the customer of shifting to a more proactive maintenance. Moreover, they trusted in our ability, as their Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), to do the required maintenance in order to extend aseptic PET lines’ lifetime, running at 48,000 bottles per hour. We also ensured the continuity of their product safety,” points out Christina XU, Services Account Director for Greater China at Sidel. “We have trusted in Sidel’s professional expertise since the beginning of our cooperation. They have been a reliable partner, convincingly demonstrating an in-depth knowledge of aseptic PET packaging. Not least, it remains important to us to have them as our OEM, providing us with consistent equipment and services as well as advice on demand,” says Mr Wang WEI, Head of Product Planning Supply Chain Management – Operation Department at Master Kong. “The service contract definitely answers all our needs,” he assures. Control costs and increase uptime To define the most appropriate maintenance service solution for the customer from the onset, Sidel experts compared Master Kong’s yearly average maintenance and spare parts storage expenses with the traditional expenses related to the effective operation of the aseptic lines. Therefore, the contract fundamentally ensures better cost control, providing a clearer view of maintenance expenses with specified fixed costs based on the number of running hours. Additionally, the tailored spare part orders, stipulated in the contract, helped to optimise cash flow by reducing inventory costs for spare parts. Sidel have been providing proper scheduling and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance. Their analysis and reports enabled Master Kong to accurately monitor the lines and maximise their uptime. The aseptic validation process, included in the contract and passed right after the maintenance, secured product safety Master Kong were aiming for. Close and successful partnership with long-term ambitions “Thanks to the great support from Master Kong and our strong aseptic knowledge, we accomplished the first year of maintenance execution by the end of 2019. Smooth project management and close collaboration between both sides allowed to refill the spare parts stock and to run the necessary diagnostics in less than two months, just in time for the yearly overhaul,” says Christina XU. The partnership during the maintenance process was organised in quarterly and monthly on-site meetings as well as regular follow-up. Furthermore, Sidel provided on-site technical coaching to optimise operations. “From a production point of view, we are really happy that Sidel’s local technicians were able to continuously train our employees on-site to optimise operations on our machines. Additionally, we could also rely on a key safety stock of 100% original Sidel spare parts, securing machine uptime and generating further savings,” adds Mr Wang WEI. As the maintenance contract brought great value to the company, in December 2019 Master Kong signed another maintenance contract with Sidel for additional five aseptic PET packaging lines and four blowers in their Chengdu plant, and now are thinking to extend Sidel’s maintenance services also across other plants. Editors Note: The images within this document are for illustrative purposes only and should not be used for reproduction. If high resolution copies are not attached with the document, please contact Nikolaus Schreck at F&H Porter Novelli for copies – see contact details below. ----------------------------------- For editorial, advertising and sponsorship enquiries, please contact: F&H Porter Novelli Nikolaus Schreck, Senior Consultant Tel: +49 (0) 89 12175-123 Email: sidel@fundh.de

By becoming a strategic partner of Project STOP, Siegwerk actively supports the creation of sustainable waste management systems in Indonesia to eliminate leakage of plastics into the environment underlining its strong commitment to actively drive the realization of a global circular packaging industry. Siegburg, Germany, July 28, 2020. - Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks for packaging applications and labels, becomes a strategic partner of Project STOP, a frontline initiative, co- founded by Borealis and SYSTEMIQ, that designs, implements and scales circular economy solutions to marine plastic pollution in Southeast Asia. Since its launch in 2017, Project STOP has welcomed various industrial and governmental partners designing, implementing, and scaling circular economy solutions to prevent plastic waste pollution. Siegwerk is now joining this strong network of system relevant players that are committed to support the establishment of on the ground solutions in Indonesia. Every year, roughly 12 million tons of plastic waste end up in the ocean impacting community health, wealth and polluting the environment. An estimated 50% of marine debris originates from just five Asian economies: China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand. With an annual consumption of more than 6 million tons of plastic and an estimated ocean leakage of 1 million tons per year, Indonesia is the second largest contributor to ocean plastics. In response, the Indonesian government has created a Marine Debris Action Plan in 2017 committing itself to reduce Indonesia’s ocean plastic levels 70% by 2025. Project STOP has four core objectives; zero leakage of waste into the environment; creating more circular systems; achieving economic sustainability; and benefits to local community via creation of new jobs and reducing impact of mismanaged waste on public health, tourism and fishers. The initiative works hand in hand with local municipalities and environmental agencies to contribute to developing a low cost and circular waste management infrastructure through city partnership projects across Indonesia. “We strongly believe that creating a circular economy is the solution to today’s global waste problem and we see it as our responsibility as global player to actively support its realization”, explains Alina Marm, Head of Circular Economy Hub at Siegwerk. “As strategic partner of Project STOP, we are now able to deliver on our commitment in a way that empowers local communities by building a circular system to successfully tackle the very real and immediate problems of plastic waste pollution. The initiative’s overall goal is to increase recycling rates, achieve zero ocean leakage and create social benefits for local communities. It combines a rapid acceleration of waste management systems at city level with system level policy, investment, behavior change and innovation in material design approaches. By joining Project STOP we have the exciting opportunity to be an active part of a system-changing “impact” initiative concretely supporting areas with minimal to no waste management services and high plastic leakage rates by building infrastructures, empowering circular processes and encouraging behavior change”, adds Ralf Hildenbrand, President Americas and Member of the Board. Indonesia plays an important role for Siegwerk as the country is home of numerous employees and customers. With one site in Tangerang and one blending center in Surabaya, the company knows about the challenges across the country. Today, Project STOP supports three cities in Indonesia with extremely high ocean plastic leakage levels: Muncar, a coastal fishing community in Banyuwangi, Pasuruan, a coastal city located in Java, Indonesia’s fourth largest island (and only 70 km from Siegwerk’s blending center in Surabaya), and Jembrana, located on the northwest coast of Bali. To date, more than 55,000 people already benefit from waste collection, most for the first time. Project STOP has collected nearly 5,000 tons of waste (650 tons of plastic) and created more than 90 full-time jobs. Through its work in Muncar, Pasuruan and Jembrana, Project STOP will reach up to 450,000 people and prevent 40,000 tons of waste 4,700 tons of plastic waste) from leaking into the environment annually, grow local employment and provide replicable solutions and innovations for other cities. “We firmly believe that a complex issue like ocean pollution can only be tackled through partnerships along the value chain, explains Alfred Stern, Borealis CEO. “Having Siegwerk as a strategic partner of Project STOP will help accelerate the successful delivery and expansion of our city-partnerships in Indonesia and provide a foundation for further actions in the region.” “Together with Borealis, we are thrilled to welcome Siegwerk to our committed group of strategic partners, which includes the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nestlé , the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, and Borouge,” said Joi Danielson, Asia Programme Director and Partner at SYSTEMIQ. “Their commitment to ending ocean plastic pollution will benefit cities and the communities where Project STOP works.” As a family-run company with an extensive history, Siegwerk has long been aware of its responsibility to future generations and is strongly committed to always maintain a sensible balance between ecological, social and economic needs without compromising the resources of future generations. Sustainability means progress to Siegwerk. That is why the company is making every effort to actively push its strategic transformation towards becoming a circular and digital packaging solutions company by continuously improving the ecological footprint of its business and its solutions concretely supporting the establishment of a circular economy approach across the packaging industry. Its partnership with Project STOP is just another example of the company’s extensive activities to further shape the future of sustainable packaging. Today, Siegwerk already has a strong track record in customer-specific development projects for circular packaging solutions that either increase recyclability, allow composting, or reduce the need for plastic use and other non-renewable raw materials. With its functional and technical understanding of inks and varnishes combined with its strong partner network and integrated know-how along the packaging value chain, Siegwerk is well equipped to support its customers towards a more circular model. Moreover, the company is actively joining forces along the entire value chain contributing its ink expertise to different industry initiatives like e.g. CEFLEX or the Circular Economy Initiative Deutschland (CEID) to help realize a sustainable future. Learn more at www.siegwerk.com/en/circular-economy.html. About Siegwerk Siegwerk, a sixth-generation family-owned company, is one of the leading international manufacturers of printing inks and individual solutions for packaging, labels, and catalogs. With more than 180 years of experience, the company has solid expertise in and knowledge of many printing procedures. A global manufacturing and service network ensures customers consistently high-quality products and services. In keeping with the company’s philosophy “Ink, Heart & Soul,” Siegwerk seeks long-term cooperation with its business partners. Siegwerk employs some 5,000 people worldwide in more than 30 country organizations and is headquartered in Siegburg near Cologne. Further information on Siegwerk can be found at www.siegwerk.com. About Project STOP Launched in 2017 by Borealis and SYSTEMIQ, Project STOP (Stop Ocean Plastics) works with cities to create effective waste management systems that eliminate plastics leakage into the ocean and creates circular systems in Southeast Asia. Supported by industry and government partners, Project STOP aims to achieve zero leakage of waste into the environment, recycle more plastics, be economically sustainable, and create benefits, including jobs, for the local community. To learn more, please visit www.stopoceanplastics.com or follow us on Twitter @endoceanplastic. About Borealis Borealis is a leading provider of innovative solutions in the fields of polyolefins, base chemicals, fertilizers and melamine. With its head office in Vienna, Austria, the company currently has more than 6,900 employees and operates in over 120 countries. Borealis generated EUR 8.1 billion in sales revenue and a net profit of EUR 872 million in 2019. Mubadala, through its holding company, owns 64% of the company, with the remaining 36% belonging to Austria-based OMV, an integrated, international oil and gas company. Borealis provides services and products to customers globally, in collaboration with Borouge, a joint venture with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and with BaystarTM, a joint venture with Total in Texas, USA. www.borealisgroup.com Media Contacts: Siegwerk Project STOP Dr. Bettina Horenburg Director Corporate Communications Tel.: +49 2241 304-732 E-mail: bettina.horenburg@siegwerk.com Sun Oh Communications Lead, Project STOP Tel.: +44 (0)774 1738095 E-mail: sun.oh@systemiq.earth

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New data has revealed that speciality security printer Eltronis has successfully aided the resurgence of two pharmaceutical brands that saw massive falls in sales due to Russian counterfeiters. Pharma companies Biotehnos and Rompharm, both based in Romania, had seen significant declines in sales of their Alflutop and Rumalon brands in Russia. On investigation, it became apparent that the success of both brands had made them a lucrative target for counterfeiters, to the extent that almost half of the branded drugs in the Russian market were showing as fake. Not only did these counterfeits impact on sales by replacing genuine products with those of unknown quality, the high percentage of fakes meant that doctors had lost confidence in the brands and stopped prescribing them, causing patients to suffer. Following discussions with Eltronis, holographic labels were recommended for both brands to help protect them from the counterfeiters. Importantly, the solutions also focused on re-building brand confidence among medical professionals. Pete Smallwood, Business Development Manager for Eltronis, said: “Not only did our holographic labels counter the decreases seen in sales but, as doctors once again felt confident in prescribing these medicines, patients were able to benefit from receiving the best treatment for their illnesses.” Eltronis designed and manufactured a security label with a hot-stamp hologram for Alflutop to use on both its ampoules and branded cartons. The sophisticated design used a combination of high quality overt and covert embossed security features. This, combined with Eltronis’ advanced adhesive technology, which allows the label to be applied to both the ampoule and its packaging, created an effective security solution that was virtually impossible to counterfeit and provided quick and easy authentication of genuine Alflutop products. Rompharm chose a demetallised hologram label for Rumalon across both its ampoule and carton packaging. This integrated the latest holographic security techniques, including a 3D glass relief, and was rolled out across the portfolio. The high-quality security holograms gave an immediate means of verification for both brands and campaigns were undertaken to ensure doctors were clear on what features to look for and to help identify any fakes. Within a year, confidence increased significantly amongst medical professionals, and the latest data has shown that sales volumes have now recovered to previous levels. “To date, millions of units of both pharmaceuticals have been protected through using our security labels,” said Pete. “We knew how important it was to provide a solution to make counterfeiting much more difficult and enable medical staff to immediately identify genuine medicines. “Both brands are now trusted by medics in Russia and patients are once again benefitting from their prescription and use in the treatment of their illnesses.” Ends ABOUT ELTRONIS Founded in 2003, Eltronis is a privately owned speciality security printer which has established itself as a trusted partner for a wide range of global brand owners, pharmaceutical suppliers and automotive manufacturers alongside its various long-standing governmental projects. Headquartered in the UK and with manufacturing in Eastern Europe, Eltronis combines all forms of traditional security print with digital and holographic technologies. By identifying the key issues faced by each customer, the business ensures its unique and often patented solutions meet the specific needs of each project. As an established supplier of security solutions for governments worldwide, Eltronis offers a single source supply for security documents such national IDs, voter programmes, tax stamps and driving licences. Production is within a guarded and patrolled environment with full access control, CCTV, secure storage and waste destruction. Eltronis is ISO certified for Quality, Environmental and Health and Safety and is a member of the IHMA. Visit online at www.eltronis.com For Eltronis sales enquiries please contact: Pete Smallwood, Business Development Manager Tel: +44 (0) 1473 356544 Email: pete.smallwood@eltronis.com For Eltronis media enquiries please contact: Simon Wildash or Phil Stubbs, Nielsen McAllister Tel: +44 (0)1332 293939 Email: info@nmpr.co.uk Contact: Lydia Skerritt Account Executive | Nielsen McAllister 116 Green Lane, Derby, DE1 1RY, UK T: +44 (0)1332 293939 W: nielsenmcallister.com

Information: Behind many popular brands lies an interesting history and many intriguing stories. An important anniversary can be an opportunity to bring these stories to life, particularly on the brand’s packaging. Leading metal packaging company Trivium has been responsible for some memorable examples, and the pick of the 2020 collection is likely to be the limited edition sardine cans celebrating the 100th anniversary of Pointe de Penmarc’h. The infinitely recyclable cans show four delightful scenes that capture the essence and traditions of sardine fishing in the port of Douarnenez and nearby Pointe de Penmarc’h (after which the company takes its name) between Brest and Lorient on France’s Brittany coast. Behind the colourful illustrations is a story of endeavor, struggle and innovation over many decades to bring this delicious food onto our tables. Pointe de Penmarc’h is now part of Maison Chancerelle, whose Connétable brand, established in 1853, has the distinction of being packaged at the world’s oldest sardine cannery in Douarnenez, which now combines the artisanal methods of the past with the most modern processing techniques. Patrick Savouré, Commercial Director Seafood from Trivium explains: “Seafood packaging has been one of our core sectors, and as we have been privileged to work for many years with canners around the world we have acquired a deep understanding of the nature and traditions of the industry. We fully recognised the proud heritage of Chancerelle, and were delighted to contribute to the centenary of Pointe de Penmarc’h.” The 100 per cent recyclable aluminium cans are produced in a typical sardine format at the Trivium manufacturing plant in Moëlan-sur-Mer in Brittany, France. Notes to Editor Trivium Packaging is a global supplier of infinitely recyclable, metal packaging for the world’s leading brands. Trivium has more than 60 locations worldwide, employs close to 8,000 people with sales of $2.7bn. More information: Josephine ter Mors Head of Global Communications Trivium Packaging E: jose.termors@triviumpackaging.com Kindly note my new email address. After 1 May 2020, emails sent to my previous email address ‘xxx@ardaghgroup.com’ will no longer be forwarded.

The global marketplace for the printing industry in Europe is irreplaceable. Dresden/Düsseldorf, 21 July 2020 - KAMA GmbH, a manufacturer of die cutting and finishing machines and folder-gluers, has confirmed that it will be taking part in Drupa 2021. “For our industry, Drupa is the only global marketplace in the western hemisphere and therefore irreplaceable”, emphasises KAMA CEO Steffen Pieper. “Small and medium-sized machine manufacturer who – like us – develop high-quality solutions for the global market need Drupa to be able to show off their new products and developments with this kind of reach.“ Ultimately every market player profits from an open competitive comparison, none more so than international customers. They can gain a complete overview of the industry in just a few days at the leading trade fair, search for solutions for their specific needs and discuss and compare offers in direct meetings. “Investment levels are extremely high in the graphics industry, and more than ever our customers need detailed analyses and calculations to help them make their purchase decisions. Drupa is the only event that offers this on the required scale; the two large trade fairs in China have not yet reached this level – and even without coronavirus they are still a long way away”, adds Pieper. Online events and in-house exhibitions are effective tools in the current situation, but they can never be a full substitute. In the long term, only open competition delivers the driving force and impulses for the necessary progress – not only in terms of product development, but also in terms of collaborations. This is something nobody should evade. Customers would soon realise that tactical manoeuvring is not in their interests here. “With the Drupa, we have a huge showcase of worldwide renown and reach right on our doorstep”, says Pieper. “At least for the time being.” But he believes that this is not something that should be taken for granted – instead, it requires everyone to get involved. The big players need to adopt a long-term approach in order to preserve the marketplace and, ultimately, also the domestic market. “As for coronavirus, we are confident that solutions will be found”, adds the CEO. “Even though it is still unclear whether interested parties from all countries will be able to come to Düsseldorf – we will certainly be presenting the new KAMA products and developments at Drupa in the new Hall 1”. P.S.: Last but not least, the print industry has its roots in Germany. That means 200 years of experience in the design and construction of printing machinery – at KAMA since 1894. “For our next successes in the global market we are going to need all of our resources – and ‘our’ Drupa is part of that“, explains Pieper. “To use a football analogy, no team taking part in the Champions League would give up its home advantage voluntarily.” Contact: Ruth Isheim phone +49 (351) 270 36 – 27 mail isheim@kama.info web www.kama.info

Is your packaging doing what it takes to engage today’s consumers from the store shelf? Today’s consumer craves a personalized brand experience. This preference can have a meaningful impact when it comes to brand loyalty and profits. As brands compete for consumer attention, 81 percent of shoppers have tried something new because the package caught their eye. Appearance or aesthetics of the package has led to 63 percent of shoppers repurchasing a product, and 52 percent have completely switched brands based on new packaging, according to Westrock. Bottom line, the look and feel of packaging are primary drivers that influence a customer’s purchasing decision in the aisle. It’s a powerful enabler that meets consumers’ need for a personalized brand experience. One of the key ways to create that experience is the use of finishing technologies. Amcor’s AmPlify™ finishing technologies for packaging is a portfolio of solutions designed to create engagement opportunities through more intense experiences with packaging elements that embody a product’s flavor, texture and scent. “We have developed a platform of inking techniques that builds brand impressions and empowers shoppers to interact with your products,” said Amcor Flexibles North America Marketing Director John Kearny. “By utilizing our market insights, research and development strength, and design capabilities, AmPlify finishing technologies for packaging can deliver more consumer engagement and greater sales in the aisle.” From a technical perspective, AmPlify finishing technologies for packaging offer the ability to control the coefficient of friction of materials resulting in improved operational efficiency and machinability while offering a wide range of finishes that can be applied to a broad portfolio of packaging materials and specifications: Antiglare delivers clarity and improved contrast, elevating brands on the shelf with glare-free and reduced-reflection designs Digital print closes the distance between store shelf and shopping cart by delivering improved speed to market and lower costs for small volume items Holographic films – with three-dimensional imaging revealed by changes in light – bring interest and brightness to packaging Kromasilk™ satin finish lends a refined pearlescent print surface and a three-dimensional, rich, silky surface Gloss and matte inks create a premium appearance for gourmet and upscale products through highlighted graphics that pop or decrease light reflection Metallics create an eye-catching package using highly reflective inks to really stand out Uniquely produced soft-touch films offer a more cost-effective way to achieve a smooth feel that resonates with consumers and also may be applied only in specific areas of the package that you choose to complement graphics Tactile inks enhance consumer engagement and interest by supplementing a product’s natural flavor and quality with a tactile experience that creates a standout package consumers can see and feel If you’re ready to take the next step and move ahead of competitors when it comes to standing out, boosting engagement and connecting with consumers, connect first with the leading package design team at Amcor Flexibles North America. We’re eager to bring your next big idea to life. Source: Westrock – Packaging Matters, 2018. About Amcor Amcor is a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other products. Amcor works with leading companies around the world to protect their products and the people who rely on them, differentiate brands, and improve value chains through a range of flexible and rigid packaging, specialty cartons, closures, and services. The company is focused on making packaging that is increasingly light-weighted, recyclable and reusable, and made using a rising amount of recycled content. Around 50,000 Amcor people generate US$13 billion in sales from operations that span about 250 locations in 40-plus countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC Best Regards, Mary Johnson Marketing Communications Director Amcor Flexibles North America (920)527-5134 Mary.Johnson@amcor.com