Ericsson's Plastic-Free Packaging Initiative: Reducing Environmental Impact and Partnering with Deutsche Telekom and Swisscom for Trials

Ericsson Takes Aim at Plastic-Free Packaging

Ericsson is taking significant steps towards sustainability with a new packaging approach for its remote radio products and partnerships with Deutsche Telekom and Swisscom for initial trials.

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The Swedish vendor's project focuses on reducing the environmental impact of packaging, improving production and logistics efficiency, and eliminating the risk of ocean plastic pollution.

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The company is transitioning from oil-based plastics to wood fibre materials for its packaging inserts. This transition is not only fully recyclable but also reduces the total plastic content by over 95%, from 20% to less than 1%.

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Ericsson collaborated with two suppliers to develop this innovative plastic-free packaging, which is specifically designed to ship heavy-duty electronics products weighing between 24kg and 36kg.

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Initial Trials and Future Plans

In partnership with Deutsche Telekom and Swisscom, Ericsson is testing this packaging approach. The company also plans to expand its use to more products in collaboration with these operators and eventually roll it out to a wider range of customers.

"The Ericsson design team has shown that it is possible to remove plastics from packaging for complex and heavy telecom gear while maintaining essential product protection." - Mats Scharp, Head of Sustainability at Ericsson

Mats Scharp, Head of Sustainability at Ericsson, emphasized that this packaging initiative aligns with the company's goal of halving emissions by 2030. By eliminating plastics, Ericsson contributes to broader climate and environmental objectives.

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