Australian packaging producer Detpak recently exhibited at Fruit Logistica for the first time, receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback from visitors to the stand. "We went to Berlin to strengthen our connections in the European market and were met with eager interest in our fibre packaging for the fresh produce industry," said Mark Rohrlach, Regional Manager at Detpak. "The fresh produce industry is seasonal, and we are excited to maximise our capacity in the Australian market by exploring opportunities in the Northern Hemisphere during their counter season."
Detpak specialises in manufacturing custom packaging solutions, tailored to meet the unique needs of each customer. Although the packaging looks high-end, Mark explained that Detpak does not specifically target the high-end market. They ensure premium quality by sourcing materials through long-term contracts rather than spot buying.
"The packaging regulations in Europe align closely with those in Australia and we are monitoring the changes currently happening in the European market. Our fresh produce packaging is bespoke. We focus on developing sustainable, commercial, and tailor-made solutions to cater to the unique needs of our customers and their products. We can make packaging for all products, except for fresh cut.'
When choosing packing cost is a big factor, can shipping it in from an Australian company be competitive?
"Detpak has an expansive global footprint, with owned manufacturing across seven countries. This includes a small factory in Europe, which could be expanded if needed. Whilst local production has shorter lead times, we are a very agile company, and packaging can be ordered ahead of time.
"While we recognise that fibre packaging for fresh produce is widely produced, our goal is not to compete directly with European manufacturers. Instead, we are exploring the innovative solutions available in Europe and considering developing our own unique products."
For more information:
Mark Rohrlach
Detpak
Tel: +61 8 8448 5109
Mark.Rohrlach@detpak.com