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The moment you walk onto our new site in Pittston, you immediately sense that globally recognized American trait: enthusiasm! The Greiner Packaging USA team is producing its first packaging solutions for its customers with a great deal of enthusiasm. This move onto the US market also marks our transition from European to global supplier. It is taking us into a market full of exci-ting potential, primarily in the dairy industry. We have prepared ourselves well to take this step. Since 2013, our Boston sales office has been gathering valuable insight and first-hand experience. Existing and new customers are al-ready showing a great deal of interest in Greiner Packaging USAs services. Our broad range of products in the area of innovative premium pa-ckaging solutions is in great demand, particular-ly our innovations within the K3 family.

Michael Reiser

CEO Greiner Packaging Corporation, Pittston

EditorialDear Reader,

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Weve been quite busy during the startup phase at our new location in Pittston, Pennsylvania. Customers in the USA can expect good things right from the start, the same things that have set Greiner Packaging apart for more than five deca-des: strength of innovation, quality, service, and reliability. Our K3 technology is front and center in this Special Edition of unique packpaper. You can also get a glimpse of our company and its wide range of offerings at the same time. Enjoy!

Sincerely,

Michael ReiserCEOGreiner Packaging Corporation, Pittston

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Greiner Packaging Launches U.S. OperationsProduction begins at first U.S. manufacturing siteGreiner Packaging International has officially launched operations in the United States, with the grand opening of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Pittston, Pennsylvania.

The new production site will specifically cater to the needs of the U.S. dairy industry, focusing on delivering premium packaging solutions customized for the U.S. market.

There is much to be said about being active in the U.S. market, especially now: American consumers are more health conscious. The increasing demand for good quality foods also means an increasing need for high-quality packaging. At the same time, we have been observing a trend for sustainable packaging concepts, explains Willi Eibner, CEO of Greiner Packaging International. He adds, Some of our established customers have a presence in the U.S. The new site opens up the opportunity to strengthen these business relationships on another continent, while staying as close to the customer as possible.

K3 technology in step with US market needsThe 113,871-square-foot site will manufacture high-quality packaging, focusing on K3 technology. Consisting of a printable cardboard segment wrapped around a plastic cup, the

K3 technology allows producers to differentiate their products with unique, customized designs that enhance communication with end-users, and are in step both with U.S. marketing needs and current sustainability trends.

We are pleased to establish our first North American facility in Pennsylvania. This is a highly attractive region for the packaging industry, providing us with exceptional market access, an excellent business environment, and a top-notch workforce, says Eibner. This strategic expansion will help us meet a growing demand for innovative new packaging that gives U.S. dairy processors an edge in a highly competitive market.

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Company Information

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Strength ThroughInnovation & TraditionGreiner Packaging systematically bases its choice of products and network on the strong foundation of an Austrian family enterprise

In its 54 years of existence, Greiner Packaging has become a leading company in the European packaging industry. Its corporate activities are marked by confidence, continuity, and sustainability. Based on these values, customers are competently led from an idea to the finished product. This is how products find their unique packaging proposition -- their unique packaging advantage.

Greiner Packaging, a family enterprise founded in 1868, is a part of the Greiner Group with headquarters in Kremsmnster, Austria. The Greiner Group was founded in 1868 in Germany and in 1899 in Austria. Even today, it remains 100% family-owned and integrates the know-how of a network organization with the high level of innovation and flexibility of a legally independent business unit. Excellence in the diversification of products and markets is an essential basis for the Greiner Groups continuous growth.

Milestones

There are many significant events in the history of Greiner Packaging, some of which are:

1960: The company was founded in Kremsmnster (Upper Austria)1970s: Achieved market leadership for the first time in Austria in plastic cups for dairy products1980s: Greiner Packaging goes East expanding to new markets in Eastern Europe1990s: Expansion of the European network the company grows into a European player2000: Takeover of Swiss company Sandherr AG and the K3 technology2000s: Successful repositioning around the mission statement, do the innovation2010: Opening of Packworld and the first site outside Europe in Monterrey, Mexico2014: Greiner Packaging goes to the USA opening of the site in Pittston, Pennsylvania

Facts

Sales 2013: 647.9 USDCash flow 2013: 53.3 USDInvestments 2013: 38.3 USDEmployees: 3,426Sites: 34

International networkGreiner Packagings unique network represents excellence in finding solutions in design, production, and decoration. The strength of having a decentrally-organized structure profits both major customers with international operations as well as regional companies. For one

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thing, this unbureaucratic structure facilitates a flexible and fast response; it also provides major companies with international operations the opportunity to have the same packaging manufactured at different sites for more efficient distribution to their sales regions. The company meets the challenges of the market with three divisions: K, Kavo, and Assistec.

K Division Greiner Packagings K Division creates the competitive edge in unique packaging with cups and lids for the food and non-food industries. A diversified range of standard and premium products covers consumer needs as well as the requirements of customers from the dairy industry and other food industries. Among the outstanding strengths of Greiner Packagings K Division is the K3 technology (cardboard-plastics packaging.)

Kavo DivisionGreiner Packagings Kavo Division creates the competitive edge in unique packaging with bottles and containers for the food and non-food industries. As a specialist for customized product solutions, it serves a wide variety of markets: spirits, water, chemical-technical industry, pharmaceuticals, spices, as well as special solutions, using many different materials, most frequently PET, PE, PP and PC, but also ABS, PA or PES.

Assistec DivisionBy using a wide variety of technologies and processes, Greiner Packagings Assistec Division is positioned to offer its clients a broad range of solutions, from injection molding through extrusion blow molding, thermoforming, stretch blow molding, plate thermoforming, surface treatment and finishing such as printing or lacquering, and assembling. As a highly service-oriented one-stop-shop, the Assistec Division takes its customers from idea to mass production.

Multiple technologies

A selection of the various technologies used by Greiner Packaging:

Sheet extrusionThermoforming Injection moldingStretch blow molding (injection blowing)Extrusion blow moldingStretch blow molding Thick gauge thermoformingDry offset Tampon printingSerigraphyK3 technology Painting Sleeving LabelingIMLLaser markingHot-stampingPre-printed sheets

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K3 packaging is setting new benchmarks in the industry.The successful K3 cardboard-plas-tics packaging developed by Greiner Packaging, is opening up new possibilities for decoration and communication. The abi-lity to print on both the inside and outside of the cardboard wrap offers a variety of unpre-cedented marketing opportunities for custo-

mers, while high-quality printing methods allow for sophisticated decoration variants. Using offset printing, UV varnishing, embos-sing, and aluminum lamination along with gold and silver print, practically anything is possible. From concept to completed K3 packaging, Greiner Packaging provides its customers expertly crafted solutions.

Communicate More with K3

Enhanced communication through packaging has a name:

Stickers on the insideEngage young customers with stickers on the inside of the cardboard wrap.

Make the product funYogurt packaging that is also a toy is twice as interesting to children.

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K3K3 is the original. The combi nation of letters and figures stands for cardboard-plastics-packaging. Those who want to find out more about K3 will discover that its technologi-cal roots are in Switzerland, and specifically, in Diepoldsau, where it was invented and patented over two decades ago.

Creative headsPeter Akermann and Walter Schellenberg - the fathers of K3- have been the driving force behind the ongoing development of K3 at the Swiss location of Greiner Pa-ckaging. K3 containers and tubs have been tried-and-tested throughout Europe in the most commonly used diame-ters, shapes (round, not round), and multi-packs. Customers

The Swiss, of course more than 20 years ago!

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highly appreciate the ability to print on both sides of the wraps, which are frequently used for marketing promo-tions. We are continuously developing the K3 techno-logy with strong commitment and passion. Therefore, cur-rently we are capable of offering our customers an unpar-alleled diversity of applications, said Jens Krause, Product Group Director K3.

Versatile, sustainable, environmentally friendlyK3 packaging holds an impressive advantage due to its high-quality look, easy handling, and diversity. The techno-logy is suited for a wide assortment of products from con-venience to organic and premium. K3 packaging stands

out with an excellent CO2 balance and lowers recycling costs for manufacturers and fillers. Moreover, it has gained a distinctive advantage through the low overall proportion of plastics it uses in packaging. In terms of recycling, K3 technology is setting standards as well: the two compo-nents can be easily separated from each other with a handy tear-off strip. The benefits of sustainability offered by K3 are highlighted by a large number of companies to em-phasize their product messages. A prime example of this is Yeo Valley, Great Britains most successful producer of organic dairy products. For many years, this company has underscored its philosophy with the use of K3 packaging.

Packagingfacts

Contents: 8.5 ozMaterial Cup: PPDecoration: K3

Technology: Thermoforming

Cool-to-the-touch in K3 Technology

Convenient cups for hot instant beveragesHot drinks need well-insulated packaging solutions that provide protection from heat. This requirement becomes particularly important in instant products such as coffee, tea, or soups. The British vendor Drinkmaster previously used injection-molded cups in this sector. Greiner Packaging Switzerland worked closely with them to develop a K3 cup packaging solution with many additional advantages.

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K3 packaging solutions meet the highest demands in terms of convenience, communication and environmen-tal friendliness. Invented in Switzerland, the technology is continually being refined and is winning an increasing number of supporters. Greiner Packagings Northern-Ire-land UK location at Dungannon has implemented a large number of K3 packaging projects over the last few years. Two ongoing projects are currently demonstrating its tech-nological diversity.

K3 means convenienceThe perfect answer to the growing need for on-the-go food products, Special K Porridge by Kelloggs is prepared

Delights Great Britain

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Contents: 16.9 ozMaterial Cup: PP Lid: R-PETDecoration: K3

Technology: Cup: Thermoforming Lid: Thermoforming

Plant power sustainably packaged

Soy-based yogurt alternatives in K3 cupsGreiner Packaging and Alpro have been successfully collaborating since 2008. The roots of this collaboration lie in two core aspects of K3 packaging solutions: premium quality and sustainability. Both packaging characteristics are perfect for the product. Soy-based yogurt alternatives from Alpro are just the right response to current consumer needs, providing important choices for healthy eating, while promoting sustainable management of the environment.

in just three minutes, using hot water or hot milk. The packages cardboard wrap effectively insulates the contai-ner, while protecting the consumer from the hot contents. In addition, preparation is made easy by indicating the appropriate filling volume on the inside of the wrap. Apart from its convenience-related properties, K3 packaging al-so makes for an impressive visual appearance, with high-quality printing that results in excellent brand presentation at the point of sale. The wrap, which is entirely made of recycled cardboard, can be easily separated from the con-tainer, facilitating recycling. Kelloggs promotes the use of recycled cardboard in its other packaging and this feature optimally conforms to Kelloggs packaging intent.

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In 2006, the Dungannon location was integrated into the network of Greiner Packaging, and ever since it has been developing extraordinarily dynamic packaging solutions. It has established an excellent reputation due to its rapid, precise implementation of new packaging designs, short lead times, and use of modern technologies. In addition, Dungannon is regarded as the model facility of the division in terms of the environmentally-friendly use of resources (Zero Waste to Landfill standard, low CO2 emissions, sustainable energy concepts).

PackagingFacts

Contents: 8.8 ozMaterial: PPDecoration: Cup: K3 Lid: pre-printed sheetsTechnology: Thermoforming

Kerrygold in not-round K3 solution Greiner Packaging creates not-round packaging for the popular Irish butter brand.The new packaging for Kerrygold extra, a mixed spreadable fat made from Irish butter and nutritious rapeseed oil, reflects Greiner Packagings multifaceted tech-nological performance. It was designed within a very short time and needed just six months from concept to first supply. The core of the packaging is a thin, ther-moformed PP tub holding 8.8 ounces. It is wrapped with a cardboard segment which is made of recycled paper, rendering the tub stable and protecting it from the dam aging effects of light.

K3 supports the environmentAs with Kelloggs, environmental friendliness is also a ma-jor issue for Tesco the largest supermarket chain in Great Britain. The ecological benefits of K3 technology were the decisive criteria for changing the packaging of their internal yogurt product line. Now that K3 containers have repla-ced printed plastic containers, the CO2 footprint has been reduced by more than 50 per cent and the proportion of plastics in the packaging has been reduced by up to 40 per cent. Another positive side effect of the new packaging is a more eye-catching and brand-distinguishing appearance on the shelves.

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K3Fun and gamesDisplay printed childrens games on the inside of the cardboard wrap.

Organic throughout! Appeal to the senses with an organic look and organic feel.

Winning instantly on the inside!Trigger the purchase impulse with instant-win codes on the inside of the cardboard wrap.

Say moreThe inside of the cardboard wrap offers additional space for product information and messaging.

Impressive embossing and paintEnhance shelf impact with additional painting and/or embossing.

The look and feel of luxury!Elegant design and high quality printing speak upscale.

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Greiner Packaging, the company with the prominent red The Pack logo, is committed to Blue Packaging in its own manifesto of sustainability. In an environment of ever-dwindling resources, climatic and demographic changes, Greiner Packaging stands for sustainable management. The manifesto of sustainability covers three tiers: responsible handling of raw materials and resources, manufacturing of sustainable products, and sustainable infrastructure investments.

Responsible handling of raw materials and resources D-PET and R-PET are two prime examples of the responsible handling of raw materials and resources by Greiner Packaging. D-PET stands for Direct PET and is synonymous with the revolutionary production method. It requires around 67% less electric power than the traditional method for production and its CO2 footprint is about 25% less. R-PET stands for Recycled PET and is processed by Greiner Packaging in many existing facilities at many of its production facilities. While doing so, internal waste material is optimally utilized through in-house recycling.

Sustainable productsNow more than ever, the market requires sustainable packaging solutions that optimize recycling options while minimizing energy consumption and CO2 emissions. These sustainability goals are integrated in the K3 technology. Utilizing fiber-based

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raw material or recycled cardboard for the cardboard wrap, K3 packagings extremely low net weight increases energy efficiency. K3 cups can also be manufactured from PLA, a material based on renewable raw materials. This is an alternative with huge potential, primarily for products with a short lifespan.

Sustainable infrastructure investments Greiner Packaging pays particular attention to key investments in the areas of waste heat utilization, photovoltaics, and the optimization of cooling systems. Waste heat from production is re-used to heat buildings, saving energy while significantly reducing CO2 emissions. At Greiner Packaging in Switzerland, a 21,528 square-foot photovoltaic facility produces approximately 200,000 kWh of electric power in a year, with half being fed to the public grid. At the Northern Ireland site in Dungannon, Greiner Packaging goes even one step further by completely heating a neighboring school with its excess heat. This energy-saving project earned the enterprise a prize from the Ministry of Economic Affairs. The reuse of waste heat saves energy while significantly reducing CO2 emissions.

In Austria, Greiner Packaging is a partner in klimaaktiv pakt2020. Through this initiative, the company voluntarily makes a binding commitment to achieve the Austrian climate objectives by the year 2020.

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Packaging facts

Contents: 3.4 oz Material: PPDecoration: IMLTechnology: Cup: Injection molding Lid: Injection molding with filter function

In Hungary, Greiner Packaging brought to life the world premier of IML pa-ckaging for the Nissin Group. It inclu-des all of the classical features of Nis-sin noodle containers, while uniting functionality with form. As a result of its uniqueness, it received the HUN-GAROPACK Hungarian Packaging Com-petition Award 2012.

Functional, aesthetic, and award-winningAward for Nissin noodle cup

The German milk processor Ehrmann shares two essential criteria of success in common with Greiner Packaging: the established structure of a family enterprise and years of constructive collaboration. This proven partnership will now make its way to the American continent. The first joint project for the US market is a 4-pack cream yogurt carried by Target, the U.S. retailer. Ideal partner for small to medium-sized quantitiesFamilies whose members have different taste preferences are the first target group for the cream yogurts. These families will be targeted through 4-packs, each containing two flavors - an arrangement that requires flexibility in packaging decoration. Greiner Packaging has solved the challenge by using wraps and is the ideal partner in this sector

Ehrmann USA banks on 4-packsFour cups of yogurts + two flavors = a huge advantage: Low risk for a startup!

for small-to-medium-sized quantities in the prepackaged 4-pack format. This solution benefits the filler in two important ways: filling can be done at existing production facilities, and there is no need for a large investment in separate form-fill and sealing equipment during the startup phase.

Packaging-Facts

Contents: 3.5 ozMaterial: PSDecoration: SleeveTechnology: Thermoforming

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A Value-Added Partnership

Greiner Packaging is the inventor of K3, an internationally proven and time-tested technology. Cardboard plays an important role in this technology. To ensure the continuity of further development, Greiner Packaging is working in close cooperation with Cardbox Packaging, a company that specializes in cardboard and collapsible boxes. A Joint Venture with the future in mindA joint venture has been established in Zadverice, Czech Republic, with a focus on the flexible, creative, and fast development of innovative and high-quality packaging. Aside from K3 technology segments, 45 employees manufacture a wide variety of sophisticated products. They work using ultra-modern machines, including printing and punching machines that are setting new benchmarks. Substantial investments have also been made in finishing equipment, facilitating the production of leaflets,

About Cardbox Packaging

Cardbox Packaging produces high-quality collapsible boxes to exacting standards in the high-end and brand name sector. Slim looks, specialization, the most stringent quality requirements, and customer satisfaction are of paramount importance. Cardbox Packaging is entering the European Market as an attractive, efficient partner, particularly in the confectionery, food, and cosmetics industries. A strong market focus and flexible and innovative services are among Cardbox Packagings strengths, and all but guarantee future sustainable growth.

Examples of innovative Cardbox solutions

Cardbox Packaging offers combination collapsible boxes and package inserts for the cosmetics industry. The company headquarters meets international hygiene guidelines and is FSC-, BRC-, and FDA-certified.Cardbox Packaging provides solutions for the dairy industry such as affixing labels and stickers and applying winning codes. Its 100% monitoring and process documentation guarantees critical items, such as ensuring that no duplicate winning tickets are printed.Cardbox Packaging set up a co-packing service to meet the demanding requirements of the confectionery industry. Customers such as Lindt or Manner receive packaging solutions arranged and assembled by hand.

Cardbox Packaging and Greiner Packaging:creating attractive cardboard and plastic packaging solutions together

Tech facts

Materials: all plastics, cardboardSurface treatment: cardboard stamp and print finishing Technologies: Thermoforming, injection molding

among others. And by the way: this unique packpaper item youre reading right now was produced in Zadverice.

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Avenida Huinal km 2.8 #400Parque Industrial las AmricasCP 66640 Apodaca, Nuevo LenMonterrey, MXICO Tel: +52 (81) 8156 8900E-Mail: office.mx@greiner-assistec.comwww.greiner-assistec.com

binding through adhesives and welding. Competent project management ensures efficient product creation and production in all phases.

Successful in Mexico: Greiner AssistecThe Monterrey site has served customers in North and Latin America for the past four years

A European management and highly motivated, qualified employees from our management pool ensure that we can also apply our recipe for success to the North and Latin American market, Willi Eibner, CEO of Greiner Packaging, announced on December 1, 2010, on the occasion of the opening of the first company site outside Europe in Apodaca, a district of Monterrey (Federal State of Nuevo Len, Northeast Mexico). Eibners announcement has become reality. Providing modern production technologies, Greiner Assistec S.A. de C.V. has established itself as a reliable partner of customers in the toy, automobile, and home appliance industries.

Site equipped with state-of-the-art equipmentThe Greiner Assistec site in Monterrey is equipped with a state-of-the-art European injection molding machinery as well as with facilities for printing, hot stamping and ultrasound welding. It produces, among other things, packaging and parts for toys, logistics containers, as well as printed and ultrasound-welded parts for an air-conditioning manufacturer. A 21,528-square-foot hall is available for production, and is rented long-term, with the option of further extending the rental agreement.

The strengths of Greiner AssistecThe core competencies of the Assistec Division lie in development, production, and logistics, and in the assembly of plastic parts as well as in the area of customized sourcing solutions. The customer benefits from the use of the most varied technologies and processes. The range covers injection molding, blow molding, and thermoforming of thermoplastics, decoration options, as well as printing and lacquering and

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