{"id":3837,"date":"2026-03-12T10:25:09","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T09:25:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/?p=3837"},"modified":"2026-03-12T11:43:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T10:43:08","slug":"circular-economy-packaging-logistics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/en\/circular-economy-packaging-logistics\/","title":{"rendered":"CIRCULAR ECONOMY"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-8a43a38f\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong><strong>Circular economy in practice: Responsible packaging management at Slobrides d.o.o.<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Circular economy is often associated with the production and recycling of products,<a href=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/strategy\/circular-economy-action-plan_sl\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/strategy\/circular-economy-action-plan_sl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> in line with the guidelines of the European Circular Economy Action Plan<\/a>, but it also plays an important role in the field of <strong>packaging and logistics<\/strong>. Right there, responsible decisions can significantly reduce the amount of waste while maintaining a high level of safety and quality in deliveries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-124aa2e0 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0010-1.jpg ,https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0010-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0010-1.jpg 360w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0010-1.jpg\" alt=\"Industrial warehouse with organized shelving and reusable packaging materials supporting circular economy practices at Slobrides d.o.o.\" class=\"uag-image-3841 lazyload\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" title=\"Warehouse Storage \u2013 Circular Packaging Practices\" role=\"img\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/750;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">In the company <strong>Slobrides<\/strong> we understand circular economy as a thoughtful and responsible approach to handling the packaging we use when receiving, storing and shipping goods to our customers. For us, packaging is not a single\u2011use consumable, but a part of the supply chain that should be managed sustainably and rationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-bcc818fe\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>Packaging as an important part of the supply chain<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Packaging plays a key role in protecting goods during transport and storage. At the same time, it is also an area where responsible handling can reduce the consumption of new materials and the amount of waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Our goal is to treat packaging as <strong>a resource<\/strong>, which should be reused wherever possible, safe and compliant with legislation, <a href=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/topics\/waste-and-recycling\/packaging-waste_en\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/topics\/waste-and-recycling\/packaging-waste_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">as defined by the European Packaging Regulation (PPWR)<\/a> \u2013 without any compromises regarding the protection of goods or the quality of services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-dc5383a7\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>Inspection and reuse of packaging<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>All packaging that comes to us and <strong>is not damaged<\/strong>, is always <strong>inspected again before being reused<\/strong>. This ensures that it meets all requirements regarding<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>safety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>stability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and suitability for further use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-c6817815 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0022.jpg ,https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0022.jpg 780w, https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0022.jpg 360w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0022.jpg\" alt=\"Industrial warehouse with forklifts, pallets, shelving, and packaging materials demonstrating responsible reuse and inspection of transport packaging at Slobrides d.o.o.\" class=\"uag-image-3839 lazyload\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" title=\"Sustainable Packaging Management and Circular Logistics at Slobrides d.o.o.\" role=\"img\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/750;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If the packaging meets our criteria after inspection, we reuse it for packing and shipping goods to our customers. This approach reduces unnecessary consumption of new packaging and contributes to more efficient use of resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-193b23ae\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>Pallets and transport packaging<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We also pay special attention to <strong>pallets and other transport packaging<\/strong>. Every pallet and every piece of packaging is carefully inspected before reuse. Only packaging that is in <strong>excellent condition<\/strong>, is reused again in the packing and dispatch process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the company Slobrides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>we primarily use refurbished and repaired pallets<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>we purchase pallets from specialized suppliers who ensure <strong>legal refurbishment and appropriate quality<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>we do not purchase new pallets<\/strong>, when refurbishment or repair of existing pallets is technically, safely, and legally feasible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Every pallet and every piece of packaging is carefully inspected before reuse. Only packaging that is in <strong>proper technical condition<\/strong>, is reused again in the packing and dispatch process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-aaaed705 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0027.jpg ,https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0027.jpg 780w, https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0027.jpg 360w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20251126-WA0027.jpg\" alt=\"Organized industrial warehouse with machinery, metal components, and storage zones illustrating reusable packaging and circular economy practices at Slobrides d.o.o.\" class=\"uag-image-3838 lazyload\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" title=\"Circular Economy in Practice \u2013 Reusable Packaging and Warehouse Operations at Slobrides d.o.o.\" role=\"img\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/750;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With this we ensure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the safety of goods during transport,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the stability of shipments,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>while significantly reducing the environmental impact associated with the production of new packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-5fe27284\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>Safety and quality first<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The reuse of packaging in the company Slobrides never means a compromise on safety.<\/strong> Inspection of packaging is a key part of the process, as we want to ensure that every shipment is properly protected and prepared for safe transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this way we combine <strong>environmental responsibility<\/strong> with <strong>high quality standards<\/strong>, as expected by our customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-3914dc39\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>Less waste, more responsibility<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With responsible handling of packaging we contribute to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>reducing the amount of waste,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>more efficient use of resources,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>more organised and transparent logistics processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This approach is aligned with the broader goals <a href=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/topics\/circular-economy_en\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/topics\/circular-economy_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EU circular economy policy<\/a><\/strong>, responsible and long\u2011term oriented business operations<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-9f50820a\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The circular economy in practice often begins with small but consistent steps. At Slobrides, we believe that responsible handling of packaging is an important part of this path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With careful inspection and reuse of packaging, whenever possible, we contribute to reducing environmental impact while maintaining a high level of safety and quality in deliveries to our customers. This approach is in line with the principles set out in <a href=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/topics\/waste-and-recycling\/waste-framework-directive_en\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/topics\/waste-and-recycling\/waste-framework-directive_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EU Waste Framework Directive<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kro\u017eno gospodarstvo v praksi: Odgovorno ravnanje z embala\u017eo v podjetju Slobrides d.o.o. Kro\u017eno gospodarstvo pogosto povezujemo s proizvodnjo in recikliranjem izdelkov, skladno z usmeritvami Evropskega akcijskega na\u010drta za kro\u017eno gospodarstvo, vendar ima pomembno vlogo tudi na podro\u010dju embala\u017ee in logistike. Prav tam se lahko z odgovornimi odlo\u010ditvami bistveno zmanj\u0161a koli\u010dina odpadkov, hkrati pa se ohrani [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[116,130,87,128,121,120,131,124,127,123,117,125,132,118,126,122,119,129],"class_list":["post-3837","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-circular-economy","tag-circular-logistics","tag-industrial-storage","tag-industrial-warehouse","tag-logistics-sustainability","tag-packaging-inspection","tag-packaging-reuse","tag-pallet-reuse","tag-resource-efficiency","tag-responsible-packaging-management","tag-reusable-packaging","tag-slobrides-d-o-o","tag-sustainable-materials-handling","tag-sustainable-packaging","tag-sustainable-supply-chain","tag-transport-packaging-reuse","tag-warehouse-operations","tag-waste-reduction"],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":false,"thumbnail":false,"medium":false,"medium_large":false,"large":false,"1536x1536":false,"2048x2048":false,"trp-custom-language-flag":false},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Slobrides","author_link":"https:\/\/slobrides.si\/en\/author\/slobrides\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Kro\u017eno gospodarstvo v praksi: Odgovorno ravnanje z embala\u017eo v podjetju Slobrides d.o.o. 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