Amcor Delivers Major Sustainable Packaging Milestones and Circular Economy Breakthroughs for FY25 in Global Materials Innovation Drive 29-10-2025
Sustainable packaging – The global packaging company Amcor has published its FY25 Sustainability Report, marking significant progress across its sustainability agenda, especially in advancing circular economy-driven packaging solutions.
Circular economy-driven packaging innovation
During FY25, Amcor expanded its focus on “all packaging can be circular,” moving from ambition to action. The firm launched new formats across several solution platforms: its AmFiber™ paper-based range for applications like instant coffee pouches and trail mix bars; new formats under AmPrima®, AmLite™ and HeatFlex™ for flexible packaging; and an AmSky™ recycle-ready blister pack for pharmaceuticals. foodprocessing.com.au
Recyclability and recycled-material targets reached
Amcor set a global target of using 10 % post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic by 2025—and achieved it, amounting to roughly 218,000 metric tons of recycled plastic. By the end of FY25, 72 % of its packaging production by weight was designed for recyclability: 96 % of rigid packaging, 49 % of flexible packaging and 100 % of specialty cartons. In addition, Amcor’s R&D achieved recycle-ready options for 96 % of its flexible packaging portfolio. amcor.com+1
Efficiency, emissions and renewable energy progress
Over the past four years, Amcor has reduced greenhouse-gas emissions from its own operations by 20 %. In FY25 it doubled its use of renewable electricity, with renewables now accounting for 30 % of its total energy consumption. Furthermore, 75 % of the company’s operational waste was recycled and multiple site-level projects reduced water use across its global footprint. foodprocessing.com.au+1
Strategic context and industry leadership
The sustainability milestones come shortly after Amcor’s completion of its transaction with Berry Global in April 2025, a move that unlocked additional scale and innovation capacity in packaging solutions. Sustainable packaging
Amcor emphasises its role not just as a packaging manufacturer, but as a systems-player driving circularity across the value chain—from raw material sourcing through to post-consumer recycling.
Why this matters for brands, consumers and the environment
For brands and retailers, Amcor’s progress signals strong alignment with regulatory and consumer expectations for circular, recyclable and resource-efficient packaging. For the environment, achieving high-recyclability design targets and increasing renewable energy usage helps reduce waste, emissions and dependency on virgin materials. Sustainable packaging
As the packaging industry faces pressure from regulation (e.g., the European Union Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) and consumer demand for sustainability, Amcor is positioning itself as a strategic partner in that transition.
Looking ahead
While Amcor has reached major milestones, gaps remain—such as the fact that only 49 % of flexible packaging by weight is designed for recyclability. Continued innovation in flexible formats, infrastructure for recycling and industry collaboration will be essential. Amcor’s roadmap suggests further ambition toward net-zero operations and fully circular packaging systems. MarketScreener+1
In summary, Amcor’s FY25 sustainability performance stands out for its real-world achievements in recyclable-design, recycled content and energy transition. For companies looking to align with circular economy goals, Amcor’s solutions and progress form a compelling reference point. Sustainable packaging
