Smurfit Kappa

Overview

Formed in July 2024 from the merger of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, this organization stands as a global leader in sustainable paper-based packaging solutions. With operations spanning over 30 countries, it is one of the largest producers of containerboard and corrugated packaging worldwide, maintaining a strong market presence across Europe, Latin America, and the United States while emphasizing sustainability across its business operations.

The company specializes in diverse packaging offerings, including corrugated and solid board packaging as well as automated packing systems. It delivers end-to-end packaging solutions that integrate design, production, automation, and security printing through its subsidiaries—serving sectors with high requirements for secure document solutions and focusing on innovation and environmental responsibility.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +353 1 202 7000
• Website: smurfitkappa.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/smurfit-kappa-group

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Sustainable paper-based packaging
• Circular economy and recycling initiatives
• Security printing and biometric solutions
• Packaging design innovation
• Supply chain efficiency and logistics support
• Biodegradable and recyclable materials
• Environmental impact reduction
• Automated packing systems
• Retail and food & beverage packaging solutions
• Global footprint and market diversification

Technologies Used

• Adobe Media Optimizer
• AppNexus
• Basis
• Cedexis Radar
• Concur
• DoubleClick
• Facebook Custom Audiences
• Facebook Login (Connect)
• Facebook Widget
• Google AdWords Conversion
• Google Analytics
• Google Font API
• Google Maps
• Google Tag Manager
• Linkedin Marketing Solutions
• Microsoft Application Insights
• Microsoft Azure Hosting
• Microsoft Office 365
• Mobile Friendly
• New Relic
• Outlook
• RTB House
• Rubicon Project
• SAP
• SAP Ariba Platform
• SAP BTP for Spend Management
• SAP Cloud for Customer (C4C)
• SAP GRC Access Control (GRC-SAC)
• SAP SD
• Salesforce
• Shutterstock
• SiteCore
• Slack
• Taboola
• Vimeo
• VueJS
• Zemanta
• reCAPTCHA

Buyer Teams to Target

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Global Procurement Director
• Supply Chain Manager
• Logistics Lead
• Materials Sourcing Specialist
• Category Buyer
• Head of Supplier Management

Engineering & Production

• Head of Manufacturing
• Production Engineering Manager
• Automation Specialist
• Plant Operations Director
• Continuous Improvement Lead
• Maintenance Supervisor

Sustainability & Innovation

• Sustainability Director
• Packaging R&D Manager
• Environmental Compliance Officer
• Head of Circular Economy Projects
• Innovation Lead
• Eco-Design Specialist

Security & Risk Management

• Director of Security Printing
• Risk & Compliance Manager
• Information Security Lead
• Product Authentication Manager
• Document Security Specialist
• Quality Assurance Lead

What They Buy

• Packaging machinery and automation systems
• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions
• Industrial printing and security printing technology
• Supply chain management platforms
• Biodegradable and recyclable raw materials
• Transport and logistics services
• Customer relationship management (CRM) tools

Signals to Watch

• 💼 Launch of new sustainability initiatives or public ESG commitments
• 📆 New job postings for supply chain, production, or sustainability roles
• 🤝 Strategic mergers, acquisitions, or new subsidiary announcements
• 🧑‍💻 Adoption of advanced manufacturing or digital technologies
• 🗺️ Expansion into new regions or major facility openings
• 🔐 New tenders or projects involving security printing or authentication