Tosca said its reusable crates have cut the retailer’s handling and storage costs and optimise its logistics
Tosca has announced that Megamark, a leading retailer in southern Italy, is now using its reusable crates for the transportation, distribution and display of fresh products at the point of sale.
With over 600 points of sale across Puglia, Campania, Molise, Basilicata, and Calabria, Megamark ranks as the eighth-largest retailer in Italy, with a turnover of more than €3bn.
Tosca said the partnership will enable the retailer to “achieve more ambitious goals than ever before, focusing on consistent quality, durability, and optimised logistics”.
The partnership includes Tosca’s wood-look crates for fresh fruit, and red meat, which will be used to handle of 9.6mn crates of fruit and vegetables and 1mn crates of red meat per year.
“By integrating Tosca’s reusable packaging into its supply chain, Megamark has achieved a significant reduction in costs for handling, storage, and reverse logistics of packaging,” Tosca said.
“The adoption of these durable and high-quality solutions has also led to improved logistics and storage processes, ensuring smooth operations throughout the supply chain. The long-term benefits of reusable goods that offer durability and longevity translate into continuous savings over time.”
Thanks to Tosca’s reusable solutions, Megamark said it has minimised its dependence on one-way packaging, helping to reduce its environmental impact and achieve specific sustainability goals.
As Megamark looks ahead, sustainability, cost efficiency, and logistics remain key challenges for the retail industry. It said the partnership with Tosca will play a crucial role in facing these challenges, with innovative and reusable packaging solutions continuing to support Megamark’s evolving needs.
