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Circularity Made Simple
Real Impact, Right Now

At Viscount, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a joint venture between Pact Group and Morrison, we’re driven by a clear vision: a world without single use. Our circular packaging solutions go beyond waste reduction; they safeguard products, conserve resources, and streamline operations across the supply chain.

With more than 30 years of experience leading the shift to a circular economy, our reuse model empowers customers to significantly cut CO₂ emissions and reduce product damage – delivering environmental and operational benefits in one smart move. We don’t just talk about impact; we engineer it.

Join us in making circularity simple. Because building a sustainable future isn’t someone else’s responsibility; it’s all of ours.

Reuse vs Recycling

Reuse and recycling are not the same

Recycling is a positive step; but reuse goes further, delivering greater savings in both carbon emissions and costs.

Recycling requires energy-intensive processes like shredding, granulating, and remanufacturing. Reuse, on the other hand, keeps supply chain solutions, such as produce crates, in circulation longer, helping to reduce both waste and emissions.

Waste Hierarchy

Most and Least Favourable Processes

  • Reduce

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  • Reuse

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  • Recycle

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  • Recover

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  • Dispose

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Recycling Process versus Reuse System

  • Collect 1 Collect
  • Sort 2 Sort
  • Shred 3 Wash/ Quality Inspect
  • Pulp, Filter & Screen 4 Redistribute
  • De-ink & Bleach 5
  • Dry 6
  • Remanufacture 7
  • Redistribute 8

Our Annual Sustainability Numbers

Based on the number of single-use corrugate cardboard we replace with RPCs per annum.

41987

tonnes of
CO2 pa

406.3

million litres of
water saved p/a

50000

tonnes of single-use
cardboard eliminated p/a

Our Carbon Calculator

Real Data, Real Impact

The calculator’s results are derived from a model that relies on a range of assumptions and data sources, and are illustrative only. Actual environmental impact will depend on specific factors and conditions, such as production methods and locations, raw materials, transport, product lifespan, crate wash processes and recycling rates. See below for further details.

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  • Colour: Black
  • Exterior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 385 × 289 × 129.5
  • Interior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 360 × 261 × 122
  • Folded (mm): 385 × 289 × 34
  • Cubic Capacity (litres): 12
  • Weight (kg): 0.81 ± 3%
  • Gross Unit Loads (kg inclusive of crate): 6
  • Incremental Folded Height (mm): 34
  • Material: Food grade polypropylene
  • Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to +40°C
  • Colour: Black
  • Exterior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 578 × 385 × 94.5
  • Interior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 553 × 357 × 87
  • Folded (mm): 578 × 385 × 34
  • Cubic Capacity (litres): 17
  • Weight (kg): 1.16 ± 3%
  • Gross Unit Loads (kg inclusive of crate): 9
  • Incremental Folded Height (mm): 34
  • Material: Food grade polypropylene
  • Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to +40°C
  • Colour: Black
  • Exterior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 578 × 385 × 142.5
  • Interior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 553 × 357 × 135
  • Folded (mm): 578 × 385 × 34
  • Cubic Capacity (litres): 27
  • Weight (kg): 1.39 ± 6%
  • Gross Unit Loads (kg inclusive of crate): 13
  • Incremental Folded Height (mm): 34
  • Material: Food grade polypropylene
  • Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to +40°C
  • Colour: Black
  • Exterior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 578 × 385 × 172.5
  • Interior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 553 × 357 × 165
  • Folded (mm): 578 × 385 × 34
  • Cubic Capacity (litres): 33
  • Weight (kg): 1.53 ± 6%
  • Gross Unit Loads (kg inclusive of crate): 16
  • Incremental Folded Height (mm): 34
  • Material: Food grade polypropylene
  • Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to +40°C
  • Colour: Black
  • Exterior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 578 × 385 × 210.5
  • Interior dimensions (mm) (L × W × H): 553 × 357 × 203
  • Folded (mm): 578 × 385 × 34
  • Cubic Capacity (litres): 41
  • Weight (kg): 1.75 ± 6%
  • Gross Unit Loads (kg inclusive of crate): 16
  • Incremental Folded Height (mm): 34
  • Material: Food grade polypropylene
  • Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to +40°C

Monthly boxes used

500,000

1

1,000,000

Carbon Emissions
Carbon Emissions

Reduced by

482,620,000g CO2 eq

70%

Tree

338

New trees
planted

Air Pollution
Air
Pollution

Reduced by

482,620,000mg PM2.5 eq​

67%

Fuel Vehicle

338

Fossil fuel cars removed from roads

Water Used
Water
Used

Reduced by

482,620,000 L
water eq

84%

Bathtub

338

Bathtubs full of
water saved

Lifecycles

The calculator is based on a report prepared for Viscount Reuse in 2023 by independent consultant Lifecycle Strategies Pty Ltd. The report compares the environmental impact of Viscount's reusable polypropylene crates with single use corrugated fibreboard boxes of a comparable size. The report considers a range of factors including raw materials, manufacturing process, transport, distribution and end-of-life of the products assessed. Key assumptions made in preparation of the report include:

  • Each polypropylene (PP) crate has a 10-year life, which equates to 120 uses
  • At end of life (EOL), PP crates are recycled (97.5%) or directed to landfill (2.5%)
  • 100% of corrugated boxes are recycled at EOL
  • PP crates are manufactured using 20% recycled resin
  • Fibreboard is manufactured using 20% - 80% recycled material. Sourced from both Domestic and International locations.

Fight
Food Waste

 

Unlike single-use cardboard, our RPCs won’t crush or collapse when wet. And unlike timber, our Nally MegaBins® won’t split or pierce produce. This helps to preserve freshness and fight food waste.

The Local Circular
Economy in Action

Every day, we’re innovating to deliver more sustainable solutions. By using locally sourced recycled content, we help divert waste from landfills and transform it into new, high-performance products. Our facilities can manufacture items with up to 100% recycled content; tailored to your design needs.

RPCs sorted, washed
and inspected

Collapsed crates are collected directly from produce growers, streamlining returns and keeping reusable assets in circulation. This efficient system helps reduce waste and supports a cleaner, more sustainable supply chain.

Collapsed crates collected
by produce growers

RPCs are sorted, washed, and thoroughly inspected to meet strict hygiene and quality standards. This process ensures every crate is safe, clean, and ready for reuse in the supply chain..

RPCs filled
at farm

RPCs are filled with fresh produce right at the farm, locking in quality from the start.
This ensures every crate delivers clean, safe, and ready-to-sell goods all the way to retailers.

Full crates delivered
to retailer’s DC

Full crates are delivered straight to the retailer’s distribution center, ensuring fresh produce arrives safely and efficiently. This seamless transfer keeps supply chains moving and shelves stocked with quality goods.

Crates delivered to retail store

Crates arrive at the retailer as point-of-sale solutions, ready to showcase fresh produce straight from the farm.

Empty crates delivered
to retailer’s DC

Empty crates are delivered to the retailer’s distribution center, ready for efficient collection and reuse.

RPCs sorted, washed
and inspected
Collapsed crates collected
by produce growers
RPCs filled
at farm
Full crates delivered
to retailer’s DC
Crates delivered to retail store
Empty crates delivered
to retailer’s DC

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Whether you’re starting your circular journey or scaling it, Viscount is your partner in building a smarter, cleaner, and more efficient supply chain.

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