Manufacturing Today Issue - 225 June 2024 | Page 60

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Unboxing the wonders of artificial intelligence

Schumacher Packaging elevates sustainable innovation to new heights in the digital era

From its headquarters in Ebersdorf bei Coburg , Upper Franconia , Schumacher Packaging Ltd ( Schumacher ) is a German company standing as one of Europe ’ s largest familyrun organizations in the packaging sector . The third generation of the Schumacher family , Björn and Hendrik Schumacher , are leading the business into the future by focusing on innovation , responsibility , and sustainability . Having enjoyed dynamic international growth over the years , Schumacher currently boasts 29 sites across Germany , Poland , the Czech Republic , the

Netherlands , and the UK . Today , we have the pleasure of hearing from Michael Owens , Managing Director , who provides insights into Schumacher ’ s operations in the UK .
Beginning with Schumacher ’ s foundation , Michael shares : “ Our parent company was originally established in Germany in 1946 . Operating independently with all family members on the board , Schumacher has a turnover of approximately £ 1 billion . Most of our sites are based in Europe , predominantly in Germany and Poland , with our site in Birmingham being our sole location in the UK . This facility was acquired in November 2019
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