GEF Profile
Greif, Inc. is a global leader in the production and distribution of industrial packaging products and related services, operating across three distinct segments: Global Industrial Packaging, Paper Packaging & Services, and Land Management. The company's Global Industrial Packaging segment manufactures and markets a comprehensive range of products, including steel, fiber, and plastic drums, rigid and flexible intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), closure systems, transit protection solutions, and remanufactured industrial containers. These products cater to diverse industries such as chemicals, paints, food and beverage, petroleum, and pharmaceuticals, supported by ancillary services like container life cycle management, filling, logistics, and warehousing.
Within its Paper Packaging & Services segment, Greif produces and sells containerboards, corrugated sheets and containers, and other specialized packaging solutions. These products serve clients in sectors including packaging, automotive, food, and building products. Additionally, the segment manufactures coated and uncoated recycled paperboard and recycled fiber, crucial for sustainable packaging solutions. Greif's corrugated containers are utilized extensively for shipping a wide array of goods, ranging from home appliances and automotive components to groceries and furniture.
The company's Land Management segment is involved in the sustainable management of timber properties, focusing on harvesting, regeneration, and the sale of timberland and special use properties. As of October 31, 2022, Greif owned approximately 175,000 acres of timber properties located in the southeastern United States, underscoring its commitment to responsible land stewardship and environmental sustainability.
Established in 1877 and headquartered in Delaware, Ohio, Greif, Inc. initially operated as Greif Bros. Corporation before rebranding in 2001. With a rich history spanning over a century, the company continues to innovate and expand its product offerings while maintaining a strong emphasis on sustainability practices and customer-centric solutions in the global industrial packaging sector.
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