Shongai Packaging Industries Limited, a member of Sona Group of Companies, says its range of plastic pallets being exported to neighbouring West African countries is environmentally friendly.

“We are leveraging on our expertise to support the global effort to protect the environment. Plastic wastes utilize a very high percentage of both domestic and industrial wastes in Nigeria. We believe that these waste products can be converted to re-usable material which would help in reducing the quantity that is dumped at various landfills and ultimately ensuring a better environment,” said Executive Director of the company, Mr. Geoffrey Anyaso.

He disclosed that the plastic pallets are a suitable replacement for wooden pallets that is still very commonly used in Nigeria and that its advantages include preservation of forests, reduction of manufacturers’ long term cost while also improving hygienic conditions within breweries and food industries since it is insect-free, washable and recyclable.

He said that with the export, the company has taken a giant step towards achieving one of their corporate goals which is to be an international manufacturer of plastic products.

According to him, the company was recently restructured and expanded to facilitate market growth, and they are excited at the effect of the restructuring on their sales and the fact that West Africa countries will start experiencing the unique quality of our products.