After 14 years of PEFC certification, print and packaging specialist Phase Print has long seen responsible sourcing play a vital part in what they provide, and after taking this ‘natural step’ to certification, its customers can rely on them to source responsibly and trust them to deliver quality print ‘day in, day out’.
“We’ve always believed in doing things properly,” says Dave Corthorn, Account Manager at Phase Print. “Choosing materials responsibly, reducing hassle for our customers, and delivering work we are proud of. PEFC gives us a trusted and recognised way of proving that commitment.”
Moving Away from Plastic Use
That long-standing commitment now underpins a broad portfolio of certified solutions with Phase Print offering a wide range of PEFC-certified paper-based packaging, print, and mailing products, ranging from brochures and booklets to cartons, stationery, and fulfilment items, with “the strongest demand from brands wanting to cut down on plastics and shift to more sustainable products.”
The on-going shift away from plastic packaging towards renewable, fibre-based materials is accelerating, particularly among brands under pressure to meet environmental targets and consumer expectations. For Phase Print, PEFC-certification is integrated into its day-to-day operations.
“We build PEFC-certified materials into our workflow from the moment a job begins,” adds Dave. “Our procurement process, documentation, and in house teams are all aligned to maintain full traceability – the same way we manage any print job from concept to delivery. It supports our sustainability commitments by keeping renewable materials at the heart of what we produce and helping us reduce environmental impact while still delivering the quality our customers expect.”
Sourcing Responsibly is Critical
The focus on responsibly sourced material plays directly into circular design principles, including recyclability, and renewable material reuse. “Using PEFC certified materials means we are choosing responsibly sourced paper stocks that fits naturally into existing recycling streams,” adds Dave. “It helps us design print and packaging that not only looks great but performs well environmentally too.”
With recyclability and sustainability claims increasingly scrutinised, choosing PEFC-certified material gives customers a clear, trusted proof of responsible sourcing and helps customers meet their own business ESG reporting requirements. The PEFC ‘two trees’ logo provides this visible proof and commitment of responsible sourcing.“We provide all the Chain of Custody documentation they need,” says Dave. “Making the audit process smoother and helping them demonstrate that their printed materials or packaging are produced with sustainability in mind. It is all part of taking the hassle out of the process for them.”
“We highlight our certification through on-product labelling, website content, proposals, and conversations with customers. Our team are great at explaining the benefits. We maintain transparency the same way we run any project – with tight processes, accurate documentation, and a team that take real ownership of what they do.”
Everyday Sustainability
“PEFC Chain of Custody is built into our everyday workflow. Traceability matters, because customers want to know their materials are genuinely sustainable, not just labelled that way. Being able to show exactly where materials come from builds trust and reinforces the high standard of service we stand for. PEFC has helped us keep renewable materials at the core of our offering and it’s opened doors with brands who won’t compromise on sustainability. It also helps differentiate us, it’s another reason customers keep coming back.”
Phase Print continues to place responsible sourcing at the heart of its operations and as sustainability expectations evolve, PEFC is a key partner providing both assurance and accountability in a market where responsible sourcing is vitally important.
