Promateris has become the first company in Romania with local ownership to obtain the prestigious B Corp certification. This international recognition validates Promateris’ commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and strong governance practices.
Promateris has become the first company in Romania with local ownership to obtain the prestigious B Corp certification. This international recognition validates Promateris’ commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and strong governance practices.
The B Corp certification is awarded by the American nonprofit organization B Lab to companies that meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, public transparency, and accountability. Being a B Corp reflects a company’s commitment to integrating a positive impact on the environment and society into its business model, pursuing economic performance while also being responsible toward sustainability and the community.
This recognition follows a rigorous audit process that assessed Promateris’ impact on the environment, its team, customers, and the local community. It stands as concrete proof that sustainability is not just a secondary element of Promateris' operations but the very foundation of its business model.
“Promateris embarked on its sustainability journey in 2018, when we made the decisive choice to permanently phase out the production of conventional plastic packaging — an industry we saw no future in. It was a bold decision that marked a profound transformation in the company’s DNA. We went through years of intense change, with major investments in technology, research and development, and in ‘greening’ our operations. Today, sustainability is not only part of our strategy — it is the very engine of our business: through the products we create and the way we choose to manufacture them. The B Corp certification validates our journey and stands as a firm commitment for the future,” said Tudor Georgescu, CEO of Promateris.
Promateris manufactures bio-based and compostable packaging aligned with European directives on reducing the environmental impact of plastic products (Directive (EU) 2019/904 – the SUP Directive). This directive supports the transition to alternative materials and encourages the use of compostable solutions to mitigate the impact of single-use plastic. Promateris is a leading European player, serving multiple markets across Europe and strengthening its position through advanced production capabilities and strategic partnerships with major retailers and international networks.
This certification places Promateris within a global network of companies that are redefining business success through the lens of positive and responsible impact on the world. It also reaffirms Promateris’ commitment to its local community, clients, partners, and future generations.