PPG announced a nationwide rollout of its Sigma EcoCollect program in the Netherlands, partnering with waste‑logistics provider FIRE‑OFF and packaging manufacturer Dijkstra Plastics to create a closed‑loop system for paint‑coating packaging. The initiative allows professional painters to return plastic and metal containers from both Sigma Coatings and competitor products for recycling, turning end‑of‑life packaging into a resource rather than waste.
The program builds on a September 2024 pilot that saw more than 90 Sigma Coatings points of sale accept returned packaging. Based on the pilot’s success, PPG will expand the program to 32 PPG Sigma Service Center stores and 61 Sigma Coatings wholesalers nationwide, with FIRE‑OFF handling logistics and Dijkstra Plastics managing material processing. The expansion is expected to increase the volume of recycled packaging and reduce the company’s scope‑3 emissions by capturing a larger share of the paint‑coating supply chain’s end‑of‑life waste.
By enabling the return and repurposing of packaging, Sigma EcoCollect supports PPG’s broader sustainability goals, including a Science‑Based Targets‑validated commitment to cut scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse‑gas emissions by 2030. The program also advances the company’s TOMORROW INCLUDED® concept, which highlights the environmental advantages of its architectural products and helps customers meet their own sustainability commitments. Early estimates suggest that the pilot recovered enough packaging to offset several hundred metric tons of CO₂, a figure that will grow as the program scales.
PPG’s Q3 2025 financial results provide context for the initiative’s strategic importance. Net sales rose 1 % year‑over‑year to $4.1 billion, while adjusted earnings per share reached $2.13, beating analyst expectations of $2.08 by $0.05. The beat was driven by disciplined cost management and a favorable product mix that favored higher‑margin performance‑coatings segments, offsetting modest pressure in the architectural‑coatings market. The company’s guidance for full‑year 2025 adjusted EPS of $7.60‑$7.70 remains unchanged, reflecting confidence in sustaining profitability amid a mixed macro environment.
CEO Tim Knavish emphasized that the company’s ability to deliver organic sales growth in a challenging market underscores the resilience of its core businesses. He highlighted the importance of sustainability initiatives like Sigma EcoCollect as a differentiator that can strengthen customer loyalty and support long‑term margin expansion. Knavish noted that the program aligns with PPG’s strategy to embed circular‑economy practices across its supply chain, positioning the company for future regulatory and market shifts.
The Sigma EcoCollect launch is expected to reinforce brand loyalty among professional painters, improve regulatory compliance, and potentially reduce packaging costs over time. By creating a closed‑loop system, PPG not only advances its environmental commitments but also establishes a new value proposition that can translate into competitive advantage and investor confidence.
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