Introducing Opal
Opal is an innovative and solutions led paper and packaging group striving for excellence in everything we do.
A member of the Nippon Paper Group, Opal has operations in Australia and New Zealand, making us one of Australasia’s leading packaging companies.
We offer sustainable fibre packaging and paper solutions to suit every customer. Opal directly employs more than 4,000 employees across our operations. With over 80 sites in Australia and New Zealand including export offices in Europe, North America and Asia, we have the coverage to ensure our products are available when and where they are needed. Opal Australian Paper is one of the largest users of the Port of Melbourne, exporting Australian made products to more than 70 countries around the world.
History
Opal is proud to represent the best of two companies that have a shared history of sustainable manufacturing in Australia and New Zealand. From our beginnings on the banks of the Yarra River in 1868 to the formation of the Opal business in 2020, below are some of the key milestones in our 150 year packaging and paper journey.
Opal's Vision and Values
The Nippon Paper Group aims to contribute to better living and cultural progress everywhere it does business and Opal seeks to operate in line with this mission. We are committed to the long-term growth of our business and contributing positively to the communities in which we operate and are dedicated to embedding safety and sustainability into our culture, values, decision making and products.
Our Vision
Opal shapes the future through sustainable packaging
- Thinking fresh
- We are committed to innovation, adapt quickly to change, and are always looking for opportunities to add value, in partnership with our customers.
- Thinking people
- We recognise, respect and celebrate the unique contributions from each member of our team and work towards our common goals, creatively, collaboratively and above all, safely.
- Thinking sustainable
- We are committed to the principles of the circular economy by promoting recycling, working to eliminate waste and producing packaging that helps shape a positive future.
- Thinking value
- We work hard to build positive relationships with our customers, suppliers, our co-workers and communities, striving to reach a shared understanding that creates value for all.
Our Values
Created by our people, Our Values are reflective of our organisation. Safe is our central value and safety is always Opal’s number one priority, in every area of our business.
Our Commitment
Opal’s Vision and Values combine to form Our Commitment. Our Commitment is underpinned by Our Values, and Our Vision reflects our positive contribution to sustainability through our innovative and renewable packaging.