News, views and trends from the Saito team

The Logistics Label Revolution

Whether you’re managing a warehouse, overseeing third-party logistics (3PL) services, or directing a complex supply chain, precision labelling is critical to ensuring efficiency, reducing errors, and optimizing inventory movement.

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Embracing Vermicomposting

A Sustainable Solution with SAITO’s Fibre Collection Introduction As we strive for a more sustainable future, innovative waste management solutions like vermicomposting offer a promising

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Proudly Achieving Toitū Enviromark Gold – Saito's Sustainability Commitment!

What is Toitū Gold Certification?

Toitū is New Zealand’s leading environmental certification program, helping businesses measure, manage, and reduce their carbon footprint. Gold certification means we’ve gone beyond basic compliance—we’ve embedded robust environmental management systems and made sustainability a core part of our operations.

Our Commitment to a Greener Future

Sustainable Construction with SaveBOARD

We use SaveBOARD, an innovative material made from upcycled waste, reducing landfill waste and promoting a circular economy.

Solar Energy – Powering 80% of Our Operations

Our large solar energy system helps us cut emissions and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

90% Plastic Waste Recycling

We divert 90% of our plastic waste through SaveBOARD, ensuring plastic byproducts get a second life instead of ending up in landfills.

Liner Recovery Program

Working with clients, we recover and repurpose liners, sending them to MyNoke for responsible reuse.

Supporting Our Team with Green Transport

  • Free EV charging for staff to encourage sustainable commuting.
  • Switching to EVs for company vehicles wherever possible.

Reusing & Repurposing Waste in Our Community

  • Excess and broken pallets are given away for firewood and home projects.
  • Waste cores are donated to schools and kindergartens to support learning and creativity.

Why Toitū Certification Matters

Toitū sets high standards for environmental responsibility, ensuring businesses:

Monitor and reduce emissions & waste
Improve energy efficiency
Meet strict environmental compliance standards
Commit to long-term sustainability goals

The Toitū enviromark program aligns with internationally known ISO 14001 (environmental management) standards.

Powering Sustainability: Saito’s Global and Local Energy Partnerships

At Saito, our commitment to sustainability is powered by a unique partnership that spans global, national, and local levels. Through our collaboration with EKOenergy, an international non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable renewable energy, we ensure that our energy usage meets globally recognized environmental standards. This partnership allows us to contribute to global conservation efforts and supports new renewable energy projects around the world. Nationally, SupaPwr, a New Zealand-based energy retailer, has been instrumental in installing and managing our solar array at the Kerepehi site, helping us generate clean energy locally. Together with Supapwrs Community Energy program, we are able to share excess solar power with our Onehunga site and beyond, ensuring we optimize our renewable energy use. This innovative, multi-level collaboration showcases our ongoing dedication to reducing our carbon footprint and supporting a sustainable future for all.

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Solar PV System Production

March 2025

15,000kg of saveBOARD products used

15,000kg of packaging waste made from:

Looking at our Carbon Footprint Today

2,050m2 of saveBOARD products used on walls and ceilings.

5,500 kg of CO2 saved from the carbon footprint of the building.

Solar Panels are being used to power our factory and we are actively feeding electricity back to the grid.

We are slowly converting our company car fleet over to EV’s and have started with the highest milage staff member, by replacing their car with a brand new MG4.

Company Car Fleet
Electric Vehicles 20%

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📦 Are labeling issues costing your business time & money? 🚛 We’ve all been there—a misplaced shipment, a missing barcode, a label that just won’t

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🌿 A Sustainable Partnership: SAITO x Mynoke! 🪱♻️ Did you know that worms can help reduce landfill waste and create nutrient-rich compost? Thanks to our

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🌟 Saito NZ is GS1 Accredited! 🌟 We’re proud to meet the global GS1 standards for barcoding and product identification. This ensures that our labeling

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We’re starting 2025 on a high note by reflecting on our recent journey towards Industry 4.0. With the support of Beca and Callaghan Innovation, we

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Great to see Save Board driving innovation! We love using your eco-friendly products in our own building. #sustainability

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At SAITO, we're not just focused on today — we're committed to building a sustainable future. Learn how our innovative approach to sustainability is making

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⚡💡🔋**Our Energy Sharing Initiative**🔋💡⚡ Did you know that Saito is helping to make the most of our solar energy by sharing it between locations? 🔋

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📜EKOenergy Certification📜 We’re thrilled to announce that Saito is now certified by EKOenergy! 🌍 This international certification highlights our dedication to using renewable energy, contributing