ZURICH, May 7, 2026 - Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, welcomed Jess Asato, MP for Lowestoft, to its Beccles site, giving her a tour of the facility and highlighting its Apprentice Academy.
The site specializes in designing, producing and decorating high-quality products including innovative plastic bottles, jars, flexible tubes and closures, for Health, Beauty and Wellness applications.The visit gave Jess invaluable insight into the inner workings of the Business Unit and some of the legislative impacts that the packaging industry is facing, particularly Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in the UK and the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) in the EU.
"We were delighted that Jess was able to visit our Beccles site and gain a deeper understanding of what we do," said Joe Horton, Amcor sales director, Health Beauty & Wellness, UK, Benelux & Scandinavia. "As well as showcasing our innovative solutions and how they're manufactured, we highlighted our commitment to apprentices and how they are integral to the future of the business."
The Apprentice Academy is an in-house college, training young people looking to make their first steps in manufacturing, or adults who are looking to switch careers. Currently, Beccles has 27 apprentices on the programme with another 6-8 planned to start this year. Jess learned how the Academy is helping develop skills in the local area and provide extensive training in areas such as plastic processing and printing. The Beccles site has a workforce of around 650.
The MP was briefed on recycling infrastructure and how legislative changes in both the UK and Europe are set to transform the way packaging is placed onto the market. Jess was also given a tour of the plant, highlighting how many household goods are packaged and brought to market.
"I had the pleasure of visiting Amcor in Beccles and what an impressive operation it is," said Jess Asato MP. "As one of the largest employers in our constituency, Amcor plays a vital role in our local economy. From highly skilled manufacturing roles to apprenticeships and long-standing careers, it's a major source of secure, well-paid jobs for local people.
"It was great to meet the team, hear about the innovation happening on site, and see first-hand the scale of production. The strength of manufacturing in Beccles is something we should be proud of, and businesses like Amcor are a big part of that story. Many local families have a connection to the site, whether currently working there or having done so in the past."
Joe Horton added: "Visits like these are a brilliant opportunity to demonstrate the difference we make to the community and our investment in fresh talent. We would like to thank Jessica for her time and hope that she gained valuable insight into Amcor's operation in Beccles."
About Amcor
Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC
