Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF.B) is a global industrial packaging company with roots tracing back to its founding by the Greif brothers in 1877. Over more than a century of operation, the company has evolved from a regional barrel maker into a diversified supplier of industrial packaging products and services. Headquartered in the United States, Greif combines a long heritage of manufacturing expertise with a strategic focus on innovation and sustainability.
The company’s core offerings span a broad range of packaging solutions. Greif produces fiber, plastic and steel drums; intermediate bulk containers (IBCs); containerboard; and flexible packaging products such as bags and liners. In addition to manufacturing, Greif provides value-added services including drum reconditioning, container management programs and custom filling and logistics support. These services help customers in industries such as chemicals, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, agriculture and heavy industry streamline their supply chains.
With operations in more than 50 countries across North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East & Africa, Greif serves a diverse global customer base. The company’s geographically balanced footprint allows it to respond to regional market demands while leveraging scale in procurement, production and distribution. Greif places emphasis on continuous improvement, safety performance and environmental stewardship, aiming to reduce waste and enhance resource efficiency throughout its value chain.
Leadership at Greif is focused on driving operational excellence and sustainable growth. Under the direction of President and CEO Michael L. Hoffman, the company has prioritized digital transformation initiatives, responsible sourcing and innovation in recyclable and reusable packaging solutions. Greif’s long-term strategy centers on meeting evolving customer requirements, advancing circular-economy objectives and maintaining a resilient global network of manufacturing and service facilities.
