Brambles Limited, trading in the United States under the ticker OTCMKTS:BXBLY, is a global supply-chain logistics company specializing in the pooling of reusable pallets, crates and containers. Through its two main brands, CHEP and IFCO, Brambles provides critical asset management and transport packaging solutions to customers across the consumer goods, retail, fresh food and beverage industries. By leveraging a circular model, the company aims to reduce waste and improve efficiency for manufacturers, distributors and retailers around the world.
Founded in Sydney, Australia in 1875 as a timber and forest-products business, Brambles evolved over the 20th century into a leader in pooled logistics. The introduction of the CHEP pallet-pooling system in the 1950s marked a pivotal shift from manufacturing to service-based operations. Since listing on the Australian Securities Exchange in 1954, the company has grown through both organic investment and strategic acquisitions to build a network of service centres and repair facilities.
Today, Brambles operates in more than 60 countries across six continents, with a particularly strong presence in the Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific regions. Its pallet-pooling operations under the CHEP brand serve sectors ranging from automotive to pharmaceuticals, while the IFCO brand focuses on reusable plastic crates for fresh produce and perishables. This global footprint is supported by a vertically integrated network that includes procurement, refurbishment and transport management.
Under the leadership of CEO Graham Chipchase, Brambles has emphasized sustainable business practices and innovation in digital asset tracking. The company publishes annual sustainability reports and has set targets for reducing its environmental footprint, including lower greenhouse-gas emissions and increased reuse rates. With a management team experienced in logistics and asset management, Brambles continues to pursue growth opportunities in emerging markets while maintaining its commitment to circular economy principles.
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