As European businesses, including FMCG companies face mounting pressure to meet tighter sustainability regulations while maintaining efficient, cost-effective operations, Tosca, in partnership with Cabka, has introduced a new solution designed for the challenge. Launched this week, the Euro-sized Tosca Circular Pallet (CP 1208) is the next-generation pallet designed specifically for modern, automated and regulation-compliant supply chains.
“With increasing automation, tighter regulations, and rising sustainability expectations across FMCG and retailers’ supply chains, the demands placed on pallets are evolving.’’ says Laurent Le Mercier, EMEA President at Tosca. “Our new circular pallet gives producers, growers, and retailers a standardised, automation-ready, PPWR-compliant alternative that improves efficiency, enhances worker safety, and supports a truly circular supply chain without disrupting existing operations.”
Designed for supply chain efficiency
Engineered to integrate seamlessly into existing operations, the Tosca CP 1208 pallet delivers the consistency and reliability that automated, large-scale environments demand. Its 1200 x 800 mm Euro-standard dimensions ensure full compatibility and integration with Euro-size pallet handling equipment, eliminating the need for costly retrofits or process changes. Rounded skid edges also help minimize damage during forklift handling, reducing impact points compared with traditional square skid designs. The Tosca CP 1208 provides a stable, standardized platform that allows companies to modernise their supply chains efficiently, without disruption or major infrastructure investment.
“This pallet demonstrates what circular logistics should look like in practice,’’ says Alex Masharov, CEO of Cabka. “By transforming recycled plastic into high-performance transport assets, we enable supply chains that are both more efficient and more sustainable. Together with Tosca, we are showing how circular materials can become the new standard for FMCG, retail and wider logistics.’’
Designed to work seamlessly with Tosca’s reusable plastic crates, integrated deck grooves securely lock crates into place without strapping, enabling stable, safer double-stacked transport and efficient load handling. RFID integration further enhances traceability, asset management, and full supply chain visibility.
Durable, hygienic reusable plastic alternative to wooden pallets
The Tosca CP 1208 is non-porous, easy to clean and splinter-free, making it ideally suited to FMCG, growers’ and retailers’ environments where hygiene, product protection and quality are critical. Its robust plastic construction is made from a unique blend of recycled plastic and includes integrated drainage holes to prevent water build-up and reduce moisture retention. Overall, this helps resist contamination and damage while maintaining consistent performance in automated storage and retrieval systems. Additionally, leveraging recycled content reduces dependence on volatile input markets, supporting more stable operational costs throughout the year.
Supporting safer handling across the supply chain
Crucially, its ergonomic design includes smoothly integrated, well-positioned top-deck handles, enhanced stability and anti-slip features to improve handling safety across the supply chain, from warehouses and packing stations to retail distribution centres. The pallet is also more than 4 kg lighter than traditional wooden pallets, making it easier to lift and move during daily operations.
Beyond operational efficiency, this supports the social pillar of ESG by helping reduce physical strain on employees and lowering the risk of injuries associated with manual handling. By combining lighter plastic with a stable, ergonomic design, and top-deck handles, the pallet contributes to safer and more comfortable working environments across modern high performing logistics operations.
“In high-throughput environments, efficiency and worker safety go hand in hand,” says Le Mercier. “By improving stability, grip and ease of handling, the Tosca CP 1208 helps reduce manual strain and the risk of musculoskeletal injuries, creating safer working conditions while supporting operational performance.”
Built for PPWR compliance and circular performance
With the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) reshaping logistics and packaging strategies, supply chains now require reusable, recyclable and traceable solutions by design. The Tosca CP 1208 is engineered to support supply chains in achieving PPWR and EPR compliance, offering a future-proof alternative to wooden pallets, which require ISPM-15 heat treatment or fumigation and are less compatible with circular reuse models.
Made from 100% recycled plastic and designed to be repaired, reused and ultimately recycled at end of life, the circular pallet embodies Tosca’s pooling-based circular economy approach. Its durability and modular repairability lower total cost of ownership while eliminating waste associated with single-use short-lived assets.
“At Tosca, we don’t simply supply a pallet,” concludes Le Mercier. “We partner with customers to manage assets and deliver supply chain performance, meet regulatory requirements, and turn circularity into a lasting competitive advantage.”
The Tosca CP 1208 is the next step in the company’s commitment to helping food and beverage supply chains become safer, more sustainable and more efficient. By combining a circular design with Tosca’s expertise in pooling and asset management, it demonstrates how companies can achieve regulatory compliance and operational excellence while advancing a long-term, sustainable supply chain strategy.
