What is PALM SpA SB?
PALM SpA SB is a family-run business that kicked off back in 1980 in Viadana (MN), thanks to the vision of four brothers: Primo, Antonio, Lorenzo, and Maurizio. From day one, the Barzoni brothers set out to create something different — an innovative business model that truly values Human, Economic, and Environmental capital. They were ahead of the curve, embracing sustainability long before it became a buzzword, aiming to build shared value and secure a prosperous future for all.
Main Benefits and Key Figures
PALM’s approach isn’t just talk — it’s backed by impressive numbers and certifications that speak volumes:
- Production of over 1,500,000 wooden pallets annually, with more than 200 custom models tailored to customer needs
- Total facility area of 38,500 sqm, including 4,700 sqm dedicated to production
- Production capacity reaching 1,800,000 pallets per year
- Team of 48 employees and collaborators
- Projected revenue for 2024 stands at €13,300,000
- 80% of wood used is certified PEFC/FSC®, with over 90% of timber supplies certified
- Gold Medal in the 2024 EcoVadis international sustainability rating
Commitment to Sustainable Forestry
For more than two decades, PALM has been a pioneer in sustainable forest management. The company was the first in the wooden pallet sector to secure PEFC and FSC® certifications, steadily increasing the use of certified wood to ensure responsible sourcing. Today, all wood raw materials comply with Due Diligence (EUTR) standards aligned with the COP26 zero deforestation goals. This commitment reflects a deep respect for nature and a clear strategy to protect forest resources for generations to come.
Innovative Governance and Certifications
PALM’s journey toward sustainability is also marked by its socio-competitive innovation approach. In 2017, this led to the company earning the prestigious B Corp certification, recognizing its dedication to social and environmental performance. By 2020, PALM became a Benefit Company, embedding four common benefit criteria into its statute. These criteria safeguard a legal and sustainable wood supply chain, promote the well-being of collaborators, and support the local community — a holistic approach that goes beyond profit.
Climate Neutrality and Future Goals
In 2022, PALM took another big step by joining CO2alizione Italia, reinforcing its pledge to climate neutrality. This move introduced an innovative governance practice where the corporate statute itself formalizes the company’s environmental commitments. It’s a bold statement — showing that sustainability isn’t just a policy but a core part of PALM’s identity and future strategy.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Vision and Mission Driving the Business
PALM’s vision is all about promoting Italian excellence in low-impact pallets, blending tangible quality with intangible values like sustainability and inclusivity. The company aims to be regenerative — creating conditions that favor life and future generations. Its mission? To design and produce pallets, wooden packaging, and innovative logistics solutions grounded in total sustainability — economic, social, and environmental. PALM operates with a focus on economic balance, leveraging the unique skills and knowledge of its people, respecting the community, and always keeping an eye on both humanity and the environment. It’s a dynamic, forward-thinking approach that sets PALM apart in the wood and packaging industry.
