03/28/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/28/2023 08:32
A month on since the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, we continue to share our support to all those who have been affected.
The 7.8 magnitude earthquake which struck on February 6th 2023 was the most devastating to hit Turkey for more than 20 years. The quake was not in the vicinity of our operations in the region and we are fortunate that no colleagues have been injured, although we still remain concerned for their families and friends during this time.
Serdar Alfasa
Cluster Director, DS Smith Packaging Division, Turkey
In response to the disaster, ourPackaging Division in Turkey has made donations to the following organisations:
The DS Smith Charitable Foundation has also liaised with local contacts to determine the best way of directly supporting those communities affected and has made a 50,000 GBP contribution to the Red Crescent Turkey (Turk Kizilay).
Simge Sanal
Financial Controller, DS Smith Packaging Division, Turkey
Simge Sanal
Financial Controller, DS Smith Packaging Division, Turkey
Wouter van Tol
Head of Sustainability & Community Affairs, Chair of the DS Smith Charitable Foundation
If you are wishing to donate in a personal capacity, the Disasters Emergency Committee has launched an appealfor donations.