Continest’s innovative foldable containers are featured at the Paris Olympics

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The 2024 Summer Olympic Games, the largest sporting event globally, are more than just a celebration of athletic excellence — they mark a significant step forward in sustainability and environmental consciousness. Beyond the remarkable achievements of the athletes, the Paris Olympics are dedicated to promoting eco-friendly solutions and social responsibility. As a leading producer of foldable containers, Continest is proud to contribute to this green revolution.

Paris 2024’s sustainability initiatives are further enhanced by Continest’s foldable containers. The Székesfehérvár-based company has provided 52 of its innovative containers for public spaces, Olympic venues, and the German team’s fan zone in the French capital. Impressively, these containers were transported using just 6 trucks, compared to the 26 trucks needed for traditional rigid-frame containers.

Blending innovation with sustainability, Continest’s modular foldable containers are transforming the logistics and container industry. Following their successful use at major events such as the UEFA European Football Championship in Germany, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championships in Portland and London, Continest’s latest sales units — CN Retail containers — are now featured at the Paris Olympics. This time, they are showcased as practical and comfortable merchandising pavilions for the global sports goods retailer Legends.

The CN Retail units designed for this summer’s events continue to provide versatile modular combinations. Their interior side walls feature a unique slatwall design, allowing for quick, screw-free setup of sales displays. Additionally, the new CN Retail containers include a long fold-down counter with a lowered section, making it accessible and convenient for wheelchair users

Dániel Tegzes, Strategic Director of Continest, was on site during the installation of Continest units provided for Arena Group. Reflecting on his experience in Paris, he noted that the eco-friendly design of these quick-install containers embodies Continest’s commitment to sustainability, aligning perfectly with the Paris Olympics’ goals. The containers notably reduce environmental impact during installation and transport, offering genuine green solutions. Tegzes also highlighted the containers’ proven utility in various humanitarian efforts worldwide, including temporary housing for Maui fire victims and support during the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.

Continest proudly embodies the future of green technology, confident that their products will advance the sustainability goals of Paris 2024. With the alignment of Olympic spirit and Continest’s vision, they foresee the potential for a more sustainable future in the realm of major sporting events.