The ATB-market company switches to a paid sale of plastic bags in ATB stores

In connection with the entry into force of the Law of Ukraine "On restricting the circulation of plastic bags on the territory of Ukraine" on December 10, 2021, ATB-Market introduces payment for plastic bags for packaging in stores of the ATB retail chain.

Plastic bags for primary packaging and bags, including biodegradable ones, offered to customers at the cash desks of ATB stores, will be sold for a fee, taking into account the relevant Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine.

“The ATB-market company conducts its activities exclusively in the legal field, relying on the current legislation of Ukraine, the relevant regulations and resolutions. Implementation of legislative initiatives, own projects aimed at solving environmental problems, improving the environmental situation are an integral part of the company's strategy”.
Borys Markov, CEO of ATB Corporation

Recall that since March 2021, ATB-market has launched a biodegradable eco-package made of corn starch “Pochatok” for sale in all ATB stores.

Simultaneously with the transition to biodegradable bags, ATB-market offers its customers to purchase reusable eco-bags.

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ATB Corporation — is an association of large Ukrainian enterprises operating in the field of retail trade, asset management, production and sale of food products. The flagship of the corporation's business is the ATB retail chain.

As of December 10, 2021, the ATB retail chain has 1,298 stores in 342 settlements of 24 regions and in Ukraine. The company shows the highest rates of development in Ukraine for the last 10 years. More than 4 million Ukrainians shop at ATB every day.