News | ECMA – European Carton Makers

Glossop cartons expands with lamina

Posted on: 15 April 2014 Glossop Cartons has purchased a Lamina FA from Lamina System to further extend its growing suite of machines.

Smurfit Kappa set to unveil innovative new packaging solution for food industry

Posted on: 15 April 2014 Smurfit Kappa has developed an innovative new solution which prevents the migration of mineral oil hydrocarbons from packaging into food products.

New candy cups stand out by design

Posted on: 15 April 2014 Stora Enso and AR Packaging have jointly developed an attractive new packaging concept for chocolate and sweets. The specially-designed candy cups come in several exciting shapes with a variety of closing mechanisms. The cups have attracted lots of interest from chocolate and candy companies seeking innovative and appealing packaging for eating on-the-go.

Report underscores importance of packaging to reducing food waste

Posted on: 15 April 2014 A new report from the House of Lords has recognised the role of packaging in reducing food waste.

Cascades to close down Djupafors plant in late June

Posted on: 15 April 2014 The end is nearing for Cascades's only Swedish site. The company has set a date for the closure of its Djupafors cartonboard plant which has a capacity of 60,000 tpy.

International Paper invests $60m in Polish paper mill rebuild

Posted on: 15 April 2014 International Paper has restarted its coated paperboard machine at its Polish Kwidzyn mill after the completion of the machine rebuild.

Iggesund chief executive unveils new senior management team

Posted on: 15 April 2014 Iggesund Paperboard has revealed a major restructure in its senior management intended to set it up for growth across European and world markets.

ECMA reaffirms stance plain tobacco packaging

Posted on: 08 April 2014 The European Carton Makers Association (ECMA) has reaffirmed its stance on plain tobacco packaging after the UK moved forward with plans to ban branding on cigarette packs.