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Folding carton volumes have grown significantly during 2021, driven by a surge in sales of food and beverage packaging.

In cooperation with NOA-PRISM the European Carton Prospects have been completely renewed in 2021 (last version from 2019) and contains detailed examinations of the European Folding Carton market.

In the last few days, there has been coverage by the UK media regarding shortages in the supply of cardboard packaging.

The European Carton Excellence Award is Europe’s most prestigious award for cartonboard packaging. Cartonboard is the perfect example of the circular economy, being renewable, recyclable and biodegradable. It is also one of the best in communicating brand values, whether that be for luxury brands or everyday goods.

The 10th ASPACK congress was scheduled for 22, 23 and 24 October 2020 in Lisbon, but the current situation, with coronavirus contagions rising and new restrictions on social activities coming into force in the most affected regions, have caused the ASPACK management to decide to postpone the event to 28 - 31 October 2021.

ECMA and Pro Carton are delighted to invite you to The 2020 Carton E-vent & Awards on 7 October 2020 – the postponement of the ECMA 2020 Congress, called for an exceptional virtual event to be organised to celebrate the achievements of the carton industry during a challenging year and recognise the winners of the following awards:

On the 20 March, ECMA issued a Press Release requesting the suspension of all tender activity whilst our industry focussed on business continuity, during the unprecedented challenges presented by the Covid-19 crisis;

The carton and cartonboard industry continues to admirably meet the challenges thrown up by COVID-19 and thanks to everyone in these trying times. The industry has demonstrated its strength, resilience, innovation and determination to rise above adversity.