Consumables

International Paper launches new 350gsm paper
The latest addition to paper manufacturer International Paper's portfolio is designed for robust applications such as business cards, postcards, menus and folders.

James Cropper in Q1 speciality papers sales fall
At the paper company's AGM on 1 August chairman Mark Cropper voiced concern that the market conditions causing the decline were showing no sign of abating.

Price confident in Paperlinx future
New non-executive director Andrew Price said he had 'enthusiastically accepted' the invitation to the Paperlinx board following completion of the company's strategic review.

Stora Enso launches Medialiner
Stora Enso has launched bright white graphic liner Medialiner for point-of-sale display and packaging.
Ilford announces German and Austrian distribution partners
Ilford, the recyclable wide-format substrate specialist, has tied with two new distributors to broaden the reach of its BioMedia range in Germany and Austria.

John D Henderson director passes away
Leslie Clark, a director of historic paper merchant John D Henderson, has died aged 92.

Tipa launches 100% biodegradable flexible packaging film
Tipa, an Israeli start-up focussed on the development of green packaging, has announced a 100% biodegradable, multi-layered film designed to produce liquid-carrying pouches.

Arjowiggins balances UK waste and paper production
Arjowiggins Graphics has committed to sourcing the equivalent amount of UK waste paper that it takes to produce recycled paper for the UK market.

Paperlinx management shuffle sees French exit as Price joins board
Paperlinx director for UK and Ireland Paul French has decided to leave the company at the end of September.

Star product: BCP Fluted Packaging Ditto Formcore
An eco-friendly substrate for both short- and long-term interior impact