PaperCo moves 9lives production to Arjo

PaperCo is to bump up the green credentials of its 9lives coated recycled range by switching manufacturers from Burgo Group to Arjowiggins.

The changeover is part of a move by the paper merchant to develop and add environmental benefits to its 9lives 80 and 9lives 55 lines.

PaperCo marketing director Bob Ide said the change "is ideal for companies with strong corporate responsibility and environmental requirements".

The 9lives brand retains its Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody status despite the supplier swap.

The merchant also confirmed that for every tonne of 9lives 55 and 9lives 80, the mill would process an equivalent amount of recycled fibre from post-consumer UK waste in a move to ease landfill pressure.

The paper company also expects that the shorter delivery journey from the Arjowiggins mill would lead to a significant reduction in carbon emissions.

The new 9lives range will be available from February when current stocks have cleared.