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More than 2 million!
12 May 2020
Members of the Fiber Shield coalition have now donated more than two million face shields to protect key workers around the world.
Various papers and communications regarding EU policy that are relevant to our industry. The information comes from a variety of sources including the European Commission, CITPA – who represent the interests of the European Paper and Board converting industry (Pro Carton are Associate Members) and Cepi – the Confederation of European Paper Industries.
Call for modification of SUPD definitions
24 April 2020
Pro Carton, ECMA, Cepi and other industry associations call for modification of definitions to the terms “plastic” and “a main structural component” used in the Single Use Plastic Directive (EU 2019/904).
OVER 750,000 FACE SHIELDS DONATED
20 April 2020
Medical professionals across Europe have been facing shortages of crucial protective supplies, including face shields. Our industry is stepping up, by designing and manufacturing folding carton face shields; and making the designs available for all to use.
Key workers
20 April 2020
A short video about key workers at Alexir Partnership and Iggesund, produced in conjunction with BPIF Cartons.
Pro Carton supports challenge to SUP definition
20 April 2020
Pro Carton, and other representatives of the paper and board value chain send a strong message to the European Commission regarding our views on the latest direction the SUP debate has taken.
Cepi supports EU Green Recovery
14 April 2020
Pascal Canfin, Chair of the Environment Committee at the European Parliament, has launched the European alliance for a Green Recovery.
This first pan-European call for mobilisation on post-crisis green investment packages will work to build the recovery and transformation plans which enshrine the fight against climate change and biodiversity as a key pillar of the economic strategy.
Cepi Tribute
8 April 2020
Cepi, on behalf of the European paper industry association, has paid tribute to all their employees guaranteeing continued production of essential products and to all transport operators ensuring deliveries across Europe. A short tribute video has also been produced.
Production of Protective Masks
7 April 2020
Masks to protect against the COVID-19 virus are now being produced by various Pro Carton and ECMA members.
President’s statement
2 April 2020
The carton and cartonboard industry is doing its utmost to maintain the flow of essential goods, in particular packaging for foods, pharmaceuticals and hygiene products being aware of its crucial role to ensure security of supply.
McKinsey Guide
31 March 2020
McKinsey recently published this guide for retailers which may interest Pro Carton members.
Carton industry responding well
27 March 2020
A short animated video for social media use from Pro Carton about the carton industry’s response to COVID-19.
Report on international status and actions
27 March 2020
A detailed report on the actions being taken by the EU and national governments.
