Nordic Paper & Packaging - NPP

27/10/2026

PROPAK Cape is underway! We’re at stand F18 with UPM Specialty Materials, ready to talk all things paper-based packaging.

Looking for alternatives to fossil-based materials? Come and meet our team to explore the possibilities and find solutions to suit your packaging needs.

Propak Cape

26/10/2026

Looking for alternatives to fossil-based packaging materials? Come and meet us and UPM Specialty Materials at Propak Cape, stand F18, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre this week!

Come and talk to us about the possibilities of replacing fossil-based materials with paper-based alternatives and finding the right solutions for your packaging needs.

20/10/2026

Looking for paper, packaging, plywood or timber for your business? Send us your requirements, and our team will get back to you with a quote.

Mid-sized and large industrial buyers typically purchase directly from our suppliers in full container loads, with pricing in EUR or USD. Smaller businesses can source products through our established distributor network.

With Finnish paper having been sold in South Africa since 1948, we bring decades of experience and trusted Finnish forest solutions to Southern Africa.

From paper and packaging to plywood and timber, we're here to help you find the right products for your needs.

Get in touch and tell us what you're looking for: [email protected]

19/10/2026

The shift away from plastic is accelerating, and the range of viable alternatives is growing fast.

Today, fibre-based, recyclable, and bio-based packaging solutions are no longer niche options. They are becoming mainstream, with improved performance, better barrier properties, and increasing cost competitiveness compared to traditional plastic formats.

Innovation across the value chain is making sustainable packaging not only possible, but practical at scale, for food, retail, e-commerce, and industrial applications. As technology improves and volumes increase, the gap between conventional plastic packaging and sustainable alternatives continues to narrow.

“There are no alternatives” is no longer a valid argument. The options exist, they perform, and they are becoming more accessible and cost-effective every day.

Would you like to discuss how we can help find suitable sustainable packaging options for your company? Contact us at [email protected]

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16/10/2026

With so many paper grades, finishes and applications to choose from, finding the right fit can make all the difference.

Whether you need paper for brochures, catalogues, magazines, direct mail or office printing, UPM Communication Papers has a wide range of solutions to explore.

We supply directly to printers and merchants in Southern Africa in full container loads.

Contact us for more information: [email protected]

15/10/2026

What if your packaging could have a lower environmental impact without compromising on performance?

As the official agent for UPM Specialty Materials in Southern Africa, we will showcase innovative paper solutions at Propak Cape for applications including flexible packaging, wrapping, labelling and printing.

From base papers to barrier papers, UPM Specialty Materials offers alternatives that help the packaging industry transition towards renewable, fibre-based materials while maintaining the performance converters and brands need.

Come and explore the possibilities with us!

Planning to attend? Visit our website to book a meeting with our team at the event. You can also register for free entry via the official ProPak Cape website.

13/10/2026

12/10/2026

Would You Like to Order Samples of UPM Packaging Papers?

Get in touch with Theresa at [email protected] to request the samples for your packaging needs.

10/10/2026

High-quality print deserves high-quality paper. UPM’s rotogravure paper range is developed for demanding print applications where consistency, print quality, and efficiency matter. Whether for magazines, catalogues, advertising material, or high-volume print runs, these papers are designed to deliver sharp image reproduction, reliable printability, and an excellent reading experience.

The range includes multiple grades and finishes to suit different needs, from lightweight coated papers with outstanding colour reproduction to cost-efficient alternatives with recycled fibre content and strong sustainability credentials.

Key benefits include:
• Excellent print quality and colour performance
• Reliable runnability for high-speed printing
• Options with recycled fibre content
• FSC® and PEFC certified options available
• EU Ecolabel certified grades
• Optimised for efficient, high-volume production

At a time when print quality and sustainability both matter more than ever, UPM continues to develop paper solutions that support efficient production without compromising on visual impact.

Would you like to know more about the UPM rotogravure paper range? Feel free to contact us for more information.

09/10/2026

Will we see you at Propak Cape this year?

We’ll be at ProPak Cape 2026 showcasing UPM Specialty Materials and discussing how high-quality, responsibly produced paper solutions can help create the packaging of tomorrow.

Whether you’re looking for barrier solutions, flexible packaging papers, recyclable alternatives or simply want to explore what’s possible, come and have a conversation with our team.

Bring your packaging challenges. Let’s find a paper solution.

Register to visit ProPak Cape (for FREE) online.