Stora Enso announces opening of Production Unit for Dry Molded Fiber
Image shows Dry Molded Fiber production of cup lids in the PulPac Modula.
PulPac licensee, Stora Enso, announces the opening of a groundbreaking Dry Molded Fiber Production Unit in Skene, Sweden. The facility is the largest and most advanced of its kind, marking a significant milestone in sustainable packaging technology. Production is set to begin in Q4 2024 after successful large-scale testing.
Stora Enso’s Skene Production Unit utilizes PulPac’s innovative Dry Molded Fiber process to produce high-performance formed fiber products, such as cup lids, designed to replace traditional plastics in food and beverage packaging. Unlike conventional wet forming, the dry process reduces water and energy consumption significantly, thus offering an even more sustainable manufacturing method for fiber-based packaging. Additionally, any excess material is recaptured and reused, ensuring a circular process with minimal waste.
At the heart of this innovation is the advanced technology developed by PulPac, the leading company in the field. Their Dry Molded Fiber technology provides efficient production at high speeds, enabling Stora Enso to meet growing market demand for fully renewable, recyclable, and biodegradable fiber-based packaging solutions.
“Stora Enso is the first producer to successfully implement this new dry forming technology on a large scale,” says Anna Stenström, Operation Director at the Skene Production Unit. “We are truly excited to pioneer this new approach and to explore all the possibilities it offers to shape the future of sustainable packaging.”
The products produced with Dry Molded Fiber offer a significantly lower CO2 footprint compared to single-use plastics. The dry forming process offers also flexibility in barrier additives for customized functionality as well as an excellent surface finish with the option to advanced decoration possibilities.
Juuso Konttinen, Senior Vice President of Biomaterials Growth Businesses at Stora Enso, added: “The Skene Production Unit represents another great advancement in sustainable packaging by Stora Enso. Dedication of our team and the collaboration with PulPac and other suppliers has enabled us to scale up this innovative technology to meet the continuously growing demand for high-quality and more eco-friendly products.”
Sustainability is at the core of Stora Enso’s operations. Implementing Dry Molded Fiber is an example how they continue to lead the transition to circular, low-carbon solutions in the packaging industry, making a lasting impact on both the environment and the communities it serves.
"It's fantastic to collaborate with forward-thinking leaders like Stora Enso. We are proud to see Dry Molded Fiber powering their scale-up of dry forming, and we remain committed to supporting their success every step of the way." comments Sanna Fager, Chief Commercial Officer at PulPac.
Media contacts:
Ann Dynehäll, Chief Communications Officer PulPac, ann.dynehall@pulpac.com
Sanna Fager, Chief Commercial Officer PulPac, sanna.fager@pulpac.com
Karin Rosell, Head of Marketing & Communication, Stora Enso Division Biomaterials, karin.rosell@storaenso.com
Carl Norell, SVP Corporate Communications, Stora Enso, carl.norell@storaenso.com, +46 72 241 0349
About PulPac
PulPac is the home of Dry Molded Fiber—a groundbreaking technology that transforms cellulose fibers into responsible packaging with minimal environmental impact. By making our cutting-edge fiber-forming technology accessible worldwide, we enable brands and manufacturers to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging. As a leader in fiber-forming innovation, we are building an ecosystem of industry partners and licensees to accelerate the shift towards a circular economy, making sustainability an achievable standard across the globe. Learn more at www.pulpac.com.
About Stora Enso
Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. Stora Enso has approximately 20,000 employees and our sales in 2023 were EUR 9.4 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Oy (STEAV, STERV) and Nasdaq Stockholm AB (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in OTC Markets (OTCQX) in the USA as ADRs and ordinary shares (SEOAY, SEOFF, SEOJF). www.storaenso.com
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