The Rt Hon Alok Sharma MP, Secretary of State for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has written a letter to everyone working in the manufacturing sector.
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Busting the myths surrounding paper
Myth: We use too much packaging
Fact: Packaging manufacturers are already legally required to ensure that they do not use more packaging than is necessary.

Vice Chair of Sheet Plant Association shares thoughts on industry
The Sheet Plant Association (SPA) plays a pivotal part in co-ordinating the activities of sheet plants across the UK, sharing information and best practice, and communicating vital information.

Mythology becomes reality as packaging weighs heavy on the global news agenda
Sustainable packaging campaign Beyond the Box has created a corrugated cardboard sculpture depicting Ancient Greek figure, Atlas, and his fabled globe, to mark Global Recycling Day 2019 (Monday 18th March).
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Paper and Cardboard Packaging Comes Out on Top in New Consumer Survey
In the midst of heated discussions about packaging, avoidable plastic waste and a move towards a circular economy, a snap poll, conducted by Two Sides and international research agency Toluna, has revealed a strong preference for paper & cardboard packaging amongst UK consumers. Read More…

Corrugated Packaging Supplies Hygienic Case for Food
Retailers can be sure that the food they transport for home delivery is adequately protected from contamination by using corrugated packaging, says the Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI). Read More…

Innovative Corrugated Packaging Creating Supply Chain Benefits
The UK Corrugated Packaging Industry is making significant strides to help streamline logistics operations thanks to the introduction of new grades of paper, says the Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI). Read More…

CPI Appoints New Director General
The Confederation of Paper Industries is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Large as its Director General. Andrew will succeed David Workman who is due to step down at the end of September. Read More…

Corrugated Supplier Delivers Savings for Cooling Systems Manufacturer
During a traditional British summer, keeping cool may not pose much of a challenge, but a rise in temperatures will lead to a seasonal rush for air conditioning units. To help increase speed to market of its products and to cut costs, a specialist manufacturer of cooling systems has established a fully integrated corrugated assembly operation at its factory. Read More…

CPI PaperWorks Design and Technology competition for Cardboard Packaging
A striking packaging design for garden plants has won St Benedict’s Catholic High School in Warwickshire this year’s Confederation of Paper Industries’ (CPI) PaperWorks Design and Technology competition for Cardboard Packaging.