Pro Carton - The association of carton and cartonboard manufacturers

🛍️ How important is packaging for creating brand loyalty? Very, according to our latest survey. In fact: 📦 41% of consumers said they switched brands in the past 12 months because of packaging. ⚠️ That’s 4 in 10 shoppers making choices not just on product—but on how it’s packaged. In a crowded marketplace, packaging isn’t just a finishing touch. It’s a brand’s first impression, silent ambassador, and loyalty builder. Is your packaging working hard enough to keep your customers coming back? Check our more insights here: https://lnkd.in/eQihWUCF #ConsumerSurvey2024 #BrandLoyalty #SustainablePackaging #Cartonboard #PackagingMatters #CircularEconomy #ProCarton

#Greensource is proud to give a voice to Europe’s forest-based industries — uniting the pulp, paper, packaging, and sawmill sectors under the shared goal of #sustainability and #ClimateNeutrality.  Our goal is to turn the 2050 climate neutrality target into a reality through the forest-based industry. 🌳 eugreensource.org  Cepi Pro Carton - The association of carton and cartonboard manufacturers FBCA Food and Beverage Carton Alliance & European Pulp Industry Sector AISBL & EUROPEAN ORGANISATION OF THE SAWMILL INDUSTRY

⏰ Reminder: PCYDA 2025 Entries Close in 1 Month! ⏰ The deadline for submitting your entries to the Pro Carton Young Designers Award 2025 is fast approaching! You have until May 9th, 2025 to showcase your creativity and innovative packaging designs. Don’t miss the chance to be part of one of the most exciting design competitions for young talent in the industry. Whether you're working on packaging solutions that focus on sustainability, usability, or creativity, we want to see your vision! 📅 Mark your calendar and get your designs ready to submit. Let’s create a sustainable future together! https://lnkd.in/e-drjZbg #PCYDA2025 #YoungDesigners #SustainablePackaging #ProCarton #DesignCompetition #DeadlineApproaching

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Did you know that single-use plastics are often difficult to separate and recycle?♻️  VTT TECHNICAL RESEARCH CENTRE OF FINLAND has developed cellulose films — a perfect alternative to traditional plastics. These films offer the strength, flexibility, and moisture resistance of cellophane while being forest-based. This breakthrough in #ForestInnovation is paving the way for sustainable technology. 🔍 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ewf6tcq9 #Greensource 🔗 eugreensource.org Cepi Pro Carton - The association of carton and cartonboard manufacturers FBCA Food and Beverage Carton Alliance & European Pulp Industry Sector AISBL & EUROPEAN ORGANISATION OF THE SAWMILL INDUSTRY

🚀 Special Edition Alert! 🚀 We’re excited to present a special edition of our magazine, dedicated to our 2025 Training Day Sponsors: FOLBB Group and Van Genechten Packaging! 🎉 This exclusive issue dives into interviews with Heidi Vanspauwen of VGP as well as Peter Hommel of FOLBB featuring their expertise, innovations, and commitment to advancing the cartonboard and packaging industry. 📦✨ A big thank you to FOLBB and VGP for their support and contributions! Don’t miss out—explore the latest insights, trends, and expert perspectives in this special edition. 📖 Read it now:  https://lnkd.in/eupZHjxe #Cartonboard #SustainablePackaging #FOLBB #VGP #ProCarton #TrainingDay2025 #CircularEconomy

📢 The March Issue of Our Magazine is Here! 📢 Get ready for the latest insights shaping the packaging industry! Our newest edition is packed with must-read content, including: 📊 European Consumer Survey 2025 Results – Discover what’s driving consumer preferences and why 9 out of 10 prefer cartonboard. 🎤 Exclusive Interviews – Hear from our 2025 Training Day sponsors, Heidi Vanspauwen of Van Genechten Packaging and Peter Hommel of FOLBB Group, on their commitment to industry innovation. 🌍 ECMA Congress 2025 – Get the latest details on this year’s event in Istanbul, Türkiye and what to expect. ECMA - European Carton Makers Association ✨ And much more! Don't miss out on the key trends and updates driving our industry forward. Read the latest issue now!  https://lnkd.in/ejYC_2xJ

FOLBB Group and Van Genechten Packaging demonstrate their commitment to supporting young designers in their first career steps. As the sponsors of the Pro Carton Young Designers Award Training Days they will open their doors for the winners of this year's competition and have the students experience world class production of cartonboard and folding cartons. Our industry offers multiple opportunities to live out your creativity. Work with the big brands of the FMCG industry and support their sales initiatives with outstanding sustainable packaging designs. Please find the link below to learn more about the 2025 competition.

📢 Calling all cartonboard visionaries! 🚀 The Pro Carton Student Video Award (PCSVA) 2024 is in full swing, and we’ve got everything you need to create a winning entry! 🎬✨ Our PCSVA 2024 Information Decks are now available—packed with key insights, competition guidelines, and expert tips to help you craft a compelling video showcasing the power of cartonboard and sustainability. 🌿♻️ 📩 Check out the info deck today and learn how you bring your creativity to life! https://lnkd.in/eizBdDW3 #PCSVA2024 #SustainablePackaging #Cartonboard #VideoCompetition #CreativeChallenge #FutureOfPackaging

The McDonald’s Delivery Cuff by Huhtamaki & MM Board & Paper is a tamper-proof, recyclable sealer made from cartonboard. This #ForestInnovation is promoting recyclability, lowering CO2, and keeping food safe. A smart step for a circular economy! ♻️ This design was also the winner of the ECEA 2023 winner of the Food & Drink Packaging | Recycled Fibre category! Impressive work! #Greensource 🔗 eugreensource.org European Pulp Industry Sector AISBL EUROPEAN ORGANISATION OF THE SAWMILL INDUSTRY Pro Carton - The association of carton and cartonboard manufacturers The Food and Beverage Carton Alliance