2000 years old and very much alive

With a 2000 years history, paper continues to find new solutions for increasingly sophisticated demands. Packaging papers and labels are becoming 'active' and 'intelligent'. Used on its own or combined with other materials, paper offers endless possibilities.
 
The industry is continuously developing new production technologies aimed at reducing weight per m2, while improving strength and other vital characteristics. Paper makers also adapt to new printing technologies, inks and other converting processes as well as nano- and biotechnology, plasma treatment and the use of biopolymers to create a new generation of hi-tech speciality papers.
 
Some examples of new 'building blocks' for the next generation speciality papers: Modified fibres, nano-technology, RFID, smart coating colours, new coating technologies, bio-technology, new chemicals, sensors/ indicators, new surface structures etc. etc.  
 
Paper and converting industries have high expectations from new technologies that are already available or will reach the market in the near future. Packers-fillers will benefit from the option to choose more often for recyclable/ biodegradable packaging materials that are made from natural and fully renewable resources. And consumers will be happy, because they do not have to compromise on their natural preference for paper.