Smurfit Kappa has won two awards at the 2014 Pulp & Paper International (PPI) Awards in Boston, USA.
The company won the Advances and Innovations in Specialty Papers award with its Catcher Board MB12, a solution that prevents the migration of mineral oil hydrocarbons from packaging into food products.
It is 100% recyclable, Forest Stewardship Council-certified board that is made of natural components that meet the regulatory requirements of the food industry.
Lady BiB won the award the Innovation in Luxury Packaging award.
The three liter bag-in-box packaging solution for wine showed elegance and functionality that is quickly erected, easy to carry and attractive on shelf.
It has a low carbon footprint and is easily separated for recycling streams.
“These two prizes reflect our efforts in creating value for our shareholders by growing our business through building proactive customer relationships and providing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions,” said group CEO Gary McGann.
“It is from this basis we are also able to create value for our customers while enhancing the social and natural environments where we operate.”
Launched in 2009, the PPI Awards recognise the achievements of companies, mills and individuals in the pulp and paper sector.
