2009-07-24 - KRUPACK PACKAGING OBTAINS SFI ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION FOR ITS MONTRÉAL PAPERBOARD MILL
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Montréal, Québec, July 24, 2009 – Kruger Inc. confirmed that it obtained SFI fibre-sourcing certification for its Krupack Packaging Mill at Place Turcot in Montréal, in accordance with Appendix 1 of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Standard. This certification will give the mill an edge in the paperboard market by confirming that it meets the most stringent environmental requirements. The SFI certification program has gained strong acceptance in the global marketplace and is based on measures to protect water quality, biodiversity, wildlife habitat, species at risk, and Forests with Exceptional Conservation Value.
The Place Turcot Mill, which has ISO 9001:2008 certification (Quality Management System), is one of the largest recycled linerboard mills in Canada with an annual production of 150,000 metric tonnes. It is also one of a few mills in the marketplace that produce 100% recycled white top linerboard, namely GreenWhiteTM, which is renowned for its exceptionally smooth finish and specially designed for its superior printing quality. The mill also produces board for cores, file folder stock and specialty packaging.
Founded in 1904, Kruger Inc. is a major producer of publication papers, tissue, lumber and other wood products, corrugated cartons from recycled fibres, green and renewable energy and wines and spirits. It is also a leader in paper and paperboard recycling in North America. Kruger operates facilities in Québec, Ontario, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador and the United States.
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SOURCE:
Paule Douville Lalonde
Marketing Coordinator
T: 514 366-8050
paule.douville@kruger.com
