Mondi is converting its existing paper machine at Duino Mill into a high-quality recycled containerboard machine, which is expected to start operations in 2025. Once fully operational, it will produce 420,000 tonnes of recycled containerboard for sustainable packaging solutions.
May 29, 2024
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, recently held a groundbreaking ceremony in Duino, Italy, laying the cornerstone on its EUR 200 million investment in the mill acquired in January 2023. The investment is part of the company’s EUR 1.2 billion of approved investments in organic growth projects aimed at meeting the growing demand for sustainable packaging, enhancing its product offering, and reducing its environmental impact. The facility’s existing paper machine is being converted into a high-quality recycled containerboard machine which will create job opportunities for current and potential employees, build and evolve partnerships with local stakeholders as well as contribute to the region’s overall economic development.
The start-up of the new machine is expected in 2025. Once fully operational, it will be capable of producing 420,000 tonnes of recycled containerboard for sustainable packaging solutions and will be Mondi’s widest recycled paper machine at 8.5 metres. Where possible, the mill will source materials locally in order to contribute to the local economy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions through shorter transport distances and strengthen supply chain resilience.
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“We are excited about the progress of the Duino investment project and the opportunity this provides our growing packaging business. This containerboard machine will strengthen our backward integration and provide us with security of supply to better serve our customers,” says Andrew King, CEO of Mondi Group.
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“Our investment in Duino allows us to meet the increasing demand for sustainable solutions across Central Europe, the Mediterranean area, and the local Italian market. The project team is currently preparing for the upcoming construction works, with a new recycled fibre plant, wastewater treatment plant and the associated infrastructure and warehousing,” says Markus Gärtner, CEO Mondi Corrugated Packaging.
