Swedish manufacturer Holmen has expanded its Elevate containerboard line with a new fresh fibre fluting product named Holmen Elevate Flute. This addition means the range now covers both liner and fluting for corrugated packaging materials, delivering new structural options for business supply chains.
The introduction of Holmen Elevate Flute creates a consistent lightweighting approach across full packaging structures. Starting from basis weights of 72 grams per square metre (gsm), this fresh fibre fluting is designed to cut material consumption and related emissions while maintaining strict performance standards. For industry executives managing complex logistics, utilizing optimized corrugated packaging materials translates to enhanced cost efficiency.
The expanded containerboard line serves multiple demanding applications, including e-commerce packs, shelf-ready retail packaging, and fruit and vegetable punnets. Additionally, the range is approved for direct contact with dry, moist, and fatty foods, securing its place in diverse supply networks.
Key features of the broader Elevate portfolio include:
- Water resistance and complete recyclability.
- Integration with the lightweight kraftliner launched last September in 72gsm, 82gsm, and 92gsm grades.
Manufacturing of the Holmen Elevate Flute takes place at the Braviken Paper Mill in Sweden. The production process is tied to an integrated supply chain where pulpwood and wood chips are sourced from a nearby sawmill. By-products from this operation are subsequently reused for bioenergy or soil improvement, reflecting a strong operational lightweighting approach aligned with environmental targets.
Mathias Dufeld, Holmen board and paper containerboard segment owner, emphasized that fresh fibre is central to merging performance with sustainability. He stated that enabling lightweight corrugated solutions helps reduce material usage and improve cost efficiency while actively supporting circularity and the efficient deployment of resources.
