Corrugated packaging is good for society
15 December
Many fundamental questions continue to be asked about our
international  nancial system and the values behind capitalism. It’s right that these questions should be asked and the answers may lead to a better way forward.

Is the tide turning for UK manufacturing?
13 December
On 6 December, at an event in the grand surroundings of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers, there was a palpable sense of optimism. The gathering consisted of representatives from
some of Britain’s leading manufacturing companies and around thirty parliamentarians from both the Lords and Commons.

Introducing the new CEPI Chairman: Jussi Pesonen, CEO of UPM
12 December
The Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jussi Pesonen as next CEPI chairman.

Paper-based packaging industry takes a commitment on mineral oils in food packaging
8 December
Despite the absence of clear scientific and regulatory guidance the industry has already made significant progress towards reducing the levels of mineral oils contained in its processes and products. In some cases a reduction of up to 90% in mineral oil levels has been observed over the last 24 months.

Support for Papermaking Announced in the Autumn Statement
2 December
CPI was pleased to hear George Osborne recognise the importance of Energy Intensive Industries (EIIs) to the UK economy and make specific reference to the Papermaking Industry.

CPI Biennial Health & Safety Conference 2011 – ‘Being the Difference Together’
14 November
Over 180 Paper Industry delegates from all levels attended the conference, from CEOs and Managing Directors, to Safety Practitioners and Safety Representatives. Delegates were treated to an incredible day of mixed emotions from a variety of speakers.

MPs and Corrugated Industry meet to share ideas
1 November 2011
The Confederation of Paper Industries’ Parliamentary Reception proved to be a great success again this year, with 18 Members of Parliament attending to speak to representatives of the Corrugated Packaging Industry.

Renewable Heat Incentive – Confederation of Paper Industries deplores the reduction in support for large biomass installations
28 October
DECC has announced that the final approved level of support for heat produced in large biomass installations under the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) has been set at 1.0p per kWh – slashed by almost two thirds from the originally proposed level after refusal by the European Commission to grant the necessary State Aid Approval.

Corrugated of Course
20 October
FEFCO, the European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers, announces today the launch of a new communication platform entitled "Corrugated Of Course”, a website with information and commentary on topics of relevance to user groups and policy makers.

CPI Director General Briefing to MPs: Cumulative Impact of Legislation - Need for a Rethink
10 October
David Workman, CPI Director General, has released his latest briefing to MPs, outlining the action CPI believes government needs to consider to tackle some key industry issues.
Latest MPs Briefing can be downloaded here.

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CPI in robust debate on future of UK manufacturing
7 June
CPI, together with other representatives of UK manufacturing industry, took part in the second of the current series of roundtable discussions with parliamentarians on 12 May at the House of Commons. The subject was ‘Manufacturing in the Economy’ and attendees included members of the Business, Innovation and Skills Select Committee and the All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Packaging Manufacturing Industry.

Confederation of Paper Industries Elects Will Oldman as Vice President/President Elect
24 May
CPI is pleased to announce the election of Will Oldham as Vice President / President Elect, in advance of assuming the role of President later in 2011.

New Chairman looks to the future of corrugated - OPINION
10 May
In mid-March Richard Coward, Managing Director of Rigid Containers, became Chairman of the CPI Corrugated Sector, which represents the UK corrugated packaging industry.

CPI Appoints Stuart Pohler as Recovered Paper Sector Manager
6 May
CPI is pleased to announce the appointment of Stuart Pohler as its
Recovered Paper Sector Manager. Stuart joins CPI with a wealth of experience in the Waste Management Industry.

Industry Guideline for Paper & Board in Food Contact
4 May
At the European Parliament on 3 May, the International Confederation of paper and board Converters in Europe (CITPA) and the Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) ,presented the voluntary ‘Industry Guideline for the Compliance of Paper & Board Materials and Articles for Food Contact’.

2010 Annual Review - Paper: The Good News Story
28 April
The Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) has today released its 2010 Annual Review. The 2010 Annual Review emphasises the positive aspects of the UK Paper Industry’s performance over the last decade. Click image to launch.

'After Sales Service' Needed Following Promotion of Bio-Energy
13 April
Preliminary analysis of the National Renewable Energy Action Plans shows that Member States count on wood to cover a high proportion of their 2020 Renewable Energy Targets. But are the plans realistic? Will they actually be implemented?

CPI engages in top level talks on UK manufacturing
29 March
The first of a series of round table discussions on the future of UK manufacturing, part sponsored by CPI on behalf of the corrugated packaging industry, has taken place at Westminster.

CPI Director General David Workman, on BBC Radio 4’s consumer affairs programme, ‘You & Yours’

Further details, and a link to listen to the interview can be found at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00f8s50

Focus on industrial raw materials must be kept clear
2 February
The European Paper Industry welcomes the Commission’s communication on raw materials, adopted today. Concrete actions are needed to address the increasingly critical supply of raw materials to European Industries.