SCA increases the prices on white and brown kraftliner in Europe by €50 per tonne. The new price is valid from December 1, 2021.
“The kraftliner market remains strong”, comments Mikael Frölander, VP Sales and Marketing Containerboard. “We have a firm confidence in transport packaging, while we see a limited product supply.”
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