Papyrus to launch new range of ‘guilt-free’ fine papers at Sri Lanka Print 2020

An artist’s impression of the Papyrus Papers stall at the upcoming Sri Lanka Print 2020 Exhibition

Aficionados of fine paper and environment-conscious users will have an opportunity to examine an exciting new range of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified, 100% recycled special papers and boards at the Papyrus Papers stall at the upcoming Sri Lanka Print 2020 Exhibition.

Sri Lanka’s leading supplier of ‘guilt-free’ FSC certified papers, Papyrus Papers has announced it will launch the new range at stall number 13 in Hall ‘B’ of the BMICH at the exhibition, which runs from 13 to 15 March. The stall itself will be of an innovative design, constructed with eco-friendly and biodegradable materials, in keeping with the theme of the exhibition – ‘The Gateway to Southeast Asia & Beyond through Sustainability in Printing & Packaging’ – the company said.

Papyrus Papers has been promoting the concept of ‘green printing’ in Sri Lanka for the past decade and will display its new range of special papers and boards at the stall as well as at the Innovation Lab at the exhibition. Representatives of the company will assist visitors with information regarding the FSC certification, recycled paper and information on the broad spectrum of colours and grammages of paper featured on the swatches.

Commenting on the launch of the new range at the exhibition, Papyrus Corporation Chairman and CEO Ashan Abeyesundere said: “Papyrus Papers has long understood the need to give printers and their end users sustainable solutions in the paper they use. Sustainable printing contributes to cutting costs, saving the environment, being health conscious and minimising waste of paper, ink, energy and finances.” 

The printing industry in Sri Lanka is now moving with the global trend of promoting sustainable print solutions, and since the country is strategically located in the Indian Ocean, it has ample opportunity to be the print hub of South East Asia, Abeyesundere said. “As the dominant FSC certified fine paper supplier in the country, Papyrus Papers is fully geared to meet a consequent increase in demand,” he added.

The Forest Stewardship Council sets standards for responsible forest management. A voluntary program, FSC uses the power of the marketplace to protect forests for future generations. FSC certification ensures that products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits.

Established in 2002, Papyrus Papers is the biggest supplier of FSC certified Fine Paper in Sri Lanka. It offers designers and printers an unparalleled range of fine papers in a broad choice of colours, grammages and textures, for an assortment of creative applications. It has from inception represented Arjowiggins, the company that owns the Conqueror brand, and added the Italian brand Favini 13 years ago. The company operates via four main dealers in Colombo and Kandy, 10 sub-dealers island-wide and several retailers.