Progroup and Akarton begin collaboration at Schüttorf site

Group 1 - Progroup has partnered with Akarton for operations at the Schüttorf packaging park in Germany, following the conclusion of a previous partnership at the site [1] - This partnership aims to reinstate the full value chain at Schüttorf and strengthen connections with independent packaging manufacturers [2] - Co-locating production and processing is expected to provide operational advantages such as consistent supply of corrugated board sheets, quicker turnaround times, improved supply dependability, and potentially reduced carbon emissions [2] Group 2 - The proximity of the two facilities is anticipated to streamline workflows, enhance production flexibility, and lower logistics costs by minimizing vehicle movements between sites [3] - Progroup's corrugated sheetfeeder factory in Cessalto, Italy, commenced regular production in August 2025, with an annual capacity of approximately 200,000 tonnes [3][4] - Progroup is one of Europe's largest producers of containerboard and corrugated sheetboard, operating production facilities across six Central European countries [4][5]