gKRAFT
Keep up to date with news about the gKRAFT brand, sustainable packaging in general, and industry trends.
Join us at FACHPACK 2025 in Nuremberg!
Come and discover our innovative gKRAFT range from 23rd to 25th September at Hall 4A, Booth 4A-211. Explore packaging solutions that combine performance and environmental responsibility.
Fact-Checker: The Fake News about Paper [Infographic]
Fact-Checker: The Fake News about Paper [Infographic]

Why is the paper industry so beset by Fake News? There seems to be a lot of misunderstanding created around our production and use of paper. […]

In defense of the climate: Last call to save the planet
In defense of the climate: Last call to save the planet

The recent wildfires in Turkey and Greece and across the West Coast of the USA, together with the devastating flash flooding in China, Japan, and across […]

EU Bans Single-Use Plastics
EU Bans Single-Use Plastics

As of July 3, 2021, the European Union has banned single-use plastics. This is a huge step forward in the bid to reduce plastic waste going […]

The forest mosaic of Portugal
The forest mosaic of Portugal

One of the key characteristics of the Portuguese forest is its diversity. The known European data on land use and land cover type strengthen this idea, […]

Eucalyptus globulus: Giant of the forest
Eucalyptus globulus: Giant of the forest

Did you know that not all paper is the same? The choice of the wood pulp from which to make paper can have an impact on […]

Sustainable Food Packaging Trends
Sustainable Food Packaging Trends

Sustainability will be a key issue this year as nations around the world try to “build back better” as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. With […]

Forest protection certifications
Forest protection certifications

Paper is a product of natural origin, biodegradable and recyclable, and an ecological alternative to plastic. But not all the paper is the same. The paper […]

The intricacies of forest and their hidden value
The intricacies of forest and their hidden value

Imagine being able to pinpoint with millimeter-level accuracy what is happening in the forest. What species inhabit a particular area, and what weather conditions they experience […]

Paper and the Circular Economy
Paper and the Circular Economy

When influential investment firm BlackRock announced in January that sustainability would, from now on, be a part of its investment decisions, it sent shockwaves through business. […]

Sustainability Academy: Ending the Myths about Paper
Sustainability Academy: Ending the Myths about Paper

Sustainability initiatives often focus on reducing the use of paper but, in reality, paper is not one of the biggest contributors to carbon in the modern […]

Why the planet’s future also lays in sustainably managed forests?
Why the planet’s future also lays in sustainably managed forests?

We all know how important forests are for our present and future! Forests help to reduce our carbon footprint by absorbing carbon emissions and improving the […]

How the Paper Industry Is Working Together in Two Sides
How the Paper Industry Is Working Together in Two Sides

When we work together, we can achieve extraordinary things.  The concept of industry working together to achieve a common purpose is exemplified in the work of […]

Ditch the plastic for paper!
Ditch the plastic for paper!

We know the problems of plastic in the oceans.  Now that China has refused to take the plastic waste generated in Europe and North America, there […]

The role of managed forests in carbon offsetting
The role of managed forests in carbon offsetting

Reforesting our planet is one of the greatest challenges of our century.  It will be vital if we are to meet our climate targets and head […]

How paper is made: Pulp Manufacture
How paper is made: Pulp Manufacture

We’ve already taken you through the process of growing the trees and harvesting the wood. The next stage of making the paper is pulp manufacture. So, […]

How paper is made: Harvest the wood
How paper is made: Harvest the wood

In a recent blog we started to take you through the journey of how paper is made from Eucalyptus globulus, starting at the nurseries at Viveiros […]

How the paper is made: Nurseries
How the paper is made: Nurseries

We use it every single day in the office without giving it much of a second thought, but paper goes through a long journey before ending […]

Get to know eucalyptus better
Get to know eucalyptus better

With its unique characteristics, eucalyptus is one of the world’s most widely grown forest plants, meeting the demand for both forestry products and industrial use. A […]

The Navigator Company awarded top ESG honor
The Navigator Company awarded top ESG honor

Environmental and societal governance and sustainability are key values of the Navigator Co. SA. Now the European manufacturer has been recognized for its ESG commitments and […]

How many lives can paper have?
How many lives can paper have?

The most recent estimates state that the circular bioeconomy, which currently represents only 8.6% of the world economy, needs to grow to at least 17%, i.e. […]

Paper packaging and the circular economy
Paper packaging and the circular economy

How do we close the loop and reduce the environmental impact of our packaging? Switching to paper packaging from plastic is a big part of the […]

Preventing forest fires all year round
Preventing forest fires all year round

The forest that has been neglected or abandoned is more fragile and at risk of fire. As a result, rigorous monitoring and sustainable forest management based […]

Virgin fiber vs. recycled fiber?
Virgin fiber vs. recycled fiber?

There are plenty of different arguments on each side about whether you should purchase recycled paper. Where does the truth lie? Should you opt for virgin […]

Beyond the box: discover the benefits of paper packaging (Quiz)
Beyond the box: discover the benefits of paper packaging (Quiz)

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In an era where sustainability and environmental consciousness have taken center stage, paper packaging shines as a beacon of eco-friendly ingenuity. With its versatile nature and […]

Eco-Wonders: Unveiling the Remarkable Advantages of Paper Packaging
Eco-Wonders: Unveiling the Remarkable Advantages of Paper Packaging

In a world where environmental responsibility is our collective call to action, the packaging we choose matters more than ever. Amidst the array of options, paper […]

Navigating The EU’s Packaging Regulations
Navigating The EU’s Packaging Regulations

We all know the reasons why we need to ensure sustainability and to streamline packaging operations by switching to more sustainable products, such as paper. That’s […]