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  • Oct 14, 2024
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Mondi, a sustainable packaging and paper company, has finalised a €95 million investment aimed at boosting efficiency and sustainability at its Świecie containerboard mill in Poland.


This upgrade is expected to increase the mill's kraftliner production capacity by 55,000 tonnes annually, addressing the rising demand for heavy-duty packaging solutions.


The extensive project includes significant upgrades to paper machines PM2 and PM5, the installation of a new anaerobic treatment plant with an integrated cooling system, and enhancements to the pulp mill, recycled fibre line and energy recovery systems.


These improvements are designed to elevate product quality while simultaneously reducing water consumption and wastewater emissions, thereby increasing overall energy efficiency.


Since completing the upgrades in June, Mondi has expanded its ProVantage SmartKraft Brown product line, offering a wider range of grammage options.


The enhanced brown kraftliner is engineered to provide exceptional strength and runnability, catering to diverse packaging needs while emphasising sustainability.


Tomasz Katewicz, managing director of Mondi Świecie, said: “The completion of this project marks a milestone for Mondi Świecie, enabling us to advance our operations and deliver even higher-quality paper to our customers”.


This investment aligns with Mondi's overarching commitment to sustainability, as outlined in its Mondi Action Plan 2030. The initiative not only aims to improve operational efficiency but also reinforces the company’s dedication to sustainable practices within the industry.


Furthermore, the project is expected to bolster the local economy by providing competitive employment opportunities and contributing to the region's economic development.


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Ella’s Kitchen launches new children's snack range

Ella’s Kitchen is expanding beyond the baby food aisle with the launch of Ella’s Kitchen Kids, a new product line aimed at children aged 18 months and older.


The launch marks a significant strategic move for the brand as it looks to extend its presence beyond the weaning category and capture growing demand for healthier snack options for toddlers and young children.


Positioned as a “better-for-you” alternative to traditional children’s snacks, the new range combines bold flavours, playful branding and convenient formats with the nutritional standards parents associate with the Ella’s Kitchen brand.


The company said the range was developed in response to changing family eating habits and the lack of minimally processed snack options for older toddlers outside the baby aisle.


Initial products include Ella’s Kitchen Kids Crunchy Stix in Cheese + Onion, Tomato + Basil and Pesto varieties, alongside Ella’s Kitchen Kids Wild Crackers available in Tomato + Oregano, Pea + Basil and Carrot + Rosemary flavours.


Designed for lunchboxes, picnics and snacking occasions, the products are formulated with reduced salt levels and classified as non-HFSS options. According to the company, the Crunchy Stix contain less than 0.04g of salt per pack, while the Crackers contain less than 0.05g per serving.


Emma Wood, Senior Brand Manager at Ella’s Kitchen, said: “Ella’s Kitchen Kids is about recognising that the journey doesn’t stop at baby food. As little ones grow, their tastes, independence and routines all change – but parents still want options they can feel good about.”


The launch also signals Ella’s Kitchen’s wider ambitions within the children’s snacking market, with additional products and categories expected later this year.


Wood added that the company aims to help “raise the standards of the kids’ food category” by balancing taste, convenience and nutrition.

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