UPM Raflatac celebrates 20th Russian anniversary

UPM Raflatac is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its operations in Russia. The company was the first international manufacturer of self-adhesive label materials to open its own slitting and distribution terminal in Russia, in 2009. Todayit  offers comprehensive service and logistical support for deliveries direct from sales offices and slitting facilities in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

‘Russia is among the largest growing markets for label materials, and delivery speed has a big influence on demand,’ described Artjom Shvedun, sales director for UPM Raflatac in Russia. ‘Today we have the capacity to deliver from two Russian terminals to almost all our local customers within 48 hours.’

The Russian division opened with a staff of one in 1993. Today a team of 60 professionals works to meet the challenges of a growing market. ‘There’s very high competition in Russia among printers and suppliers of self-adhesive materials, so it’s essential to maintain the highest standards of quality and service – and our team knows how to do it,’ said Shvedun.

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