UPM Raflatac strengthens Asia-Pacific distribution

UPM Raflatac, a supplier of pressure sensitive labelstock and RFID tags and inlays, is opening a new terminal in Indonesia. The opening of the new terminal will be celebrated on March 16, 2006 in Bekasi near the Indonesian capital of Jakarta.

The new terminal provides slitting facilities for UPM Raflatac’s filmic and paper labelstocks. It also strengthens the company’s delivery capabilities to customers in the Asia-Pacific region.

‘This addition to UPM Raflatac’s already extensive distribution network reinforces our commitment to delivering high-quality labelstock with minimal lead time,’ commented Jussi Vanhanen, senior vice president, UPM Raflatac Asia-Pacific. ‘Presence in the region’s fast growing market also strengthens UPM Raflatac’s position as a local supplier with global expertise.’

UPM Raflatac is investing heavily in the region’s labeling business. In addition to the new terminal, UPM Raflatac recently announced the construction of a world-class pressure sensitive labelstock production facility in China. UPM Raflatac currently operates factories in the Asia-Pacific region in China, Malaysia and Australia. Extensive local service is provided through a broad network of sales offices and terminals.