Supreme Paper Mills Strengthens Its Presence in the Premium Kraft Paper Segment with an Installed Manufacturing Capacity of 54,000 MTPA

Supreme Paper Mills Strengthens Its Presence in the Premium Kraft Paper Segment with an Installed Manufacturing Capacity of 54,000 MTPA

- The new product range has been developed for shopping bags, paper bags, envelopes, lamination, flexible paper tubes, and food & pharmaceutical packaging

The Pulp and Paper Times

As the global packaging industry continues to embrace sustainable and recyclable solutions, the Indian kraft paper market is witnessing sustained long-term growth. Rising demand from the e-commerce, FMCG, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial packaging sectors is creating significant opportunities for manufacturers of high-quality kraft paper. While the industry is currently experiencing pricing pressure due to additional capacities, the long-term outlook remains highly encouraging as paper-based packaging continues to replace conventional plastic alternatives.

Talking to The Pulp and Paper Times, Mr. Samir Poddar, Vice President – Marketing & Product Development- Supreme Paper Mill, said, Recognising these evolving market dynamics, Supreme Paper Mills Ltd. is making a strategic investment in the premium kraft paper segment with an installed manufacturing capacity of 54,000 metric tonnes per annum. The company will manufacture premium unbleached kraft paper in the 50–120 GSM range designed to meet the demanding performance standards of modern packaging applications.

“The new product range has been developed for shopping bags, paper bags, envelopes, lamination, flexible paper tubes, and food & pharmaceutical packaging. Manufactured with a strong emphasis on high tensile strength, excellent runnability, low odour, and consistent quality, these grades are intended to deliver superior performance across a wide range of converting applications,

“Rather than competing solely in the commodity segment, Supreme Paper Mills is focused on creating value through quality, consistency, product innovation, and customer-centric solutions. By concentrating on premium applications and specialised grades, the company aims to establish long-term partnerships with converters, packaging manufacturers, and brand owners who value reliability, sustainability, and technical excellence.” Mr. Poddar informed.

“We are confident that our upcoming product range will set new benchmarks in quality and emerge as one of the finest offerings available in the market." He said.

Alongside strengthening its domestic presence, the company is actively developing export markets across Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the United States, thereby expanding its international footprint and diversifying its customer base.

Supreme Paper Mills has built a diversified product portfolio comprising Writing & Printing Papers, Bulky Book Paper, Newsprint Paper, Lamination Base Paper, and Premium Kraft Papers. This balanced product mix enables the company to serve multiple industry sectors while maintaining the flexibility to respond efficiently to changing market requirements.

“Backed by advanced manufacturing technology, stringent quality standards and a strong commitment to innovation, our objective is to deliver kraft papers that offer superior strength, consistency and performance,” Mr. Poddar said.

The global demand for sustainable packaging papers is growing rapidly, particularly in the food, pharmaceutical and industrial packaging sectors, as industries increasingly seek environmentally responsible alternatives to plastic.

With a clear strategic vision, modern manufacturing capabilities, and an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, Supreme Paper Mills Ltd. is well positioned to emerge as one of India's most trusted manufacturers of premium kraft paper, serving both domestic and international markets.
 

Published at : Aug 10, 2026 06:30 AM (IST)

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