Helsinki, Finland, 2014-02-17 14:00 CET (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
Suominen Corporation Press release 17 February 2014 at 15.00
SUOMINEN LAUNCHES VALUE-ADDING NOVOLINO™ NONWOVEN FOR TABLETOP PRODUCTS
Suominen, a global supplier of nonwovens and flexible packaging, has launched a new range of nonwoven materials for use in tabletop applications in the hotel, restaurant and catering (HoReCa) markets globally.
The Novolino nonwoven range of substrates, featuring a number of unique attributes, has already seen commercial success in both Europe and the Americas. The launch is in line with Suominen’s stated strategic objective of increasing the share of value added products in its portfolio. Novolino nonwoven products in tabletop usage represents Suominen’s expansion of its nonwoven business beyond wipes, where Suominen is the global leader.
Speaking of the product launch, Eileen Calder, Product Manager for Travel and Catering, said “Novolino nonwovens bring a new dimension to the tabletop market whilst adding value beyond the traditional offerings in this segment. With its soft and silky touch, Novolino nonwovens offer users a disposable alternative to traditional linen or other textile napkins, table covers or guest towels.”
For more information, please contact Eileen Calder, tel +44 7764 906735 or contact us at novolino@suominencorp.com.
Suominen in brief
Suominen supplies its industrial and retail customers with nonwovens and flexible packaging for use in consumer products worldwide. Suominen is the global market leader in nonwovens for wipes. The company employs more than 1,000 people in Europe and in the United States. Suominen’s net sales in 2013 amounted to MEUR 433.1 and operating profit excluding non-recurring items was MEUR 18.3 (continuing operations). The Suominen share (SUY1V) is listed in NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Stock Exchange. Read more at www.suominen.fi.