(UPM, Mills River, NC, April 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET) - UPM Raflatac, a global supplier of sustainable self-adhesive paper and film products, and Mark Andy, a leading manufacturer of narrow- and mid-web printing and finishing equipment, announce the renewal of their strategic partnership in the Americas for the sixth consecutive year. This global collaboration leverages UPM Raflatac's extensive portfolio of sustainable labeling materials and Mark Andy's cutting-edge printing technologies to deliver high-quality, innovative label printing solutions to the Americas and European markets.

The two companies work closely on a wide range of label materials compatible with Mark Andy's conventional, hybrid and digital printing presses, providing labeling solutions optimized for performance, sustainability and cost-efficiency. Both organizations remain committed to their ongoing partnership and recognize the value it brings to label and packaging converters.

"We're pleased to continue our partnership with Mark Andy, a market leader in conventional printing with a strong presence in the digital printing segment. By combining our expertise, we provide label printing solutions that help our customers stay ahead in a competitive market. We look forward to strengthening this collaboration and creating even more value for the industry," said Kirit Naik, Senior Manager, New Materials & Technologies, Graphics, UPM Raflatac.

"Sustainability is important to Mark Andy and that's why our ongoing collaboration with UPM Raflatac is such a natural fit," said Shannon Stamberger, Innovation Center Director at Mark Andy. "With customers more focused on sustainable manufacturing and materials than ever before, we believe this is a critical, value-added collaboration."

UPM Raflatac's label materials are featured at Mark Andy's demo centers, where they highlight the capabilities and benefits of the printing equipment to potential customers.

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 UPM Raflatac
UPM Raflatac offers high-quality self-adhesive paper and film products including label materials, graphics solutions and removable self-adhesive products. We operate 14 factories and deliver our innovative and sustainable products through our global network of distribution terminals. We are one of UPM's growth businesses and employ around 3,200 people. Our sales reached almost EUR 1,6 billion (USD 1,7 billion) in 2024. Read more: upmraflatac.com

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Mark Andy
As the world's leading printing and labels solutions company for over 75 years, Mark Andy provides smart, cost-effective, high-quality products and 360-degree service and support to the printing industry and converters - large and small. From pre-press to finishing, Mark Andy is committed to helping its customers grow through solid technology, a complete line of parts and supplies, and a strong portfolio of brands, including Rotoflex, Arpeco, Comco, Kluge, Presstek, and A.B. Dick. Based in Chesterfield, Missouri, Mark Andy serves customers in over 90 countries with the same vision: Your Growth is Our Growth. For more information, visit www.markandy.com.