Paper Recycling
Paper recycling is the collection and processing of used paper products to make new paper products and involves a number of steps before it even gets to the paper mill.
Paper Industry
PAMSA supports the South African pulp and paper industry in pre-competitive and common areas of environmental issues, education and training, and research and development.
Paper Explained
Paper has a fascinating history. Developed centuries ago, it has been through the mill – literally and figuratively – in terms of what it’s made from and how it is made.
About PAMSA
The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) lives and breathes all things paper. As an industry association, it looks after the pre-competitive legislative, education, environment, research and recycling interests of the pulp, paper, board and tissue sector in South Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to our list of frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Latest News
Find the latest trends, topics, and news surrounding paper, paper recycling, and the paper industry.
South Africans Urged to Improve Their Recycling Habits Ahead of Global Recycling Day
Global Recycling Day takes place annually on 18 March. While South Africa recycles an average 1.1 million tonnes of paper and paper packaging each year, a significant amount is lost when it is discarded with wet waste, lost to the environment as litter or stored up in homes and businesses as documents and paper packaging. […]
Sappi delivers solid results in difficult economic climate
Commenting on the group’s results, Sappi Chief Executive Officer Steve Binnie said: “Within the context of ongoing challenging global macroeconomic conditions and weak paper markets I am pleased that the group delivered EBITDA of US$156 million, which was in line with guidance provided in the prior quarter.” Profitability was negatively impacted by approximately US$45 million […]
European Union entry procedure of goods as of 3 June 2024
Important changes concerning safety and security data reporting requirements Safety and security changes in the transportation of goods by sea, road and rail to the EU The European Union’s new customs pre-arrival safety and security system – Import Control System 2 (ICS2) – will introduce a new process for entry of goods by maritime and […]
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