

Recycling: The 7th Source of Life
Educational environmental campaign for second and third grade students. The educational campaign "Recycling: The 7th Source of Life" is a comprehensive, experiential environmental education program for second and third grade students. It is based on the concept of the "7th Source of Life", i.e. materials that do not end up in waste, but return to the life cycle through recycling. The campaign aims to help students understand that recycling is not the end of a material's life,


The strategic importance of Communication in modern businesses (05/03/2026)
Contact as at secretary.general@hppa.gr to register.


Your body works with you. Take care of it.
New Health & Safety Campaign Health and Safety at work is a key priority for HPPA and its member companies. The Association promotes a culture of prevention and responsibility, where the protection of human life and the well-being of employees is at the heart of every activity. Health and safety at work is not only an obligation, but an ongoing commitment to the people in the industry . Contact us if you wish to receive the e files for use. See our new campaign here.


Students in Action
An HPPA initiative to connect academia with the paper packaging industry. The "Students in Action" program is a strategic action of HPPA, which aims to create a permanent channel of cooperation between the industry and the academic community. Its goal is to bring students into direct contact with the real needs and applications of industry, enhancing the practical dimension of their studies and broadening their professional prospects. The program functions as an "umbrella"


PACK INSIGHTS: Corrugated Paper Packaging, at the forefront of the Green Transition
Corrugated paper packaging is one of the most mature and dynamic industries of the Greek economy. With a turnover of up to 1 billion. and approximately 3,000 employees, the sector supports critical value chains – from agricultural products and food to e-commerce and industrial production. Read the article here


Corrugated Paper Packaging: The Modern Production Process at the Heart of Sustainable Industrial Development
· 1 billion. € turnover | >3,000 employees | Coverage of almost the entire domestic market · Investments of more than €200 million. in modern production lines · Full automation and real-time digital quality control · Reduction of raw material consumption by 6% through lightweighting techniques · 88% average recycled content and integration of design for recycling principles Athens, February 17, 2026 Hellenic Paper Packaging Producers


ALLPACK magazine: Paper packaging as a pillar of resilient and responsible Greek industry.
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HPPA : Notification
Athens, 10 February 2026 HPPA – Hellenic Paper Packaging Association expresses its profound sorrow for the loss of Mr. Thomas Sefertzis. The late Mr. Sefertzis served as President of VIOKYT PACKAGING S.A., Managing Director of SCA Packaging Hellas S.A. (now DS Smith Hellas), as well as Secretary General of FEFCO, making a substantial contribution to the development and representation of the paper packaging sector at both national and European level. Our sincere condolences to


O HPPA @ Global Pack 2025
HPPA @ Global Pack 2025 For the first time, HPPA is taking part in the international exhibition Global Pack 2025 (7–11 November 2025) and warmly invites you to our official event titled: “Corrugated Paper Packaging: Challenges & Perspectives for a Sustainable Future in Greece and Europe” 📅 Friday, 7 November 2025 | 🕒 15:30–17:15📍 Metropolitan Expo, Athens | Hall 3 During the event, we will highlight the economic and environmental role of the corrugated packaging industry,
Waste management and recycling in Greece: Data and comparison with the EU
Waste management and recycling are key pillars of the European strategy for sustainable development. Despite progress in several countries, Greece still lags significantly behind the European Union average. The situation in Greece (data up to 2022) According to the latest available data from the European Environment Agency (EEA) and Eurostat: • The recycling and preparation for reuse rate for municipal waste is around 17%, while the EU average is around 49%. • Landfilling
Joint Industry Statement
Joint Industry Statement on mandatory reuse and replenishment targets
Establishment of the Hellenic Paper Packaging Association
HPPA (Hellenic Paper Packaging Association) was founded in October 2022 by the majority of corrugated packaging companies in Greece. More...









