New High-Yield Packaging Board, Performa Nova, Launched by Stora Enso
Stora Enso is strengthening its position as a global leader in fiber-based packaging with the introduction of Performa Nova, a next-generation folding boxboard (FBB) that delivers high yield alongside superior performance. This latest innovation is designed to meet the rising demand for renewable, recyclable, and resource-efficient packaging—especially within high-volume segments like dry, frozen, and chilled foods, as well as chocolate and confectionery.
Performa Nova is now available for commercial orders following the successful launch of Stora Enso’s state-of-the-art consumer board production line in Oulu, Finland. This milestone marks a significant step in the company’s strategic investment in sustainable fiber-based materials, further reinforcing its long-term commitment to circular packaging solutions and material innovation.
At the heart of Performa Nova is FiberLight Tec, Stora Enso’s proprietary and thoroughly tested manufacturing technology. This innovative process enables the creation of board that is both lightweight and exceptionally strong, allowing converters and brand owners to use less material while maintaining structural integrity and visual appeal. This means more packages can be produced from the same amount of raw material—translating to better resource efficiency without compromising packaging quality.
“At the core of Performa Nova is a breakthrough in how we approach strength and sustainability,” says Tuomas Puonti, Vice President of Product Development at Stora Enso Packaging Materials. “By leveraging our FiberLight Tec technology, we’ve been able to develop a product that supports brand owners’ and converters’ efficiency goals while maintaining the high standards required for protecting packaged products.”
Engineered to meet stringent industry requirements, Performa Nova delivers excellent stiffness, high box compression strength, and a smooth surface optimized for premium printing results. These qualities make it especially suitable for demanding end-use applications, including food-safe packaging. The board can also be combined with barrier coatings for enhanced moisture and grease resistance, expanding its usability in more challenging packaging environments.
Available in grammages ranging from 200 to 315 g/m², Performa Nova adds to Stora Enso’s broad portfolio of carton board solutions. Its launch underscores the company’s role in driving innovation across the packaging sector, offering customers not only flexibility and performance but also a path toward more sustainable and circular packaging systems.
By introducing Performa Nova, Stora Enso continues to advance the shift from fossil-based to renewable packaging alternatives, supporting the evolving needs of modern brands and consumers alike—where environmental responsibility and packaging performance are no longer mutually exclusive.
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