Forest Products Division News & Topics
Handling of All Pulp from Indonesia-based TEL
PT. Tanjungenim Lestari Pulp and Paper (TEL)
Acquiring the exclusive sales rights, Marubeni started handling all pulp produced by Indonesia-based TEL in June 2010.
Marubeni aims to expand pulp business further, especially in China, India, ASEAN, and the other countries where demands are growing.
Acquisition of Integrated Containerboard Raw Materials and Finished Products Manufacturer in Malaysia
GS Paper & Packaging Sdn. Bhd. (GSPP)
In August 2010, Marubeni took a stake in GS Paper & Packaging Sdn. Bnd. (GSPP), the largest containerboard manufacturing and sales company in Malaysia.
With GSPP as a base, Marubeni will develop a packaging business in ASEAN and surrounding regions where economic growth is expected.
Establishment of Joint Venture Company for Wood Chip Production in Cambodia
Chip loading port in Cambodia
In February 2011, Marubeni established HMM International, a wood chip production company in Cambodia.
Marubeni sees a potential that Cambodia is likely to be a dominant chip source in the future, and will develop a stable supply system for wood chip.
