APRIL INTERNATIONAL ENTERPRISE PTE LTD (APRIL) APPOINTS SCALDERHURST LTD AS SOLE DISTRIBUTOR FOR THE UK AND IRELAND FOR GC1 & GC2 FOLDING BOX BOARDS
20 FEBRUARY 2025
Ashford, Kent – February 5, 2025 – April, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality paper and board products, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scalderhurst Ltd as its sole appointed distributor for the UK and Ireland. This strategic partnership will focus on the distribution of April’s premium GC1 & GC2 Folding Box Boards, Art Boards and Cup Stock Boards.
Scalderhurst Ltd, renowned for its exceptional service and extensive market reach, offers April’s packaging boards, known for their superior quality and versatility. Key attributes of this product range include:
- Exceptional Quality and Competitive Pricing: Ensuring cost-effective solutions for all customers.
- Comprehensive UK Stocks: Readily available stock to meet immediate and large-scale demands.
- In-house Conversion Facilities at Scalderhurst: Providing tailored solutions and quick turnaround times for bespoke size sheets and reels fulfilled in the UK
- Food Contact Accreditations: Certified for safety in food packaging applications (ISEGA BfR Recommendation XXXVI food contact, including for fatty foods)
- Carbon Balancing: provided by Scalderhurst
- PEFC certified
April operates one of the largest, most modern board machines in the world. The company is committed to a robust programme of corporate social responsibility, holding numerous environmental accreditations and maintaining a closed-loop chain of custody that is second to none.
“We are thrilled to partner with Scalderhurst Ltd, a company that shares our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction,” said Kenrick Chew, April’s Regional Sales Head – Paperboard Europe (West & East). “This collaboration will enhance our service capabilities, grow our market share and ensure that our customers in the UK and Ireland receive the best products and support.”
For more information, please contact: St John Harvey at Scalderhurst Ltd: stjohn.harvey@scalderhurst.co.uk
Additional information:
About April International Enterprise Pte Ltd
April is a global leader in the production of high-quality paper and board products, dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. With a diverse product range and a commitment to excellence, April Paper Co serves a wide array of industries worldwide.
About Scalderhurst Ltd
Scalderhurst Ltd is a leading, UK based independent stocking merchant and convertor of paper and packaging products established 51 years ago, known for its extensive inventory, exceptional flexibility, customer service and industry expertise.
For media inquiries, please contact:
St John Harvey
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stjohn.harvey@scalderhurst.co.uk
+44 (0)7974 807065