Opal Cartons New Zealand has invested in a Koenig & Bauer printer for its Christchurch site. The company says this demonstrates its commitment to innovation and high-quality print for local manufacturing in the South Island.
Terri Smith, general manager of Opal Cartons New Zealand, says this investment offers significant advantages, using the latest technology to create additional capacity through efficiencies and high quality printed products for Opal’s valued customers.
She says, “This investment shows our commitment to integrate advanced technology into our South Island Carton site and deliver the best quality products for our customers.
“The press’s technological features will enhance our production capabilities and set new benchmarks in efficiency and quality, allowing us to continue offering unmatched services to customers not only in the South Island, but across New Zealand.
“This investment furthers our commitment to ensuring carton packaging for New Zealand is made in New Zealand by those on the ground at our South Island site.”
Opal Cartons Christchurch has manufactured cartons for more than 40 years, supplying a range of key industries including FMCG, Seafood, Dairy and Beverages.
The business won gold in the Structural Design Packaging category at the Pride in Print 2024 Awards for the design of a cookie bucket sleeve developed in collaboration with well-known New Zealand brand and Opal Cartons customer, Cookie Time.
