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The ECMA Congress, one of the industry's most prestigious events organized annually by the European Carton Makers Association (ECMA) in a different European country, is returning to Turkey after a 16-year hiatus. A press launch was held on September 16 ahead of the congress, which will take place in Istanbul on September 17-18-19, 2025.

ECMA – European Carton Makers Association Pharma Forum Member, Carton Packaging Manufacturers Association (KASAD) Board Member, and Lithosan Printing Publishing Packaging Industry and Trade Inc. Board Member Aylin Topal Yılmaz took her place at the launch event attended by NGOs, industry representatives, and members of the press.

This year's ECMA Congress, themed "Bright Future with Carton Packaging," will unveil the European Carton Packaging Outlook 2025 Report and share a strategic roadmap that will shape the future of the industry. Throughout the Congress, critical issues such as sustainable packaging solutions, the climate crisis, deforestation, and the impact of new European regulations on the industry will be discussed. The effects of legal regulations that will soon come into force in Europe on the carton packaging industry will be addressed in detail. Additionally, the European Carton Packaging Excellence Awards, Pro Carton Young Designers Awards, and Student Video Awards will be presented during the event.

As Lithosan, we continue to contribute to the development of the industry and work steadfastly towards a sustainable future.