UPM Raflatac has completed its acquisition of the labelstock business operations of Gascogne Laminates Switzerland of the Gascogne Group, which was announced on June 1 of this year. Gascogne Laminates Switzerland employs approximately 110 people in its operations in Martigny, Switzerland.

“UPM Raflatac has focused in recent years on growth in special labelstock products. As a result of this transaction we will strengthen our position in this product area in Europe,” says Tapio Kolunsarka, senior vice president, Europe, Middle-East and Africa.

UPM has started employee consultations in Martigny in order to adjust the cost structure and organization of the factory to a sustainable level.