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Industrial Project Update

Flint Group Plans to Expand Resin Production Facility in Caronno, Italy

Project Status Completed / Operational
Estimated Cost Not Disclosed
Project Type Capacity Expansion & Technology Upgrade
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Project Overview

Flint Group has expanded its resin production facility in Caronno, Italy, to meet the growing demand for nitrocellulose (NC)-free ink technologies in the flexible packaging market. The investment enhances the company's production capacity for critical resin intermediates used in polyurethane (PU) and acrylic-based inks, while strengthening supply chain integration and supporting the packaging industry's transition toward more sustainable and recyclable solutions.

Project Description

Introduction:

Flint Group, a leading supplier of inks and coatings for the global print and packaging industry, has expanded its resin production facility in Caronno, Italy.

Features:

This strategic investment addresses the growing demand for nitrocellulose (NC)-free ink technologies in the flexible packaging sector.

The upgrade significantly enhances the company’s capacity to produce essential resin intermediates for polyurethane (PU) and acrylic-based inks.

It strengthens Flint Group’s vertically integrated supply chain, ensuring stable access to critical raw materials.

The new resins offer high chemical stability, support recycling compatibility, and help converters comply with the upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

https://www.flintgrp.com/

Key Project Details

Location
Caronno, Italy
Company
Flint Group
Industry
Printing Inks, Coatings & Packaging Materials
Equipment
Resin Production Systems, Chemical Processing Equipment, Resin Intermediate Manufacturing Facilities
Application
NC-Free Inks, Polyurethane (PU) Inks, Acrylic-Based Inks for Flexible Packaging
Project Phase
Expansion Completed / Operational