Sonoco (NYSE: SON), through its wholly owned unit Sonoco S.a.r.l., will increase prices by 60 Euro per ton for uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) sold in the EMEA region. The change applies to all shipments from September 15, 2026, driven by continued inflationary and cost pressures.
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Sonoco has announced a €60-per-ton price increase for uncoated recycled paperboard shipments in EMEA beginning September 15, 2026; if implemented, the change raises the amount customers pay per ton to Sonoco’s wholly owned unit.
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Paperboard price increase:60 Euro per tonEffective date:September 15, 2026Tube and core plants:19 plants+1 more
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Paperboard price increase60 Euro per tonUncoated recycled paperboard grades in EMEA
Effective dateSeptember 15, 2026Applies to shipments made on or after this date
Tube and core plants19 plantsSonoco S.a.r.l. operations in Europe
Paperboard millsfive millsSonoco S.a.r.l. operations in Europe
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uncoated recycled paperboard
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"increase prices by 60 Euro per ton for uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) grades"
A stiff, thick paper product made mostly from previously used paper fibers and left without a glossy or plastic covering; think of a plain cardboard box or cereal carton that isn’t laminated. It matters to investors because it signals lower material costs, easier recycling, and alignment with sustainability rules and consumer preferences, which can affect manufacturing expenses, regulatory risk, brand reputation, and demand for packaging suppliers.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sonoco S.a.r.l., a wholly owned unit of Sonoco Products Company (“Sonoco” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SON), a global leader in high-value sustainable packaging, announces it will increase prices by 60 Euro per ton for uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) grades sold by the Company in the EMEA region.
The increase is in direct response to the continued inflationary pressures on the business and will take effect for all shipments made on or after September 15, 2026.
“Geopolitical constraints and the continued inflationary business environment are driving cost increases across our operations and supply chain. Expected increases in energy and fuel costs are likely to further pressure our operating and transportation costs. As we are unable to absorb these additional costs, we are forced to pass them on to the market,” said Sonoco’s Karsten Kemmerling, Division Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Industrial Paper Packaging, EMEA.
Sonoco S.a.r.l. is wholly owned by Sonoco and operates 19 tubes and core plants and five paperboard mills in Europe.
About Sonoco Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and paper consumer and industrial packaging. A Fortune 500 company, Sonoco generated net sales of $7.5 billion from continuing operations in 2025 and has approximately 22,000 employees working in 263 operations in 37 countries, serving some of the world’s best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune in 2026 as well as one of America’s Most Admired and Responsible Companies by Fortune and Newsweek. In 2025, the Company was included on USA TODAY’s list of America’s Climate Leaders. For more information on the Company, visit our website at www.sonoco.com.
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FAQ
What pricing change did Sonoco (SON) announce for paperboard in EMEA on August 25, 2026?
Sonoco announced a 60 Euro per ton price increase for uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) in the EMEA region. According to Sonoco, the adjustment responds to ongoing inflationary pressures impacting its operations and supply chain costs across the region.
When will Sonoco’s new URB paperboard prices take effect in the EMEA region?
The new URB prices will apply to all shipments made on or after September 15, 2026. According to Sonoco, customers in the EMEA region will see the 60 Euro per ton increase reflected on deliveries shipped from that date forward.
Which Sonoco products are affected by the 60 Euro per ton price increase in EMEA?
The price change applies specifically to uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) grades sold by Sonoco in the EMEA region. According to Sonoco, other product categories are not mentioned in this announcement as being subject to the same price adjustment.
Why is Sonoco raising URB paperboard prices in the EMEA region in 2026?
Sonoco is raising prices due to continued inflationary pressures, including expected increases in energy and fuel costs. According to Sonoco, these rising operating and transportation expenses can no longer be fully absorbed, prompting the 60 Euro per ton URB price increase.
How extensive are Sonoco’s paperboard and tubes operations in Europe related to the SON price increase?
Sonoco S.a.r.l., which is implementing the URB price increase, operates 19 tubes and core plants and five paperboard mills in Europe. According to Sonoco, this European footprint supports its industrial paper packaging business across the EMEA region.
Does the Sonoco (SON) URB price increase affect all customers across the EMEA region?
The announced 60 Euro per ton increase applies to URB grades sold by Sonoco in the EMEA region for shipments after September 15, 2026. According to Sonoco, it is a broad regional adjustment responding to cost inflation across its operations and supply chain.
