UPM Communication Papers strengthens commitment to U.S. market with long-term shipping partnership and port expansion

UPM Communication Papers is expanding its logistics presence in the United States through a renewed shipping partnership and new port operations. Starting next year, UPM will continue its long-term freight agreement with Dutch shipping company Spliethoff, maintaining regular shipments from Europe to Jacksonville, Florida. A new port contract with Enstructure, effective this autumn, will additionally enable deliveries to Wilmington, Delaware. “These agreements reflect our strong commitment to the North American market and reinforce our promise to deliver reliable and efficient service to our customers across the region,” says Gunnar Eberhardt, Executive Vice President, UPM Communication Papers.


On January 1, 2026, UPM will renew its long-standing collaboration with Spliethoff, one of Europe’s largest and most experienced shipping companies. For over 25 years, Spliethoff has reliably transported a broad range of UPM business area offerings – including products from UPM Communication Papers, Specialty Papers, Plywood, and Fibres – from Europe to global markets.

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