sappi

Sappi Limited is a multinational pulp and paper company headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is a leading producer of dissolving pulp, as well as printing papers and packaging papers used in a range of applications from publishing to consumer packaging. The company operates in three main regions—North America, Europe, and Africa—and owns and operates a network of pulp mills and paper mills, supplying products to customers worldwide through an integrated supply chain and distribution system.

Sappi traces its origins to 1936 in South Africa as South African Pulp and Paper Industries Limited. It later adopted SAPPI as a brand name and ultimately Sappi Limited as the corporate identity, expanding internationally through acquisitions and joint ventures to become a global supplier of pulp and paper products.

In addition to its core products, Sappi serves dissolving pulp markets used to manufacture textile fibers and other specialty materials. The company emphasizes sustainability and responsible forestry, energy efficiency, water stewardship, and emissions reduction. It reports on environmental and social performance and holds certifications for responsible sourcing and chain of custody in several regions.