Italian Recycled Board Producer FM Cartiere Under Financial Strain, Applies for Temporary Layoffs

FM Cartiere, an Italian manufacturer of recycled cartonboard based in Piedmont, is facing financial strain due to prolonged difficult market conditions marked by weak demand and insufficient profitability. After several months of challenging circumstances, the company ceased regular operations in mid-September 2025 and applied for temporary layoffs affecting all 88 employees for one year. This measure reflects the significant pressures faced by FM Cartiere amidst a tough market for recycled board products. The situation underscores ongoing challenges within the European recycled cartonboard industry, emphasizing the broader need for market stabilization and strategic responses to maintain sustainable production and employment.