Paul adds that corrugated packaging is a volumesensitive business , which means the currently subdued economy makes for a difficult trading environment . “ We are investing in added value product capability and are actively working to diversify our sectors . This also helps us as we begin to see competing paper companies and sheet feeders increase their level of vertical integration and manufacturing capability , thus reducing the available free market . Our fourth quarter is usually accompanied by a seasonal peak in corrugated demand , which is typically 25 percent higher than the trough of the first quarter . First and foremost , given where the economy is heading , I think we want to survive and hopefully thrive with the decisions we take as these challenges begin to iron out ,” he says .

Supreme flexibility

On that note , the future for the business looks promising , and Paul ’ s perspective is an optimistic one . He believes that the next few years will bring prosperity for Onboard Corrugated , as it strives to remain a leader within the industry . “ We are now considered as one of the mainstream sheet feeders in the UK . When people think of sheet board ,