They employ 5000 to 5100 people. Moreover there is a large number of companies importing paper, cardboard and final products. Main importing countries for these products are Cyprus, the United Kingdom, Syria, Jordan and Israel. The United States is the leader in pulp, paper and cardboard production. It is also the biggest consumer, having the highest per capita consumption of paper products worlwide.
Japan comes next in producing and consuming paper and cardboards.
Regarding the per capita consumption Finland holds the second position, followed by Hong-Kong. Development prospects vary with in each subsector. Stagnant demand is expected for wrapping paper, while paperbags will face a declining demand. Especially good prospects are expected to materialize as far as demand for napkins, kitchen roll paper and toilet paper is concerned. Finally, good growth prospects are also expected for printing products.