About ETPA
The European Thermal Paper Association (ETPA) represents a dynamic group of companies that are integral to Europe’s rich paper-making tradition. Our members are at the forefront of innovation in the thermal paper industry, contributing significantly to the economic development of their respective regions. Collectively, they employ over 4,500 manual workers and professionals across Europe, driving growth and strengthening the socio-economic fabric of communities.
At ETPA, our mission is to promote the interests of the thermal paper industry in Europe. We are committed to providing a collaborative platform to gather and exchange best practices relating to the safety of thermal papers, and to represent the industry with European and international authorities and associations.

Nic Holmer
ETPA President
General Manager Sales & Marketing
Kanzan Spezialpapiere

Sebastian Früh
ETPA Vice President
Director Thermal Paper Division
Koehler Paper
Our members
ETPA members include family-owned businesses and international groupings that contribute to the European economy and society. The industry provides thousands of jobs in areas of Europe where employment opportunities are limited.
In addition, the thermal paper industry indirectly stimulates employment in related sectors, thus playing an important role in the regions where facilities are located. Key countries with notable thermal paper production include Germany, Finland and Spain.
Association members include:
- Jujo Thermal Ltd headquartered in Kauttua, Finland, where its production plant is also located. It is a member company of the Japanese Nippon Paper Group.
- Lecta Group includes Torraspapel SA, headquartered in Barcelona, which produces thermal paper in Leitza, Spain.
- Kanzan Spezialpapiere GmbH is headquartered in Düren, Germany, where it also has its production facilities.
- Koehler Paper SE headquartered in Oberkirch, Germany, with thermal paper production facilities in Kehl, Germany.
- Mitsubishi HiTec Paper Europe GmbH headquartered in Bielefeld, Germany, where it also has thermal paper production facilities.
If you are interested in becoming a member of ETPA, or have any questions about the association, please feel free to contact the ETPA Secretariat by email at: mail@etpassociation.org
EU Transparency Register identification number: 063789047077-65
What is Thermal Paper?
Thermal paper is a specialty paper that changes colour when exposed to heat. It is produced through a thermal printer, which applies heat to the paper, causing an image to appear without the need for single-use input materials such as ink.
Thermal paper is integral to the production of receipts used in retail outlets and restaurants, credit card slips, ATM receipts, bank statements, self-adhesive labels applied to packages, tickets for transport and events, lottery tickets, baggage tags and boarding passes. Thermal paper applications are therefore widely used in business sectors such as retail, hospitality, banking, transportation and the pharmaceutical sector, resulting in significant demand for this material within the EU and worldwide.
Value of Paper Receipts
The use of paper checkout receipts brings a wide range of benefits for government treasuries, businesses and consumers:
Innovation & Sustainability
Innovation and sustainability are key drivers for the thermal paper industry, which invests significantly in research and development to create new and exciting solutions. ETPA members prioritise sustainable sourcing of raw materials such as wood and make ongoing efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of their operations.
Environmental Certifications
Reducing water consumption
Energy consumption and transport
Bisphenol-free thermal papers
Click on the icon for some background information concerning innovation and sustainability initiatives. You are invited to consult the websites of individual member companies for more extensive information and the very latest developments. Click on their logos to find out more.
Contact
The ETPA Secretariat, email: mail@etpassociation.org
ETPA is a non-profit organisation constituted under Swiss law. The head office of the association is in Zurich, Switzerland.
EU Transparency Register number: 063789047077-65