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Paper manufacturing in the Charente goes back to the 16th century, with the fine paper of Angoumois. Different techniques for paper production have been developed since then :
• vellum and laid paper for printing and writing
• coated paper
• wallpaper
• paper for foodstuffs
• greaseproof paper
• cigarette paper
• cardboard |
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Numerous processing businesses have set up close to the production centres. In this sector, 85% of jobs are found in companies of over 100 employees.
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The main activities in this sector :
• stationery items
• paper packaging
• corrugated cardboard
• cardboard and paper manufacture |
Number of companies : 47
Number of employees : 3,488
Net turnover : €519 million
(data as of January 2004) |
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 Businesses with more than 50 employees |
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