Deutsche Post and Tullis Russell Develop Stamp on Recycled Paper
15th April 2025 by Tullis Russell
Tullis Russell are proud to announce their partnership with the Deutsche Post in the development of its first stamp to be issued on recycled paper. This is a true milestone for postage stamp production and reinforces our vision of being the world’s leading creative and environmentally responsible coating company:
From the long-running series “Welt der Briefe” (World of Letters), the “Flower Letter” motif is the company’s first stamp produced on recycled paper. The paper used saves resources such as wood, water, and electricity while reducing CO2 emissions. The gummed version of this stamp was produced from 12.8 metric tons of 100% recycled paper. The stamp costs 95 cents and can be used to send a standard letter or postcard in Germany. In place of the usual euro symbol, this stamp bears a green leaf next to the year. 82.5 million stamps will be issued in stamp sheets and gummed rolls.
The stamp will be available in postal retail outlets and online in the Deutsche Post outlets from April 3.
A self-adhesive version of the stamp is also available, although for technical reasons this currently continues to be printed on conventional paper. In total, the new “Flower Letter” stamp will be issued with a print run of around 680 million, with the design replacing the previous 95-cent “Balloon Post” (Ballonpost) stamp. The motif was created by Deutsche Post stamp designer Bettina Walter.
From 2026, Deutsche Post plans to progressively produce all gummed version of the standard series and special edition stamps on recycled paper. In addition to stamps from the standard series that are issued by Deutsche Post in unlimited quantities, a limited number of special stamps is also released every month to commemorate special occasions. These stamps are issued by the German Federal Ministry of Finance.
Deutsche Post is the first postal service provider to plan a complete transition to recycled paper for its gummed stamps – and in doing so is a sustainability pioneer in this field. The logistics provider is also a member of the Pro Recycling Paper initiative and is striving to continuously reduce its consumption of raw materials, CO2 emissions and energy consumption in stamp production.
Tullis Russell Completes Tree Planting Initiative
14th April 2025 by Sophie Regan
As part of our ongoing commitment to building a more sustainable future, Tullis Russell is proud to announce that we have fulfilled our pledge to plant 900 trees in partnership with the Woodland Trust.
Carried out by the staff and volunteers of the Cheshire Wildlife Trust, the trees, which include oak, birch, hazel, blackthorn, rowan, and willow, have been planted across 8 acres of Tullis Russell-owned land. This project will create approximately 3.35 ha of new woodland with the following aims:
- To create a resilient mixed woodland with species adapted for projected climate change, as well as potential pests and diseases
- Woodland design to incorporate managed open ground to benefit biodiversity
- To act as a carbon sink
- Establishment of a gross woodland, retaining some open space
- Establish the trees over a period of 15 years by performing regular maintenance such as weeding and replacement of plant losses
Part of a bigger picture
The tree planting initiative is just one part of our wider strategy to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our operations. In 2022, Tullis Russell set about connecting our sustainability vision with our everyday actions. with the ultimate goal of reducing our carbon footprint by 50% by 2027. At a high level, our objectives focus on three core pillars.
- Reducing our environmental footprint
- Promoting social responsibility, and
- Fostering innovation for a greener economy.
Looking ahead, we’re excited to build on this momentum with further initiatives that bring us closer to our ambition of becoming the world’s leading creative and environmentally responsible coating company. With innovation and sustainability at our core, we’re committed to shaping a brighter, more responsible future for our industry and local community.
Introduction to Fergus McKendrick, Managing Director of Tullis Russell’s Security and Specialty Coating Business
13th November 2024 by Tullis Russell
8th November 2024.
Following the retirement of Andrew Carmichael, Tullis Russell is pleased to announce the appointment of Fergus McKendrick as the new Managing Director for its Security and Specialty Coating business, based in Bollington, UK.
Fergus joins Tullis Russell with over 30 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, primarily within the Speciality Chemicals sector. Throughout his career, he has been dedicated to delivering market-leading and innovative product solutions to customers across the globe. His deep expertise and global perspective will be invaluable as Tullis Russell continues to strengthen its position as a leader in the paper coating industry.
A strong advocate for innovation, Fergus encourages an entrepreneurial spirit and empowers teams to continuously seek out sustainable, forward-thinking solutions to business challenges. This vision aligns seamlessly with Tullis Russell’s commitment to being the world’s leading creative and environmentally responsible coating company.
On his new role, Fergus commented:
“I am excited to join Tullis Russell and look forward to collaborating with such a talented team to drive the continued growth of the business. Building on the strong market reputation and strategic direction established by Andrew Carmichael and the leadership team, our focus will be on delivering our vision through highly motivated, employee-owned operations.”
Fergus’ leadership will help shape the next chapter for Tullis Russell, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of innovation while continuing to meet the evolving needs of its global customer base.
