AIP fellowship announced

The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) has awarded a fellowship to Dr Carol Lawrence, an environmental and sustainability specialist at UPM Raflatac Oceania. The grade of fellow is designed to recognise the significant and sustained contribution to the technology, science or application to packaging in the industry.

Carol’s experience in the label industry spans over 20 years. In her recent work with UPM Raflatac on the environmental aspects of self-adhesive labelling, combined with the sustainability of the raw materials used, Carol is involved in new raw material selection and waste management programs that enhance the company’s Biofore portfolio and enable it to strive for long-term sustainable label solutions.

“Carol has and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with many in the industry, giving freely and willingly of her time and experiences. Over many years she has ensured that others benefit from that which has learnt, never hesitating to show and educate others so that they too will one day hopefully pass on knowledge,” said Ralph Moyle, FAIP, the national president of the AIP.

“Carol has an enormous depth of understanding in a field of packaging that challenges many. She displays great passion, understanding and patience to ensure that others can benefit from that which she knows. The AIP acknowledges her generosity of imparting so willingly of her expertise, experiences and knowledge both through the various educational programs as well as via the numerous AIP formal opportunities and informal pathways,” he said.