SCGP to add value by utilising hemp fibre

Mr Wichan sees an opportunity to apply hemp fiber in packaging business. SCGP

SCG Packaging Plc (SCGP) is planning to use hemp fibre, which is environmentally friendly, in its production of packaging materials to add value to its products.

Hemp fibre, which has strong and durable qualities, will not only benefit the industry, but the plant has the potential to become a new economic crop in Thailand, said Wichan Jitpukdee, chief executive of SCGP.