James Cropper partners with osapiens to meet EUDR traceability requirements

James Cropper, the advanced materials and speciality papermaker with a 180-year heritage, has chosen osapiens to ensure compliance with the evolving requirements of European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

With a heritage dating back to 1845 and operations in more than 50 countries, James Cropper is a global leader in papermaking and sustainable material innovation. Renowned for its craftsmanship and technical expertise, the company delivers high-performance paper and fibre-based solutions across a wide range of industries. From premium papers to advanced materials, sustainability is embedded in every aspect of its operations, helping partners create products with both purpose and impact.

The company has committed to achieving operational carbon neutrality by 2030 and net-zero emissions across its supply chain by 2050. In parallel, it is strengthening its approach to responsible sourcing and regulatory alignment, actively monitoring the EU Green Deal and addressing the complex demands of the EUDR.

Digitalising compliance with the osapiens HUB for EUDR

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) introduces strict due diligence requirements on companies placing forest-based products on the EU market. With the release of its FAQ Version 4 in April 2025, the regulation now places even greater emphasis on detailed traceability, requiring precise geolocation data for multi-country sourcing and product-level information covering the last five years. These demands pose significant challenges in terms of the complexity and volume of data companies must manage.

To navigate these evolving requirements with greater efficiency and accuracy, James Cropper has adopted the osapiens HUB for EUDR.  This unified, cloud-based platform automates key compliance processes, including geospatial data collection, legal and risk assessments, batch and composite product tracking, and the preparation and direct submission of Due Diligence Statements (DDS). By reducing manual workload and ensuring audit-ready documentation, the solution enables reliable and scalable compliance. The system’s robust support for traceability across diverse plots and international sourcing networks further enhances transparency throughout the company’s global operations and supply chain. This strategic collaboration with osapiens further strengthens James Cropper’s continued commitment to long-term sustainability.

“James Cropper is committed to actively shaping a better future, with a strong focus on people, sustainable manufacturing, and responsible business practices. With osapiens, we’re taking a proactive step toward meeting complex regulatory requirements and further aligning our operations with our sustainability goals,” said Paul Barber, Managing Director of James Cropper Paper & Packaging.

About James Cropper

James Cropper is a global market leader in advanced materials and paper products. For six generations, the company has been led by the Cropper family, boasting an international workforce and operations spanning over 50 countries. Established in 1845, the Group manufactures paper, packaging, and advanced materials, incorporating pioneering non-wovens and electrochemical coatings. 

Their expertise extends from substrates and components in hydrogen electrolysis and fuel cells to bespoke colours and textures in paper and Moulded Fibre packaging, designed to replace single-use plastics.

The James Cropper FibreBlend upcycled technology transforms waste, including used coffee cups and jeans, into beautiful, fully recyclable paper and packaging solutions. James Cropper aims to achieve operational carbon neutrality by 2030 and reduce carbon emissions throughout its supply chain to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

To find out more please visit: www.jamescropper.com