Making Sustainable
Future Reality
NowaEco is Turkmenistan’s only fully vertically integrated producer and supplier of sustainable pulp, paper, corrugated board, and packaging solutions. It plays a vital role in the national economy by serving a wide range of local and international industries.
Each year, NowaEco recovers and repurposes over 30,000 tons of agricultural residue and waste paper—materials that would otherwise be burned or buried in landfills. Instead, these resources are transformed into innovative, recyclable packaging solutions that support a more sustainable supply chain.
By combining environmental responsibility with advanced processing, the company actively reduces ecological impact. NowaEco continues to lead the transition toward a circular, low-waste economy, guided by principles of efficiency, innovation, and long-term sustainability.
Achievents
Certification
ISO 9001 – successfully audited by SGS and obtained Management Quality Certificate. ISO 14000, ISO 45000 – undergoing the procedures to introduce Environmental and Safety standard.
R&D
NowaEco is fully committed to improving all aspects of our business. With investments in machinery and new technologies, our environment and most importantly, our people we strive to achieve even more ecological benefits for our community
Quality Control
NowaEco has set up a modern testing laboratory to enable it to measure and monitor quality continuously. Quality is a No 1 priority to ensure that all product deliveries to customers perform well and to high strength specifications.
Social responsibilty
NowaEco’s social responsibility is evident not only in being one of the largest taxpayers in the country, but also through its commitment to education, its close work with the UNDP and above all, its passion for delivering quality products.
Geographical presence
Based in Turkmenistan and connected to the world, NowaEco combines a strong local manufacturing foundation with a growing international network. Its eco-friendly products reach customers across diverse markets, delivering trusted quality and contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
History & Milestones
1998
Company founded as a sole proprietorship, marking the beginning of its operations.
1999
Simple packaging operations launched in Ashgabat, marking the company’s initial entry into the packaging sector.
2005
Production relocated to larger premises in Buzmeyin, enabling increased output of cartons using imported paper.
2008
Acquired by the current sponsors and established as Toprak Economic Society, the company introduced the NowaPack brand and invested in its first corrugator. Sales expanded beyond the textile sector into packaging and labeling for manufacturers of juices, confectionery, and other consumer goods.
2010
Investment in advanced automated folding and gluing machines, financed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), to expand the product range and significantly improve the quality and efficiency of carton production.
2012
Cardboard box preparation and finishing facility opened in Mary, expanding the company’s regional production capabilities.
2014 / 2015
Planning and construction of the Owadandepe paper mill, the second major investment financed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The project included recycled paper production facilities, wastepaper collection and storage infrastructure, and administrative buildings.
2016
Production began at Owadandepe, enabling the first in-house paper supply to the Buzmeyin corrugator. A newly established workshop for printed products contributed to a significant increase in revenue.
2019
First exports of in-house paper from Owadandepe, marking the company’s entry into international markets.
2020
NowaPack rebranded as NowaEco, highlighting the company’s commitment to sustainability and the environmental value of its products made from recycled wastepaper.
Successfully audited by SGS and awarded the ISO 9001 certification, confirming the company’s commitment to quality management standards.
2021
Opened its first international branch in the United Kingdom, establishing a direct presence to serve the UK and wider European markets.
2022
Acquisition of Yashlyk Paper Mill, the largest in Central Asia, marked a major expansion. Production of high-quality pulp and paper from cotton waste began, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainable and resource-efficient manufacturing.
Expanded into global markets with the export of cotton-based pulp and paper, highlighting NowaEco’s growing international reach.
2023
Acquired advanced pulp-making equipment from the United Kingdom’s foremost security paper producer — a key advancement in NowaEco’s ongoing capacity and technology upgrade strategy.
2025
Investment in the Yashlyk Paper Mill, financed by the Islamic Development Bank, focused on enhancing production quality and operational efficiency through targeted technological upgrades.