Teslin synthetic paper for print applications, labels now available through GPA network
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 6, 2025 – PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced a new authorized distributor partnership with printing services company GPA, broadening distribution of PPG TESLIN® substrate for a range of commercial printing and label applications. The alliance brings the PPG Teslin portfolio of synthetic paper options to the brands and products GPA supports globally.
PPG Teslin synthetic papers are ideal solutions for commercial printing and pressure-sensitive label applications that demand durable, secure performance. With strong bonds, easy application and high printability and versatility, PPG Teslin substrates also contain up to 60 percent less plastic compared to other synthetic paper.
“PPG and GPA have shared a long-standing relationship to deliver high-performing solutions to the print, graphics and labels industries,” said Amy Donato, PPG global strategic marketing director, Teslin substrate, Specialty Products. “Our new authorized distributor partnership marks an exciting next chapter in bringing innovative printing solutions to more customers and markets.”
“As part of the partnership, GPA will bring our customers’ visions to life and help them to meet business goals through the unique performance properties of Teslin substrates, including durability and conformability,” said Kim Hajec, senior vice president of marketing and corporate strategy. “We’re thrilled to enter into this authorized distributor partnership.”
To learn more about PPG’s Teslin substrate portfolio, visit www.teslin.com.
About GPA
GPA expands brand potential, providing substrates to help our partners and clients innovate and shape the printing industry. Collaborations with strategic partners, creatives and printers help facilitate ideas through our substrates. Their Global Fedrigoni Network team manufactures and distributes an unparalleled range of products in support of Digital, Offset and Flexo press technologies.
For more information on GPA, visit gpa-innovates.com or call 800.395.9000.
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At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com.
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Brande Juart
Specialty Products
+1 724 325 5203
juart@ppg.com
teslin.com