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Fedrigoni to idle fine paper machine F3 at its Fabriano mill Fedrigoni to idle fine paper machine F3 at its Fabriano mill
12/21/2024
With nearly 6,000 people in 28 countries and 78 plants including production sites, cutting and distribution centers, Fedrigoni sells and distributes its 25,000 products in 132 countries around the world.
Stora Enso Introduces New Incentive Plans for Key Employees Stora Enso Introduces New Incentive Plans for Key Employees
12/21/2024
Finnish forest industry company Stora Enso has announced two new long-term incentive plans for its key employees.
Billerud Gains Approval for New Science-Based Emission Reduction Goals Billerud Gains Approval for New Science-Based Emission Reduction Goals
12/21/2024
Swedish paper and packaging company Billerud has received official approval for its new Science Based Targets, marking a significant step in its commitment to combat climate change.
Kruger Products Considers Earlier Construction of New Tissue Plant Kruger Products Considers Earlier Construction of New Tissue Plant
12/16/2024
Kruger Products Inc., a leading tissue manufacturer, has announced plans to evaluate the accelerated construction of a new tissue production facility.
Mayr-Melnhof invests in Gernsbach mill and appoints new Managing Director Mayr-Melnhof invests in Gernsbach mill and appoints new Managing Director
12/16/2024
Cartonboard and folding carton manufacturer Mayr-Melnhof (MM) is planning further investments in its German cartonboard mill MM Gernsbach.
Financing for Chapelle Darblay conversion into containerboard mill not yet secured Financing for Chapelle Darblay conversion into containerboard mill not yet secured
12/15/2024
Rebuild project still needs €43m to proceed
Green Bay Packaging Announces Modernization Project for Arkansas Kraft Paper Mill Green Bay Packaging Announces Modernization Project for Arkansas Kraft Paper Mill
12/14/2024
Green Bay Packaging (GBP) has announced a major investment to modernize its Arkansas Kraft paper mill.
Unifor and PPWC Select Kruger for Western Pattern Bargaining in Forestry Sector Unifor and PPWC Select Kruger for Western Pattern Bargaining in Forestry Sector
12/14/2024
Two major Canadian pulp and paper unions, Unifor and the Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC), have chosen Kruger, Inc. in Kamloops, B.C. as the target for establishing pattern bargaining across the Western Canadian forestry sector.
Fire hits Fourstones' Sapphire paper mill Fire hits Fourstones' Sapphire paper mill
12/12/2024
A massive fire broke out at Fourstones' Sapphire paper mill in Leslie, Scotland, yesterday morning.
EU Packaging Waste Regulation passes European Parliament EU Packaging Waste Regulation passes European Parliament
12/11/2024
Green light for the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR): The European Parliament has given its tacit approval. The next step towards final adoption of the new Regulation is an endorsement by the Council, representing the member states' governments.
Ahlstrom acquires ErtelAlsop Ahlstrom acquires ErtelAlsop
12/11/2024
Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, has acquired ErtelAlsop, a New York based manufacturer of high-performance liquid depth filter media serving end-markets in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, flavors and fragrances, and chemical industries.
Rengo to revise coated duplex board prices Rengo to revise coated duplex board prices
12/8/2024
Rengo Co., Ltd. announces that it will revise the prices of its coated duplex board.
UPM Fibres Announces Workforce Adjustments Following Talks UPM Fibres Announces Workforce Adjustments Following Talks
12/4/2024
UPM Fibres has finalized change negotiations across its Finnish operations, impacting approximately 1,600 employees within its pulp, timber, and forestry divisions.
Norske Skog Faces Potential EU ETS Exclusion Norske Skog Faces Potential EU ETS Exclusion
12/3/2024
The Norwegian Environment Agency has issued a prior notice that could exclude two Norske Skog mills from the European Union Emission Trading System (EU ETS) for the period 2026-2030.
Sustana Unveils 2023 ESG Report Highlighting Sustainability Progress Sustana Unveils 2023 ESG Report Highlighting Sustainability Progress
12/3/2024
Sustana has published its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the company's sustainability initiatives and achievements.
UPM Raflatac to Close Kaltenkirchen Factory in Germany UPM Raflatac to Close Kaltenkirchen Factory in Germany
12/2/2024
UPM Raflatac has announced the permanent closure of its factory in Kaltenkirchen, Germany, as part of a strategy to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
Irving Paper Announces Further Production Cuts Due to High Electricity Costs Irving Paper Announces Further Production Cuts Due to High Electricity Costs
12/2/2024
Irving Paper has announced another round of temporary production cuts beginning December 2, 2024.
British recovered paper prices feel the pinch as European paper mills take downtime British recovered paper prices feel the pinch as European paper mills take downtime
11/30/2024
Deinking grades poised to become much cheaper starting in December
VPK Group commissions FMW Industries to supply OCC pulper feeding line in Belgium VPK Group commissions FMW Industries to supply OCC pulper feeding line in Belgium
11/30/2024
VPK Group, a leading global supplier of sustainable packaging solutions, has tasked FMW Industries with this project.
BW Converting launches e-learning platform for enhanced customer training BW Converting launches e-learning platform for enhanced customer training
11/30/2024
BW Converting has launched an e-learning platform aimed at transforming customer training across its entire brand portfolio.
Newfoundland and Labrador Extends Energy Deal with Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Newfoundland and Labrador Extends Energy Deal with Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
11/27/2024
The Newfoundland and Labrador government has extended an agreement with Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited to ensure the continued operation of the mill and support the province’s forestry industry.
SCA Appoints Petteri Kalela as New Head of Containerboard and Pulp Business Areas SCA Appoints Petteri Kalela as New Head of Containerboard and Pulp Business Areas
11/27/2024
SCA has announced the appointment of Petteri Kalela as the new President of the Containerboard and Pulp business areas, effective no later than June 1, 2025.
Mondi Kuopio to restart production soon Mondi Kuopio to restart production soon
11/24/2024
Mondi's Kuopio mill in Finland will resume semi-chemical fluting production before Christmas.
ICT France to start up new tissue machine in early 2025 ICT France to start up new tissue machine in early 2025
11/24/2024
Tissue manufacturer ICT France is well on the way to finalising its expansion project in France.
Andritz Perfojet: 40 years of innovation and leadership in nonwovens technology Andritz Perfojet: 40 years of innovation and leadership in nonwovens technology
11/24/2024
Andritz Perfojet, a global leader in nonwovens technology, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. The company pioneered hydroentanglement technology which allows bonding almost any type of fibers without additional binders. Over the past four decades,
New Free eTraining for Small, Low Intensity Managed and Community Forests New Free eTraining for Small, Low Intensity Managed and Community Forests
11/23/2024
FSC is excited to announce the launch of a new eTraining on the Continuous Improvement Procedure (CIP) (FSC-PRO-30-011 V1-1), a stepwise approach that enables Small or Low-Intensity Managed Forests (SLIMF) and community forests to progressively achieve FSC certification.
Funding Announcement for Verified Impact Projects in Canada Funding Announcement for Verified Impact Projects in Canada
11/23/2024
This month, the Forest Stewardship Council® Canada is launching two new projects, under the Climate and Landscape Solutions Program area, thanks to a generous three-year grant from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).
AFRY Unveils Decarbonisation Roadmap for Italy';;s Pulp and Paper Industry AFRY Unveils Decarbonisation Roadmap for Italy';;s Pulp and Paper Industry
11/23/2024
AFRY, the global consulting and engineering firm, has released a new study outlining a roadmap for decarbonising Italy's pulp and paper sector, commissioned by Assocarta, the Italian paper association.
French specialty paper producer Stenpa in liquidation French specialty paper producer Stenpa in liquidation
11/20/2024
French producer of one-side coated paper Stenpa will be liquidated.
Sustainability in Packaging: Ranpak Introduces GrasiKraft™, Featuring Grass and Recycled Paper Sustainability in Packaging: Ranpak Introduces GrasiKraft™, Featuring Grass and Recycled Paper
11/20/2024
Ranpak has unveiled GrasiKraft™, a void fill paper made from a blend of grass fibers and recycled paper.
Metsä Board Invests in Simpele Mill Modernization Metsä Board Invests in Simpele Mill Modernization
11/20/2024
Metsä Board, a leading producer of lightweight and high-quality paperboard solutions, is moving forward with a significant investment to modernize its Simpele folding boxboard mill, located in Simpele, Finland.
Mondi Warsaw Completes €90 Million Upgrade, Boosts Packaging Capacity Mondi Warsaw Completes €90 Million Upgrade, Boosts Packaging Capacity
11/20/2024
Mondi has completed a €90 million investment project at its Mszczonów plant near Warsaw, Poland.
DS Smith Expands Polish Operations with €25 Million Investment to Drive Sustainable Innovation DS Smith Expands Polish Operations with €25 Million Investment to Drive Sustainable Innovation
11/17/2024
DS Smith, a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, has announced an investment of over €25 million in its Polish operations.
SCA has unveiled its latest innovation in pulp packaging: the SCA Pure Smart Strap. SCA has unveiled its latest innovation in pulp packaging: the SCA Pure Smart Strap.
11/17/2024
This fiber-based solution replaces traditional metal wires, addressing longstanding safety concerns and simplifying handling processes for pulp manufacturers and users.
DS Smith invests over €25M into its existing Polish facilities DS Smith invests over €25M into its existing Polish facilities
11/12/2024
DS Smith is increasing innovation footprint in the Polish marketplace with an investment of over €25M into existing facilities. The investment is for production lines and machinery parks in Kielce, Bełchatów, and Sosnowiec.
Sappi financial results for fourth quarter and full year exceeds expectations; dividend declared Sappi financial results for fourth quarter and full year exceeds expectations; dividend declared
11/12/2024
Commenting on the group’s results, Sappi Chief Executive Officer Steve Binnie said: “Following a strong last quarter, I am pleased we were able to exceed our expectations for the year with Adjusted EBITDA* of US$684 million for the year ended September 2024.
Lenzing Nonwovens expands its Lenzing Lyocell dry fiber portfolio Lenzing Nonwovens expands its Lenzing Lyocell dry fiber portfolio
11/9/2024
Lenzing Nonwovens, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose fibers, is proud to announce the expansion of its Lenzing Lyocell Dry fiber portfolio with two new cellulosic fibers – a fine dry fiber that delivers strength and softness and a coarse dry fiber which provides enhanced liquid and air flow.
Sylvamo and International Paper end Georgetown mill supply agreement Sylvamo and International Paper end Georgetown mill supply agreement
11/9/2024
Sylvamo and International Paper are mutually terminating a supply agreement for uncoated freesheet, bristols and specialty papers at the Georgetown, South Carolina, mill. The agreement will terminate Dec. 31, 2024.
Domtar Bolsters Receipt Paper Business with Iconex Acquisition Domtar Bolsters Receipt Paper Business with Iconex Acquisition
11/6/2024
In a strategic move to bolster its position in the thermal paper sector, Domtar Corporation announced it has acquired the North American point-of-sale (POS) receipt business of Iconex Paper from Atlas Holdings.
Irving Pulp & Paper and Irving Tissue Saint John Complete Major Shutdown Accident-Free Irving Pulp & Paper and Irving Tissue Saint John Complete Major Shutdown Accident-Free
11/6/2024
Irving Pulp & Paper and Irving Tissue Saint John have successfully concluded a major 15-day shutdown, completing critical upgrades and maintenance without a single safety incident.
Aldar Tissue Opens €15M Dublin Facility to Boost Local Production and Sustainability Aldar Tissue Opens €15M Dublin Facility to Boost Local Production and Sustainability
11/2/2024
Ireland’s largest tissue paper manufacturer, Aldar Tissue, has officially opened a new €15 million production facility in Rathcoole, Dublin, marking a significant boost in local production capacity and a step forward in sustainability.
Ahlstrom Completes Sale of Aspa Pulp Mill to Sweden Timber Ahlstrom Completes Sale of Aspa Pulp Mill to Sweden Timber
11/2/2024
Ahlstrom has announced the successful completion of the divestment of its Aspa pulp mill in Sweden to Sweden Timber.
The Recyclability of Papers Bags Should Not Be Controversial The Recyclability of Papers Bags Should Not Be Controversial
11/2/2024
Paper bags have been back in the news recently due to a decision by the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) on their new bag supplier.
Metsä Group Celebrates Grand Opening of Pioneering Bioproduct Factory in Kemi Metsä Group Celebrates Grand Opening of Pioneering Bioproduct Factory in Kemi
10/29/2024
Stora Enso has announced its decision to discontinue the divestment process of its Beihai packaging board production site and forestry business in China.
Oppboga Bruk Celebrates Major Investment with Launch of New KLM3 Production Line Oppboga Bruk Celebrates Major Investment with Launch of New KLM3 Production Line
10/27/2024
Oppboga Bruk AB, a prominent Swedish paperboard producer, celebrated a milestone in its history with the official inauguration of its new KLM3 production line.
Huhtamaki Expands Production in Northern Ireland Huhtamaki Expands Production in Northern Ireland
10/27/2024
In a move reflecting the shifting landscape of the packaging industry, Finnish multinational Huhtamaki has announced the commencement of smooth molded fiber (SMF) production at its existing facility in Lurgan, Northern Ireland.
Rooted in Sustainability: Atlantic Packaging’s Journey Unveiled in New ESG Report Rooted in Sustainability: Atlantic Packaging’s Journey Unveiled in New ESG Report
10/27/2024
In Atlantic Packaging’s first Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, President Sean Weir shares the company’s ongoing dedication to sustainable practices.
De Iuliis wins major contract for revamping paper machine at San Martino paper mill De Iuliis wins major contract for revamping paper machine at San Martino paper mill
10/27/2024
In a significant development within the paper industry, De Iuliis C & A has been awarded a new contract to revamp the paper machine at San Martino Paper Mill.

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