Reports

Metsä Board Concludes Negotiations on Potential Temporary Layoffs at Finnish Mills Metsä Board Concludes Negotiations on Potential Temporary Layoffs at Finnish Mills
12/21/2024
Metsä Board, a key player in Finland’s paperboard industry, has successfully concluded its change negotiations regarding potential temporary layoffs at several of its Finnish mills.
Munksjö Invests $32M to Double Brazil Production, Boost Sustainability Munksjö Invests $32M to Double Brazil Production, Boost Sustainability
12/18/2024
Munksjö Adopts New Technologies to Double Production and Reduce Environmental Impacts at Its Plant in Caieiras, Brazil
EU Deforestation Regulation postponed by one year following trilogue agreement EU Deforestation Regulation postponed by one year following trilogue agreement
12/15/2024
The way has been paved for the postponement of the application date of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): In the course of the latest trilogue negotiations on 3 December, the EU Council agreed with the EU Parliament on a postponement of the EUDR’s application date for one year.
Veritiv to sell its rigid containers business to TricorBraun Veritiv to sell its rigid containers business to TricorBraun
12/12/2024
Veritiv Operating Company, a leader in specialty packaging distribution, announced today that it has signed a definitive purchase agreement to sell Veritiv Containers, the company's rigid packaging business (formerly All American Containers) to TricorBraun.
Oji Fibre Solutions to Close Paper Production at Kinleith Mill Oji Fibre Solutions to Close Paper Production at Kinleith Mill
12/11/2024
Oji Fibre Solutions (OjiFS) has announced plans to discontinue paper production at its Kinleith Mill, a significant move aimed at stabilizing and strengthening the company.
Nexgen Packaging and Seaman Paper partner to create a paper-based packaging solutions portfolio Nexgen Packaging and Seaman Paper partner to create a paper-based packaging solutions portfolio
12/11/2024
The partnership will leverage Nexgen's global order management platform and Seaman's sustainable offerings to create a comprehensive plastic-free and paper-based packaging solutions portfolio.
Ahlstrom Unveils Paper-Based Transparent Tape to Cut Plastic Use Ahlstrom Unveils Paper-Based Transparent Tape to Cut Plastic Use
12/11/2024
Ahlstrom, a global specialist in fiber-based materials, has unveiled MasterTape® Cristal, a groundbreaking paper-based transparent tape backing designed to reduce plastic usage in packaging and everyday applications.
Valmet to deliver a SymBelt upgrade to Mercer Stendal in Germany Valmet to deliver a SymBelt upgrade to Mercer Stendal in Germany
12/8/2024
Valmet will deliver a SymBelt Shoe Press Roll upgrade with Valmet Black Belt shoe press belt and SymBelt services to Mercer Stendal pulp mill in Germany.
Kadant Black Clawson Expands Product Portfolio with Tornado Pulper Addition Kadant Black Clawson Expands Product Portfolio with Tornado Pulper Addition
12/8/2024
Kadant Black Clawson LLC, a subsidiary of Kadant Inc., announced the acquisition of the Tornado® pulper product line from Bolton Emerson Americas.
Smurfit Westrock Unveils Innovative Bag-in-Box Design to Meet EU Recycling Regulations Smurfit Westrock Unveils Innovative Bag-in-Box Design to Meet EU Recycling Regulations
12/4/2024
Smurfit Westrock has unveiled the EasySplit Bag-in-Box®, a packaging innovation designed to help businesses comply with the upcoming EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
Chandpur Enterprises starts up two Toscotec’s MG dryers in India Chandpur Enterprises starts up two Toscotec’s MG dryers in India
12/1/2024
Indian paper manufacturer Chandpur Enterprises started up two highly technological TT SYD MG Steel Yankee Dryers for Machine Glazed paper supplied by Toscotec as a replacement of two local steel Yankee cylinders at their facility in Chandpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Magnera Emerges as a Global Leader in Specialty Materials Magnera Emerges as a Global Leader in Specialty Materials
12/1/2024
Glatfelter Corporation and Berry Global Group have successfully completed their merger, forming a new global leader in the specialty materials industry: Magnera.
Heinzel Laakirchen to stop SC paper machine at the end of November Heinzel Laakirchen to stop SC paper machine at the end of November
11/30/2024
Laakirchen Papier, part of Austria’s Heinzel group, will stop SC paper production from the end of November 2024. The stop will reduce output capacity for uncoated magazine paper in Europe by more than 300.000 tpy.
Hinojosa Packaging commissions Voith with comprehensive rebuild of PM 1 in Alquería, Spain Hinojosa Packaging commissions Voith with comprehensive rebuild of PM 1 in Alquería, Spain
11/27/2024
Hinojosa Packaging Group, a leading Spanish paper manufacturer, is realizing the planned rebuild of its PM 1 at the Alquería site, Spain, together with full-line supplier Voith.
AF&PA Releases October 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly Report AF&PA Releases October 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly Report
11/24/2024
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the October 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly report.
Scottish Startup Advances Sustainable Chemicals with Forestry Byproducts Scottish Startup Advances Sustainable Chemicals with Forestry Byproducts
11/24/2024
Sonichem, a clean-tech startup based in Scotland, is pioneering the use of forestry byproducts like sawdust and woodchips to produce eco-friendly alternatives to petrochemical-based chemicals.
ANDRITZ launches PrimeDry HotAir Box to reduce energy consumption in tissue drying ANDRITZ launches PrimeDry HotAir Box to reduce energy consumption in tissue drying
11/24/2024
International technology group ANDRITZ has developed the PrimeDry HotAir Box, an innovative solution that enables tissue producers to reduce energy consumption and CO₂ emissions while increasing machine efficiency.
The role of MRFs is changing under EPR. Here’s what’s happening in Québec. The role of MRFs is changing under EPR. Here’s what’s happening in Québec.
11/23/2024
In all regions of Canada where extended producer responsibility (EPR) is being implemented for packaging, printed matter and containers, including cartons, existing material recovery facilities (MRFs) are seeing their role change substantially.
Quebec Government Invests $12 Million in Domtar';;s Windsor Plant Modernization Quebec Government Invests $12 Million in Domtar';;s Windsor Plant Modernization
11/20/2024
The Quebec government has announced a $12 million investment to support the modernization of Domtar's pulp and paper mill located in Windsor, Eastern Townships.
Toscotec completes second rebuild project at Ranheim Paper & Board in Norway Toscotec completes second rebuild project at Ranheim Paper & Board in Norway
11/20/2024
Following a successful rebuild of the dryer section supplied by Toscotec, Ranheim Paper & Board restarted PM5 at their facility in Norway.
German paper industry denies claims paper shortage could hinder election German paper industry denies claims paper shortage could hinder election
11/16/2024
Paper industry bosses in Germany have rejected claims by the Federal Election Commission that a lack of paper might hinder the timing of the country's early elections.
Mondi Warsaw marks completion of €90 million plant upgrade Mondi Warsaw marks completion of €90 million plant upgrade
11/16/2024
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has recently completed a €90 million investment upgrade in its Mszczonów plant near Warsaw which doubled its capacity, making it the largest corrugated solutions plant in Poland, and one of the biggest in Europe.
Saica completes takeover of Schumacher Packaging in Poland Saica completes takeover of Schumacher Packaging in Poland
11/12/2024
The transaction has received green light by the Polish competition authority. The acquisition will boost the group's production capacity by 420,000 tpy of corrugated case material and 530 million m² of corrugated products, Saica explained.
Stora Enso to divest Sunila mill real estate Stora Enso to divest Sunila mill real estate
11/12/2024
Stora Enso will remain on the site as a tenant to the new owner Aalto Development, continuing operations at the lignode battery material pilot plant, the company said.
Saica Group Strengthens Its Position in Poland with Schumacher Packaging Acquisition Saica Group Strengthens Its Position in Poland with Schumacher Packaging Acquisition
11/11/2024
Saica Group has solidified its position in the Polish market with the recent acquisition of Schumacher Packaging's operations in the country.
IP pushes DS Smith takeover to Q1 2025 IP pushes DS Smith takeover to Q1 2025
11/9/2024
In its third quarter earning report US pulp, paper and packaging giant International Paper (IP) has provided an upd‌ate on the planned acquistion of British paper and packaging company DS Smith (DSS).
Fedrigoni Withdraws from Acquisition of Majority Stake in RFID Specialist BoingTech Fedrigoni Withdraws from Acquisition of Majority Stake in RFID Specialist BoingTech
11/6/2024
The Fedrigoni Group, an Italian leader in specialty paper manufacturing, announced it will no longer proceed with its planned acquisition of a majority stake in BoingTech, a producer of RFID inlays and tags.
Kruger Launches $23.75M Carbon Capture Pilot Project at Wayagamack Mill in Québec Kruger Launches $23.75M Carbon Capture Pilot Project at Wayagamack Mill in Québec
11/6/2024
Kruger Inc. has announced an investment of $23.75 million to implement a groundbreaking carbon capture and reuse project at its Wayagamack Mill in Trois-Rivières.
International Paper Reevaluates Cellulose Fibers Business, Announces Georgetown Mill Closure International Paper Reevaluates Cellulose Fibers Business, Announces Georgetown Mill Closure
11/3/2024
International Paper (IP), a global leader in the packaging and paper industry, has announced a strategic review of its Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) business and the closure of its Georgetown, South Carolina pulp and paper mill.
Sylvamo and International Paper End Georgetown Mill Supply Agreement Sylvamo and International Paper End Georgetown Mill Supply Agreement
11/3/2024
Sylvamo and International Paper announced a mutual termination of their longstanding supply agreement for uncoated freesheet, bristol, and specialty papers at the Georgetown, South Carolina mill.
How to reduce the weight, cost, and emissions from a book How to reduce the weight, cost, and emissions from a book
10/29/2024
A book can be a lot lighter and emit a lot less carbon dioxide with the right choice of paper. Switching from woodfree paper to Holmen BOOK will cut costs and reduce the strain on the environment down the line.
Stora Enso Reverses Decision to Sell Beihai Mill in China Stora Enso Reverses Decision to Sell Beihai Mill in China
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.
Mondi Shuts Down Stambolijski Mill Following Devastating Fire Mondi Shuts Down Stambolijski Mill Following Devastating Fire
10/28/2024
Mondi Group has announced the permanent closure of its Stambolijski mill in Bulgaria following a major fire on 24 September that caused extensive damage to the mill’s 100,000-tonne-per-year kraft paper machine.
National Forest Products Week Highlights Industry';s Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation National Forest Products Week Highlights Industry';s Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation
10/23/2024
The 64th Annual Event Celebrates the Paper and Wood Products Industry
International Paper Announces Layoffs Impacting 650 Jobs, Including 400 in Memphis International Paper Announces Layoffs Impacting 650 Jobs, Including 400 in Memphis
10/21/2024
International Paper (IP), a major Memphis-based employer, is set to lay off 650 employees, including 400 in its Memphis location, as part of a restructuring plan aimed at strengthening the company’s profitability and focusing on sustainable packaging solutions.
Runtech delivers a vacuum system to Canan Paper, Türkiye Runtech delivers a vacuum system to Canan Paper, Türkiye
10/15/2024
Runtech Systems delivers a RunEco vacuum system to Canan Kagit Sanayi ve Ticaret AS in Mersin, Türkiye.
Georgia-Pacific Unveils $425 Million Dixie® Plant in Jackson Georgia-Pacific Unveils $425 Million Dixie® Plant in Jackson
10/15/2024
Georgia-Pacific has officially opened its new Dixie® tableware manufacturing facility in Jackson, Tennessee.
Norske Skog Skogn Unveils Innovative Food Packaging Solution Norske Skog Skogn Unveils Innovative Food Packaging Solution
10/13/2024
Norske Skog Skogn has successfully launched a new food packaging product made from 100% fresh wood fiber, marking a significant shift in the company’s sustainability efforts.
Atlantic Packaging Products Unveils New Hamilton Manufacturing Plant Atlantic Packaging Products Unveils New Hamilton Manufacturing Plant
10/13/2024
Atlantic Packaging Products, Ltd., a Canadian-owned and operated company, has announced the opening of its newest manufacturing plant in Hamilton, Ontario.
Weak demand but stable prices on Italy’s coreboard market in the third quarter Weak demand but stable prices on Italy’s coreboard market in the third quarter
10/8/2024
The third quarter was not an especially good stretch for Italy’s core and coreboard industry.
AF&PA urges swift end to strike threatening US economy and manufacturing AF&PA urges swift end to strike threatening US economy and manufacturing
10/8/2024
The American Forest & Paper Association President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding the recent strike of ILA workers across the U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports.
High-impact paper-based solutions for the beverage industry High-impact paper-based solutions for the beverage industry
10/5/2024
BrauBeviale, the international trade fair for the production and marketing of beverages, will be taking place in Nuremberg between 26 and 28 November 2024. Sappi, one of the world's leading manufacturers of packaging and specialty papers, will be represented there for the first time.
Lessebo Paper achieves record-low CO2 emissions Lessebo Paper achieves record-low CO2 emissions
10/5/2024
Lessebo Paper, a pioneer in sustainable paper production, proudly announces a significant milestone in reducing its carbon footprint. The company has reached an unprecedented low of just 11 kg of CO2 emissions per ton of paper produced.
A brief history and outlook of low-consistency refining A brief history and outlook of low-consistency refining
10/2/2024
In the beginning, pulp was beaten with sticks. This method is only used today for certain exotic non-wood fibres, or for historical interest.
UPM Raflatac and Eurostampa collaborate on Envelope 2024 project UPM Raflatac and Eurostampa collaborate on Envelope 2024 project
10/1/2024
UPM Raflatac, a global leader in sustainable labeling solutions, is proud to announce its collaboration with Eurostampa on the innovative Envelope 2024 project.
Metsä Board and Kouvolan Lakritsi collaborate on innovative paperboard mug packaging Metsä Board and Kouvolan Lakritsi collaborate on innovative paperboard mug packaging
9/28/2024
Metsä Board, a leading European producer of premium fresh fibre paperboards, has partnered with Finnish confectionery maker Kouvolan Lakritsi to create a new, reclosable liquorice mug made of fresh fibre paperboard.
Konecranes to deliver seven cranes for Metsä Group’s tissue paper mill in Mariestad Konecranes to deliver seven cranes for Metsä Group’s tissue paper mill in Mariestad
9/28/2024
Konecranes is supporting Metsä Group’s tissue paper mill expansion and modernization in Mariestad with seven overhead cranes. The order was booked in April 2024, with delivery to take place in two stages: The first batch of cranes is currently being installed, and the second is scheduled for delivery and installation in the second half of 2024.
Investors make takeover bids for Inapa companies in Portugal and France Investors make takeover bids for Inapa companies in Portugal and France
9/25/2024
The insolvency administrator of Inapa IPG will soon propose to the company's creditors' meeting the acceptance of a purchase offer for Inapa's packaging businesses in France, trading as Inapa Packaging SAS, which it has received from Next Pack SAS.

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