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Altri Biotek to invest in new 7-effect evaporation line Altri Biotek to invest in new 7-effect evaporation line
10/22/2025
Valmet will deliver a new evaporation line to Altri Biotek mill in Portugal.
Lucart to take over majority stake in tissue converter Eurocarta Lucart to take over majority stake in tissue converter Eurocarta
10/21/2025
Italian tissue products manufacturer Lucart will expand in Italy. The company announced it had signed a binding agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Italian tissue converter Cartindustria Eurocarta.
Jartek supply green and dry sorting lines to Japanese sawmill Jartek supply green and dry sorting lines to Japanese sawmill
10/20/2025
Jartek has signed a significant contract with the Japanese sawmill company Kushiro Wood Products (KWP). The delivery includes green and dry sorting lines as well as conveyors from the sawline. The project is scheduled for completion in early 2028.
UPM Expands in Southeast Asia with New Vietnam Terminal UPM Expands in Southeast Asia with New Vietnam Terminal
10/19/2025
UPM Adhesive Materials, formerly known as UPM Raflatac, is strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia with a new slitting and distribution terminal in Northern Vietnam.
Packaging Corporation of America to Close Multiple Sites Packaging Corporation of America to Close Multiple Sites
10/18/2025
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) plans to shut down several of its production sites by the end of the year, according to notices filed this month under the U.S. Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act.
Borregaard Secures NOK 15M Grant for Biomer Project Borregaard Secures NOK 15M Grant for Biomer Project
10/16/2025
Borregaard has received a NOK 15 million grant from the Research Council of Norway (NFR) to advance its Biomer innovation project, which aims to develop bio-based alternatives to fossil-derived polycarboxylates used in agriculture, industry, and household products.
DS Smith and BSH Replace EPS with Fibre-Based Packaging DS Smith and BSH Replace EPS with Fibre-Based Packaging
10/15/2025
DS Smith has partnered with BSH Nazarje, part of the BSH Home Appliances Group in Slovenia, to eliminate expanded polystyrene (EPS) from the packaging of household blenders.
UPM Confirms Closure of Paper Production at Kaukas Mill UPM Confirms Closure of Paper Production at Kaukas Mill
10/13/2025
UPM has confirmed it will permanently end paper production at its Kaukas site during the fourth quarter of this year, following the conclusion of employee consultation processes.
VPK Packaging Boosts Capacity with New Corrugator in Belgium VPK Packaging Boosts Capacity with New Corrugator in Belgium
10/13/2025
VPK Packaging Belgium has installed a new 2.80-metre BHS corrugator at its Erembodegem site, replacing its previous 2.50-metre machine.
Kruger Invests $16M to Boost Recycling Hub in Trois-Rivières Kruger Invests $16M to Boost Recycling Hub in Trois-Rivières
10/12/2025
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Trois-Rivières will see a new $16-million recycling facility as Kruger consolidates its operations in the Mauricie region, aiming to strengthen fibre supply for its containerboard mill and reduce transportation emissions.
Recycled board producer FM Cartiere in crisis mode Recycled board producer FM Cartiere in crisis mode
10/11/2025
Italian recycled cartonboard manufacturer FM Cartiere is in crisis due to ongoing difficult market conditions, according to reports from the Piedmont regional government.
Metsä Tissue to invest in quality intelligent system at Mariestad mill Metsä Tissue to invest in quality intelligent system at Mariestad mill
10/11/2025
Valmet to deliver a Quality Control System (QCS) to Metsä Tissue’s Mariestad mill in Sweden. The intelligent system will support the performance and ensure quality of the mill’s tissue machine PM 35. The value of the order will not be disclosed.
Falling pulp and TiO2 prices leave their marks on decor paper price talks Falling pulp and TiO2 prices leave their marks on decor paper price talks
10/9/2025
Slow start in September after weak August business
Felix Schoeller to invest €13m in German production sites Felix Schoeller to invest €13m in German production sites
10/8/2025
After the closure of the Penig mill, decor paper producer Felix Schoeller has now announced investments in its other German sites
Interfor Launches $125M Bought Deal Share Offering Interfor Launches $125M Bought Deal Share Offering
10/8/2025
Interfor Corporation has entered into an agreement with a syndicate of underwriters led by RBC Capital Markets and Scotiabank for a $125 million bought deal public offering of common shares.
Canada’s Forest Sector Welcomes New Measures to Strengthen Strategic Canadian Industries Canada’s Forest Sector Welcomes New Measures to Strengthen Strategic Canadian Industries
10/7/2025
September 5, 2025 (Ottawa) Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) welcomes the federal government’s announcement of new measures to support trade-exposed Canadian businesses and employees and to enable economic transformation.
Greif’s Private Fleet Delivers Savings and Efficiency Greif’s Private Fleet Delivers Savings and Efficiency
10/6/2025
Greif is highlighting the impact of its private trucking fleet as a key driver of efficiency, cost savings, and improved customer service.
Canadian Innovation Powers Breakthrough in Packaging Canadian Innovation Powers Breakthrough in Packaging
10/4/2025
CelluForce, a global leader in cellulose nanocrystals (CNC), has unveiled CelluShield™, a bio-sourced barrier coating that makes flexible packaging both recyclable and high-performing.
AFRY Assesses Asset Integrity at Three Navigator Pulp Plants AFRY Assesses Asset Integrity at Three Navigator Pulp Plants
10/2/2025
AFRY has been commissioned by The Navigator Company to conduct a comprehensive assessment of asset integrity at its three pulp facilities in Portugal—Setúbal, Aveiro, and Figueira da Foz.
AF&PA Releases August 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report AF&PA Releases August 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report
10/1/2025
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the August 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly report on September 17.
Kap Paper Faces Possible Closure in Kapuskasing Kap Paper Faces Possible Closure in Kapuskasing
9/30/2025
The pulp and paper mill in Kapuskasing, Ontario, is facing the prospect of closure within two weeks, according to a letter sent to the federal government by the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) and the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA).
Carton Council Funds School Recycling Projects Carton Council Funds School Recycling Projects
9/30/2025
The Carton Council has awarded $75,634 CAD through its 2025 School Grant Program to 19 schools across Canada and the U.S. to support new or expanded food and beverage carton recycling initiatives.
Management of Iranian Industries in Sanctions and Crisis Conditions By Dr. Aliqoli Hassani Azami Management of Iranian Industries in Sanctions and Crisis Conditions By Dr. Aliqoli Hassani Azami
9/28/2025
Management of industries under sanctions and crises is one of the most challenging tests for managers.
Veritiv acquires Subotnick Packaging Veritiv acquires Subotnick Packaging
9/27/2025
Headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv Operating Company is a leading, global full-service provider of specialty packaging solutions. In addition to packaging, Veritiv provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services.
Holmen Board and Paper launches lightweight kraftliner Holmen Elevate Holmen Board and Paper launches lightweight kraftliner Holmen Elevate
9/25/2025
Elevate delivers one of the lowest carbon footprints in the sector
Recovered paper prices remain largely stable in Germany in September Recovered paper prices remain largely stable in Germany in September
9/25/2025
The downward trend in recovered paper prices came to a definitive halt in September. Market participants report that prices for bulk grades, especially supermarket and mixed paper, have largely moved sideways this month.
Sealed Air launches hybrid bagging machine for paper mailers Sealed Air launches hybrid bagging machine for paper mailers
9/24/2025
Sealed Air Corporation, a global leader in protective packaging, is advancing its strategy as a one-stop shop for fulfillment operations with the launch of the AUTOBAG® 850HB Hybrid Bagging Machine. Photo: PRNewsfoto/Sealed Air
Groundbreaking Ceremony for a 10-Megawatt Solar Power Plant in Ashkezar Groundbreaking Ceremony for a 10-Megawatt Solar Power Plant in Ashkezar
9/22/2025
With the presence of the Governor of Yazd, the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a 10-megawatt solar power plant at Modern Paper Factory in Ashkezar was held.
Tissue World partners with VPPA for Ho Chi Minh City launch Tissue World partners with VPPA for Ho Chi Minh City launch
9/22/2025
Tissue World Ho Chi Minh City is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Vietnam Pulp and Paper Association (VPPA), the most influential pulp and paper association in Vietnam, ahead of our launch event, taking place 25-26 November 2025 at the Equatorial Hotel.
Nefab Unveils New Fibre-Based EdgePak Collar Solutions Nefab Unveils New Fibre-Based EdgePak Collar Solutions
9/20/2025
Nefab has introduced an expanded version of its EdgePak Collar, a fibre-based alternative to wooden pallet collars designed for one-way shipments.
A warm welcome to our new and returning 2025 Chain of Custody Certificate holders A warm welcome to our new and returning 2025 Chain of Custody Certificate holders
9/20/2025
Each year, FSC Canada is honoured to welcome both new and returning members (back!) into the Chain of Custody Certificate program, where together we are making great strides in responsible forestry management and spreading awareness of the great value of FSC Certification.
Georgia-Pacific to Invest $800M in Alabama Pulp Mill Georgia-Pacific to Invest $800M in Alabama Pulp Mill
9/18/2025
Georgia-Pacific announced an $800 million investment to modernize and expand its Alabama River Cellulose mill in Perdue Hill.
Navigator Temporarily Cuts Pulp Output After Fire Navigator Temporarily Cuts Pulp Output After Fire
9/17/2025
The Navigator Company announced on 28 August 2025 that it had temporarily reduced pulp production at its Setúbal mill in Portugal following a fire in July.
Smithers: Regulations to Reshape Specialty Papers Market Smithers: Regulations to Reshape Specialty Papers Market
9/15/2025
According to a new report from Smithers, regulatory changes and sustainable innovation will shape the specialty papers market over the next five years.
USA investigate imports of high purity disolving pulp from Brazil and Norway USA investigate imports of high purity disolving pulp from Brazil and Norway
9/14/2025
US Department of Commerce (DOC) has launched an antidumping (AD) duty investigation of high purity dissolving pulp (DP) imported from Brazil and Norway and a countervailing (CV) duty investigation of imports of high purity DP from Brazil.
Twin Rivers celebrates 100 years of papermaking Twin Rivers celebrates 100 years of papermaking
9/14/2025
Twin Rivers Paper Company (“Twin Rivers”), a leading producer of specialty paper products, proudly marks a century of papermaking, operational excellence, product innovation, and a strong commitment to the communities where it operates.
Interfor to Reduce Lumber Output by 12% Across NA Interfor to Reduce Lumber Output by 12% Across NA
9/13/2025
Interfor announced plans to temporarily curtail its lumber production by approximately 145 million board feet between September and December 2025.
Sappi Expands High-Barrier Paper Range for Packaging Sappi Expands High-Barrier Paper Range for Packaging
9/13/2025
Sappi Europe is broadening its recyclable packaging portfolio with the launch of two new high-barrier papers, Guard Pro OHS and Guard Pro OMH.
Spinnova Gains Full Control of Woodspin and Suzano Finland Spinnova Gains Full Control of Woodspin and Suzano Finland
9/9/2025
Spinnova Plc has signed binding agreements to acquire all shares in Woodspin Oy and Suzano Finland Oy from Suzano S.A., securing full ownership of the joint venture entities and exclusivity rights on wood-based fibre technology.
Allocation of 1% of VAT Revenues to Industrial Estates Requested at Iran Chamber of Commerce Industry Commission Meeting Allocation of 1% of VAT Revenues to Industrial Estates Requested at Iran Chamber of Commerce Industry Commission Meeting
9/9/2025
In the recent meeting of the Industry Commission of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, it was requested that 1% of the value-added tax (VAT) revenues be allocated to industrial estates with the aim of renovating the estates and compensating for damages to industries caused by energy outages.
Domtar Outlines 2030 Sustainability Strategy Domtar Outlines 2030 Sustainability Strategy
9/8/2025
Domtar Presents Three-Pillar Sustainability Roadmap
The Sorrowful Story of Paper Production in Iran / What Is the Main Challenge in Producing School Textbooks? The Sorrowful Story of Paper Production in Iran / What Is the Main Challenge in Producing School Textbooks?
9/7/2025
The head of the Syndicate of Paper and Cardboard Producers of Iran announced that despite the ongoing problems in securing foreign currency, energy, and liquidity in production units, this year’s school textbooks will be produced and distributed without issue.
Graphic Packaging Unveils PaperSeal® Pressed MAP Tray Graphic Packaging Unveils PaperSeal® Pressed MAP Tray
9/6/2025
Graphic Packaging International has expanded its PaperSeal® portfolio with the launch of PaperSeal® Pressed, a breakthrough in modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) trays.
Adsorbi Opens Pilot Plant to Scale Cellulose Air Filters Adsorbi Opens Pilot Plant to Scale Cellulose Air Filters
9/4/2025
Swedish cleantech startup Adsorbi has launched its first pilot plant in Gothenburg, marking a decisive step toward commercializing its bio-based air purification technology.
Kemsley Mill Marks Progress in Fibre Line Project Kemsley Mill Marks Progress in Fibre Line Project
9/4/2025
DS Smith has reached a major milestone in its “F-Line Project” at Kemsley paper mill in Kent, with the completion of the main building for a new fibre preparation plant.
International Paper sells GCF unit, closes more sites in the USA International Paper sells GCF unit, closes more sites in the USA
9/3/2025
International Paper (IP) has unveiled a series of strategic changes aimed at strengthening its packaging operations and focusing on its core markets.
Seaman Paper launches SatinWrap Floral Seaman Paper launches SatinWrap Floral
9/2/2025
Seaman Paper announces the launch of SatinWrap Floral, a premium extension of its popular SatinWrap® product line, designed specifically for florists and floral packaging distributors.
Sustana Publishes 2024 Sustainability Report Sustana Publishes 2024 Sustainability Report
9/2/2025
Sustana has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, marking the company’s third annual review of environmental, social, and governance performance.

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