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Tiger Group offers OCC pulp mill packed with late-model equipment Tiger Group offers OCC pulp mill packed with late-model equipment
6/10/2026
Tiger Group and Can-Am Machinery, Inc. are now entertaining offers for an old corrugated containers (OCC) fiber processing and recycled pulp production plant, along with a drying system capable of handling everything from sludge to renewable wood pellets.
Domtar Sells EAM Absorbent Materials Business to Saothair Domtar Sells EAM Absorbent Materials Business to Saothair
6/8/2026
Domtar has completed the sale of its Engineered Absorbent Materials business, EAM Corporation, to Saothair Capital Partners, marking another step in the group’s strategic reshaping around core forest products and packaging.
EU review could reshape the market for bioplastics and packaging EU review could reshape the market for bioplastics and packaging
6/6/2026
The European Commission is intensifying its efforts to define the role that biobased feedstocks should play in the future packaging industry. The issue has gained prominence as the European Union prepares for the full implementation of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which will begin to apply from August 2026.
Metsä Fibre Earns EcoVadis Platinum for 8th Consecutive Year Metsä Fibre Earns EcoVadis Platinum for 8th Consecutive Year
6/2/2026
Metsä Fibre has earned EcoVadis Platinum status for the eighth consecutive year, placing the company among the top one percent of pulp, paper and board producers assessed globally.
Valmet to deliver recovery boiler upgrade to Sappi Saiccor mill Valmet to deliver recovery boiler upgrade to Sappi Saiccor mill
5/31/2026
Valmet has been selected by Sappi Southern Africa to deliver a full EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) package for the replacement of recovery boiler components at the Saiccor Mill in South Africa. This upgrade of critical boiler parts will improve operational safety, reduce the risk of unplanned downtime and improve overall reliability of the mill.
Mondi Highlights Packaging Innovation Across Markets Mondi Highlights Packaging Innovation Across Markets
5/26/2026
Mondi has showcased three case studies that underline how packaging can support brand positioning, sustainability goals and logistics efficiency across very different markets.
13% Reduction in Agricultural Water Consumption with the Internet of Things (IoT) 13% Reduction in Agricultural Water Consumption with the Internet of Things (IoT)
5/25/2026
The head of the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization announced the success of smart irrigation systems in reducing water consumption by 13% and increasing efficiency by 18% across 13,000 hectares.
Aquakraft increases CCM capacity at Ferizli mill Aquakraft increases CCM capacity at Ferizli mill
5/24/2026
Turkish paper producer Aquakraft Kağıt ve Ambalaj and Voith have signed a contract for a comprehensive rebuild of PM 2 at Aquakraft’s Ferizli mill near Istanbul.
Can "Layered Internet" work in Iran for advertising and information dissemination? Can "Layered Internet" work in Iran for advertising and information dissemination?
5/13/2026
Yes, "Layered Internet" can technically allow some businesses and media outlets to continue operating, but it will severely affect the quality, competitive fairness, cost, and sustainability of information activities.
The Virtual Book Fair Is a Window for Strengthening Publishers’ Liquidity The Virtual Book Fair Is a Window for Strengthening Publishers’ Liquidity
5/10/2026
The director of Zarnavesht Publishing stated that any opportunity created for offering books is valuable, and holding a virtual book fair can serve as an opportunity for publishers.
Is the information on your phone secure? Is the information on your phone secure?
5/2/2026
While technological advancements have brought many benefits to users, they have also presented problems, causing many individuals to face difficulties regarding the information they store on their phones.
Comparison of the Ukraine War Experience with the Iran–Iraq War Comparison of the Ukraine War Experience with the Iran–Iraq War
4/25/2026
The comparison between the experience of the Ukraine war (since 2022) and the Iran–Iraq war (1980–1988) in the paper and cellulose industries, from the perspective of labor and production structure, reveals a number of highly noteworthy points.
The Ukraine War and the Cellulose Industry The Ukraine War and the Cellulose Industry
4/22/2026
Today we will examine the Ukraine war (from 2022 onward) as a case study for the state of the workforce in the cellulose industries. Several very interesting patterns can be observed that can be highly instructive for analyzing the future of this industry under crisis conditions.
Assignment of Renewable Power Plant Sites in the Country Assignment of Renewable Power Plant Sites in the Country
4/20/2026
The Director General of the Office of Resource Assessment and Environmental Affairs at SATBA provided details on the process of identifying, evaluating, and allocating sites for renewable power plants.
Paper Market in a State of Agitation; Warehouse Inventories High, Prices Unpredictable Paper Market in a State of Agitation; Warehouse Inventories High, Prices Unpredictable
4/16/2026
The head of the Union of Paper and Cardboard Sellers emphasized that paper is available in warehouses, but reported confusion and agitation in the market, stating that price trends in the coming days are unpredictable.
Importation of Raw Materials for the Paper Industry from Russia via Alternative Routes to Bandar Abbas Port During Wartime and Post-War Periods Importation of Raw Materials for the Paper Industry from Russia via Alternative Routes to Bandar Abbas Port During Wartime and Post-War Periods
4/4/2026
Iran’s paper industry has a high dependency on imported raw materials, including wood pulp (long fiber and short fiber), chemicals, kaolin, starch, and process additives.
Smurfit Westrock partners with SLR and RIZM to accelerate Net Zero transition across its European recycled paper mills Smurfit Westrock partners with SLR and RIZM to accelerate Net Zero transition across its European recycled paper mills
2/19/2026
By driving decarbonization at the heart of its operations, Smurfit Westrock is enabling a stronger circular economy and delivering packaging solutions that support its customers’ climate goals.
Valmet to supply with three additional IntelliTissue machines for Yusen Group Valmet to supply with three additional IntelliTissue machines for Yusen Group
2/17/2026
Valmet will supply three IntelliTissue 1600 tissue machines to Yusen Group for its mills in Tai'an, Liaoning Province, and Chongxin, Gansu Province, China.
Hinojosa keeps the EcoVadis Gold medal for the fourth consecutive year, achieving 80 points in the 2025 assessment Hinojosa keeps the EcoVadis Gold medal for the fourth consecutive year, achieving 80 points in the 2025 assessment
12/29/2025
For the fourth consecutive year, Hinojosa Packaging Group kept the Gold medal in the EcoVadis platform, an international benchmark in the evaluation of environmental, social, ethical and sustainable purchasing practices.
New report: the US, Canada, and Europe face diverging paths in softwood lumber New report: the US, Canada, and Europe face diverging paths in softwood lumber
12/21/2025
A new outlook report, Softwood Lumber - Tariffs, Turbulence and New Trade Flows to 2030, provides a data-driven assessment of how the United States, Canada, and Europe are reshaping global softwood lumber markets.
Turning Pulp Mill CO₂ into Low-Carbon Paving Stones Turning Pulp Mill CO₂ into Low-Carbon Paving Stones
12/6/2025
Metsä Group is demonstrating a novel way to reuse biogenic carbon dioxide from pulp production by converting it into paving stones.
CMPC Opens a New Chapter in Sustainable Packaging CMPC Opens a New Chapter in Sustainable Packaging
12/3/2025
CMPC, one of Latin America’s largest forest, pulp and paper groups, is rapidly reshaping its business model to position itself as a global supplier of sustainable fiber-based packaging.
UPM Backs New EU Bioeconomy Strategy UPM Backs New EU Bioeconomy Strategy
12/3/2025
UPM has officially endorsed the European Union’s newly published Bioeconomy Strategy, characterizing the initiative as a decisive pivot toward climate neutrality and renewed industrial competitiveness.
GP and the Unlikely Story of Paper Made in Space GP and the Unlikely Story of Paper Made in Space
11/26/2025
Product innovation often happens in the lab, but one of the most unusual breakthroughs connected to Georgia-Pacific’s consumer products business took place far above Earth—212 miles above it, aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia.
Lumber Outlook: Imports Still Key to U.S. Supply Chain Lumber Outlook: Imports Still Key to U.S. Supply Chain
11/22/2025
US housing demand and production constraints ensure a strong import role for lumber, new outlook report finds
Tube packaging market expected to generate a revenue of USD 19.58 billion by 2032 Tube packaging market expected to generate a revenue of USD 19.58 billion by 2032
11/18/2025
The Tube Packaging Market is experiencing rapid expansion, driven by increasing demand for eco-friendly, lightweight, and convenient packaging solutions across personal care, pharmaceutical, and food industries. However, fluctuating raw material prices and the availability of alternative packaging solutions act as key restraints impacting market growth globally.
Kimberly-Clark to acquire Kenvue, creating a $32 billion leader Kimberly-Clark to acquire Kenvue, creating a $32 billion leader
11/16/2025
Kimberly-Clark and Kenvue Inc., a global consumer health leader, announce an agreement under which Kimberly-Clark will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Kenvue common stock in a cash and stock transaction that values Kenvue at an enterprise value of approximately $48.7 billion, based on the closing price of Kimberly-Clark common stock on October 31, 2025.
Dry pulp: Period of volatility following china’s new import rules Dry pulp: Period of volatility following china’s new import rules
11/11/2025
China’s decision to implement new requirements on imported ‘dry pulp’ is creating significant challenges for processors in Thailand, the BIR World Recycling Convention in Bangkok heard this week.
“World trade at an historic crossroads” says keynote speaker at the BIR World Recycling Convention “World trade at an historic crossroads” says keynote speaker at the BIR World Recycling Convention
11/11/2025
How recyclers will benefit from the growing demand for secondary materials during a seismic shift in the world order has been set out at the Bureau of International Recycling’s World Recycling Convention in Bangkok.
Paper packaging market to reach USD 582 billion by 2035 Paper packaging market to reach USD 582 billion by 2035
11/10/2025
The global paper packaging materials market is set for strong expansion, driven by increasing consumer awareness of environmental sustainability, stricter regulatory mandates, and rising adoption of eco-friendly packaging solutions across multiple industries.
Weyerhaeuser completes acquisitions totaling $459 million Weyerhaeuser completes acquisitions totaling $459 million
11/9/2025
Weyerhaeuser Company recently announced updates on recent actions to enhance portfolio quality and value through a series of strategic and capital-efficient timberland transactions.
Five Proven Strategies to Optimize Tank Cleaning in Pulp and Paper Operations Five Proven Strategies to Optimize Tank Cleaning in Pulp and Paper Operations
11/9/2025
In the pulp and paper industry, tank cleaning is often treated as a routine maintenance task—necessary but inefficient. Yet, with the right strategy, it can become a source of operational excellence. Here are five key approaches mills can adopt to transform tank cleaning from a bottleneck into a performance booster.
Strategic site development for sustainable projects in the paper industry Strategic site development for sustainable projects in the paper industry
11/5/2025
The paper and packaging industry is facing major challenges: raw material prices, energy costs, environmental regulations and ongoing competitive pressure demand mills that are both efficient and adaptable to ensure sustainable profitability.
Advancing Coffee Cup Recycling in Canada Advancing Coffee Cup Recycling in Canada
11/2/2025
Recycling takeaway coffee cups has long been a challenge. Most are made from paperboard lined with a thin layer of plastic or polyethylene to resist liquids, and this lining can make it more difficult to process in recycling systems. As a result, cups have often been excluded from municipal curbside recycling programs.
Lessons from Lab to Mill: Sodium Metaborate in Kraft Pulping Lessons from Lab to Mill: Sodium Metaborate in Kraft Pulping
10/30/2025
Lessons learned the hard way: Sodium metaborate looked promising in laboratory tests, but in industrial Kraft mills, the chemistry never survived.
The electric revolution in papermills: Is a zero-emission future possible? The electric revolution in papermills: Is a zero-emission future possible?
10/29/2025
The paper industry, long recognized as an energy-intensive sector, is now at a crucial turning point. As Europe aims for carbon neutrality by 2050, paper mills face an unprecedented challenge: electrifying their production processes to drastically cut emissions and maintain competitiveness.
Microsoft Redefines Packaging Through Inclusive Design Microsoft Redefines Packaging Through Inclusive Design
10/28/2025
At London Packaging Week 2025, held at ExCeL London, Microsoft’s Senior Director of Design for Packaging and Content, Kevin Marshall, revealed how the tech giant is reshaping product design through the lens of inclusion and accessibility.
ABB launches mill-wide optimization software for smarter, more resilient pulp production ABB launches mill-wide optimization software for smarter, more resilient pulp production
10/26/2025
ABB has introduced ABB Ability™ Plant Optimizer for Pulp Mills, a dynamic software solution that helps pulp producers bridge the gap between production planning and real-time operations.
Steam Basics: The Steam Circuit in Paper Manufacturing Steam Basics: The Steam Circuit in Paper Manufacturing
10/19/2025
In modern papermaking, one of the most effective methods for removing water from the sheet is through the utilization of steam’s latent heat of vaporization.
UPM Strengthens Pulpwood Supply through Versowood Deal UPM Strengthens Pulpwood Supply through Versowood Deal
10/18/2025
UPM has signed a long-term strategic agreement with Versowood, Finland’s largest private producer and processor of sawn timber, to strengthen its pulpwood supply and ensure reliable access to raw materials in Finland’s competitive wood market.
Overview of the Global Pulp and Paper Market in Q2 2025 Overview of the Global Pulp and Paper Market in Q2 2025
10/15/2025
As the global pulp and paper sector moves through 2025, one thing has become clear: resilience isn’t just a buzzword - it’s a survival strategy.
Why Spiral Dryer Felts Outperform Woven Designs Why Spiral Dryer Felts Outperform Woven Designs
10/6/2025
In papermaking, the dryer section is where efficiency, profitability, and product quality are ultimately determined.
When to Train Your Team for Success When to Train Your Team for Success
10/5/2025
Training your maintenance and operations team at the right time can be crucial to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of your business.
Voith introduces new CellPress roll cover Voith introduces new CellPress roll cover
10/4/2025
Voith introduces new CellPress roll cover for chemically demanding applications in pulp production
Extended Lifetime for Screening and Refining Performance Components Extended Lifetime for Screening and Refining Performance Components
10/1/2025
Pulp screening and low-consistency refining play essential roles in achieving the desired properties of paper, tissue and board. Screening and refining performance components can, however, be subjected to high levels of abrasive contaminants that will cause wear and compromise performance.
Strategies to Overcome the Losses and Risks of the “Neither War nor Peace” Situation Strategies to Overcome the Losses and Risks of the “Neither War nor Peace” Situation
9/28/2025
By Abolfazl Roghani, Chairman of the Industry Commission of Iran Chamber of Commerce
Kemira expands into industrial water treatment services Kemira expands into industrial water treatment services
9/27/2025
Water Engineering is a leading provider of water treatment chemicals, consultation, and services including analytics and testing, water management, legionella management, and water treatment equipment among others.
Cepac invests £53m in its Rotherham site in the UK Cepac invests £53m in its Rotherham site in the UK
9/24/2025
Cepac, one of the UK’s leading innovators of performance packaging, is embarking on a significant, 36-month investment in developing its physical footprint further at its prime site in the north of England.

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