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Södra’s Biomass Power Surplus Fuels 50,000 Homes Södra’s Biomass Power Surplus Fuels 50,000 Homes
6/11/2025
In 2024, Södra reinforced its position as a major producer of biomass-based green electricity, generating more power than it consumed and helping to drive Sweden’s energy transition.
Metsä Fibre completes negotiations on temporary layoffs at Rauma and Joutseno mills Metsä Fibre completes negotiations on temporary layoffs at Rauma and Joutseno mills
6/11/2025
Finnish pulp and wod products manufacturer Metsä Fibre, a member of the Metsä Group, has completed the statutory change negotiations with employee representatives on the possible temporary layoffs at the company's facilities in Rauma and Joutseno.
Label paper company Feldmuehle enters insolvency proceedings under self-administration Label paper company Feldmuehle enters insolvency proceedings under self-administration
6/11/2025
Uetersen-based Feldmuehle GmbH, a German manufacturer specializing in coated label papers and flexible packaging papers, has filed for insolvency under self-administration as it seeks to restructure and stabilize its operations.
Valmet to deliver a furnace upgrade to Shotton mill Valmet to deliver a furnace upgrade to Shotton mill
6/10/2025
Valmet is to deliver a furnace upgrade, along with a long-term service agreement, to Eren Holding’s Shotton Mill in the UK. The furnace upgrade will be delivered by the end of 2025.
CO280 and JPMorganChase Sign Deal for Pulp Mill Carbon Removal CO280 and JPMorganChase Sign Deal for Pulp Mill Carbon Removal
6/9/2025
CO280, a leading carbon removal project developer, has signed a long-term offtake agreement with JPMorganChase to capture and store biogenic CO₂ emissions from a pulp and paper mill on the U.S. Gulf Coast.
Sun Paper Starts Up High-Speed XcelLine PM 2 in Beihai Sun Paper Starts Up High-Speed XcelLine PM 2 in Beihai
6/8/2025
Sun Paper has successfully started up its XcelLine PM 2 paper machine in Beihai, southeastern China.
Sustainable Future: Ceresana Launches New Series of Events on the Bio-Economy Sustainable Future: Ceresana Launches New Series of Events on the Bio-Economy
6/7/2025
The transition to an environmentally friendly economic model is a long-term global goal, unaffected by the turbulence of day-to-day politics.
Stora Enso Sells 12.4% of Swedish Forest Assets for €900M Stora Enso Sells 12.4% of Swedish Forest Assets for €900M
6/3/2025
Stora Enso has announced the divestment of approximately 175,000 hectares of forest land in Sweden—representing 12.4% of its total holdings—for an enterprise value of EUR 900 million.
B.C. Launches New Forest Advisory Council to Guide Stewardship B.C. Launches New Forest Advisory Council to Guide Stewardship
6/2/2025
The Government of British Columbia has launched the Provincial Forest Advisory Council, a new body tasked with shaping the future of the province’s forestry sector through evidence-based, inclusive, and sustainable policies.
Carbonity Opens Canada’s First Industrial Biochar Plant in Québec Carbonity Opens Canada’s First Industrial Biochar Plant in Québec
6/1/2025
Canada’s first industrial-scale biochar plant, Carbonity, officially opened on May 22, 2025, in Port-Cartier, Québec.
AF&PA Releases April 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report AF&PA Releases April 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report
5/31/2025
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the April 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly report.
Norske Skog Begins Containerboard Production at Golbey Mill Norske Skog Begins Containerboard Production at Golbey Mill
5/29/2025
Norske Skog has officially launched containerboard production at its Golbey mill, marking the largest single investment in the company’s history and a transformative step in its business strategy.
Valmet to supply a major paper machine rebuild to Sylvamo Valmet to supply a major paper machine rebuild to Sylvamo
5/29/2025
Valmet will supply an extensive rebuild for Sylvamo’s paper machine PM 2 in Eastover, South Carolina, USA. The rebuild for the paper machine will include a new headbox, enhancements to various sections of the machine, and Industrial Internet solutions. The start-up is scheduled for the end of 2026.
Recovered paper prices stabilise in France Recovered paper prices stabilise in France
5/28/2025
The recovered paper market in France has settled down again. After a hectic phase during which prices for the ordinary grades surged, availability has been improving since the middle of April.
Mondi Maintains Top 1% Ranking in EcoVadis Sustainability Ratings Mondi Maintains Top 1% Ranking in EcoVadis Sustainability Ratings
5/27/2025
Mondi has once again earned Platinum status in EcoVadis’ annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) ratings, placing it among the top 1% of companies globally for the ninth consecutive year.
Aging U.S. Kraftliner Mills Face Uncertain Future Aging U.S. Kraftliner Mills Face Uncertain Future
5/25/2025
Georgia-Pacific recently announced the permanent closure of its Cedar Springs Containerboard mill in Georgia, with operations set to cease by the end of 2025.
Siemens Energy to provide energy solution for Arauco's Sucuriú plant Siemens Energy to provide energy solution for Arauco's Sucuriú plant
5/25/2025
Siemens Energy has been selected by Arauco, one of the largest global pulp companies, to supply steam turbogenerators and the entire energy distribution system for its first pulp mill in Brazil.
Ecohelix wins green product award Ecohelix wins green product award
5/25/2025
Ecohelix announces that its innovative Woodmer Seal has been awarded the Green Product Award 2025 in the Packaging category. This esteemed recognition celebrates Woodmer Seal as a groundbreaking and sustainable solution for the packaging industry.
Lecta Renews Ineris Certification for Phenol-Free Termax Papers Lecta Renews Ineris Certification for Phenol-Free Termax Papers
5/24/2025
Lecta has renewed the "BPA Free - No Phenols Added" certification from Ineris for its entire range of phenol-free Termax thermal papers, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, product safety, and environmental responsibility.
Navigator to Boost PM3 with €30M Investment at Setúbal Navigator to Boost PM3 with €30M Investment at Setúbal
5/22/2025
Navigator will invest € 30 million to upgrade PM3 at the Setúbal site.
Södra Acquires Full Ownership of Dutch Sales Partner Smartt Södra Acquires Full Ownership of Dutch Sales Partner Smartt
5/21/2025
Swedish forest industry group Södra has acquired 100% of Smartt Timber B.V., its long-time sales partner in the Netherlands and Belgium.
Coral Book 1.5: Sustainable Uncoated Paper by Lecta Coral Book 1.5: Sustainable Uncoated Paper by Lecta
5/20/2025
Lecta has expanded its line of uncoated publishing papers with the launch of Coral Book Natural 1.5, a high-bulk paper designed to meet the exacting standards of publishers and printers seeking both aesthetic appeal and high performance.
A.Celli and Ahlstrom sign a contract for the supply of a nonwoven rewinder A.Celli and Ahlstrom sign a contract for the supply of a nonwoven rewinder
5/19/2025
The A.Celli E-WIND® RAPID rewinder will process wetlaid for the production of filters for the food & beverage industry.
Kimberly-Clark’s Quiet Revolution: Direct-to-Consumer Shift Kimberly-Clark’s Quiet Revolution: Direct-to-Consumer Shift
5/19/2025
A few days ago, Kimberly-Clark (KC) announced the company's largest US expansion in more than 30 years (USD 2 billion).
International Paper Streamlines Texas and Mexico Operations International Paper Streamlines Texas and Mexico Operations
5/17/2025
International Paper is realigning its footprint in the Rio Grande Valley to support its North American growth strategy and strengthen its packaging network.
Essity to start up Unifibres facility in October Essity to start up Unifibres facility in October
5/17/2025
Hygiene and health company Essity is preparing to launch its new Unifibres facility in Prudhoe, North East England, marking a significant milestone in the company’s efforts to enhance its recycled fibre operations in the UK....
Metsä Fibre starts negotiations on possible temporary layoffs in Joutseno and Rauma Metsä Fibre starts negotiations on possible temporary layoffs in Joutseno and Rauma
5/15/2025
Metsä Fibre, a member of the Metsä Group, will start change negotiations on possible temporary layoffs at the Joutseno and Rauma pulp mills and the Rauma sawmill. The negotiations involve the entire personnel of these production facilities, a total of approximately 465 people.
International Paper Breaks Ground on New Sustainable Plant in Iowa International Paper Breaks Ground on New Sustainable Plant in Iowa
5/15/2025
International Paper has broken ground on a new state-of-the-art packaging facility in Waterloo, Iowa, marking a key investment in the company’s sustainable growth strategy and its presence in the Midwest.
Metsä Board among only eight companies worldwide included in the CDP Triple A list Metsä Board among only eight companies worldwide included in the CDP Triple A list
5/13/2025
The global environmental non-profit CDP has published the corporate scores for 2024 disclosures. Out of 22,700 companies scored, only eight companies globally received the best Triple A rating across climate, forests and water security. Metsä Board, part of Metsä Group, was one of these eight companies and the only forest industry company among these highest scored companies.
Nefab Group acquires Embalajes Echeberria in Spain Nefab Group acquires Embalajes Echeberria in Spain
5/13/2025
Sweden-based Nefab Group has acquired Embalajes Echeberria Soluciones de Embalaje, a Spanish supplier of heavy-duty packaging and bespoke industry solutions. The acquisition, effective 23 April, was carried out through Nefab S.A.U., Spain.
Mondi starts up rebuilt containerboard machine in Duino Mondi starts up rebuilt containerboard machine in Duino
5/13/2025
Mondi has commissioned its rebuilt recycled corrugated case material machine at the Duino site in Italy. Less than a year after the groundbreaking ceremony, the project has thus been completed on schedule, the company reports.
US boxboard production decreased by 1 per cent in Q1 2025 US boxboard production decreased by 1 per cent in Q1 2025
5/12/2025
U.S. boxboard production in Q1 2025 fell 1% compared to Q1 2024. The boxboard operating rate was 87.8%, up 1.6 points from the same quarter last year, according to the American Forest & Paper Association.
Smurfit Westrock to Cut Capacity, Close Four Facilities Smurfit Westrock to Cut Capacity, Close Four Facilities
5/11/2025
Smurfit Westrock has announced significant operational changes that include the permanent closure of two paper mills in the United States and the potential closure of two converting facilities in Germany.
Greif to Close Los Angeles Mill, Ending West Coast CRB Production Greif to Close Los Angeles Mill, Ending West Coast CRB Production
5/10/2025
Greif Inc. announced today that it will permanently close its Los Angeles paperboard mill in June 2025, marking the end of its coated recycled paperboard (CRB) production on the U.S. West Coast.
The Vital Role of the Forest Sector in the Canadian Economy The Vital Role of the Forest Sector in the Canadian Economy
5/8/2025
New Report Highlights Forest Sector’s Vital Role in Strengthening Canada’s Economy from Coast to Coast
Fort Nelson Fire Recovery Project to Support Fibre Supply Chain Fort Nelson Fire Recovery Project to Support Fibre Supply Chain
5/8/2025
A wildfire recovery initiative in British Columbia’s Fort Nelson Community Forest is set to support fibre availability and waste wood utilization in the region—providing downstream benefits for the pulp and paper sector.
Researchers Highlight Biomass’s Critical Role in Future Energy Systems Researchers Highlight Biomass’s Critical Role in Future Energy Systems
5/7/2025
Biomass is emerging as a focal point in discussions about the future energy system. While some hail it as essential to the green transition, others raise concerns about its impact on biodiversity when forest residuals are used for energy.
Scarcity worries send prices for ordinary recovered paper grades rising in France Scarcity worries send prices for ordinary recovered paper grades rising in France
5/5/2025
The French market saw prices for ordinary grades of recovered paper climb significantly in April, in keeping with developments in other countries, including Germany. Concerns about adequate supply were rife, prompting buyers to dig much deeper into their pockets.
UPM Plywood starts change negotiations in Finland UPM Plywood starts change negotiations in Finland
5/5/2025
UPM plans to reorganise its Plywood business in Finland and has started negotiations on possible job cuts.
VPK Group takes over Italian packaging company Open Imballaggi VPK Group takes over Italian packaging company Open Imballaggi
5/4/2025
Belgium-based paper, board and packaging company VPK Group continues its expansion on the packaging market in Italy. The group announces the acquisition of Open Imballaggi, an independent family-owned corrugated packaging producer located in Calcinate near Bergamo.
Rengo Invests in Kinki Danboru Rengo Invests in Kinki Danboru
5/3/2025
Rengo Co., Ltd. announces that it has invested in Kinki Danboru. through third-party allocation and acquired a 28.6% share of the company.
Innofibre to Present at Forest Innovation Conference Innofibre to Present at Forest Innovation Conference
5/1/2025
Jean-Philippe Jacques, Director at Innofibre, will be speaking at the Forest Innovation and Bioeconomy Conference (FIBC), taking place May 6–8 in Vancouver.
Hood Container to Shut Down Simpsonville Facility Hood Container to Shut Down Simpsonville Facility
5/1/2025
Hood Container Corporation has revealed plans to close its Simpsonville facility (South Carolina) at 1224 Old Stage Road by June 15, 2025.
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4/30/2025
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Alberta Invests $3 Million in Hydrogen Project Using Forestry Waste Alberta Invests $3 Million in Hydrogen Project Using Forestry Waste
4/30/2025
The Government of Alberta is investing $3 million to support a new project that turns forestry waste into carbon-negative hydrogen, advancing the province’s clean energy leadership.
Mondi helps reduce Evonik’s carbon footprint with new paper bags Mondi helps reduce Evonik’s carbon footprint with new paper bags
4/29/2025
Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has created a recyclable pre-made paper bag for chemical powders, working in partnership with chemical company Evonik. The lightweight bag has been developed to reduce the carbon footprint of packaging for fumed silica, which is used as a performance additive in various industrial and consumer applications.
Sylvamo announces new CEO and General Manager Europe Sylvamo announces new CEO and General Manager Europe
4/29/2025
Sylvamo, spin-off of International Paper, has announced leadership changes. John Sims will become new CEO when Jean-Michel Ribiéras retires at the end of 2025. Shawn Lawson will become senior vice president and general manager, Europe as Oliver Taudien, who currently holds this position, is leaving the company after a transition period.
Stora Enso gets approval for Junnikkala sawmill acquisition Stora Enso gets approval for Junnikkala sawmill acquisition
4/27/2025
In 2024, Stora Enso entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of the Finnish sawmill company Junnikkala Oy. This acquisition aims to secure a cost-efficient wood supply to Stora Enso's packaging board site in Oulu, Finland, and to support Stora Enso's wood products business with new production assets.

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