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Australia’s most advanced paper and cardboard recycling facility comes online Australia’s most advanced paper and cardboard recycling facility comes online
8/28/2023
Visy recently unveiled a major $42.5 million upgrade to its paper recycling and remanufacturing campus in Coolaroo with Premier Daniel Andrews and Federal Minister for the Environment and Water, Tanya Plibersek.
European Paper Industry Associations Pro Carton and CEPI Cartonboard to Merge European Paper Industry Associations Pro Carton and CEPI Cartonboard to Merge
8/27/2023
Pro Carton and CEPI Cartonboard recently announced that they will merge into one association under the name Pro Carton. The decision follows a 12-month period of consultation.
Sappi Europe to Maintain Prices of Woodfree Coated Paper for Remainder of 2023 Sappi Europe to Maintain Prices of Woodfree Coated Paper for Remainder of 2023
8/27/2023
In an effort to address prevalent supply chain uncertainties and to maintain the commercial viability of its Graphic Paper business, Sappi Europe will keep prices for its Woodfree Coated Paper grades stable at today’s level for the remainder of 2023.
Change in the Andritz Executive Board Change in the Andritz Executive Board
8/27/2023
Jarno Nymark (M.Sc. Eng.) has been appointed to the ANDRITZ AG Executive Board as of October 1, 2023, assuming responsibility for the Pulp & Paper Business Area.
Sofidel America unveils Nicky Elite brand with new mascot Sofidel America unveils Nicky Elite brand with new mascot
8/27/2023
Sofidel, a prominent global supplier of hygienic and household paper, has unveiled its renowned European brand, Nicky, to U.S. consumers.
Voith and Sichuan Huaqiao Fenghuang Paper successfully start up PM6 packaging paper machine Voith and Sichuan Huaqiao Fenghuang Paper successfully start up PM6 packaging paper machine
8/26/2023
On August 13, Sichuan Huaqiao Fenghuang Paper successfully started up its highly efficient XcelLine packaging paper machine at the Guanghan site.
Greenply produces first fibers with new Andritz pressurized refining system Greenply produces first fibers with new Andritz pressurized refining system
8/26/2023
Greenply Industries Limited has successfully produced first fibers with its new high-performance pressurized refining system from ANDRITZ at its MDF (medium-density fiberboard) production facility in Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
Valmet to deliver mill-wide optimization to Mercer Rosenthal in Germany Valmet to deliver mill-wide optimization to Mercer Rosenthal in Germany
8/26/2023
Valmet has secured a contract to provide Mercer Rosenthal, a kraft pulp mill in Germany, with a Mill-Wide Optimization solution.
Revitalized industrial site enters final redevelopment stage Revitalized industrial site enters final redevelopment stage
8/26/2023
The owners of the former Verso Paper Luke Mill site in Western Maryland have prepared the property for redevelopment and are now selling the final two parcels, which include the 55-acre main mill site and the 85-acre Beryl Woodyard.
US printing-writing paper shipments down 25% in July US printing-writing paper shipments down 25% in July
8/24/2023
Total U.S. printing-writing paper shipments decreased 25% in July 2023 compared to July 2022.
Koskisen to invest in new log yard in connection with sawmill Koskisen to invest in new log yard in connection with sawmill
8/24/2023
The wood products company Koskisen will continue to develop Sawmill Industry’s production and has decided to invest in an eight-hectare log yard in connection with the new sawmill in Järvelä.
Valmet to supply machine vision systems to Shanxi Qiangwei Paper in China Valmet to supply machine vision systems to Shanxi Qiangwei Paper in China
8/24/2023
Valmet has received an order from Shanxi Qiangwei Paper Co., Ltd. to supply machine vision systems for Qiangwei’s paper machine PM 6.
Valmet to deliver diffuser rebuild to Billerud’s Skärblacka mill in Sweden Valmet to deliver diffuser rebuild to Billerud’s Skärblacka mill in Sweden
8/22/2023
Valmet will deliver a complete atmospheric diffuser rebuild to Billerud’s Skärblacka mill in Sweden. The delivery is scheduled to take place in May 2024.
Billerud introduces new regional organization for Europe and appoints acting CFO Billerud introduces new regional organization for Europe and appoints acting CFO
8/22/2023
Billerud is introducing a new organization whereby the company harmonizes and operates its business in two distinct geographical regions – Europe and North America. Billerud further appoints Andrei Krés as acting CFO, effective immediately.
Share of paper packaging rise in US$73.5 billion MEA packaging market Share of paper packaging rise in US$73.5 billion MEA packaging market
8/22/2023
The share of paper packaging in the estimated US$74 billion overall packaging market in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) continues to see an exponential growth with e-commerce boom and consumer preference veers to sustainable and environment-friendly solutions.
Sonoco adds 2 new EnviroFlex Paper pre-qualifications for How2Recycle labelling Sonoco adds 2 new EnviroFlex Paper pre-qualifications for How2Recycle labelling
8/21/2023
Sonoco has added two new cold seal structures to the growing family of EnviroFlex® Paper products receiving How2Recycle® Widely recyclable pre-qualification.
Paper Excellence Canada permanently curtails Catalyst Paper Tiskwat Paper Excellence Canada permanently curtails Catalyst Paper Tiskwat
8/21/2023
Paper Excellence Canada announced today the permanent curtailment of Catalyst Paper tiskwat, its paper mill in Powell River, BC.
President and CEO Pasi Laine to resign from Valmet during 2024 President and CEO Pasi Laine to resign from Valmet during 2024
8/21/2023
Valmet’s Board of Directors has accepted the resignation of Valmet’s President and CEO Pasi Laine and related terms and conditions.
Packaging manufacturing workers secure significant wage increases Packaging manufacturing workers secure significant wage increases
8/20/2023
Amcor workers represented by Teamsters Local 238 voted to ratify a new four-year agreement by a strong margin, ending a two-week strike at the company’s plant in Des Moines, Iowa.
Thai Cane PM11 awards order for 3 Dryer Fabric Cleaners to ProJet Thai Cane PM11 awards order for 3 Dryer Fabric Cleaners to ProJet
8/20/2023
ProJet received an order for a total 3 Power Cleaners (dryer fabric cleaners) from Thai Cane (Siam Cement Group) for their PM11 in Kanchanaburi, Thailand.
Wepack 2023 lifts a new trend of innovation and development in the global packaging industry Wepack 2023 lifts a new trend of innovation and development in the global packaging industry
8/19/2023
Organised by RX (Reed Exhibitions), WEPACK series exhibitions, including SinoCorrugated 2023, SinoFoldingCarton 2023, DPrint 2023, SinoPaper 2023, Food Pack & Tech 2023 and PACKCON 2023, has been successfully held at the National Convention & Exhibition Center (Shanghai) from 12-14 July 2023. T
Andritz to optimize fiberline at Stora Enso’s Enocell mill Andritz to optimize fiberline at Stora Enso’s Enocell mill
8/19/2023
Andritz has received an order from Stora Enso to optimize the fiberline at the Enocell pulp mill in Uimaharju, Finland.
Matrix Pack partners with Curt G. Joa to supply machinery for dry molded fiber Matrix Pack partners with Curt G. Joa to supply machinery for dry molded fiber
8/19/2023
Matrix Pack has entered into an industrialization partnership and machine supply agreement with JOA to support Matrix Pack’s business development in North America and Europe. Matrix Pack partners with JOA for Dry Molded Fiber Machiner – PulPac
Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper acquires Thunder Bay mill from Resolute FP Canada Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper acquires Thunder Bay mill from Resolute FP Canada
8/13/2023
Atlas Holdings announces the closing of the previously announced acquisition of the pulp, newsprint and directory paper mill operations in Thunder Bay, Ontario from Resolute FP Canada Inc. by Atlas’ affiliate, Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper Inc.
PT. Sun Paper Source awards ProJet order for high pressure cleaners PT. Sun Paper Source awards ProJet order for high pressure cleaners
8/12/2023
ProJet received an order for the supply of 2 new high pressure showers for the Forming Fabric and the Felt Section from PT.
HKB-Hoa Lu Paper starts up OCC line at Nho Quan mill in Vietnam HKB-Hoa Lu Paper starts up OCC line at Nho Quan mill in Vietnam
8/12/2023
HKB-Hoa Lu Paper Co., Ltd. has successfully started up an OCC (old corrugated containers) line and a reject treatment system delivered by Andritz at its mill in Nho Quan District, Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam.
Pixelle CEO Tim Hess to Step Down Due to Health Reasons;;;;; Ross Bushnell to Succeed Him Pixelle CEO Tim Hess to Step Down Due to Health Reasons;;;;; Ross Bushnell to Succeed Him
8/9/2023
Pixelle Specialty Solutions today announced that Timothy Hess has decided to step down from his position as President and Chief Executive Officer for health reasons, effective August 7, 2023.
Valmet to Deliver Recovery Boiler Upgrade to Lecta’s Torraspapel Mill in Spain Valmet to Deliver Recovery Boiler Upgrade to Lecta’s Torraspapel Mill in Spain
8/9/2023
Valmet will deliver a recovery boiler upgrade to Lecta Group’s Torraspapel combined pulp and paper mill in Zaragoza, Spain.
Mercer International announces temporary curtailment of its Celgar pulp mill Mercer International announces temporary curtailment of its Celgar pulp mill
8/8/2023
Mercer International Inc. recently announced the temporary curtailment of operations at its Celgar pulp mill located in Castlegar, BC, including wood acceptance.
PT Multi Spunindo, Indonesia, orders Power Cleaners from ProJet PT Multi Spunindo, Indonesia, orders Power Cleaners from ProJet
8/8/2023
PT Spunindo, has ordered a Power Cleaner systems from ProJet.
CenturyPly produces first fibers with its new Andritz pressurized refining system CenturyPly produces first fibers with its new Andritz pressurized refining system
8/7/2023
CenturyPly successfully produced first fibers with its recently installed ANDRITZ pressurized refining system at its medium-density fiberboard (MDF) production plant in Punjab, India.
Graphic Packaging to acquire Bell Incorporated Graphic Packaging to acquire Bell Incorporated
8/7/2023
Graphic Packaging Holding Company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Bell Incorporated, a well-capitalized U.S. packaging provider.
Mondi expands ISTA-approved testing services to all its eCommerce packaging solutions Mondi expands ISTA-approved testing services to all its eCommerce packaging solutions
8/7/2023
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is pleased to announce the expansion of its International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) and Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier Network (APASS) certified Performance Lab services to cater to the growing demands of eCommerce customers.
WestRock Announces Plans to Close Pulp and Paper Mill in Tacoma, Washington WestRock Announces Plans to Close Pulp and Paper Mill in Tacoma, Washington
8/6/2023
WestRock today announced it will permanently cease operating its paper mill in Tacoma, Washington, and will conclude production by September 30, 2023.
Opening of BTG Center of Excellence in Hyderabad, India Opening of BTG Center of Excellence in Hyderabad, India
8/6/2023
BTG announces the opening of its new Indian Center of Excellence located in Hyderabad, India. The facility is a state-of-the-art technical support centre and digital hub that will greatly enhance BTG capability to serve the Indian and regional markets.
Mativ announces proposed sale of engineered papers business for $620 million Mativ announces proposed sale of engineered papers business for $620 million
8/6/2023
Mativ Holdings recently announced that it has received a binding offer from Evergreen Hill Enterprise, Pte. Ltd., to acquire Mativ’s Engineered Papers business (“EP”), part of Mativ’s Fiber Based Solutions reporting segment, for $620 million.
Maximising the recyclability of paper sacks Maximising the recyclability of paper sacks
8/6/2023
The proposed EU Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWR) aims to tackle the problem of growing packaging waste.
Kemira’s President & CEO Jari Rosendal has died Kemira’s President & CEO Jari Rosendal has died
8/5/2023
Kemira’s long-serving President & CEO Jari Rosendal has died after a short illness on July 31, 2023.
Ilim Group appoints Alexey Chernyaev as Acting CEO Ilim Group appoints Alexey Chernyaev as Acting CEO
8/5/2023
The Board of Directors of JSC Ilim Group appointed Alexey Chernyaev as acting CEO.
Hood Container acquires Sustainable Printing LLC Hood Container acquires Sustainable Printing LLC
8/5/2023
Hood Container Corporation has acquired the corrugated packaging business of Dalton, Georgia based Sustainable Printing LLC.
DS Smith to acquire Serbian packaging company DS Smith to acquire Serbian packaging company
8/5/2023
DS Smith, a leading sustainable packaging provider, announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Bosis doo, a high-quality packaging company in Serbia.
Whakatane Paper Mill’s investment to boost folding boxboard production Whakatane Paper Mill’s investment to boost folding boxboard production
8/3/2023
New Zealand’s Whakatane Mill Ltd (WML) announces a significant investment upgrade, and progress is already well underway.
ProJet to supply two cleaners for BioPappel’s Veracruz mill in Mexico ProJet to supply two cleaners for BioPappel’s Veracruz mill in Mexico
8/3/2023
ProJet received an order for 2 ProCleaner forming fabric cleaners from BioPappel, Mexico, for Paper Machine # 1 at Veracruz mill.
Crisis looms over Russian pulp and paper industry amidst sanctions and plummeting Chinese demand Crisis looms over Russian pulp and paper industry amidst sanctions and plummeting Chinese demand
8/2/2023
The Russian pulp and paper industry is facing an acute crisis in product sales. The main reasons for this difficult situation are sanctions and a severe lack of demand in the Chinese market, exacerbated by exorbitant export logistics costs.
Billerud’s President and CEO, Christoph Michalski, Leaving Company Billerud’s President and CEO, Christoph Michalski, Leaving Company
8/2/2023
Billerud today announced that its President and CEO, Christoph Michalski, is leaving the company, with immediate effect. Michalski has held the position of CEO since November 2020.
The Paper Excellence Group Announces Renewed Business Unit Structure The Paper Excellence Group Announces Renewed Business Unit Structure
8/2/2023
The Paper Excellence Group (Paper Excellence) today announced its updated organizational structure for its business units following the recent acquisitions of Resolute Forest Products in March 2023 and Domtar in November 2021.
Gardner Systems Joins Deublin Company Gardner Systems Joins Deublin Company
7/29/2023
Deublin Company, a leading provider of steam joints and siphons for the paper industry is pleased to announce that Gardner Systems is now a key part of Deublin.
UPM to Close Its Publication Paper Mill in Plattling, Germany UPM to Close Its Publication Paper Mill in Plattling, Germany
7/29/2023
UPM Communication Papers today announced plans to permanently close its Plattling mill in Bavaria, Germany, reducing the uncoated and coated publication paper capacity by 595,000 tonnes in Europe.

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