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Norske Skog Bruck begins commercial deliveries of containerboard Norske Skog Bruck begins commercial deliveries of containerboard
5/17/2023
Norske Skog Bruck announces successful commercial orders of the containerboard grades Testliner 3 and Fluting.
Natron and BTG achieve significant reduction in Kappa variability Natron and BTG achieve significant reduction in Kappa variability
5/17/2023
The collaboration between Natron Hayat and BTG has recently achieved a new milestone with the successful implementation of a cooking control project
Clearwater Paper announces SBTi validation for climate targets Clearwater Paper announces SBTi validation for climate targets
5/16/2023
Clearwater Paper Corporation recently announced that the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) has validated the company’s climate targets.
KKR to acquire measurement instrument provider Industrial Physics KKR to acquire measurement instrument provider Industrial Physics
5/16/2023
KKR plans to support the Company in its continued growth organically and through add-on acquisitions. Financial terms were not disclosed
International Paper recommends shareholders reject mini-tender offer International Paper recommends shareholders reject mini-tender offer
5/16/2023
International Paper announced that it has received notice of an unsolicited mini-tender offer by TRC Capital Investment Corporation to purchase up to 3,000,000 shares of International Paper Company common stock from International Paper shareholders
Epson introduces new paper product for photographic printing Epson introduces new paper product for photographic printing
5/14/2023
Epson recently introduced its newest addition to the portfolio of Legacy Papers – Legacy Baryta II. Inspired by the legendary f/64 Group of photographers, Baryta II is an OBA-free 100% cotton fiber paper with a true baryta coating.
Stora Enso publishes new framework for green and sustainability-linked financing Stora Enso publishes new framework for green and sustainability-linked financing
5/14/2023
Stora Enso has launched a combined Green and Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework to further integrate sustainability into its funding and financing activities.
Sappi North America releases The Standard 7 Sappi North America releases The Standard 7
5/13/2023
Sappi North America Inc., a leading producer and supplier of diversified paper, packaging products and pulp, announced today the debut of its latest volume of The Standard series.
Paper Arabia 2023 is back Paper Arabia 2023 is back
5/12/2023
Paper Arabia, the very first comprehensive exhibition for paper industry in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is making a strong come back this May 2023, in the backdro‌p of the growth context and robust prospects for the industry across the globe, and particularly the region.
Mondi Announces Modernization Program at Its Dynäs Kraft Paper Mill in Sweden Mondi Announces Modernization Program at Its Dynäs Kraft Paper Mill in Sweden
5/12/2023
Mondi announced an upgrade program for its Dynäs pulp and paper mill in Sweden, which will increase efficiency and further improve the overall environmental performance of the mill.
Kruger Packaging announces important transformation project at its Place Turcot mill Kruger Packaging announces important transformation project at its Place Turcot mill
3/14/2023
Kruger Packaging recently announced investments of over $30 million to modernize its Place Turcot Containerboard Mill in Montréal
The 8th Paper One Show 2023 has opened its doors The 8th Paper One Show 2023 has opened its doors
3/13/2023
The 8th Paper One Show 2023, the leading international paper and paper products trade fair, is hosting more than 170 exhibitors from 30 countries.
Essity to produce tissue in a CO2-free production process using renewable hydrogen Essity to produce tissue in a CO2-free production process using renewable hydrogen
3/13/2023
Hygiene and health company Essity has made another breakthrough on its journey to net-zero emissions by 2050. In a recently concluded pilot, Essity became the first company in the industry to produce tissue in a CO2 emission-free production process using renewable hydrogen at its production facility in Mainz-Kostheim, Germany.
World premiere for SCA’s electric timber truck in the forest World premiere for SCA’s electric timber truck in the forest
3/13/2023
SCA has done some test driving with the electric timber truck to the forest in order to transport wood. It is the first time ever that an electric timber truck is being used practically in the forest.
Sonoco closes indefinitely its Kansas Hutchinson paper mill Sonoco closes indefinitely its Kansas Hutchinson paper mill
3/12/2023
According to Kansas local reports, Sonoco Products Co. is permanently closing its Hutchinson Paper Mill, affecting 116 employees.
Diversey to be acquired by Solenis for $4.6 billion Diversey to be acquired by Solenis for $4.6 billion
3/12/2023
Solenis and Diversey Holdings announce that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Solenis will acquire Diversey in an all-cash transaction valued at an enterprise value of approximately $4.6 billion. Upon completion of the merger, Diversey will become a private company.
Consumption of paper in Europe showed resilience in 2022 Consumption of paper in Europe showed resilience in 2022
3/12/2023
Cepi member countries’ paper and board production decreased by 5.9% in 2022 compared to the previous year, according to preliminary figures, reflecting the heavy impact on the industry of high energy prices and an abrupt slowdown of the European economy during the second half of the past year.
Pulp and paperworkers’ resource council workers visit Capitol Hill to discuss policies Pulp and paperworkers’ resource council workers visit Capitol Hill to discuss policies
3/11/2023
Approximately 90 American workers employed in the U.S. forest products industry descended on Washington, D.C., this week and made more than 550 visits with Members of Congress and administration officials.
Holmen Iggesund and Kalmar sign extension for log-handling cooperation agreement Holmen Iggesund and Kalmar sign extension for log-handling cooperation agreement
3/11/2023
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has agreed an extension to a large three-year cooperation agreement originally signed in 2019 with Holmen Iggesund, part of the Holmen Group. The extension, which is for a further three years plus an optional 12-month extension, will come into effect at the start of Q2 2023.
Valmet to deliver bamboo fiber fractionation system to Sichuan Tianzhu Bamboo Resource in China Valmet to deliver bamboo fiber fractionation system to Sichuan Tianzhu Bamboo Resource in China
3/11/2023
Valmet will deliver a fiber fractionation system to Sichuan Tianzhu Bamboo Resource Co., Ltd in the Sichuan Province in China to improve mill efficiency. The value of the order will not be disclosed. The project is scheduled to be executed in fall 2023.
Tech solutions to help drive a circular economy and a faster Return-on-Investment Tech solutions to help drive a circular economy and a faster Return-on-Investment
3/10/2023
German device manufacturer emtec Electronic GmbH presents an inventive product line of specialized testing and measuring equipment at the renowned TAPPICon convention for pulp, paper and cardboard professionals from April 22-26, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Pactiv Evergreen to close its Canton, North Carolina mill Pactiv Evergreen to close its Canton, North Carolina mill
3/10/2023
Pactiv Evergreen plans to take significant restructuring actions related to its Beverage Merchandising operations. The company expects to close its Canton, North Carolina mill and its converting facility in Olmsted Falls, Ohio with operations at both facilities expected to end during the second quarter of 2023.
Heinzel to convert idled paper machine for production of sustainable kraft papers Heinzel to convert idled paper machine for production of sustainable kraft papers
3/10/2023
Heinzel Group announces the conversion of an idled paper machine at the Steyrermühl mill in Austria for the production of sustainable kraft papers for flexible packaging. Heinzel will take over the Steyrermühl site from UPM on January 1st, 2024, according to an agreement signed in 2022, and will enter the market with a new range of unbleached and bleached kraft papers shortly thereafter.
Stora Enso completes the divestment of its Maxau paper site Stora Enso completes the divestment of its Maxau paper site
3/9/2023
Stora Enso has completed the divestment of its Maxau paper production site in Germany, and all related assets to Schwarz Produktion, part of Schwarz Group. The divestment announced on 13 September 2022 was completed today after regulatory approvals. The enterprise value of the transaction is approximately EUR 210 million.
Two Sides welcome its latest member, HP Two Sides welcome its latest member, HP
3/9/2023
Two Sides, the print and paper advocacy group, announces its newest member, HP Inc, the print, technology and managed print service company.
Nippon Paper to discontinue its graphic paper business in Australia Nippon Paper to discontinue its graphic paper business in Australia
3/9/2023
Nippon Paper announces that its Australian consolidated subsidiary Paper Australia Pty Ltd (Opal) will withdraw from the graphic paper business.
Conifex to temporarily curtail Mackenzie sawmill in British Columbia, Canada Conifex to temporarily curtail Mackenzie sawmill in British Columbia, Canada
3/8/2023
Conifex Timber Inc. will be temporarily curtailing its Mackenzie, British Columbia (BC) sawmill commencing February 21, 2023 for up to two weeks. Unsustainable inventory levels due to rail transportation challenges impacting the interior BC region have necessitated this step.
Tetra Pak commences research into fibre-based food packaging Tetra Pak commences research into fibre-based food packaging
3/8/2023
Recently, Tetra Pak has commenced ground-breaking research towards advancing fiber-based sustainable food packaging, in collaboration with MAX IV – the most modern synchrotron[1] radiation laboratory in the world. The research aims to uncover fresh insights into the nanostructure of fiber materials, with the first application to optimize the composition of materials used for paper straws.
Archroma expected to soon close acquisition of Huntsman Textile Archroma expected to soon close acquisition of Huntsman Textile
3/6/2023
Archroma, a global leader in sustainable specialty chemicals and solutions for industries such as textiles, packaging & paper, paints and coatings, today announced that it has secured all regulatory approvals required to complete the acquisition of the Textile Effects business from Huntsman Corporation (“Huntsman Textile Effects”).
Corex acquires Arteche Paper in Portugal and Spain Corex acquires Arteche Paper in Portugal and Spain
3/6/2023
Corex, part of VPK Group, has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Arteche Paper, a leading player in the production of coreboard, cores and edge protectors in the Iberian market. The agreement remains subject to customary conditions and is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2023.
International Paper announces rebrand on 125th anniversary International Paper announces rebrand on 125th anniversary
3/6/2023
International Paper announced a company rebrand to align with its strategic vision to Build a Better IP through sustainable, profitable growth and accelerated value creation. As the company celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2023, the rebrand highlights the resilience of International Paper, the sustainability of its mission and its commitment to creating what’s next.
A.Celli to supply six paper rewinders to Shanying Paper A.Celli to supply six paper rewinders to Shanying Paper
3/5/2023
The Chinese paper manufacturer’s Suzhou plant will be equipped with the widest and most technologically advanced E-WIND® P100H paper rewinders ever built by A.Celli.
Solenis complets acquisition of the paper chemicals business of Kolb Solenis complets acquisition of the paper chemicals business of Kolb
3/5/2023
Solenis has completed its previously announced acquisition of the paper process chemicals business of Kolb Distribution Ltd., a unit of KLK Kolb Group. The deal also includes a long-term supply agreement, in which the KLK Kolb Group will manufacture paper process chemicals exclusively for Solenis.
NEWS OceanCoat P: Voith launches new coater backing roll cover NEWS OceanCoat P: Voith launches new coater backing roll cover
3/5/2023
As an addition to the proven OceanCoat roll cover, Voith has now developed the OceanCoat P. The new coater backing roll cover is specially made for high-demand positions in blade coater applications.
Domtar to Sell Dryden Pulp Mill to First Quality Enterprises Domtar to Sell Dryden Pulp Mill to First Quality Enterprises
3/4/2023
Domtar today announced that it has entered into an agreement with First Quality Enterprises whereby First Quality will acquire Domtar’s Dryden pulp mill in Northwestern Ontario, Canada.
Valmet to Supply New Tissue Machine for Metsä Tissue’s Mariestad Mill in Sweden Valmet to Supply New Tissue Machine for Metsä Tissue’s Mariestad Mill in Sweden
3/4/2023
Valmet will supply a new tissue production line with the latest technology to Metsä Tissue’s mill in Mariestad, Sweden. The delivery also includes an extensive package of stock preparation, automation and service solutions.
Nippon Paper announces establishment of a new company in Hungary Nippon Paper announces establishment of a new company in Hungary
3/3/2023
Nippon Paper Industries Co., announces the establishment of a manufacturing and sales subsidiary in Hungary for CMC (carboxymethyl cellulose), which is one of the materials used for lithium-ion battery (LiB) anodes in electric vehicles (EV), to join its rapidly growing supply chain system in Europe.
Rottneros and Arctic Paper establish JV to produce molded fiber trays in Poland Rottneros and Arctic Paper establish JV to produce molded fiber trays in Poland
3/3/2023
Rottneros takes the next step for the agreed joint venture project in Packaging in Poland by formally founding the 50/50-owned company together with Arctic Paper. The aim of the company is to build and run the factory to produce molded fiber trays on a large industrial scale. The project is on schedule and the factory is expected to begin operations at the end of 2023.
Andritz installs Germany’s first CO2 capture plant at Rohrdorfer Andritz installs Germany’s first CO2 capture plant at Rohrdorfer
3/3/2023
Innovative Andritz partner Rohrdorfer has started up Germany’s first amine-based CO2 capture plant for cement plants at its main site in Upper Bavaria.
Packaging Innovations hits new heights with blockbuster 2023 showcase Packaging Innovations hits new heights with blockbuster 2023 showcase
3/2/2023
Leading multi-format event organizer Easyfairs is celebrating following a blockbuster showing from its Packaging Innovations & Empack, Featuring Contract Pack & Fulfilment showcase, which was met with a rapturous response from attendees and exhibitors alike.
RDM Group inaugurates new boiler house at Ovaro mill RDM Group inaugurates new boiler house at Ovaro mill
3/2/2023
Recently, RDM Group officially inaugurated the new boiler house at the Ovaro Mill in Italy, in the presence of the Group’s top management.
Domtar sells Dryden pulp mill to First Quality Enterprises Domtar sells Dryden pulp mill to First Quality Enterprises
3/1/2023
Domtar Corporation, a part of the Paper Excellence Group, and First Quality Enterprises, Inc. announced that they have entered into an agreement to sell Domtar’s Dryden pulp mill to First Quality.
Smurfit Kappa invests Euro 27 million in lime kiln and gas treatment system at paper mill in Spain Smurfit Kappa invests Euro 27 million in lime kiln and gas treatment system at paper mill in Spain
3/1/2023
Smurfit Kappa is investing Euro 27 million in a state-of-the-art new waste management and recovery facility at its Nervión paper mill in Iurreta, Spain.
Schumacher Packaging introduces paper-based top-seal tray Schumacher Packaging introduces paper-based top-seal tray
3/1/2023
The Schumacher Packaging Group is launching Stackpack, a new type of top-seal tray for food. Stackpack is made of 100% solid board, is recyclable, and can completely replace conventional plastic trays.
Bracell commissions 100% electric truck for pulp transport Bracell commissions 100% electric truck for pulp transport
2/27/2023
Bracell starts the year 2023 with an innovative project: the use of an electric truck to transport pulp.
Stora Enso invests EUR 30 million in its Heinola mill Stora Enso invests EUR 30 million in its Heinola mill
2/27/2023
Stora Enso will invest approximately EUR 30 million in its Heinola Fluting site in Finland to renew the energy set-up and process equipment. After the investment, the site can replace also the remaining fossil-based fuels with renewable bioenergy. This will reduce the site’s greenhouse gas emissions with more than 90%.
PulPac and PA Consulting announce Bottle Collective to minimise single-use plastic waste PulPac and PA Consulting announce Bottle Collective to minimise single-use plastic waste
2/26/2023
PA Consulting (PA), the consultancy that’s bringing ingenuity to life, and PulPac, the Swedish R&D and IP company behind the proprietary production process of Dry Molded Fiber, have launched the Bottle Collective. The Collective will create a fiber bottle alternative to help minimize the use of single-use plastic bottles in food, drink, consumer health and FMCG industries.
Paper industry impacted by high energy prices and eroding economic growth in 2022 Paper industry impacted by high energy prices and eroding economic growth in 2022
2/26/2023
Preliminary statistics for 2022 released by Cepi, the Confederation of European Paper Industries, show the impact of high energy prices and of an eroding EU and global economic growth. The sector can however capitalize on positive long-term trends, which the EU Green Deal Industrial Plan could accelerate, according to Cepi.

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