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Mondi restarts production at Kuopio semi-chemical fluting mill Mondi restarts production at Kuopio semi-chemical fluting mill
1/1/2025
Production at Mondi's Kuopio containerboard mill has been standing still since an incident in the pulp tower in early November.
AF&PA Releases November 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly Report AF&PA Releases November 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly Report
12/30/2024
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the November 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly report.
Pulp Mills as Biorefineries: Lignin’s Role in Sustainable Fuel Pulp Mills as Biorefineries: Lignin’s Role in Sustainable Fuel
12/30/2024
I envision a Pulp Mill as a versatile biorefinery plant. In recent years, research into its diverse usage capabilities has intensified, particularly focusing on lignin: should we continue burning it, or can we find a better use?
GreenFirst announces agreement with Mahogany Investors for sale of duties GreenFirst announces agreement with Mahogany Investors for sale of duties
12/29/2024
GreenFirst Forest Products Inc. GreenFirst, is pleased to announce a strategic agreement with Mahogany Investors, LLC regarding the sale of its entitlements to refunds, including accrued interest, related to duties imposed on softwood lumber exported from Canada to the United States during the specified period 2021 and 2022.
Ecohelix and Domsjö Fabriker AB sign long term partnership agreement Ecohelix and Domsjö Fabriker AB sign long term partnership agreement
12/29/2024
Ecohelix, a leading innovator in biotechnology and sustainable materials and Domsjö Fabriker, a renowed Swedish biorefinery, today announced a significant milestone in their collaboration: the signing of a termsheet to initiate the commercial phase of Woodmer production.
Hood Container Corporation Announces New President and COO Hood Container Corporation Announces New President and COO
12/26/2024
Hood Container Corporation, a leading name in the containerboard and packaging industry, announced today that Alan Clark will assume the role of President and Chief Operating Officer effective January 1, 2025.
Suzano Inaugurates World';;;s Largest Single-Line Pulp Mill Suzano Inaugurates World';;;s Largest Single-Line Pulp Mill
12/26/2024
Suzano, the world’s largest pulp producer, has inaugurated the world's largest single-line pulp mill in Ribas do Rio Pardo, Mato Grosso do Sul.
International Paper invests in energy efficiency in Spain International Paper invests in energy efficiency in Spain
12/26/2024
US paper and packaging company International Paper (IP) has launched a number of initiatives to decarbonise and optimise energy efficiency at its recycled corrugated case material mill in Madrid, Spain.
Weak label paper demand in Germany at year-end Weak label paper demand in Germany at year-end
12/25/2024
On the German market for label paper, demand has been declining continuously since August.
New management for Dieffenbacher Recycling business unit New management for Dieffenbacher Recycling business unit
12/25/2024
Michael Rupp became Head of the Recycling business unit at German machine and plant manufacturer Dieffenbacher in Eppingen.
FPAC Concerned With Lack of Movement on Investment Tax Credits FPAC Concerned With Lack of Movement on Investment Tax Credits
12/24/2024
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) President and CEO Derek Nighbor issued this statement following the release of the federal government’s 2024 Fall Economic Statement:
COFI Responds to BC NDP-Green Forest Review Proposal COFI Responds to BC NDP-Green Forest Review Proposal
12/23/2024
The BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI) is urging the provincial government to prioritize action over further reviews of forest policy.
Fabriano halts fine paper machine F3 at Fabriano mill for good Fabriano halts fine paper machine F3 at Fabriano mill for good
12/22/2024
Last paper reel was produced at the Fabriano mill in the morning of 10 December. Now the company will proceed with the announced closure of its office paper business.
Fourstones restarts tissue paper machine after fire Fourstones restarts tissue paper machine after fire
12/22/2024
Production at the Fourstones Sapphire Mill resumed today, less than 48 hours after a fire broke out at the site in the early hours of 10 December 2024.
Fedrigoni to idle fine paper machine F3 at its Fabriano mill Fedrigoni to idle fine paper machine F3 at its Fabriano mill
12/21/2024
With nearly 6,000 people in 28 countries and 78 plants including production sites, cutting and distribution centers, Fedrigoni sells and distributes its 25,000 products in 132 countries around the world.
Stora Enso Introduces New Incentive Plans for Key Employees Stora Enso Introduces New Incentive Plans for Key Employees
12/21/2024
Finnish forest industry company Stora Enso has announced two new long-term incentive plans for its key employees.
Billerud Gains Approval for New Science-Based Emission Reduction Goals Billerud Gains Approval for New Science-Based Emission Reduction Goals
12/21/2024
Swedish paper and packaging company Billerud has received official approval for its new Science Based Targets, marking a significant step in its commitment to combat climate change.
Kruger Products Considers Earlier Construction of New Tissue Plant Kruger Products Considers Earlier Construction of New Tissue Plant
12/16/2024
Kruger Products Inc., a leading tissue manufacturer, has announced plans to evaluate the accelerated construction of a new tissue production facility.
Mayr-Melnhof invests in Gernsbach mill and appoints new Managing Director Mayr-Melnhof invests in Gernsbach mill and appoints new Managing Director
12/16/2024
Cartonboard and folding carton manufacturer Mayr-Melnhof (MM) is planning further investments in its German cartonboard mill MM Gernsbach.
Financing for Chapelle Darblay conversion into containerboard mill not yet secured Financing for Chapelle Darblay conversion into containerboard mill not yet secured
12/15/2024
Rebuild project still needs €43m to proceed
Green Bay Packaging Announces Modernization Project for Arkansas Kraft Paper Mill Green Bay Packaging Announces Modernization Project for Arkansas Kraft Paper Mill
12/14/2024
Green Bay Packaging (GBP) has announced a major investment to modernize its Arkansas Kraft paper mill.
Unifor and PPWC Select Kruger for Western Pattern Bargaining in Forestry Sector Unifor and PPWC Select Kruger for Western Pattern Bargaining in Forestry Sector
12/14/2024
Two major Canadian pulp and paper unions, Unifor and the Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC), have chosen Kruger, Inc. in Kamloops, B.C. as the target for establishing pattern bargaining across the Western Canadian forestry sector.
Fire hits Fourstones' Sapphire paper mill Fire hits Fourstones' Sapphire paper mill
12/12/2024
A massive fire broke out at Fourstones' Sapphire paper mill in Leslie, Scotland, yesterday morning.
EU Packaging Waste Regulation passes European Parliament EU Packaging Waste Regulation passes European Parliament
12/11/2024
Green light for the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR): The European Parliament has given its tacit approval. The next step towards final adoption of the new Regulation is an endorsement by the Council, representing the member states' governments.
Ahlstrom acquires ErtelAlsop Ahlstrom acquires ErtelAlsop
12/11/2024
Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, has acquired ErtelAlsop, a New York based manufacturer of high-performance liquid depth filter media serving end-markets in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, flavors and fragrances, and chemical industries.
Rengo to revise coated duplex board prices Rengo to revise coated duplex board prices
12/8/2024
Rengo Co., Ltd. announces that it will revise the prices of its coated duplex board.
UPM Fibres Announces Workforce Adjustments Following Talks UPM Fibres Announces Workforce Adjustments Following Talks
12/4/2024
UPM Fibres has finalized change negotiations across its Finnish operations, impacting approximately 1,600 employees within its pulp, timber, and forestry divisions.
Norske Skog Faces Potential EU ETS Exclusion Norske Skog Faces Potential EU ETS Exclusion
12/3/2024
The Norwegian Environment Agency has issued a prior notice that could exclude two Norske Skog mills from the European Union Emission Trading System (EU ETS) for the period 2026-2030.
Sustana Unveils 2023 ESG Report Highlighting Sustainability Progress Sustana Unveils 2023 ESG Report Highlighting Sustainability Progress
12/3/2024
Sustana has published its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the company's sustainability initiatives and achievements.
UPM Raflatac to Close Kaltenkirchen Factory in Germany UPM Raflatac to Close Kaltenkirchen Factory in Germany
12/2/2024
UPM Raflatac has announced the permanent closure of its factory in Kaltenkirchen, Germany, as part of a strategy to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
Irving Paper Announces Further Production Cuts Due to High Electricity Costs Irving Paper Announces Further Production Cuts Due to High Electricity Costs
12/2/2024
Irving Paper has announced another round of temporary production cuts beginning December 2, 2024.
British recovered paper prices feel the pinch as European paper mills take downtime British recovered paper prices feel the pinch as European paper mills take downtime
11/30/2024
Deinking grades poised to become much cheaper starting in December
VPK Group commissions FMW Industries to supply OCC pulper feeding line in Belgium VPK Group commissions FMW Industries to supply OCC pulper feeding line in Belgium
11/30/2024
VPK Group, a leading global supplier of sustainable packaging solutions, has tasked FMW Industries with this project.
BW Converting launches e-learning platform for enhanced customer training BW Converting launches e-learning platform for enhanced customer training
11/30/2024
BW Converting has launched an e-learning platform aimed at transforming customer training across its entire brand portfolio.
Newfoundland and Labrador Extends Energy Deal with Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Newfoundland and Labrador Extends Energy Deal with Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
11/27/2024
The Newfoundland and Labrador government has extended an agreement with Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited to ensure the continued operation of the mill and support the province’s forestry industry.
SCA Appoints Petteri Kalela as New Head of Containerboard and Pulp Business Areas SCA Appoints Petteri Kalela as New Head of Containerboard and Pulp Business Areas
11/27/2024
SCA has announced the appointment of Petteri Kalela as the new President of the Containerboard and Pulp business areas, effective no later than June 1, 2025.
Mondi Kuopio to restart production soon Mondi Kuopio to restart production soon
11/24/2024
Mondi's Kuopio mill in Finland will resume semi-chemical fluting production before Christmas.
ICT France to start up new tissue machine in early 2025 ICT France to start up new tissue machine in early 2025
11/24/2024
Tissue manufacturer ICT France is well on the way to finalising its expansion project in France.
Andritz Perfojet: 40 years of innovation and leadership in nonwovens technology Andritz Perfojet: 40 years of innovation and leadership in nonwovens technology
11/24/2024
Andritz Perfojet, a global leader in nonwovens technology, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. The company pioneered hydroentanglement technology which allows bonding almost any type of fibers without additional binders. Over the past four decades,
New Free eTraining for Small, Low Intensity Managed and Community Forests New Free eTraining for Small, Low Intensity Managed and Community Forests
11/23/2024
FSC is excited to announce the launch of a new eTraining on the Continuous Improvement Procedure (CIP) (FSC-PRO-30-011 V1-1), a stepwise approach that enables Small or Low-Intensity Managed Forests (SLIMF) and community forests to progressively achieve FSC certification.
Funding Announcement for Verified Impact Projects in Canada Funding Announcement for Verified Impact Projects in Canada
11/23/2024
This month, the Forest Stewardship Council® Canada is launching two new projects, under the Climate and Landscape Solutions Program area, thanks to a generous three-year grant from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).
AFRY Unveils Decarbonisation Roadmap for Italy';;s Pulp and Paper Industry AFRY Unveils Decarbonisation Roadmap for Italy';;s Pulp and Paper Industry
11/23/2024
AFRY, the global consulting and engineering firm, has released a new study outlining a roadmap for decarbonising Italy's pulp and paper sector, commissioned by Assocarta, the Italian paper association.
French specialty paper producer Stenpa in liquidation French specialty paper producer Stenpa in liquidation
11/20/2024
French producer of one-side coated paper Stenpa will be liquidated.
Sustainability in Packaging: Ranpak Introduces GrasiKraft™, Featuring Grass and Recycled Paper Sustainability in Packaging: Ranpak Introduces GrasiKraft™, Featuring Grass and Recycled Paper
11/20/2024
Ranpak has unveiled GrasiKraft™, a void fill paper made from a blend of grass fibers and recycled paper.
Metsä Board Invests in Simpele Mill Modernization Metsä Board Invests in Simpele Mill Modernization
11/20/2024
Metsä Board, a leading producer of lightweight and high-quality paperboard solutions, is moving forward with a significant investment to modernize its Simpele folding boxboard mill, located in Simpele, Finland.
Mondi Warsaw Completes €90 Million Upgrade, Boosts Packaging Capacity Mondi Warsaw Completes €90 Million Upgrade, Boosts Packaging Capacity
11/20/2024
Mondi has completed a €90 million investment project at its Mszczonów plant near Warsaw, Poland.
DS Smith Expands Polish Operations with €25 Million Investment to Drive Sustainable Innovation DS Smith Expands Polish Operations with €25 Million Investment to Drive Sustainable Innovation
11/17/2024
DS Smith, a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, has announced an investment of over €25 million in its Polish operations.
SCA has unveiled its latest innovation in pulp packaging: the SCA Pure Smart Strap. SCA has unveiled its latest innovation in pulp packaging: the SCA Pure Smart Strap.
11/17/2024
This fiber-based solution replaces traditional metal wires, addressing longstanding safety concerns and simplifying handling processes for pulp manufacturers and users.

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