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Palm Paper Mill Launches Construction of New High-Tech Corrugated Cardboard Center in Bavaria Palm Paper Mill Launches Construction of New High-Tech Corrugated Cardboard Center in Bavaria
10/22/2024
The Palm paper mill is set to begin construction on a new state-of-the-art corrugated cardboard center in Alzenau, Bavaria.
SVP makes SEK50 per share public offer for Nordic Paper SVP makes SEK50 per share public offer for Nordic Paper
10/21/2024
Nordic Paper's major shareholder Shanying International Holding has irrevocably committed to accept the offer. Independent members of the Board of Directors recommend shareholders not to accept the offer by SVP which is considered not fair and below the value of the company.
Metsä Group plans to end its plywood production in Suolahti Metsä Group plans to end its plywood production in Suolahti
10/21/2024
Metsä Wood, part of Metsä Group, plans to discontinue plywood production in Suolahti, Finland.
UPM Specialty Papers to display new co-created recyclable packaging solutions UPM Specialty Papers to display new co-created recyclable packaging solutions
10/19/2024
UPM Specialty Papers will attend Pack Expo International 2024.
Stora Enso opens dry forming production unit in Skene, Sweden Stora Enso opens dry forming production unit in Skene, Sweden
10/19/2024
Stora Enso proudly announces the opening of its groundbreaking dry forming production unit in Skene, Sweden.
Stora Enso Opens Innovative Dry Forming Production Unit in Skene, Sweden Stora Enso Opens Innovative Dry Forming Production Unit in Skene, Sweden
10/19/2024
Stora Enso has officially opened its cutting-edge dry forming production unit in Skene, Sweden.
Runtech delivers a vacuum system to Canan Paper, Türkiye Runtech delivers a vacuum system to Canan Paper, Türkiye
10/15/2024
Runtech Systems delivers a RunEco vacuum system to Canan Kagit Sanayi ve Ticaret AS in Mersin, Türkiye.
Georgia-Pacific Unveils $425 Million Dixie® Plant in Jackson Georgia-Pacific Unveils $425 Million Dixie® Plant in Jackson
10/15/2024
Georgia-Pacific has officially opened its new Dixie® tableware manufacturing facility in Jackson, Tennessee.
Stora Enso plans sale of forest assets in Sweden Stora Enso plans sale of forest assets in Sweden
10/8/2024
Stora Enso is preparing to sell approximately 12% of its total forest assets of 1.4 million hectares in Sweden.
Clearwater Provides an Update of Impact on Operations From Hurricane Helene Clearwater Provides an Update of Impact on Operations From Hurricane Helene
10/8/2024
SPOKANE, Wash. - Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE: CLW), a premier supplier of bleached paperboard and quality consumer tissue, today announced that it temporarily suspended operations at its Augusta, Georgia paperboard facility and its Shelby, North Carolina tissue facility due to the impacts from Hurricane Helene.
Stora Enso Plans Sale of Swedish Forest Assets Stora Enso Plans Sale of Swedish Forest Assets
10/6/2024
Stora Enso is preparing to sell approximately 12% of its 1.4 million hectares of forest assets in Sweden, equating to around 168,000 hectares.
Cepi Welcomes EUDR Implementation Delay Cepi Welcomes EUDR Implementation Delay
10/6/2024
On October 1, 2024, the European Commission proposed a one-year delay in the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), aimed at curbing deforestation linked to commodities.
MIAC 2024, the Paper Industry exhibition, awaits you next week in Lucca, Italy MIAC 2024, the Paper Industry exhibition, awaits you next week in Lucca, Italy
10/6/2024
The 30th edition of the MIAC exhibition in Italy sees the participation of 250 international Exhibitors. The event also includes 3 international conferences.
UK: Prices for ordinary RCP grades falling more slowly than expected UK: Prices for ordinary RCP grades falling more slowly than expected
10/2/2024
Low arising keep UK recovered paper prices high.
Cepi-Commissioned Study Highlights Rapid Rise of Wood Fibre-Based Biorefineries in Europe Cepi-Commissioned Study Highlights Rapid Rise of Wood Fibre-Based Biorefineries in Europe
9/30/2024
A new study commissioned by Cepi highlights rapid growth in Europe’s wood fibre-based biorefinery sector, which has more than doubled its turnover to €6 billion since 2021.
New Action Centre to Assist Over 330 Laid-Off Workers in Terrace Bay New Action Centre to Assist Over 330 Laid-Off Workers in Terrace Bay
9/30/2024
The Ontario government is committing nearly $280,000 to establish a new action centre aimed at helping over 330 workers affected by layoffs at the AV Terrace Bay pulp mill.
Glatfelter Unveils Sustainable Espresso Lid Solution for Single-Serve Coffee Market Glatfelter Unveils Sustainable Espresso Lid Solution for Single-Serve Coffee Market
9/30/2024
Glatfelter Corporation, a global leader in engineered materials, has announced a significant breakthrough in sustainable packaging for the single-serve coffee industry.
Finnish Forest Industry Expert Warns Against Over-Reliance on Carbon Sinks Finnish Forest Industry Expert Warns Against Over-Reliance on Carbon Sinks
9/29/2024
In an insightful blog post, Heikki Vierimaa, Senior Adviser for Energy at Forest Industries Finland, challenges the effectiveness of carbon sink-centered climate policies.
Mondi Introduces Plastic-Free Protective Mailer for Sustainable eCommerce Packaging Mondi Introduces Plastic-Free Protective Mailer for Sustainable eCommerce Packaging
9/29/2024
Mondi has unveiled a new fully recyclable Protective Mailer made entirely of paper, addressing the growing demand for eco-friendly eCommerce packaging solutions.
Metsä Fibre takes temporary commercial downtime at Joutseno pulp mill Metsä Fibre takes temporary commercial downtime at Joutseno pulp mill
9/29/2024
Metsä's Joutseno pulp mill is undergoing a market-related downtime. In parallel, the company will reconstruct the roof of the mill's bailing plant building.
Strike at DS Smith';;s packaging plants in France Strike at DS Smith';;s packaging plants in France
9/28/2024
A strike by employees at DS Smith's packaging plants in France began on Monday this week. A company spokesperson told Euwid that work has resumed in most of the plants on strike to date, with the exception of three, where negotiations are still ongoing regarding the resumption of work.
Mercer announces downtime at its Peace River mill Mercer announces downtime at its Peace River mill
9/28/2024
Mercer International Inc. announced that its Peace River mill has taken downtime to complete necessary repairs to the mill’s digester after experiencing a mechanical failure.
West Fraser announces indefinite curtailment of Lake Butler sawmill West Fraser announces indefinite curtailment of Lake Butler sawmill
9/24/2024
West Fraser Timber recently that it will indefinitely curtail its sawmill in Lake Butler, Florida by the end of this month. Today's decision is the result of high fiber costs and soft lumber markets.
Kruger invests in ultra-clean pulp production in Kamloops Kruger invests in ultra-clean pulp production in Kamloops
9/23/2024
Canada's Kruger Inc. will invest CAD 32.4m to produce new grades of ultra-clean pulp at its Kamloops mill in British Columbia.
Stora Enso and Northvolt continue to cooperate Stora Enso and Northvolt continue to cooperate
9/23/2024
A Stora Enso spokesperson con-firmed to Euwid that the co-operation with Northvolt in the production of components for green vehicle batteries will continue.
Germany: graphic paper producers are considering a new attempt to raise prices Germany: graphic paper producers are considering a new attempt to raise prices
9/23/2024
As September has failed to live up to expectations, the companies in the fine paper segment in Germany are looking ahead to October.
Paper Excellence Cancels Prince Albert Pulp Mill Restart Paper Excellence Cancels Prince Albert Pulp Mill Restart
9/18/2024
Paper Excellence Canada has announced it will not proceed with the planned restart of the Prince Albert pulp mill in Saskatchewan, citing unfavorable market and economic conditions.
Brazil Urges EU to Delay Implementation of Deforestation Law Brazil Urges EU to Delay Implementation of Deforestation Law
9/18/2024
Brazil has formally requested that the European Union postpone the implementation of its new deforestation law, citing concerns over potential impacts on trade relations.
Mondi Achieves Over 95% Certified Base Paper for Release Liners Mondi Achieves Over 95% Certified Base Paper for Release Liners
9/18/2024
Mondi, a prominent player in the sustainable packaging and paper industry, has announced that it has switched more than 95% of its release liners and extrusion solutions to base paper sourced from PEFC and FSC™ certified materials.
Canfor Comments on BC Assets Canfor Comments on BC Assets
9/16/2024
VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 12, 2024 - As indicated in its September 4 announcement of the closure of the Plateau and Fort St. John operations, Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) remains committed to exploring opportunities to divest some of its northern BC tenure to support other BC manufacturers who are facing similar challenges accessing economic fibre to support their operations.
Bridging the Gap: How Businesses Can Drive Consumer Behavior Towards a Circular Economy Bridging the Gap: How Businesses Can Drive Consumer Behavior Towards a Circular Economy
9/16/2024
The transition to a circular economy faces a significant challenge: the gap between consumers' intentions and actions.
Kemsley Paper Mill Celebrates a Century of Innovation and Sustainability Kemsley Paper Mill Celebrates a Century of Innovation and Sustainability
9/16/2024
As Kemsley Paper Mill marks its centennial year in 2024, it stands as a testament to a century of innovation, growth, and unwavering commitment to sustainability in the paper industry.
Webinar on Intensified Forestry Webinar on Intensified Forestry
9/15/2024
Forestry practices have been intensified for centuries to meet the growing demand for forest products.
Canfor Completes Forest Tenure Transfer to Two First Nations in British Columbia Canfor Completes Forest Tenure Transfer to Two First Nations in British Columbia
9/15/2024
Canfor Corporation, a Canadian forestry giant, has finalized a significant transaction with two First Nations in British Columbia.
Graphic Packaging Deepens Commitment to Paper Engineering with $350,000 WMU Scholarship Endowment Graphic Packaging Deepens Commitment to Paper Engineering with $350,000 WMU Scholarship Endowment
9/14/2024
Graphic Packaging International (GPI) has established a new $350,000 scholarship endowment at Western Michigan University (WMU) to support students pursuing paper engineering degrees.
Registration open for the Pulp, Paper, and Bioproducts Course Registration open for the Pulp, Paper, and Bioproducts Course
9/10/2024
Do not miss FPInnovations’ much-anticipated Pulp, Paper, and Bioproducts Course which is taking place from October 21 to 25.
FAMU-FSU Researchers Develop Innovative Biomass-Based Polymer for Carbon Capture FAMU-FSU Researchers Develop Innovative Biomass-Based Polymer for Carbon Capture
9/10/2024
Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering have developed a biomass-based polymer made from lignin, an abundant organic compound in wood and plants, that can repeatedly capture and release carbon dioxide (CO2).
Reno de Medici officially shuts down Blendecques board mill Reno de Medici officially shuts down Blendecques board mill
9/9/2024
White-lined chipboard and solidboard manufacturer Reno de Medici (RDM) group has officially shut down the idle R.D.M Blendecques board mill on 31 August.
UK recovered paper market weaker than expected in August UK recovered paper market weaker than expected in August
9/9/2024
In August, activity at the British recovered paper was lower than expected with weak demand from all markets.
Model starts up the rebuilt containerboard machine in Eilenburg, Germany Model starts up the rebuilt containerboard machine in Eilenburg, Germany
9/8/2024
After several delays, the new containerboard machine at Model's Eilenburg site in Germany started up at the beginning of September.
Valmet opens a new service center in Beihai, China Valmet opens a new service center in Beihai, China
9/8/2024
Valmet has opened a new service center in Beihai to serve and be close to its customers in the fast-growing pulp and paper industry in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, West China.
Negotiations on possible temporary layoffs at two Metsä Group sawmills concluded Negotiations on possible temporary layoffs at two Metsä Group sawmills concluded
9/6/2024
Metsä Fibre, part of Metsä Group, has concluded the change negotiations on possible temporary layoffs at Lappeenranta and Vilppula sawmills.
Essity closing down tissue capacity in the UK Essity closing down tissue capacity in the UK
9/6/2024
Swedish hygiene and speciality paper manufacturer Essity will close its Tawd plant in the UK on 1 September 2024.
Suzano expands platform that boosts sales of partners specialized in office supplies Suzano expands platform that boosts sales of partners specialized in office supplies
9/1/2024
Suzano, the world's largest producer of pulp and a global leader in the manufacture of bioproducts developed from eucalyptus, has developed a unique online platform to boost sales for partners focused on the world of office supplies.
Breaking the Plastic Habit: How Paper Bottles Could Change the Game Breaking the Plastic Habit: How Paper Bottles Could Change the Game
9/1/2024
A groundbreaking research collaboration between the University of Surrey and Pulpex Ltd. could offer a sustainable alternative to the ubiquitous plastic bottle.
Sustainability at Home: AF&PA on the Eco-Friendly Story Behind U.S. Paper Towels and Toilet Paper Sustainability at Home: AF&PA on the Eco-Friendly Story Behind U.S. Paper Towels and Toilet Paper
9/1/2024
Toilet paper and paper towels are everyday essentials in American households, but their environmental impact is often overlooked.
Timber and pulp industry failing to report on key ESG commitments and progress Timber and pulp industry failing to report on key ESG commitments and progress
8/31/2024
ZSL’s latest SPOTT assessment – marking a decade of the conservation charity’s work in advancing public disclosure in soft commodity supply chains - reveals that most of the world’s 100 most significant tropical timber and pulp companies have made limited progress in disclosing their zero deforestation and traceability commitments, despite growing pressure to halt deforestation worldwide by 2030.
Paper machine rebuild proceeds according to plan Paper machine rebuild proceeds according to plan
8/31/2024
Holmen invests SEK 450 million in rebuilding one of the paper machines at Braviken paper mill. The redevelopment will give us even better conditions to produce world class book paper and lightweight, strong, packaging papers.

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