Reports

DS Smith starts up recycled fiber line in Italy DS Smith starts up recycled fiber line in Italy
7/19/2026
DS Smith has started up a new stock preparation line at its Porcari mill, near Lucca, Italy, marking a key step in the company's investment in recycled packaging paper capacity.
Julius Schulte winds down production at Düsseldorf coreboard mill Julius Schulte winds down production at Düsseldorf coreboard mill
7/16/2026
Julius Schulte Söhne produced the last ton of board at its coreboard mill in Düsseldorf-Bilk, Germany on 26 June, ending a 140-year industrial history.
Ny gigant på tissue-marknaden ser dagens ljus Ny gigant på tissue-marknaden ser dagens ljus
7/14/2026
Arbex är ett namn att lägga på minnet. Det är en ny gigant på mjukpappersmaranden och resultatet av en sammanslagning av enheter inom Kimberly-Clark, företaget bakom ikoniska Kleenex, och Suzano, som räknas som en av världens största massaproducenter. Ett joint venture värt 3,4 miljarder dollar.
Study: Fibre Food Packaging to Lead by 2045 Study: Fibre Food Packaging to Lead by 2045
7/12/2026
A new global study indicates that fibre-based materials could become the dominant choice for food packaging by 2045, driven by advances in barrier coating technologies, tightening environmental regulations and shifting consumer expectations.
Arbex Launches as Global Tissue Leader Arbex Launches as Global Tissue Leader
7/9/2026
Arbex has begun operations as an independent company, completing the $3.4 billion joint venture between Suzano and Kimberly-Clark and immediately becoming one of the world's largest tissue and hygiene businesses.
UPM and Andritz cooperate on pilot plant for tissue producers UPM and Andritz cooperate on pilot plant for tissue producers
7/7/2026
UPM Pulp and Austrian technology group Andritz have announced the signing of a multi-year cooperation agreement aimed at supporting tissue manufacturers in the development and optimisation of new tissue products and production processes.
Blue Ocean Closures launches Paper-Plug Blue Ocean Closures launches Paper-Plug
7/5/2026
Recently, Blue Ocean Closures introduces Paper-Plug, a new generation of integrated fiberbased openings expanding what paper packaging can do. The new opening and dispensing concept, combines a fiber internal screw closure with a direct interface to carton and corrugated board structures.
HZ Expands Dry Molded Fiber Through Hotpack Deal HZ Expands Dry Molded Fiber Through Hotpack Deal
7/2/2026
HZ Green Pulp is expanding its Dry Molded Fiber (DMF) offering through a partnership with Hotpack Global, aimed at accelerating the adoption of fiber-based packaging solutions in the foodservice sector.
UPM adjusts Finnish pulp output amid market and cost pressures UPM adjusts Finnish pulp output amid market and cost pressures
6/30/2026
Finnish forest products group UPM has announced temporary production curtailments at its pulp mills in Kaukas and, potentially, Pietarsaari.
Stora Enso boosts fluff pulp, closes softwood line Stora Enso boosts fluff pulp, closes softwood line
6/28/2026
Stora Enso will invest EUR 19 million to increase fluff pulp production at its Skutskär mill in Sweden, reinforcing its focus on specialty pulp grades while confirming the permanent closure of a softwood pulp production line.
Suzano';s giant pulp mill to exceed nominal capacity Suzano';s giant pulp mill to exceed nominal capacity
6/22/2026
Suzano anticipates further production potential at its Cerrado pulp mill in Ribas do Rio Pardo, world's largest single-fibre-line mill for the production of market eucalyptus pulp.
CL Grupo Industrial signs agreement to acquire Papresa CL Grupo Industrial signs agreement to acquire Papresa
6/20/2026
Spanish group CL Grupo industrial is planning to take over insolvent paper producer Papresa for €39m
CGC Inc. opens $210M new wallboard plant in Alberta CGC Inc. opens $210M new wallboard plant in Alberta
6/17/2026
CGC Inc., Canada’s largest manufacturer of gypsum-based building materials and USG Corporation’s Canadian division, today celebrated the official opening of its new wallboard manufacturing plant in Wheatland County, Alberta.
Laurentide Controls acquires CIV-Barsatech and Vusitec Laurentide Controls acquires CIV-Barsatech and Vusitec
6/15/2026
Laurentide Controls acquires CIV-Barsatech and Vusitec, reinforcing its leadership in industrial mechanical services in Eastern Canada
Navigator Unifies Pulp Business Under gCELL Brand Navigator Unifies Pulp Business Under gCELL Brand
6/13/2026
Portugal-based The Navigator Company has launched gCELL, a new brand that brings its pulp business under a single identity as the company seeks to strengthen the positioning of its eucalyptus fibre portfolio in global markets.
International Paper completes $360MM acquisition of North Pacific Paper Company International Paper completes $360MM acquisition of North Pacific Paper Company
6/10/2026
International Paper, a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has completed the acquisition of North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC), a portfolio company of One Rock Capital Partners, for $360MM.
Smurfit Westrock announces €600m investment programme in France Smurfit Westrock announces €600m investment programme in France
6/8/2026
Smurfit Westrock plans to invest approximately €600m in its French operations over the next three to five years, the paper and packaging group announced ahead of the Choose France investment summit on 1 June.
Finnish Forest Owners Earn Record EUR 3.7 Billion from Timber Sales Finnish Forest Owners Earn Record EUR 3.7 Billion from Timber Sales
6/6/2026
Finland’s forests generated record-high stumpage revenues in 2025, highlighting the continued importance of the forestry sector to both regional economies and the national export industry.
Stora Enso to close one softwood pulp line in Skutskär Stora Enso to close one softwood pulp line in Skutskär
6/2/2026
Stora Enso is planning to permanently shut down one softwood pulp line at its Skutskär mill in Sweden as weakening European demand, lower pulp prices and rising wood costs continue to weigh on profitability.
Hamburger Containerboard to hike RCCM prices as of June Hamburger Containerboard to hike RCCM prices as of June
5/31/2026
Hamburger Containerboard plans to further increase prices for white and brown recycled corrugated case materials (RCCM).
Lecta Expands Wet-Glue Label Paper Portfolio Lecta Expands Wet-Glue Label Paper Portfolio
5/26/2026
Lecta is strengthening its position in the wet-glue label market with a portfolio of specialty papers designed to combine shelf appeal, converting performance and more responsible packaging solutions.
Papierfabrik Steinbeis expands production into release liner segment Papierfabrik Steinbeis expands production into release liner segment
5/23/2026
Steinbeis Papier is planning to enter the production of recovered paper-based release liner, which the company says is the first such product on the market.
DS Smith continues to invest in Romanian packaging operations DS Smith continues to invest in Romanian packaging operations
5/21/2026
DS Smith Packaging Romania, part of International Paper, is investing more than €14m in its packaging operations in Timisoara and Ghimbav in Romania. The investments are aimed at expanding production capabilities, modernising infrastructure and improving operational efficiency.
Dutch specialty paper producer Coldenhove files for insolvency Dutch specialty paper producer Coldenhove files for insolvency
5/19/2026
Dutch specialty paper manufacturer Coldenhove Paper is undergoing insolvency proceedings
Hardwood pulp prices rise due to tight availability, diverging trend for NBSK Hardwood pulp prices rise due to tight availability, diverging trend for NBSK
5/18/2026
Mounting pressure for further capacity adjustments in softwood pulp market
European publication paper market has overcapacity in the magazine paper segment European publication paper market has overcapacity in the magazine paper segment
5/17/2026
Planned JV between UPM and Sappi would change LWC/MWC market
Solidarity and Cooperation Among Printing Unions: A Way to Overcome Crises Solidarity and Cooperation Among Printing Unions: A Way to Overcome Crises
5/14/2026
The Director General of the Printing and Publishing Office of the Ministry of Culture said: “Fortunately, the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance has now fully accepted the stewardship of the printing industry as its main governing body and has assumed full responsibility for this sector.”
Presence of 2,296 Publishers at the 7th Tehran Virtual Book Fair Presence of 2,296 Publishers at the 7th Tehran Virtual Book Fair
5/13/2026
The CEO of Iran Book and Literature House announced the participation of 2,296 publishers in the 7th Tehran Virtual Book Fair.
Iranian Insurance Becomes Condition for Currency Provision; Central Bank Amends Import Regulations Iranian Insurance Becomes Condition for Currency Provision; Central Bank Amends Import Regulations
5/11/2026
The Central Bank, by amending foreign currency regulations for imports, has intensified oversight on currency provision and importers' commitments.
We Need an Industrial Development Plan for the Post‑War Period We Need an Industrial Development Plan for the Post‑War Period
5/6/2026
A faculty member at Al‑Zahra University emphasized that the country needs an industrial development program for the post‑war era, stating: “We must seek to improve public income and achieve economic growth by investing in human capital and creating employment opportunities.”
Why Is the 1405 Virtual Book Fair Using the Same Slogan as Last Year? Why Is the 1405 Virtual Book Fair Using the Same Slogan as Last Year?
5/4/2026
“Let’s Read for Iran” was first chosen for the 1404 in‑person book fair, then repeated for that year’s Book Week, and has now been announced as the slogan of the 1405 Virtual Book Fair.
Joint Statement by Printing, Publishing, and Paper Industry Associations Condemning Enemy Aggressions Against Iran Joint Statement by Printing, Publishing, and Paper Industry Associations Condemning Enemy Aggressions Against Iran
4/30/2026
The associations active in the field of printing, publishing, and paper have issued a joint statement expressing their strong disgust at the "aggressions by American and Zionist enemies." They declared the defense of Iran’s territorial integrity as a national duty and emphasized their full support for the nation's combatants and their families.
The Capital Market: An Arm to Support War-Affected Industries The Capital Market: An Arm to Support War-Affected Industries
4/27/2026
Shahbaz Hassanpour, a member of the Industries and Mines Committee of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, stated: "We must utilize the stock market's capacity for the reconstruction of war-affected industries."
The National Library and Archives of Iran on the Path Toward a Smart Archive The National Library and Archives of Iran on the Path Toward a Smart Archive
4/26/2026
With the “Saman” project entering the stage of selecting international standards, the National Library and Archives of Iran has taken a new practical step toward developing a smart archive.
Three Impacts of the Imposed War on the Banking System: From Loan Repayments to Increased Demand for Liquidity Three Impacts of the Imposed War on the Banking System: From Loan Repayments to Increased Demand for Liquidity
4/21/2026
The Deputy Governor for Regulation and Supervision of the Central Bank, elaborating on three impacts of the imposed war on the country's banking system, stated:
Environmental Monitoring of Takab’s Production, Industrial, and Service Units Environmental Monitoring of Takab’s Production, Industrial, and Service Units
4/18/2026
The environmental performance of Takab’s production, industrial, and service units is being assessed and monitored.
Deadline for submitting electronic invoices extended until the end of Farvardin Deadline for submitting electronic invoices extended until the end of Farvardin
4/15/2026
Following a proposal by the Iranian National Tax Administration (INTA) and approval by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, the deadline for submitting and registering electronic invoices for Esfand 1404, as well as the increased sales threshold under Article (6) of the Law on Retail Sales Terminals and Taxpayer System, has been extended until April 20, 2026 (31 Farvardin 1405).
Freelancers' Access to International Internet to Be Established Freelancers' Access to International Internet to Be Established
4/13/2026
Tehran, IRNA – The Deputy Minister of Policy Making and Planning of ICT and Digital Economy of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology stated: "It has been decided that freelancers will be organized through the 'NSR' organization so that their access to international internet can be established as soon as possible."
Over 13 Million Postal Services Delivered During the Third Imposed War Over 13 Million Postal Services Delivered During the Third Imposed War
4/8/2026
Tehran – IRNA – The Deputy Minister of Communications and the CEO of the National Post Company announced that more than 13 million postal services have been provided during the past 36 days of the Third Imposed War, calling this performance the result of network resilience and the continuous efforts of employees across the country.
Mohsen Javadi: No Interruption in Serving the Publishing Community Will Be Accepted Mohsen Javadi: No Interruption in Serving the Publishing Community Will Be Accepted
4/7/2026
The Deputy Minister of Cultural Affairs of the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance, emphasizing the continued field presence of managers and the unacceptability of underperformance in the current situation, announced the review of various scenarios for holding the Book Fair and the development of support packages for publishers and booksellers.
Holding of the first consultative meeting of the Research Center in 2026. Holding of the first consultative meeting of the Research Center in 2026.
4/6/2026
The first consultative meeting between the Head of the Research Center for Roads, Housing, and Urban Development and the center's managers was held in 2026.
Valmet delivers a new log line for The Price Companies Valmet delivers a new log line for The Price Companies
2/25/2026
Valmet has received an order from The Price Companies to deliver a new debarking and chipping line to support increased wood chip supply at one of their operations in Georgia, the USA. The investment enables Price to meet growing demand and strengthen its position as the leader in woodyard operations in North America.
Södra Agrees to Sell Its Stake in Sunpine Södra Agrees to Sell Its Stake in Sunpine
2/25/2026
Södra has reached an agreement to divest its 25% ownership stake in Sunpine AB, concluding a partnership that began in 2008 to develop renewable products based on tall oil.
FPAC Releases 2025 Annual Report FPAC Releases 2025 Annual Report
2/24/2026
FPAC Releases 2025 Annual Report Highlighting Sector Resilience and Urgent Need for Policy Action
Mondi’s Containerboard Backs Pacapime Produce Boxes Mondi’s Containerboard Backs Pacapime Produce Boxes
2/22/2026
Mondi is continuing its collaboration with Pacapime Hungary to supply corrugated packaging for fresh fruit and vegetables across Central and Western Europe.
US printing-writing paper shipments dropped 13% in January 2026 US printing-writing paper shipments dropped 13% in January 2026
2/21/2026
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the January 2026 Printing-Writing Monthly report.
Saica’s Zaragoza paper mill resumes operations with limitations after fire Saica’s Zaragoza paper mill resumes operations with limitations after fire
2/21/2026
A fire broke out on Saturday, 14 February, at Saica's paper production and recycling site in Zaragoza, Spain. Firefighters from the Zaragoza municipal brigade extinguished the blaze by Sunday afternoon. No injuries were reported.
Essity confirms start-up date for recycled paper facility in Prudhoe Essity confirms start-up date for recycled paper facility in Prudhoe
2/19/2026
Essity will open its new £30m+ state-of-the-art recycled paper facility at its largest UK manufacturing site in Prudhoe, Northumberland, on 9 April 2026.

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