Tradeshow Paper Bioeconomy 2026: emtec’s cutting-edge measurement technology for optimizing paper production

Tradeshow Paper Bioeconomy 2026: emtec’s cutting-edge measurement technology for optimizing paper production

Once again, this year emtec Electronic will participate in the Paper Bioeconomy Conference & Tradeshow in Graz, Austria, presenting its innovative measurement solutions. Visitors willhave the opportunity to meet emtec’s sales representative Stefan Ruebesam at a tabletop and learn more about the company’s latest technologies for process optimization and quality control in the pulp, paper and tissue industries.

Henkel opens upgraded Packaging Competence Center to facilitate future-ready packaging solutions

Henkel opens upgraded Packaging Competence Center to facilitate future-ready packaging solutions

The packaging industry is being rewritten. New sustainability regulations, rising demand for circular solutions, and the shift to digitalized manufacturing are raising the bar, requiring faster innovation and closer collaboration. Henkel Adhesive Technologies is answering that call with the inauguration of its extensively modernized Packaging Competence Center in Düsseldorf: a single hub where hands-on collaboration turns ideas into industrial reality.

Södra develops a new paper pulp – combining forest raw materials with oat hulls

Södra develops a new paper pulp – combining forest raw materials with oat hulls

Södra is taking the next step in its innovation journey with the launch of Södra blue S – a new type of paper pulp that combines softwood fibres with oat hulls from Swedish grain processing. The initiative is a concrete example of how Södra explores new solutions while using resources more efficiently to create value and contribute to a more circular future.

DS Smith is accelerating the shift away from plastic in the food industry with Florette

DS Smith is accelerating the shift away from plastic in the food industry with Florette

While the produce sector continues to rely heavily on plastic packaging, DS Smith is taking another step forward in plastic substitution with the development of 100% recyclable corrugated cardboard trays for the new Florette “cooking box” line (Agrial Group). Launched on April 1, the concept features all-in-one recipes combining fresh vegetables (washed, peeled, and chopped), side dishes, and sauces, for meals that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

Bellmer at ZELLCHEMING EXPO

Bellmer at ZELLCHEMING EXPO

Under the theme “Technology for the Bioeconomy since 1842”, Bellmer presents forward-looking solutions for sustainable paper production at the ZELLCHEMING EXPO. As a full-service provider, the Bellmer Group supports the paper and bioeconomy industries with comprehensive process expertise – from fiber preparation to the finished roll.

UPM and BASF accelerate the transition to recyclable, fiber-based packaging

UPM and BASF accelerate the transition to recyclable, fiber-based packaging

UPM Specialty Materials (UPM) and BASF are collaborating to help brand owners, converters and formulators accelerate the transition to recyclable*, fiber-based packaging solutions. By combining UPM’s barrier and barrier base papers with BASF’s Joncryl® HPB (high performance barrier) barrier technology resins, the collaboration enables high-performance, fiber-based materials while supporting the transition away from conventional mixed packaging structures.

Brookfield acquires the Fosber Group

Brookfield acquires the Fosber Group

Fosber is pleased to announce that Brookfield’s private equity business has completed its acquisition of the company. The transaction, a carveout from Guangdong Dongfang Precision, values the business at approximately $900 million.

Ahlstrom strengthens innovation capabilities with a single global innovation hub in France

Ahlstrom strengthens innovation capabilities with a single global innovation hub in France

Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, is strengthening its innovation capabilities by bringing together its Group Research and Innovation activities into a single global innovation hub in Pont-Évêque, France*. The expanded innovation hub combines Ahlstrom’s core innovation leadership, state-of-the-art laboratories and cross‑business expertise, creating greater scale, faster collaboration and stronger business impact, while remaining fully connected to the company’s global R&D network.