Copacel highlights the seriousness of the situation in the French paper industry

Copacel highlights the seriousness of the situation in the French paper industry

A genuine warning in the face of a situation that has become, in its view, increasingly worrying. On April 9, during its traditional annual press conference, held remotely this year, Copacel sounded even more alarmist than in previous years. The trade association, which represents French producers of pulp, paper, and board (74 companies, employing nearly 10,000 people), highlighted "the increasing number of paper mill closures over the past 24 months, as well as the precarious situation of several sites at the start of 2026." These indicators, according to the association, highlight "the urgent need to implement an ambitious policy to promote reindustrialization."

Mondi showcases semi-chemical fluting portfolio for demanding food and heavy-duty supply chains

Mondi showcases semi-chemical fluting portfolio for demanding food and heavy-duty supply chains

Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, ensures consistent packaging performance across long journeys and fluctuating climate conditions, where material choice is especially critical for products to arrive intact. Its semi-chemical portfolio includes ProVantage Powerflute®, made from 100% fresh fibre and developed for applications requiring maximum strength and resistance to variable climates; ProVantage Frescoflute, offering excellent dimensional stability and compression strength during processing and storage; and ProVantage Aquaflute, optimised for environments where short-term moisture and water resistance are essential.

Henkel expands its barrier and heat seal coatings portfolio for paper applications

Henkel expands its barrier and heat seal coatings portfolio for paper applications

Paper-based packaging has become much more than just a matter of image, particularly in the food and e-commerce sectors. Brand owners and packaging manufacturers are switching to sustainable and, above all, recyclable solutions, driven by regulatory requirements such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). To support this transition while maintaining product integrity, process stability and efficiency, Henkel Adhesive Technologies is enhancing its paper coatings portfolio with water-based barrier and heat seal coatings. The solutions are designed to improve the functionality of paper-based packaging and strengthen ‘design for recycling’ approaches.

DS Smith supports the launch of Lalique Beauty’s "Tales of Light" home fragrance collection with a fiber-based packaging solution

DS Smith supports the launch of Lalique Beauty’s "Tales of Light" home fragrance collection with a fiber-based packaging solution

Lalique Beauty, a member of the Lalique Group rooted in the House’s iconic heritage, has called upon the expertise of DS Smith—an International Paper company and a global provider of sustainable cellulose fiber-based packaging—to support the launch of its new home fragrance collection, Tales of Light. DS Smith designed and manufactured the folding boxes and inserts for the entire collection, which includes six scented candles and three diffusers.

Valmet strengthens its flow control presence in Australia by inaugurating a new service center and manufacturing unit in Sydney

Valmet strengthens its flow control presence in Australia by inaugurating a new service center and manufacturing unit in Sydney

Valmet is strengthening its flow control capabilities in Australia with the inauguration of a new service center and a manufacturing unit in Sydney. The new facility enhances the availability of mission-critical flow control solutions and services for customers in process industries across the region, with a particular focus on Australia’s pulp, paper, mining and metals, refining, chemicals, and renewable energy sectors.

The emtec Electronic Team showcases its smart measurement technologies at TappiCon 2026

The emtec Electronic Team showcases its smart measurement technologies at TappiCon 2026

Together with its partner company, emtec Electronic North Amercia, the German company emtec Electronic GmbH will present its technical innovations for process optimization to all interested visitors at TappiCon 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. In addition, emtec will participate in the panel discussion “Tissue Softness Workshop” on the final day of the event.

Grünperga & Starkraft Accelerate Paper-Based Packaging Market Entry with one.five

Grünperga & Starkraft Accelerate Paper-Based Packaging Market Entry with one.five

one.five, Hamburg-based AI-powered packaging developer, has successfully deployed its Product Market Fit Compass with 2 leading producers of high‑quality paper. The new tool analyses market, material, and machine data to predict the market success the companies paper portfolio. It delivers customer acquisition four times faster than traditional processes and saves R&D costs up to 60%. Both companies are using the Product Market Fit Compass to expand their paper portfolios with sustainable, paper-based packaging materials that can replace non-recyclable plastic films and multi-material composites.

Atip Technical Day in Grenoble: New Solutions for Optimizing or Reducing Energy Consumption

Atip Technical Day in Grenoble: New Solutions for Optimizing or Reducing Energy Consumption

With uncertainty once again at its highest regarding energy price fluctuations following the outbreak of the war in Iran, the Technical Day organized on March 26 by the French Technical Association of the Paper Industry (Atip) at the Paper Technical Center (Centre technique du papier, CTP) in Grenoble was perfectly timed. More than 80 participants attended this day of discussions dedicated to optimizing energy consumption and preserving resources. A dozen paper companies were represented: Ahlstrom, Canson, Fibre Excellence, Fregata Hygiène, Gascogne, Kimberly Clark, Papeteries Léon Martin, Papeterie le Bourray, Papeteries du Léman (PDL), Sterimed, SWM (Papeteries de Saint-Girons), VPK Paper, and Wepa.

Sappi Carmignano improves coat drying and reduces energy consumption

Sappi Carmignano improves coat drying and reduces energy consumption

Ircon-Solaronics was selected by the Sappi group to improve the coat drying in their mill in Carmignano di Brenta (Italy). The project consisted by replacing an old inefficient gas infrared dryer (more than 30 years old) by a new UniDryer V3 system equipped with the latest generation of high intensity emitters.

Metsä Group is planning a commercial plant for wood-based carbon capture in Rauma

Metsä Group is planning a commercial plant for wood-based carbon capture in Rauma

Metsä Group has started a pre-engineering project for the first commercial biogenic, i.e. wood-based, carbon capture plant. As part of the plant’s financing plan, the company has submitted an application for a reverse auction organised by Finland’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment which distributes investment aid for clean transition projects.

Valmet launches IQ Virtual Sensor, enabling real‑time strength optimization and unlocking significant fiber and starch saving

Valmet launches IQ Virtual Sensor, enabling real‑time strength optimization and unlocking significant fiber and starch saving

Valmet introduces Valmet IQ Virtual Sensor, a software-based solution that gives paper and board producers real-time visibility of critical end-product strength properties that have traditionally been measured only in the laboratory. By providing continuous quality predictions, the solution enables mills to maintain consistent quality, reduce fiber and starch costs, decrease energy consumption, and increase overall production efficiency.

May 13-15，welcome to the 21th International Paper Expo - China

May 13-15，welcome to the 21th International Paper Expo - China

Co-sponsored by the papermaking associations and companies of Guangdong, Shandong, Henan, Zhejiang, Sichuan, Guangxi, Jiangxi, Hubei, Fujian, Jiangsu, Hebei, Shanxi, Yunnan and Hunan regions, the 21th International Pulp & Paper Industry Expo-China，It will be held from May 13th to 15th at the Poly World Trade Expo in Pazhou, Guangzhou.

John DeJarnette, Smurfit Westrock Senior R&D Scientist, named recipient of TAPPI’s Paul W. Magnabosco Outstanding Local Section Award

John DeJarnette, Smurfit Westrock Senior R&D Scientist, named recipient of TAPPI’s Paul W. Magnabosco Outstanding Local Section Award

TAPPI, the leading association for the pulp, paper, tissue, packaging and converting industry, is pleased to announce that John DeJarnette, has been named winner of the distinguished Paul W. Magnabosco Outstanding Local Section Award. The award recognizes remarkable leadership and service to one or more TAPPI Local Sections. Recipients are individuals whose exceptional service has resulted in significant and measurable benefits to TAPPI Local Sections through a single activity or through longtime efforts.