No PFAS added papers: Lecta's response to new packaging market demands
A comprehensive portfolio with no PFAS added that enables converters and brand owners to transition to safer materials aligned with a changing regulatory landscape.
Fibre Excellence Saint-Gaudens to Halt Production from March 16 to 30 to Replenish Wood Stocks
Amid persistent tensions in the industrial wood market, exacerbated by supply difficulties linked to recent severe weather in southwestern France, Fibre Excellence has announced a temporary halt to production at its Saint-Gaudens pulp mill for two weeks, from March 16 to March 30.
Ahlstrom orders ANDRITZ steel Yankee for paper machine in Sweden
Ahlstrom Sweden AB has ordered a PrimeDry Steel Yankee from ANDRITZ for a machine-glazed (MG) and specialty paper machine at its Billingsfors mill. Start-up is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026.
SCA to increase kraftliner prices by € 100 per tonne
SCA will increase the prices on all Kraftliner grades in Europe by € 100 per tonne. The new price is valid from April 1, 2026.
A new milestone for Cristini Automation!
We are proud to announce that hashtag#EasyScan™ 500, 𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺, has been selected by Progroup AG Paper PM2 GmbH in Eisenhüttenstadt – part of Progroup, one of 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲’𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗿𝘀.
Industry executives to gather at PRIMA 2026 next September
PRIMA 2026, the leading strategic conference for the global pulp, paper and packaging value chain, will take place on 7 September 2026 in Vienna, Austria, as part of Smithers Paper Week 2026. The one-day event will bring together senior executives, industry experts and decision-makers to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of fibre-based industries.
Vienna to host Specialty Papers Europe 2026 Conference
Specialty Papers Europe 2026 will take place on 8–9 September 2026 in Vienna, Austria, as part of Smithers Paper Week 2026. The two-day conference will bring together leading experts and decision-makers from across the specialty paper and packaging value chain to explore the latest developments shaping the sector.
Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference concludes in Barcelona
The Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference, held from March 9–11 in Barcelona, brought together senior executives, analysts and suppliers from across the global pulp, paper and packaging value chain to discuss the key challenges and opportunities facing the industry.
Valmet : Successful start-up of Anhui Linping's board line PM 8
On March 6, 2026, Anhui Linping Circular Development successfully started up its new OptiConcept M board making line PM 8. As the first complete board production line supplied by Valmet to Anhui Linping, the investment advances its capacity expansion and sustainability goals and supports the circular economy ambitions by enabling the use of recycled fiber in high-quality board grades.
Metsä Fibre to start change negotiations on potential layoffs at the Joutseno pulp mill
Due to the uncertain market situation for pulp, Metsä Fibre will begin change negotiations regarding potential temporary layoffs of up to 90 days at its Joutseno pulp mill. The negotiations cover the entire mill personnel, approximately 170 employees.
The Navigator Company announces a 30-50 USD Price Increase on UWF Papers in Overseas Markets
The Navigator Company implements a 30-50 USD price increase in Uncoated Woodfree (UWF) Papers in Overseas markets, given the current trading situation. The new pricing is effective immediately.
Emtec Electronic, its innovative laboratory measuring devices, and other news in Helsinki at Pulp & Beyond 2026
The Pulp & Beyond event sees itself as a Nordic arena for forest-based bioeconomy and will once again bring together the latest innovations, products, technologies, and experts at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Center in April. The German measuring device manufacturer will present its online FPO in Northern Europe for the first time.
Progroup gains Akarton GmbH as a new partner for the packaging park at its Schüttorf site
Progroup has found a new partner for the packaging park at its PW05 corrugated sheetfeeder plant. In future, the site will be operated together with Akarton GmbH.
New dates for Paper & Tissue Show 2026
In line with our commitment to provide a stable and secure platform that reflects the high standards of the United Arab Emirates, and considering current developments in the region, we have decided to reschedule our exhibition, which was planned for 31 March.
Silox acquires selected hydrosulfite-related assets from BASF
BASF and Silox have entered into a definitive agreement under which Silox acquires selected hydrosulfite-related assets from BASF. The transaction comprises specific assets, including intellectual property rights, special containers, selected production equipment, technical expertise, and related trademarks.
Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference opens in Barcelona
The Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference 2026 opened today in Barcelona, bringing together more than 300 senior decision-makers from across the pulp, paper and packaging value chain for three days of market intelligence, strategic debate and networking.
Runtech delivers a runnability improvement to Alkim Kagit, Türkiye
Runtech Systems delivers a runnability improvement project to Alkim Kagit San. ve Tic. A.S in Kemalpasa, Izmir, Turkey. The delivery to PM2 includes RunPro EasyOne high-release web stabilizers for the first dryer group. Stabilizer high-release nozzles are fed with RunPro Turbo Compressors to create effective vacuum levels on sheet release point of top dryers.
Rottneros appoints Per Bjurbom as President and CEO
Rottneros’ Board of Directors has resolved to appoint Per Bjurbom as President and CEO with effect from 12 March 2026, whereby acting President and CEO Magnus Wikström will leave this position.
Pulp & Beyond 2026: AI, innovation and the future of the bioeconomy
Pulp & Beyond 2026, the leading event for the forest-based bioeconomy in the Northern Europe, will spotlight the role of artificial intelligence in process industries, showcase innovations within the forest sector, explore the future of the bioeconomy, and address the critical early‑stage challenges faced by industry start-ups. Pulp & Beyond 2026 will take place from Wednesday to Thursday, 15–16 April 2026, at Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre, Finland.
Metsä Group offers summer jobs for 16–17-year-olds at mill sites and forest locations
Metsä Group will once again employ 16–17-year-olds in summer jobs involving forest planting and yard maintenance at mill sites across Finland. These summer jobs provide young people with a safe and well-supervised opportunity to gain their first experience of working life.
Creaset RG for yoghurt banderoles: a small surface with strategic impact
A one-side coated gloss paper engineered to combine shelf appeal, converting efficiency and reliable performance in chilled dairy environments.
Postponement Notice – Paper & Tissue Show 2026 Date Change
Dear Exhibitors, Visitors and Business Partners,
Sonoco Implementing Price Increases for Uncoated Recycled Paperboard, Converted Paperboard Products
Sonoco Products Company, a global leader in high-value sustainable paper products, today announced it is implementing a $70 per ton price increase for all grades of uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) in the United States and Canada, effective with shipments beginning April 3, 2026.
From coffee cups to children’s books: James Cropper and Biffa turn waste into storytelling gold
James Cropper Paper & Packaging, Britain’s master papermakers with over 180 years of heritage, has partnered with century-old sustainable waste management company Biffa to produce Whitney the Wasteater and the Wrong Bite, a playful new children’s storybook designed to encourage proper recycling habits and community engagement.