The packaging industry’s leading professionals are gearing up for Europe’s leading Moulded Fibre Europe Conference, taking place on 27 May 2026 in Amsterdam. Hosted by Smithers, this event promises to showcase the latest innovations, technologies, and market trends in sustainable moulded fibre packaging.
VPK Group entered into an agreement with the shareholders of Ribble Packaging Ltd, a UK corrugated cardboard company, to increase its equity stake from 30% to 50%, creating a position of joint control. This step follows the minority share acquisition in 2023 and is part of VPK Group’s long-term strategy to strengthen its position in the fanfold market and expand its geographic reach.
The Voith Group is reviewing adjustments to its organizational structures and workforce as part of the company's ongoing strategic development. The goal of these adjustments is to make the company more competitive and sustainable in the long term, to promote innovation and to take advantage of growth opportunities in a dynamic global market environment. A reduction of up to 2,500 positions is expected as part of the adjustments.
SCA has earned a place on the Carbon Disclosure Project’s (CDP) prestigious A-List for 2025 – the highest possible rating – in the categories of Climate and Forests. The award signifies that SCA ranks among the global top performers in terms of transparency, strategic sustainability work, and concrete actions in these areas. In this year’s CDP evaluation, SCA is placed on the A-List in the Climate and Forests categories.
A partnership that reinforces Lecta Self-Adhesives' commitment to the circular economy and the sustainability of the labelling sector.
New headbox installation on the paper machine at Gruvön mill enhances strength, quality consistency, and sustainability for Billerud Flute®.
Metsä Board has completed a cradle-to-grave life cycle assessment* comparing the carbon footprints of takeaway food trays made from MetsäBoard Pro FSB Cup and fossil-based polypropylene. The study included biogenic carbon sequestration and emissions, and was verified by independent reviewers from RISE and SimaPro UK. Multiple end-of-life scenarios were assessed, including regional recycling and full incineration.
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has teamed up with bicycle manufacturer Polana Bikes to co-develop an innovative packaging solution that redefines how high-end bikes are shipped and stored sustainably – while creating an outstanding unboxing experience.
Valmet has concluded the change negotiations started on November 10, 2025, concerning temporary layoffs in the Packaging and Paper Machines business unit, under the Packaging and Paper business area, and in the Global Supply unit in Finland. The negotiations focused on plans to adjust capacity and improve cost efficiency of the Packaging and Paper Machines business unit and Global Supply unit.
Today marks the conclusion of Paperex 2025, the 17th edition of the international exhibition and conference, the world’s largest show dedicated to the pulp, paper, packaging and allied industries, held from 3–6 December at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi. Organised by Informa Markets in India in collaboration with Indian Agro & Recycled Paper Mills Association (IARPMA) and supported by World Paper Forum, the event once again stood out as a global hub for industry players, technology providers, buyers and policymakers.
The Commission welcomes the provisional political agreement reached tonight between the European Parliament and the Council on the Commission proposal for targeted amendments of the EU
Sappi Limited and UPM-Kymmene Corporation have today announced the signing of a non-binding letter of intent to form a non-listed, independent 50/50 Joint Venture for graphic paper. This Joint Venture will bring together Sappi’s European Graphic Paper business with UPM’s Communication Papers business in Europe, the UK and the US. The transaction will be subject to the fulfilment of a number of regulatory and other conditions, including shareholder approval. The parties intend signing definitive agreements during the first half of calendar year 2026 and expect to close the proposed transaction by the end of calendar year 2026, once all conditions precedent are fulfilled.
Domtar today announced it will permanently close operations at its Crofton, British Columbia, facility.
Hinojosa Packaging Group introduces its own Product Carbon Footprint Calculator. The launch of this tool answers to the customers’ needs of improving their emissions measurement.
In November 2025, the Palm Group acquired a 50 % stake in Power Packaging s.r.o. in the Czech Republic. The processing plant, based in Nýrsko in western Czechia, specialises in the production of complex corrugated cardboard packaging. Power Packaging generates annual revenues of approximately EUR 4 million.
The start-up of Metsä Group’s Joutseno pulp mill from the production shutdown that began in June will commence on Monday, 8 December 2025.
Greenliner has successfully started up its state-of-the-art containerboard machine at the company’s 10th of Ramadan City mill in Egypt in November 2025. Greenliner’s PM 1 is Egypt’s largest containerboard machine, producing paper starting from 80gsm on a 5.15m machine deckle - designed for strength, speed and converting efficiency.
Valmet introduces the renewed Valmet IQ Web Monitoring System (WMS), designed to elevate quality and efficiency in pulp, paper, tissue, as well as paper and board converting industries. The new WMS delivers exceptional image quality through the most compact design and industry-leading illumination technology.
Paper Corea Inc. has successfully started up a PrimePress X shoe press supplied by international technology group ANDRITZ at its paper mill in Gunsan, South Korea. This marks a significant milestone, as the press features the highest line load ever installed for paper production in South Korea - an achievement that enables stronger, more durable paper and boosts production efficiency through optimized dewatering and faster machine speeds.
Despite the uncertain and unstable economic and political climate, the Atip/Copacel Paper Days, held in Paris on November 27 and 28, mobilized the paper industry and were another resounding success. The event alternated between technical conferences organized by Atip, showcasing the latest innovations from Pagora and from many suppliers (Megger, Lantier, Acoem, AFT, SKF, BTG, Voith, Storio, Greenyellow, and Watlow), the Copacel Conference, the Exhibition and many networking opportunities. The evening event took place at “La Coupole”, the renowned Parisian Art Deco brasserie in Montparnasse. With a particularly popular "Casino" event that allowed participants to chat and try their luck at the green felt in a very friendly atmosphere. This event concluded with a memorable auction where many participants left with more or less surprising gifts… Laughter guaranteed.
The European Commission today unveiled its comprehensive Bioeconomy Strategy, for the first time positioning the bioeconomy as a cornerstone of both Europe's industrial competitiveness and sustainability. A welcome development for a sector which potential was hampered by regulatory inconsistencies and competition from cheaper fossil materials. This strategic initiative aims to harness
Sun Paper has successfully started up new process islands with state-of-the-art technology and solutions from ANDRITZ at its kraft pulp mill in Nanning, Guangxi, China.
Paper mills face mounting pressure to boost transparency and responsiveness while managing complex production environments with limited staff. Voith's MillOne system addresses these challenges by creating a networked digital hub that enhances operational control and real-time visibility.
AFT (Aikawa Fiber Technologies) has received an order from Asia-Pacific for a comprehensive stock preparation system rebuild, supporting the mill’s project to install a new fine paper production line. The investment aims to increase production flexibility, improve fiber processing efficiency, and enable consistent high-quality output in fine paper grades.
