Lecta Self-Adhesives launches Adestor Gloss GP PFAS- free: a high grease-resistant labelling solution
An advanced, PFAS-free self-adhesive solution
Packaging Corporation of America Announces Agreement to Purchase Greif Containerboard Business
Packaging Corporation of America today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the containerboard business of Greif, Inc. for $1.8 billion in cash. The transaction is expected to close by the end of PCA’s third quarter, subject to certain customary conditions and regulatory approvals.
AFT Varkaus - Celebrating 80 Years of Innovation
As we celebrate 80 years of expertise and innovation at our Varkaus factory, we're proud to shine a spotlight on one of our most impactful technologies with deep Finnish roots: POM Technology.
Vinzenz Heindl appointed to the Progroup Board as Chief Sales Officer
A strong sign of future viability, continuity and partnership.
Introducing Best of Publishing: THE NEW FEDRIGONI PAPER COLLECTION for editorial design
Drawing on its extensive experience in producing paper for publishing, Fedrigoni goes beyond the idea of a simple catalogue with Best of Publishing, offering a fresh perspective. This new collection is designed to educate and inspire, combining traditional material samples with digital elements such as QR codes, videos, and podcasts featuring inspirational interviews with eight internationally renowned editorial designers.
Nine Dragons Paper starts up new pulp mill supplied by ANDRITZ at Hubei, China
Nine Dragons Paper, has successfully started up a pulp mill supplied by ANDRITZ at its new integrated pulp and paper production plant in Hubei Jianli, China. The new state-of-the-art mill includes world-leading process technology and production equipment.
International Paper Completes Divestiture of Five European Corrugated Box Plants to Satisfy Regulatory Commitments from the Acquisition of DS Smith Plc
International Paper , a global leader in sustainable packaging, today announced the completion of the divestiture of five European plants to PALM Group to satisfy regulatory commitments from its acquisition of DS Smith Plc. The sale includes (i) three plants in Normandy, France (namely, one box plant in Saint-Amand, one box plant in Mortagne, and one sheet plant in Cabourg); (ii) one box plant in Ovar, Portugal; and (iii) one box plant in Bilbao, Spain.
European Containerboard Industry unveils Roadmap to Net Zero
The European containerboard industry has taken a significant step to further improve its sustainability credentials with the publication of its comprehensive roadmap to achieving Net Zero carbon emissions. This strategic plan outlines the key findings, commitments, and policy recommendations necessary to support the industry’s transition to a climate-neutral future by 2050.
ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2025 kicks off today – Celebrating 195 years of industry expertise
ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2025 kicks off Today – Celebrating 195 years of industry expertise
Jussi Vanhanen begins as President and CEO of Metsä Group
As previously announced, Metsä Group’s new President and CEO Jussi Vanhanen assumes his role today, 1 July 2025. He brings to the role extensive international leadership experience, particularly in the forest industry.
Norske Skog Skogn selects ANDRITZ technology to start book paper production
Norske Skog Skogn is preparing to enter the European book paper market supported by a comprehensive technology package developed in collaboration with international technology group ANDRITZ. This solution will enable the conversion of Paper Machine 1 (PM1) to flexibly produce both newsprint and the new NOR Book grade. Norske Skog aims to become one of
Sonoco Announces Death of Can-making Industry Leader Tomás López
Sonoco Products Company, a global leader in value-added sustainable metal and paper packaging, today announced European can-making industry leader Tomás López died in his hometown of Murcia, Spain. López most recently was Chief Executive Officer of Sonoco Metal Packaging EMEA.
Stepak Bourdin Enters into Advanced and Exclusive Discussions to Acquire Le Nappage and Sodipan Table
On June 30, the Stepak Bourdin group announced that it had entered into exclusive discussions to acquire Le Nappage, a French industrial player in the single-use tableware sector. Founded in 1945 and historically located in the Vosges region, Le Nappage currently employs 150 people across its two French industrial sites. A key player in the tableware sector, the company, chaired by Didier Destouches (who also chairs Sodipan Table), specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of single-use products. Each year, it produces two billion napkins and 75,000 km of tablecloths. However, over the past five years, the company's financial situation has weakened, particularly due to fluctuations in raw material prices and the challenges of its transformation. The two companies state that they share "a common industrial history and complementary expertise, which makes the integration of Le Nappage into the Stepak Bourdin group a natural and seamless fit."
Runtech delivers a RunEco Vacuum System to Sun-Ka, Türkiye
Runtech Systems delivers a RunEco Vacuum System to Sun-Ka Sungurlu Kagitcilik San. Tic. A.S., Sungurlu, Türkiye. The delivery includes an EP Turbo Blower with EcoDrop water separator, EcoFlow dewatering measurements with six measurement points and turbo blower remote monitoring. In addition, Sun-Ka and Runtech have signed a 5-year RunCare Service Agreement to ensure optimal operation of the vacuum system.
Voith starts up successfully rebuilt PM 1 at Norske Skog in Golbey
Voith announced today the successful completion of the rebuilt Norske Skog PM 1 production line in Golbey, France. The machine is designed to produce 550,000 tons per year of recycled packaging paper at a wire width of 9,300 mm to meet the growing demand in the European market. With a design speed of 1,700 m/min, PM 1 will focus on lightweight packaging papers between 70 and 135 g/m2.
Paper Academy is launching this Tuesday, July 1st !
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Samp launches industry-first infrastructure Copilot to revolutionise asset intelligence for industrial teams
Samp, the leading deeptech company behind Shared Reality, today announced the launch of its industry-first Copilot, a groundbreaking AI assistant designed to transform asset intelligence across piping-intensive industrial sites such as existing refineries, chemical plants, and power stations.
The Albany Mexico Seminar will head back to Puerto Vallarta with kraft & fine paper in focus
The Albany Mexico Seminar, a flagship event for the Latin American pulp and paper sector organized the Mexican subsidiary of the international machine clothing specialist, will return to Puerto Vallarta this November. This key regional gathering will once again unite industry professionals, technology leaders, and top suppliers for an in-depth look at innovations in kraft and fine paper manufacturing.
The promise of bio-based molecules on the agenda of the Atip Technical Day in Grenoble
For its second Technical Day of the year, the Technical Association of the French Paper Industry (Atip) chose to address the topic of bio-based molecules on June 25th in Grenoble (southeast of France). The day before, a visit to Fregata Hygiène, in Charavines, which produces tissue paper, was organized, followed by a convivial dinner at the famous Café Table Ronde in Grenoble.
BIR President Susie Burrage OBE selected for Management Today’s distinguished Women in Leadership Power List 2025
The Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) is delighted to announce that its President, Susie Burrage OBE, has been selected by Management Today for its Women in Leadership Power List 2025.
Latam Paper Brasil 2025 opens today in Atibaia, San Paolo
LatamPAPER Brasil 2025 exhibition and conference officially opens today at the Bourbon Atibaia Resort, near São Paulo. This strategic event brings together some of the major players pulp, paper, and tissue industry from Brasil and beyond for two intensive days of networking, innovation showcase, and knowledge exchange.
China’s Yueyang Paper starts up ABB technologies to ensure quality production at scale
Yueyang Forest and Paper Company Ltd. has commissioned ABB paper machine drives and laboratory testing systems for a comprehensive paper mill upgrade in China. As part of the multi-phase investment project, a new machine in Yueyang, Hunan Province, will produce up to 450,000 tons of fine paper per year.
SCA updates MTN program, publishes prospectus and publishes an updated Green Bond Framwork
Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget SCA (publ) on May 8, 2018 established a Medium Term Note program (MTN) with a loan framework amounting to SEK 8 billion. Up to and including June 25, 2025 SCA has issued SEK 6.7 billion under the MTN program, of which SEK 4,5 billion is outstanding.
BHS Corrugated – New Cassette Facer CF-A
A compact, reliable solution perfectly suited for high-performance single facer production.