His Excellency Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology of the UAE today officially inaugurated the AED 200 million recycled containerboard manufacturing facility of Star Paper Mill in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), at the Make it in the Emirates 2026 in Abu Dhabi.
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.
Dual-listed woodfibre and bioeconomy resource group Sappi, today reported its results for the quarter ended 31 March 2026.
Stora Enso today announces Bergslagets Skogar as the new name of its Swedish forest asset company. The announcement marks an important step in Stora Enso’s preparations to separate its Swedish forest assets into a standalone listed company, subject to relevant approvals.
In response to customer demand, we’re delighted to announce that all three of our pulp mills are now talc free.
In the presence of H.E Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, the UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, the waste paper recycling-focused leading paper manufacturer, Star Paper Mills, today signed two milestone global trade partnerships at Make it in the Emirates 2026 (MIITE), complementing the UAE’s global trade leadership and economic resilience irrespective of geopolitical challenges.
Mondi, a leading global manufacturer of sustainable packaging and paper solutions, has produced innovative packaging made of brown kraftliner with white digital printing for its long-standing customer Riedel Glas to support the market launch of the All American Bourbon glass series.
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.
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.
SCA has appointed Klas Nilsson as its new SVP Sustainability and Communications. Klas will assume the position in the autumn of 2026 and will be a member of SCA’s Management Team.
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.
The new Termax 170 g/m² and 172 g/m² papers are available in non top-coated and top-coated versions
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.
The IBS Paper Performance Group, technology leader in paper machine optimization, successfully upgraded the reel change process on a packaging paper machine. The project resulted in a significant increase in net production and annual savings of more than €420,000. Return on investment was achieved in just a few months.
The nomination committee has adjusted its proposal for the composition of the board prior to the general meeting and proposes that the board consist of nine members. The reason is that Anna Karin Hatt has chosen to withdraw her candidacy at her own request.
Sonoco Products Company, a global leader in high-value sustainable packaging, has again been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies.
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.
UPM-Kymmene Corporation announced on September 23, 2025, a strategic review of the UPM Plywood business area to assess options for maximizing its long-term potential in an evolving market environment. UPM’s Board of Directors has today approved a demerger plan concerning the separation of UPM Plywood business area into a new independent listed company, to be named WISA Group Plc. The demerger is subject to approval by UPM’s Extraordinary General Meeting expected to be held in early September 2026 at the latest. The planned completion date of the demerger is October 31, 2026. A demerger and listing prospectus will be published separately.
M. Sc. (Tech), Executive MBA Laura Lundell has been appointed as SVP, Strategy of Metsä Fibre and a member of the Metsä Fibre Management Team as of 1 June 2026. In her role, she will report to CEO Ismo Nousiainen. Lundell has several years of experience in strategy and business development roles within the pulp industry.
UPM announced in December 2025 the conclusion of a non-binding letter of intent to form a graphic paper Joint Venture with Sappi. The proposed transaction is subject to merger control approval from the European Commission and authorities in other jurisdictions such as the US and China.
Stora Enso is introducing two significant developments to its Trayforma tray board range: a basis weight reduction across the existing range, and the launch of Trayforma Brown, an entirely new unbleached product. Together, they extend what Trayforma offers by delivering greater material efficiency and adding a new option for brands seeking a natural look on shelf.
The Board of Directors of Södra is submitting a revised proposal for profit distribution for consideration by the General Meeting to be held on 2 June in Jönköping.
Valmet will start change negotiations in Finland in accordance with the Finnish Co-operation Act on May 4, 2026. The plan under negotiations may include temporary layoffs of less than 90 days.
On 27 April, the Toulouse Commercial Court ruled on the future of the French market pulp producer Fibre Excellence. The company has been placed in administration with a six-month observation period, “during which an economic and social assessment will be carried out and proposals put forward regarding the continuation or sale of the business.” Fibre Excellence’s management must appear in court on 3 June, with the court due to rule on the company’s situation on 17 June.
