AFT (Aikawa Fiber Technology) has successfully started up a new MaxEdge™ refiner at Zinc Nacional’s paperboard mill in Mexico, marking another milestone in the long-term collaboration between the two companies.
Lucca is hosting the 32nd edition of MIAC, the International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, from October 7 to 9, and the show floor is already buzzing. It's the foremost event for technologies, machinery and services for paper mills and tissue converters.
The IBS Paper Performance Group, technology leader in paper machine optimization, has completely eliminated the use of dry strength additives at a European manufacturer of packaging paper. On a machine with an annual production capacity of 115,000 metric tons, targeted technological upgrades in the wire section achieved significant improvements in quality and efficiency, resulting in direct annual savings of 865,000 €. The return on investment (ROI) for this optimization project was achieved in just a few months.
The paper group confirms its Platinum rating with a score of 93/100, up 4 points from the previous assessment, ranking in the 99th percentile globally
High quality perfume pack shows how Algro Design Duo can turn precise print and finishing into a stronger premium brand experience.
Autonomous guided vehicles, material handling solutions, automated warehouses and integrated software platforms: in Porcari, Smartlogistix presents a permanent space where Smart Factory technologies can be seen in action.
Union Paper Mills (UPM), part of M.A.H.Y. Khoory Group, will participate as Principal Sponsor and Strategic Partner at ProPaper 2026, bringing its perspective on circular manufacturing, resource efficiency and the long-term development of the region’s paper and packaging industry.
Smurfit Westrock, the world’s largest paper-based packaging company, joined organizers, sponsors and guests at Adare Manor in County Limerick to celebrate the Ryder Cup’s ‘Year to Go’ milestone.
In response to concerns raised by its workforce—who went on strike on September 19—and in light of negative indicators, the management of La Rochette Cartonboard (a company based in Savoy, France, since 1873) issued a press release on September 29. A paper mill specializing in the production of virgin-fiber packaging board, the site employs 280 people and primarily serves French and international clients in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics sectors.
Billerud is launching NEW Billerud Flute® – an improved version with even higher compression strength, opening up new possibilities for smarter corrugated packaging designs.
For the first time, new data quantifies the carbon footprint of paper carrier bags in Europe. Commissioned by The Paper Bag platform and conducted by RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, the study finds a cradle-to-gate fossil carbon footprint of 16.6 to 82.9 g CO₂e per bag, based on three typical bag types and applications. The findings provide retailers and brand owners with a credible basis for informed packaging decisions.
Bellmer GmbH, a leading international supplier of paper and board machinery, proudly announces the acquisition of Rolotipo Indústria e Comércio de Artefatos de Borracha e Plásticos Ltda. (https://www.rolotipo.com.br/), one of Brazil’s most respected specialists in roll covering and roll services for the paper and pulp industry.
Sappi Europe today announces a price increase of €89 per tonne across the Paper Board portfolio in response to sustained cost pressures currently impacting the industry. This pricing adjustment will enable Sappi to continue providing the high levels of product quality, service excellence, and supply security that customers rely on across the company's Paperboard portfolio.
ABB will showcase technologies designed to help paper manufacturers improve process stability, product quality and operational efficiency at MIAC 2026 in Lucca, Italy, from October 7-9. The business will exhibit at stand C3, bringing together measurement, automation and digital solutions for the paper industry.
John Crane's Smartflow IG can save up to 180 litres of freshwater per hour on each pump, creating significant potential savings as the technology is rolled out across the Dörpen site
UPM and Sappi have received a Letter of Facts from the European Commission stating that it continues to have serious concerns about the proposed graphic paper Joint Venture. The parties are in the process of analyzing and responding to the Letter of Facts.
Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has developed a digital print packaging solution on brown paper to support the market launch of a new Kärcher push sweeper, whose plastic components are made from 30 percent recycled material.
Three Tissue machines. Three projects in Europe. And a new chapter in Hergen’s international journey.
We are delighted to welcome Eric Beaudoin to Buckman France as our new account manager supporting our business in France. His background includes more than 25 years of experience in sales, account management, and technical support within the paper and chemical industries.
Chicago, November 2–4 – two and a half days of market intelligence and senior-level networking
There have been numerous twists and turns regarding the future of the two Fibre Excellence (FE) market pulp plants located in the South of France over the summer. Here is an update on the situation. On July 27, the bid submitted by Combat Holding (owned by Matthieu Pigasse) was rejected by the Toulouse Commercial Court. Consequently, the liquidation of the Tarascon site was ordered. In mid-September, tensions regarding the safety and security of this plant—classified as a "Seveso Low-Tier" site—escalated, as state authorities (via ADEME) requisitioned the facility to prevent any environmental or safety-related issues.
Persson Innovation, a global, market-leading manufacturer of sustainable paper handles based in Sweden, continues its growth journey by strengthening its organisation with four strategic appointments. The initiative is driven by increasing global demand and the company's ongoing development as its customer base expands and projects become increasingly complex.
Emmanuel Rapendy has been appointed President & Chief Executive Officer of BTG, a world-leading provider of process measurement and optimization solutions for the pulp and paper industry, effective October 1, 2026.
Valmet has renewed its sizer roll cover portfolio to help board and paper producers improve machine performance, extend running intervals, and achieve more consistent sizing and coating quality. The updated product range with three totally new products introduces new material technologies and application-specific designs that support mills in meeting today’s efficiency, sustainability, and cost competitiveness demands.
