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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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’ 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, 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 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.
A one-side coated gloss paper engineered to combine shelf appeal, converting efficiency and reliable performance in chilled dairy environments.
Dear Exhibitors, Visitors and Business Partners,
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.
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.
Stora Enso Oyj announces the members of the executive management team of the new forest asset company, which is planned to be demerged from Stora Enso. The demerger is expected to be completed in the first half of 2027.
As the current conflict unfolds, our thoughts are first and foremost with all the people who have been directly affected. We do sincerely hope that you, your families and co-workers are safe and well protected.
Henrik Söderström has been appointed Metsä Fibre’s Senior Vice President, Sawn Timber Business and a member of Metsä Fibre's Management Team as of 1 April 2026. He will report to CEO Ismo Nousiainen. He moves into his new role from his position as SVP, Sales and Marketing at Metsä Wood.
Valmet has made an investment in its Yrittäjänkatu fabrics production unit in Tampere to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and improve energy efficiency. A new three-megawatt electric boiler will be installed at the factory and integrated into the power plant’s heat production. The total value of the investment is EUR 2 million, and it is expected to be commissioned by the end of 2026.
The operations of the Metsä Conservation Foundation have commenced, and it can now receive applications for permanent protection of forest sites situated in Finland.
The next BIR World Recycling Convention & Exhibition from (31 May) 1–3 June 2026 will be held at the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre (Gothia Towers) in Gothenburg (Sweden), building on the organisation’s record-breaking momentum from 2025.
Metsä Fibre, part of Metsä Group, is initiating a production shutdown at its Joutseno pulp mill on 31 March 2026. The production shutdown is used to adjust pulp production to match the current uncertain demand situation in the Asian markets.
The takeover of the Condat paper mill has come to an end. However, the site is very likely to abandon paper production altogether. According to the newspapers Les Echos and La Tribune, as well as the local press (ICI Périgord and Sud-Ouest), the Bordeaux Commercial Court has chosen the takeover bid submitted by Condat Solutions, a subsidiary of Groupe SPB (Société de Participation de la Braye). In total, only 21 of the 202 jobs will be retained. The bid from the Czech company Finesta was ultimately rejected. SPB has announced a "multi-sector reindustrialization project […] with high added value, based on a decarbonized circular economy," with a commitment to create 300 direct jobs at the site within five years.
Metsä Fibre’s Rauma pulp mill celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Since starting operations in 1996, the mill has become a significant employer in the Satakunta region and an essential part of the area's industrial history and future.
The Colombian Association of Pulp, Paper and Paperboard Industry Technicians (ACOTEPAC) is holding its 34th International Congress and ExpoAcotepac on February 25, 26 and 27, 2026, at the Salón Ritz of the Hotel Dann Carlton in Cali, Colombia.
