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Kemira Secures Canadian PMRA Registration for KemConnect® DEX

Kemira, a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries, today announced that it has secured Canadian Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) registration for KemConnect® DEX, its chlorine-free, performic acid-based, sustainable disinfection method for waste and process water treatment solution. The approval marks an important milestone in expanding Kemira’s North American sustainable, technology-driven antibacterial portfolio

REPACAR Renews its Board of Directors and Strengthens its Role as the Leading Association for Paper and Cardboard Recycling in Spain

The Spanish Association of Paper and Cardboard Recyclers and Recoverers (REPACAR) has held its extraordinary electoral General Assembly. This meeting takes place every three years to elect the members of its Board of Directors, the Association's executive body responsible for defining the organization's strategic lines and representing the General Assembly.

Unique beetle discovery on SCA land in Västerbotten

The very rare shining beetle Glischrochilus tremulae has been found in SCA’s biodiversity park Tjäderberget outside Lycksele, marking the first recorded discovery in Västerbotten.

No PFAS added papers: Lecta's response to new packaging market demands

A comprehensive portfolio with no PFAS added that enables converters and brand owners to transition to safer materials aligned with a changing regulatory landscape.

Fibre Excellence Saint-Gaudens to Halt Production from March 16 to 30 to Replenish Wood Stocks

Amid persistent tensions in the industrial wood market, exacerbated by supply difficulties linked to recent severe weather in southwestern France, Fibre Excellence has announced a temporary halt to production at its Saint-Gaudens pulp mill for two weeks, from March 16 to March 30.

Ahlstrom orders ANDRITZ steel Yankee for paper machine in Sweden

Ahlstrom Sweden AB has ordered a PrimeDry Steel Yankee from ANDRITZ for a machine-glazed (MG) and specialty paper machine at its Billingsfors mill. Start-up is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026.

SCA to increase kraftliner prices by € 100 per tonne

SCA will increase the prices on all Kraftliner grades in Europe by € 100 per tonne. The new price is valid from April 1, 2026.

A new milestone for Cristini Automation!

We are proud to announce that hashtag#EasyScan™ 500, 𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺, has been selected by Progroup AG Paper PM2 GmbH in Eisenhüttenstadt – part of Progroup, one of 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲’𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗿𝘀.

Industry executives to gather at PRIMA 2026 next September

PRIMA 2026, the leading strategic conference for the global pulp, paper and packaging value chain, will take place on 7 September 2026 in Vienna, Austria, as part of Smithers Paper Week 2026. The one-day event will bring together senior executives, industry experts and decision-makers to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of fibre-based industries.

Vienna to host Specialty Papers Europe 2026 Conference

Specialty Papers Europe 2026 will take place on 8–9 September 2026 in Vienna, Austria, as part of Smithers Paper Week 2026. The two-day conference will bring together leading experts and decision-makers from across the specialty paper and packaging value chain to explore the latest developments shaping the sector.

Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference concludes in Barcelona

The Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference, held from March 9–11 in Barcelona, brought together senior executives, analysts and suppliers from across the global pulp, paper and packaging value chain to discuss the key challenges and opportunities facing the industry.

Valmet : Successful start-up of Anhui Linping's board line PM 8

On March 6, 2026, Anhui Linping Circular Development successfully started up its new OptiConcept M board making line PM 8. As the first complete board production line supplied by Valmet to Anhui Linping, the investment advances its capacity expansion and sustainability goals and supports the circular economy ambitions by enabling the use of recycled fiber in high-quality board grades.

Metsä Fibre to start change negotiations on potential layoffs at the Joutseno pulp mill

Due to the uncertain market situation for pulp, Metsä Fibre will begin change negotiations regarding potential temporary layoffs of up to 90 days at its Joutseno pulp mill. The negotiations cover the entire mill personnel, approximately 170 employees.

The Navigator Company announces a 30-50 USD Price Increase on UWF Papers in Overseas Markets

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.

Emtec Electronic, its innovative laboratory measuring devices, and other news in Helsinki at Pulp & Beyond 2026

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 gains Akarton GmbH as a new partner for the packaging park at its Schüttorf site

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.

New dates for Paper & Tissue Show 2026

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.

Silox acquires selected hydrosulfite-related assets from BASF

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.

Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference opens in Barcelona

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 delivers a runnability improvement to Alkim Kagit, Türkiye

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 appoints Per Bjurbom as President and CEO

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: AI, innovation and the future of the bioeconomy

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 offers summer jobs for 16–17-year-olds at mill sites and forest locations

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.

Creaset RG for yoghurt banderoles: a small surface with strategic impact

A one-side coated gloss paper engineered to combine shelf appeal, converting efficiency and reliable performance in chilled dairy environments.