PaperWeek raised the bar again in 2025!
The last PaperWeek conference was a resounding success, offering an enriching blend of virtual and in-person experiences.
The 33rd Acotepac Congress in Cali explores sustainability challenges and innovations in the paper industry
The XXXIII International Congress & ExpoAcotepac 2025 is currently underway, taking place from February 19 to 21 at the Hotel Dann Carlton in Cali, Colombia. Organized by the Colombian Association of Technicians from the Pulp, Paper, and Cardboard Industry (ACOTEPAC), this event brings together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss the central theme: "Challenges and Opportunities on the Road to Sustainability in the Paper Industry."
Valmet to deliver a quality control system for corrugator to Penha in Brazil
Valmet is to deliver an IQ Quality Control System for corrugator for optimizing sheet quality to Grupo Penha S.A.’s packaging plant in Itapira, São Paulo state, Brazil.
Suzano reaches nominal capacity and 1 million tons of production in record time with ANDRITZ-delivered pulp mill
Suzano has reached remarkable production milestones at its new pulp mill in Ribas do Rio Pardo, Brazil, delivered by ANDRITZ. The world’s largest single-line eucalyptus pulp mill achieved average nominal capacity within less than six months after start-up, nearly four months ahead of schedule. Another milestone was met on January 8 when the mill’s production
International Paper Announces Facility Closures
International Paper today announced the permanent closure of the company's Red River containerboard mill in Campti, La., recycling plant in Phoenix, Az., box plant in Hazleton, Pa., and sheet feeder facility in St. Louis, Mo. All facilities will cease operations by the end of April 2025. The Red River containerboard mill closure is expected to reduce the company's containerboard capacity by approximately 800,000 tons on an annualized basis.
Mercer International advances digitalization with Valmet DNAe
Valmet and Mercer International continue collaborating to advance Mercer’s digital transformation. Valmet has received an order for the Valmet DNAe Distributed Control System (DCS) as a part of the ongoing modernization project at Mercer’s Peace River pulp mill in Alberta, Canada. The order includes the Valmet DNAe Distributed Control System with mill-wide automation infrastructure and pulp dryer automation, including an upgrade for the Valmet IQ Quality Control System (QCS).
IDMtest showcases emtec´s cutting-edge measurement solutions at Expo Acotepac 2025
From February 19 to 21, IDM Test will be presenting innovative testing solutions from the German company emtec Electronic for the pulp and paper industry at the South American key event ExpoAcotepac 2025 in Cali, Colombia.
Aikawa Fiber Technologies appoints new CEO
Aikawa Fiber Technologies (AFT) has appointed Ali Raheem as its new CEO, reinforcing its leadership and strategic growth focus. Ali brings extensive global experience in business development, strategy, and leadership across multiple industries.
TAPPICon 2025 expands to include pulp & fiber innovation
TAPPI recently unveiled the program for its reimagined TAPPICon 2025, May 4-7, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minn, featuring an expanded scope that goes beyond paper, tissue, and sustainability to include additional industry segments such as pulping, nonwovens and biobased products, making it a must-attend event for professionals throughout the entire supply chain. Early bird registration for the event is open through April 1, 2025.
Andritz strengthens environmental offering with acquisition of LDX Solutions
Andritz announced today the acquisition of LDX Solutions, a leading provider of emission reduction technologies and related services in the North American industrial market, with annual revenues of about $100 million. This acquisition further strengthens ANDRITZ’s offering of environmental technologies and its presence in the growing North American market.
International Paper and DS Smith Combine To Create The New Global Leader in Sustainable Packaging Solutions
International Paper and DS Smith, two of the leading producers of sustainable packaging, containerboard and pulp products, combined forces on January 31, 2025 to create a new global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, focused on the attractive North American and EMEA regions.
Suzano signs long-term deal with Marvin following successful validation of forestry sector AI geospatial intelligence capabilities
The world’s largest pulp supplier, Suzano, announces a long-term commercial agreement with the AI-powered land use and supply chain management startup, Marvin. Alongside this, Suzano’s venture capital arm, Suzano Ventures, has completed a strategic follow-on investment into Marvin, following its initial investment in October 2023.
BLUEBACKER ECO GRIP SC – the latest generation of drum lagging for corrugated board industry
With the BLUEBACKER ECO GRIP SC, GKD - Gebr. Kufferath AG presents a new generation of drum lagging for corrugated board production. This innovative product features an intelligent combination of mesh structure and full-surface polymer layer for optimum running properties when used with all GKD doublebacker belts.
Kadant Named One of America’s Most Responsible Companies for Fifth Consecutive Year
Kadant Inc. announced today that it was named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2025" by Newsweek magazine. This was the fifth year Kadant has been included on the awards list which assesses companies on Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) factors.
New Leaf Paper earns Green Masters recognition for exceptional sustainability practices
New Leaf Paper, Inc., a US printing and writing paper producer committed to deliver environmentally responsible paper solutions, has been awarded Green Master status by the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council (WSBC) as part of its Green Masters Program®.
UPM Raflatac Advances Sustainability Standards with BPA and BPS-Free Direct Thermal Laminates
UPM Raflatac, a global supplier of self-adhesive paper and film products, reports that all manufacturing of their Direct Thermal laminate products in North America will no longer rely on Bisphenol-A (BPA) and Bisphenol-S (BPS) direct thermal developers.
Mondi wins ten prestigious WorldStar Awards for innovative packaging solutions
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is proud that ten of its innovative products have received WorldStar Packaging Awards in 2025. The awards, organised annually by the World Packaging Organisation, celebrate outstanding achievements in packaging design and technology across the globe.
UPM listed the only forest and paper industry company in the Dow Jones World and European Sustainability
UPM has been listed as the only forest and paper industry company in the Dow Jones Global and European Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for the years 2024-2025. The indices cover environmental, social and governance aspects of responsibility.
AFRY awarded EPCM project for Arauco’s new pulp mill in Brazil
Arauco, a global forest industry company, has awarded AFRY an EPCM (Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management) assignment for the Balance of Plant of its new greenfield pulp mill in Inocência, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
Suzano officially inaugurates the world's largest single-line pulp mill
The ceremony in Ribas do Rio Pardo (MS) was attended by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Vice President Geraldo Alckmin
Billerud’s new Science Based Targets approved – largest reductions to come from the North American operations
Billerud’s new Science Based Targets have been officially approved, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to contributing to a low carbon society. This approval highlights Billerud’s ambition to lead the industry in producing high performing, renewable paper and packaging materials.
Buckman earns Platinum Medal from EcoVadis for sustainability performance
Buckman, the US-headquartered global specialty chemical company with over 1,350 associates worldwide, announces that it has achieved a Platinum Medal rating from EcoVadis, a global leader in business sustainability assessments.
In Memoriam: Esko Uutela, an expert of the tissue paper industry gone too soon
It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Esko Uutela, a distinguished consultant and globally recognized expert in the tissue industry, who served with unwavering dedication at Fastmarkets, and Pöyry before that. His profound insights and unparalleled expertise will leave an indelible mark on the global paper and tissue markets, especially for the regulars of the Fastmarkets and Tissue World conferences.
Archroma Packaging Technologies Joins NC State's SAFI Consortium
Archroma Packaging Technologies is proud to announce that they have joined North Carolina State's College of Natural resources research consortium, the Sustainable and Alternative Fibers Initiative (SAFI) which aims to study, develop and promote the utilization of alternative fibers for packaging, hygiene, textiles and other products. Archroma Packaging Technologies is the latest to join the more than 20 global entities who have partnered with SAFI across the fiber, packaging, tissue, and textile markets.