Valmet strengthens its flow control presence in Australia by inaugurating a new service center and manufacturing unit in Sydney

Valmet strengthens its flow control presence in Australia by inaugurating a new service center and manufacturing unit in Sydney

Valmet is strengthening its flow control capabilities in Australia with the inauguration of a new service center and a manufacturing unit in Sydney. The new facility enhances the availability of mission-critical flow control solutions and services for customers in process industries across the region, with a particular focus on Australia’s pulp, paper, mining and metals, refining, chemicals, and renewable energy sectors.

Valmet launches IQ Virtual Sensor, enabling real‑time strength optimization and unlocking significant fiber and starch saving

Valmet launches IQ Virtual Sensor, enabling real‑time strength optimization and unlocking significant fiber and starch saving

Valmet introduces Valmet IQ Virtual Sensor, a software-based solution that gives paper and board producers real-time visibility of critical end-product strength properties that have traditionally been measured only in the laboratory. By providing continuous quality predictions, the solution enables mills to maintain consistent quality, reduce fiber and starch costs, decrease energy consumption, and increase overall production efficiency.

May 13-15，welcome to the 21th International Paper Expo - China

May 13-15，welcome to the 21th International Paper Expo - China

Co-sponsored by the papermaking associations and companies of Guangdong, Shandong, Henan, Zhejiang, Sichuan, Guangxi, Jiangxi, Hubei, Fujian, Jiangsu, Hebei, Shanxi, Yunnan and Hunan regions, the 21th International Pulp & Paper Industry Expo-China，It will be held from May 13th to 15th at the Poly World Trade Expo in Pazhou, Guangzhou.

Mondi reveals how purpose-built corrugated packaging can drastically reduce food waste

Mondi reveals how purpose-built corrugated packaging can drastically reduce food waste

Mondi has released a new white paper exploring how fit-for-purpose packaging can help food producers and retailers protect product quality and reduce waste across increasingly demanding supply chains. The paper - ‘Turning Packaging into a Competitive Advantage in the Food Supply Chain’ - shows that handling pressures and packaging performance challenges in today’s complex supply chains can lead to product loss, disruption and brand damage.

UPM and Paramelt introduce bio-based food packaging concept

UPM and Paramelt introduce bio-based food packaging concept

UPM Specialty Materials and Paramelt have jointly developed a bio-based and paper-based food packaging concept. It provides strong grease protection and improved end-of-life performance, making it particularly suitable for bakery, fast food and convenience applications. UPM’s advanced barrier base papers combined with Paramelt’s innovative bio-based heat-seal and barrier technology deliver a recyclable1 paper-based solution with the grease barrier and sealing performance required for food applications. The components have been individually validated as home compostable2,3.

Broke per reel change reduced by more than 50% with IBS Paper Tapes

Broke per reel change reduced by more than 50% with IBS Paper Tapes

The IBS Paper Performance Group, technology leader in paper machine optimization, has significantly improved the reel change process on paper machines for kraftliner, board, and decor paper. By switching from conventional string-based paper tapes to the folded IBS Special Paper Tape, broke per reel change was reduced by up to 55%, thereby significantly increasing annual net production.

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

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.

Indah Kiat starts up new high-capacity ANDRITZ OCC line and reject treatment system in Indonesia

Indah Kiat starts up new high-capacity ANDRITZ OCC line and reject treatment system in Indonesia

Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper TBK, a member of Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), has successfully started up its new OCC (Old Corrugated Containers) line and reject treatment system supplied by international technology group ANDRITZ at its Karawang mill in Jawa Barat, Indonesia. This start-up marks a major milestone in the strategic partnership between the two companies, reinforcing their shared commitment to sustainable and high-efficiency paper production in Southeast Asia.

Dong Tien, Vietnam, successfully starts up its third ANDRITZ OCC line

Dong Tien, Vietnam, successfully starts up its third ANDRITZ OCC line

Dong Tien-Long An Paper JSC has successfully started up a recycled fiber line at its board production mill in Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam. This new OCC (old corrugated containers) line, the third supplied by international technology group ANDRITZ, is designed to process 330 t/d of mixed OCC for the production of high-quality testliner serving both domestic and export markets. The addition of this third line is a strategic step that increases Dong Tien’s production capacity, further enhances pulp quality, and strengthens its commitment to sustainable growth and operational excellence.

ABB introduces Automation Extended: enabling industrial innovation with continuity

ABB introduces Automation Extended: enabling industrial innovation with continuity

ABB has introduced its Automation Extended program, a strategic evolution of its distributed control systems (DCS), designed to help industries modernize without disruption. Building on ABB’s long-standing leadership with the world’s largest DCS installed base and vision in process automation, Automation Extended outlines how future automation capabilities can be introduced progressively – preserving system integrity while enabling the flexibility, scalability and efficiency needed for the next era of industrial operations.

Japan’s Oji Holdings makes strategic investment in Finnish biomaterials deep tech company Nordic Bioproducts Group

Japan’s Oji Holdings makes strategic investment in Finnish biomaterials deep tech company Nordic Bioproducts Group

Nordic Bioproducts Group (NBG), a Finnish biomaterials company originating from Aalto University, has secured a strategic minority investment from Japan’s Oji Holdings Corporation, one of the world’s leading forest-based materials groups. The investment gives Oji a 20% stake in Nordic Bioproducts Group and establishes a long-term partnership focused on industrial collaboration, technology deployment, and global market development.

Nelamangala site becomes first ABB site to be awarded the AWS Standard certification (Gold category) by the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS)

Nelamangala site becomes first ABB site to be awarded the AWS Standard certification (Gold category) by the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS)

Bengaluru, a major city in southern India, is facing severe groundwater depletion driven by rapid urbanization and excessive extraction. Recognizing these challenges, ABB’s Nelamangala site, located northwest of Bengaluru, has taken proactive steps to restore groundwater levels in the local community while recycling treated water on site. Approximately 85 percent of treated water is recycled, enabling groundwater replenishment at a rate nearly 1.25 times faster than consumption. Through comprehensive rainwater harvesting initiatives, the site has reduced surface runoff and contributed to an increase of over 30 meters in local groundwater levels over the past three years. The factory received the AWS Standard certification (Gold) in December 2025, recognizing its investments in smart water management, local innovation, and strong engagement with communities and stakeholders across the value chain. The AWS certification confirms that the site meets a globally recognized benchmark for…

Elof Hansson appoints Lennart Eberleh as new CEO

Elof Hansson appoints Lennart Eberleh as new CEO

The Board of Elof Hansson Holding has appointed Lennart Eberleh as the new CEO of the international trading house Elof Hansson. Lennart Eberleh is currently the CEO of Rottneros and has many years of experience in the forest and paper industry.

Paperex 2025 concludes with strong global participation and sustainability focus

Paperex 2025 concludes with strong global participation and sustainability focus

Today marks the conclusion of Paperex 2025, the 17th edition of the international exhibition and conference, the world’s largest show dedicated to the pulp, paper, packaging and allied industries, held from 3–6 December at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi. Organised by Informa Markets in India in collaboration with Indian Agro & Recycled Paper Mills Association (IARPMA) and supported by World Paper Forum, the event once again stood out as a global hub for industry players, technology providers, buyers and policymakers.

Paper Corea starts up ANDRITZ shoe press with record line load for packaging paper in South Korea

Paper Corea starts up ANDRITZ shoe press with record line load for packaging paper in South Korea

Paper Corea Inc. has successfully started up a PrimePress X shoe press supplied by international technology group ANDRITZ at its paper mill in Gunsan, South Korea. This marks a significant milestone, as the press features the highest line load ever installed for paper production in South Korea - an achievement that enables stronger, more durable paper and boosts production efficiency through optimized dewatering and faster machine speeds.

AFT to Supply Stock Preparation in Asia-Pacific

AFT to Supply Stock Preparation in Asia-Pacific

AFT (Aikawa Fiber Technologies) has received an order from Asia-Pacific for a comprehensive stock preparation system rebuild, supporting the mill’s project to install a new fine paper production line. The investment aims to increase production flexibility, improve fiber processing efficiency, and enable consistent high-quality output in fine paper grades.