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Voith secures contract with GDT Vietnam for cutting-edge MasterJet 4Tec headbox installation
Voith announces a rebuild agreement with GDT Paper Joint Stock Company in Vietnam. Voith will integrate its state-of-the-art MasterJet 4Tec headbox technology into GDT's new paper production line, setting a new benchmark for paper quality and sustainability in the industry.
Closed recycling loop for Infinity press felts from Voith reduces specific carbon footprint by up to 31 percent
Voith is launching an innovative recycling concept for press felts in collaboration with its partner Aquafil, enabling papermakers to drastically reduce their specific product carbon footprint. The newly developed Infinity +Green press felts and a closed recycling loop reduce Scope 3 emissions by up to 31 percent.
Ten years of Voith’s XcelLine: The backbone of modern paper production celebrates a milestone
Ten years ago, Voith introduced the XcelLine and set new standards in paper production. Today, the machine is established all over the world—and has become the backbone of countless paper mills. It stands for everything that counts in a volatile market: reliability, flexibility, and innovation. Now, as the industry faces uncertainties, increasing cost pressures, and complex sustainability goals, the XcelLine emerges as a strong solution for future-proof paper production.
ASEAN Paper Bangkok 2025: Driving sustainability in Southeast Asia's paper industry
The Southeast Asian paper industry has converged in Bangkok for what promises to be a landmark event in sustainable manufacturing. ASEAN Paper Bangkok 2025, organized by Informa Markets Thailand, was officially inaugurated yesterday (June 11) and runs through June 13, 2025, at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), held alongside PROPAK ASIA.
Valmet announces a new strategy, ‘Lead the Way’, and publishes new 2030 financial targets
Valmet is holding its Capital Markets Day 2025 tomorrow June 5, 2025, presenting its new strategy and 2030 financial targets designed to deliver a step-up improvement in financial performance, growth, and ability to transform industries towards a regenerative tomorrow.
Valmet to deliver a Valmet IQ Quality Control System to Xinxiang Hongxiang Paper in China
Valmet has received an order for a Valmet IQ Quality Control System (QCS) from Xinxiang Hongxiang Paper in China. The investment includes an online moisture measurement after the press section, aiming at improving the operational efficiency of the PM 8, a high-speed board machine.
AFT to Supply a full stock preparation system for Papertech in Bangladesh
Aikawa Fiber Technologies (AFT) is proud to announce it has been selected to supply a complete stock preparation system for a new 250 TPD production line at Papertech’s mill in Bangladesh. The order includes a full scope from pulper to approach flow, featuring AFT’s energy-efficient pulping, refining, cleaning and screening technologies.
The 20th International Paper Expo – China awaits you in Guangzhou on June 5-7
The 20th International Pulp & Paper Industry Expo - China (abbreviated as Paper Expo China) will be held at the Poly World Trade Center in Pazhou District, Guangzhou, from June 5th to 7th, 2025. Since its inception in 2004, after 20 years of development and progress, the expo has emerged as one of the premier events in the paper industry, catering to 250,000 industry clients.
Paper Eurasia 2025: A landmark gathering for the paper industry in Istanbul
The Paper Eurasia exhibition and conference, currently taking place this week at the Istanbul Expo Center, has positioned itself as a pivotal event for the paper and cardboard industries across Eurasia and beyond. Drawing participants and exhibitors from more than 30 countries, the event has become a key platform for dialogue, business exchange, and strategic vision.
ANDRITZ successfully starts up the ninth shoe press for Lee & Man Paper, Malaysia
ANDRITZ has successfully started up another PrimePress X shoe press for Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Ltd. at its Best Eternity Recycle Technology mill in Banting, Malaysia. This installation marks the ninth shoe press delivered to Lee &
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Runtech delivers two RunEco Systems to Namgang Paper in Jinju
The deliveries to PM1 and PM3 consist of an EP Turbo Blower and an EcoDrop Water Separator. The turbo blowers replace existing liquid ring pumps that are reaching the end of their life. The new system will save water and electricity, simplify the vacuum system connections, and enable vacuum consumer control.
AFT appoints Sourav Das as General Manager for the Asian region
Aikawa Fiber Technologies (AFT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sourav Das as General Manager, Asian Region.
AFT to Supply Stock Preparation and Approach Flow System Rebuild to a Major Customer in Asia-Pacific
AFT has received an order for a comprehensive stock preparation and approach flow system rebuild from a major customer in Asia-Pacific. The project involves converting production to thermal paper grades.
ABB launches a generative AI solution to safeguard industrial expertise and empower workforces
ABB today announced the introduction of ABB Ability™ Industrial Knowledge Vault, a generative AI-driven solution designed to solve the growing challenge of knowledge loss in industrial environments. Industrial Knowledge Vault, using Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service, can store, retain and safeguard critical expertise while actively transforming that knowledge into step-by-step workflows. This enables workers to quickly access and apply best practices, empowering businesses to run leaner while preserving safe operations.
Valmet to supply two winders to Wuzhou Special Paper in China
Valmet is to supply two OptiWin Drum two-drum base winders to Wuzhou Special Paper’s paper machine PM 21 in China. This new order follows the customer’s previous winder order, announced in July 2024. The target of this latest investment is to have high-technology winders that can meet the paper machine’s high capacity and quality objectives.
Valmet DNAe awarded as the world’s first fully web-based DCS with ISASecure SSA cybersecurity compliance
Valmet has reached a significant milestone in industrial cybersecurity with its Valmet DNAe Distributed Control System (DCS): it is the world’s first fully web-based system to receive the ISASecure System Security Assurance (SSA) Security Level 1 certificate. The external assessment conducted by exida ensured that Valmet DNAe meets the strict security requirements and levels specified in the ISA/IEC 62443-3-3 standard. The Valmet DNAe reference architecture networks were precisely evaluated, configured, and tested according to network topology and component requirements.
Mondi debuts at LUXE PACK Shanghai 2025 with sustainable papers for luxury packaging
Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, premieres at LUXE PACK in Shanghai, showcasing its broad portfolio of sustainable paper for high-quality luxury packaging. At Stand D25, from 9 to 10 April 2025, Mondi, alongside its partner ROXCEL Trading, will showcase how paper packaging can support the sustainability efforts of branded goods manufacturers in the luxury segment.
Successful start-up of the largest ANDRITZ FibreFlow drum pulper in India
ANDRITZ has successfully started up a state-of-the-art recycled fiber line for N.R. Agarwal Industries Ltd. in its mill located in Vapi, India.
The StepChange Consulting B3NCH update shows that industry sees mixed financial performance across segments in 2024
StepChange Consulting has published the latest B3NCH FY-2024 financial report, providing insights into the performance of approximately 100 companies operating within the pulp, paper, packaging, and tissue sectors. The industry's overall performance has stabilized yet remains below 2023 levels, with persistent overcapacity across multiple segments. Despite limited profitability rebound, most companies sustained a positive EBITDA, with only a few reporting negative net profits.
Voith sets for itself scientifically sound climate targets
The Voith Group has set for itself scientifically based climate targets. Accordingly, the company is committed to reducing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of its own sites (Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions) by 50.4% by fiscal year 2031/32 compared to the baseline year 2021/22. In addition, Voith aims to reduce GHG emissions from the use of its products (Scope 3) by 30% over the same period.
Valmet to supply a high-capacity winder to Jingxing Holdings in Malaysia
Valmet is to supply an OptiWin Drum two-drum base winder to Jingxing Holdings’ board machine PM 3 in Malaysia. The target of the investment is to have high-capacity winding technology that meets the requirements of the board machine. The start-up of the winder is scheduled for 2026.
Voith expands sustainable portfolio: SolarPress Green sets new standards for bio-based roll covers
The sustainable roll cover family from Voith keeps growing: SolarPress Green, together with SolarFlow Green and AiroGuide Tune Green, expands the portfolio with another sustainable solution and sets new standards in the paper industry. With SolarPress Green, Voith offers another bio-based polyurethane press roll cover with a hardness range of 5 to 20 PJ – while providing the same mechanical performance as the proven SolarPress roll cover.