Piero Celli passed away at 89
The Italian entrepreneur was one of the protagonists, along with his brother and father, of the rise of A.Celli in the worldwide tissue, paper and nonwoven machinery industry.
Repacar brings together paper and cardboard recovery and recycling companies in Santiago
A sector meeting organized by Repacar, the association that represents the vast majority of paperboard recovery and recycling companies in Spain, has brought the sector together at the headquarters of the Confederation of Businessmen of Galicia (CEG) to highlight the strategic role of the sector in sustainability, employment and the circular economy. Galicia has a great representation for the activity of the association, since it has 17 treatment plants of its associated companies.
Papeteries de Vizille launch of the Iripack Pure range
Since January 1, 2025, Papeteries de Vizille has been manufacturing a new range of greaseproof food paper: Iripack Pure. This Pfas Free range is the result of R&D work within the company's innovation centre.
Nefab Group acquires Embalajes Echeberria to expand its offering of complete packaging solutions
Nefab Group, through Nefab S.A.U., Spain, has acquired Embalajes Echeberria Soluciones de Embalaje, a Basque-based company specializing in complete packaging solutions and heavy-duty corrugated products. This acquisition will further strengthen Nefab's global and local market position and reinforce its commitment to saving resources in supply chains.
Mondi’s Containerboard portfolio ready to meet the rising demand for sustainable, high-performance packaging
Mondi's ProVantage containerboard paper grades range, available in both brown and white, ensures that businesses can meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging without compromising on performance. From fully recycled to 100% fresh fibre, the containerboard papers provide a strong foundation for corrugated packaging and are also well-suited for applications like honeycomb structures and fibre drums.
James Cropper unveils Rydal Eco to mark new era of sustainable innovation
James Cropper, a global market leader in Paper & Packaging and Advanced Materials, has set new quality standards for recycled materials with the release of Rydal Eco, a revolutionary sustainable paper innovation.
La Rochette Cartonboard Announces a Strategic Plan for New Momentum
After 2024, marked by significant pressure on the packaging board market and rising costs, the French papermaker La Rochette Cartonboard announces "a significant strategic renewal" with a plan entitled "Towards New Heights," focused on responsiveness, reliability, and transparency. The objective of this “Savoyard” (in the Alps) producer of virgin fiber-based cardboard for the food, pharmaceutical, and premium sectors: to return to a sustained growth rate this year, to quickly reach revenues exceeding €115 million and increase productivity by 10% per year by 2027. In terms of production, a volume of 120,000 t is planned by the end of 2027, compared to 88,000 t in 2023 and 90,000 t in 2024.
Mondi helps reduce Evonik’s carbon footprint with new paper bags for chemical powders
Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has created a recyclable pre-made paper bag for chemical powders, working in partnership with chemical company Evonik. The lightweight bag has been developed to reduce the carbon footprint of packaging for fumed silica, which is used as a performance additive in various industrial and consumer applications.
Holmen : Showcasing Incada’s intangible and tangible benefits
The Incada family of Folding Box Board offers customers value that goes beyond the physical qualities of the paperboard itself. This essence of the product has been captured in a unique new sales toolkit which showcases Incada’s inspiring story.
Every tree tells a story — and this one represents ours.
With only 11 kg of CO₂ emissions per tonne of paper, we are proud to have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the paper industry.
Statement by Fujitaka Mizushima, Managing Director of Mitsubishi HiTec Paper Europe regarding the planned restructuring and rumors in the press
Since entering the German market in 1999, Mitsubishi Paper Mills Limited (hereinafter MPM) has supported the business of Mitsubishi HiTec Paper Europe GmbH (hereinafter MPE) in Germany through repeated investments, technical support and other measures to continue the business in Bielefeld. In recent years, the financial results were very poor due to intensifying international competition and soaring energy prices. Therefore, MPM have provided additional investment of more than 100 million euros to ensure business continuity.
A New Era for Europe's Bioeconomy: Coalition Advocates for Circular Solutions Ahead of COP30
As Europe gears up for COP30 in Belém, Brazil, a coalition of 20 EU trade associations organised last month in Brussels a significant preparatory discussion. Circular Choices is the largest coalition in Europe’s forest-based bioeconomy sector to date. Over the past two and a half years, it has successfully advocated for a more prominent role for the circular bioeconomy, which harbours one in five EU manufacturing companies, within the EU Institutions' agenda.
Pulp and Paper Industry Showcases Commitment to Phase out Fossil Energies, at European Parliament Event
The European pulp and paper manufacturing sector, the fourth largest industrial user of energy in Europe, has achieved a remarkable 46% reduction in CO2 emissions since 2005, successfully decoupling growth from potential climate impacts. However, the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) mandates further reductions, targeting a 62% decrease by 2030, with even steeper cuts required in the future. To meet these ambitious goals, the pulp and paper industry has for the past five years enlisted the expertise of professionals across renewable energy engineering, finance, and regulation, through its ‘Energy Efficiency Solutions Forum’ (EESF).
Antti Arjas - A trusted man in the industry and a role model for paper engineers passed away
Doctor of Technology, Professor Antti Arjas passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Espoo due to a rapidly progressing illness.
Wright & ASS : A big thank you to Laaf PM & Walzenservice GmbH!
Wright & ASS is proud of the long-standing collaboration with Laaf Walzen in Düren, a key partner for roll supply and maintenance for many years.
Sylvamo Announces CEO, CFO Transition Plan
Sylvamo, the world’s paper company, is announcing Jean-Michel Ribiéras, chairman and chief executive officer, will retire Dec. 31.
SCA to increase kraftliner prices by € 60 per tonne
SCA increases the prices on brown and white kraftliner in Europe by € 60 per tonne. The new price is valid from May 1, 2025.
ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2025: A double anniversary and a forward-looking congress
The ZELLCHEMING Association will celebrate two major milestones in 2025: 120 years since its founding and the 75th edition of the ZELLCHEMING-Expo. Together, these anniversaries mark 195 years of dedication to the pulp and paper industry — a legacy to be honored with a special edition of the Expo & Congress, held from July 1 to 3 at the RheinMain CongressCenter (RMCC) in Wiesbaden.
Voith is modernizing PM 3 at Smurfit Westrock Navarra to improve MG paper quality
Voith has received the order to modernize the PM 3 paper machine at Smurfit Westrock Navarra, S.A., in Sangüesa, Spain.
Södra seeks partners to develop new tannin-based sustainable alternatives to fossil products
From one tree grows a thousand possibilities. Södra is to add tannin to its range of forest-based products and seeks partners to develop new tannin-based sustainable alternatives to fossil products in a range of applications.
IP to divest five corrugated box plants in Europe to Palm Group
On April 14, International Paper (IP) announces exclusive negotiations to divest five European corrugated box plants to satisfy regulatory commitments from the acquisition of DS Smith. The company has entered into exclusive negotiations with Palm Group of Germany after receiving an irrevocable offer for the purchase of these plants. Three are situated in Normandy, France (namely, one box plant in Saint-Amand, one box plant in Mortagne, and one sheet plant in Cabourg) ; and two plants are located in Ovar, Portugal and in Bilbao, Spain. Upon completion of the required French works council consultation and/or employee information processes, the parties expect to enter into a definitive share purchase agreement. The closing is expected by the end of the second quarter of 2025.
We are happy to welcome 𝗭𝗶𝗰𝗼𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀 back to our Cristini team's!
After a brief stint within another PMC producer, we are happy to welcome 𝗭𝗶𝗰𝗼𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀 back to our team!
IBS Papertech : Efficiency significantly increased on the PM3 winder from Progroup Sandersdorf.
IBS Papertech, a member of the IBS Paper Performance Group, has achieved another milestone with its globally unique iSTOP+™ technology. The camera-based process for increasing the efficiency of winders has been successfully in operation since 2023 on PM3 at Progroup AG in Sandersdorf-Brehna (Germany), one of the world's most modern and efficient paper mills. The winder with double unwinding is under great production pressure. With the iSTOP+, a contactless and low-maintenance solution is now available to fully meet the challenges.
Sappi Celebrates Over 20 Years of Transjet Excellence at FESPA 2025
At FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 in Berlin, from May 6-9, Sappi Europe will showcase its market-leading transfer papers while celebrating the long-standing success of Transjet, the undisputed leading brand in the industry for over 20 years. At booth D70 in hall 1.2, Sappi will present its comprehensive expertise in thermal sublimation technology.