Adestor Plays Key Role in Production of Panini's Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Sticker Collection
The 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada is drawing to a close, but Adestor has already played a key role behind the scenes.
A Slow Drift, New Statistics Report Shows Why Europe’s Paper Industry Needs Attention Now
Cepi’s 2025 Key Statistics Report highlights a European paper industry that is increasingly exposed to a slow and sustained erosion of its industrial base at a time when its contribution to Europe’s circular economy, climate goals, and strategic autonomy remains critical.
Planmeca collaboration marks Woamy's expansion into healthcare technology and medical devices
Woamy is proud to announce a collaboration with Planmeca, one of the world's leading manufacturers of dental equipment and software; marking Woamy's entry into healthcare technology and medical device packaging. The result of this collaboration demonstrates how fibre-based packaging materials can deliver the protection and reliability required for high-precision medical devices.
Palm converts its paper mill in King’s Lynn (UK) to corrugated case material
Palm sets the course for the future of its paper production: due to the structural decline of the market for newsprint, the paper machine PM 7 at the King’s Lynn (UK) site will be converted to produce corrugated case material (CCM) in the first quarter of 2027.
New ETS proposals risk undermining investment in one of Europe’s most climate-friendly industries Brussels, 17
The European pulp and paper industry had already raised urgent concerns over the European Commission's recently adopted benchmarks for free allocation and installations’ exclusions, warning they could lead to a loss of approximately €1 billion annually in planned decarbonisation investments. The sector argues that conditionality for free allocation and the 95% biomass threshold should be removed from the ETS framework unveiled today, as infrastructure and decarbonisation technologies are not yet sufficiently available, and while the new EU ETS plans already give green investors cold feet.
Negative earnings in the second quarter, clear action to strengthen competitiveness
Södra posted negative earnings for the second quarter of 2026. The quarter was characterised by weak market conditions and depressed demand that persisted throughout the period, as well as an ongoing imbalance between the raw materials market and the markets for Södra’s products.
Adestor: an independent company shaping its own strategy
Adestor, previously named Lecta Self-Adhesives, takes another step forward in its evolution, strengthening its position as an independent company fully dedicated to the self-adhesive materials market.
Siemens Energy begins preparations for the launch of an independent brand
Following the spin-off from Siemens AG in 2020 and the company’s successful development, Siemens Energy is now beginning preparations for the transition to an independent brand. This move is based on the time-limited licence agreement governing the use of the brand.
IBS Group eliminates film press stability issues with innovative applicator beam technology
The IBS Paper Performance Group, a technology leader in paper machine optimization, has successfully completed a quality improvement project for a customer in Germany. Thanks to cutting-edge metering technology, the manufacturer of corrugated base paper was able to achieve significant improvements in the production process as well as a perfectly uniform CD profile in starch application. The modernization focused on the machine’s film press, which had previously struggled with significant stability issues.
Ahlstrom expands its global offering for Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) labeling with new release paper manufactured in Brazil
Ahlstrom announced this week the launch of MaxLiner™, a new high transparency and high-density release paper for pressure‑sensitive adhesive (PSA) labeling.
Hinojosa renforce sa présence en France avec la création de Hinojosa Folding Packaging France
Le groupe espagnol Hinojosa annonce la création de Hinojosa Folding Packaging France. Depuis le 1er juillet 2026, cette nouvelle structure regroupe les activités françaises de carton plat issues d’ASV Packaging sous une même identité. Cette évolution marque une nouvelle étape dans le développement d’Hinojosa sur le marché français, avec une offre renforcée pour ses clients des secteurs de l’agroalimentaire et des biens de grande consommation.
Fibre Excellence: the Commercial Court grants a final three-week extension to the project led by Matthieu Pigasse
No more than three weeks. On 7 July, the Toulouse Commercial Court postponed the examination of the takeover bid for the French market pulp producer Fibre Excellence submitted by Matthieu Pigasse until Monday 27 July, granting a final extension to the paper group, which is in administration. Both factories have been at a standstill since April.
Cristini S.p.A has been selected as one of the strategic suppliers for the start-up of PM3 at Shotton Mill (UK)
Cristini S.p.A. has been selected as one of the strategic suppliers for the start-up of PM3 at Shotton Mill (UK), one of the most advanced containerboard projects currently underway in Europe, and part of the Eren Group.
Mecabride : New installation project in France
For a new project in the paper industry, our team recently intervened in France. The objective was the installation and commissioning of several motor frames as well as a structure specially designed for maintenance and handling operations.
Geir DRANGSLAND takes over management of our site to support our ramp-up phase
After more than 30 years of service to the Norske Skog Group, Yves BAILLY steps down from his position as President of Norske Skog Golbey this July 2, 2026. This decision will allow Yves BAILLY to claim his retirement benefits.
Cartiere del Garda : A legacy of excellence guiding us into the future
“Made to be seen” reflects our conviction: every sheet of our paper deserves to be admired.
TOP 100 Award: Christian Wulff honours ProMinent
Recognition for impressive innovation: At the German SME Summit at the Heidelberg Congress Centre on 26 June, Christian Wulff, mentor of the competition and former Federal President, congratulated ProMinent GmbH on winning the TOP 100 Award 2026. Andreas Zühlcke, Vice President of Product Management & Marketing, accepted the award on behalf of the company. This is the fourth consecutive TOP 100 Award for the Heidelberg-based family-run business.
Valmet has completed the acquisition of Severn Group, accelerating the growth of the Process Performance Solutions segment
Valmet has today completed the acquisition of Severn Group (“Severn”), a well-established industrial valve company specializing in severe service flow control solutions. The acquisition was announced on December 22, 2025, and it covers all three Severn divisions: Severn Glocon, ValvTechnologies, and LB Bentley. Severn’s capabilities and customer relationships strengthen Valmet’s Process Performance Solutions segment, which already accounts for close to half of Valmet’s profitability. The acquisition further accelerates growth beyond the company’s traditional core biomaterials business.
Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives introduces SH6020-W PLUS, the first premium adhesive combining permanent and wash-off performance
Designed for the Wine & Spirits industry, this innovative solution offers two distinct benefits from a single, reliable adhesive platform: permanent adhesion throughout the product’s entire lifecycle and support for bottle reuse and glass recycling processes.
Metsä Group and Qutwo take the next step in advancing AI in the forest industry
Metsä Group and Qutwo, a Finnish AI and quantum technology company, are launching a collaboration aimed at deepening the use of artificial intelligence at Metsä and bringing next-generation AI into the core processes of the forest industry. Next-generation AI refers to solutions that can take into account a broader range of variables and simultaneously optimise complex systems.
AFVP holds its 2026 annual seminar in Divonne-les-Bains
The Association Française des Vendeurs de Pâtes (AFVP) gathered around 40 professionals from the French pulp supply sector on Thursday 26 June 2026 for its annual seminar, held once again at the Grand Hôtel in Divonne-les-Bains.
From policy to practice: 4evergreen enables harmonised PPWR implementation
As the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) moves into implementation, 4evergreen is supporting the sector in turning regulatory ambition into practical, science-based action for paper-based packaging.
The French Paper Mill Smurfit Westrock Cellulose du Pin hit by a fire
A fire broke out on the afternoon of 25 June at the Smurfit Westrock mill in Biganos, in the Arcachon basin, some 60 kilometres from Bordeaux (South-West of France). At the height of the operation, nearly 130 firefighters and 70 vehicles were dispatched to the scene, including a water-bombing helicopter and a Dash aircraft.
ATIP Technical Day in Épinal: Focus on upstream process technologies and a tour of Norske Skog Golbey’s PM1
For its second Technical Day of the year, held on June 24 in Épinal (Eastern France), the Technical Association of the Paper Industry (ATIP) chose to address a fundamental aspect of papermaking: pulp preparation technologies, specifically regarding the wet end and press section. The event highlighted the importance of these technologies in achieving high-quality finished products and underscored their significant impact on key areas such as energy efficiency, environmental performance, and competitiveness. Following a welcome update from Copacel on regulatory developments (specifically EUDR and PFAS regulations), suppliers’ companies presented their latest innovations and market outlooks: the Centre Technique du Papier (CTP), Sensorik, Röchling, BTG, ABB (L&W), Techpap, Valmet, and AFT. CTP provided an update on boosting productivity in paper and board recycling mills by controlling water circuit acidification. Sensorik outlined the importance of accurate moisture measurement…