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.
Saudi Signage & Labelling Expo, the Middle East’s leading event for the digital, print, graphic and imaging sectors, returns to Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre (RICEC) from 20 – 22 May 2025. Organized by dmg events, the expo remains the Kingdom’s largest platform for industry professionals to connect, source new solutions and drive business growth in the signage and labelling sectors. Co-located with the newly launched Saudi Paper & Packaging Expo, the events bring together over 14,000 industry professionals to explore the latest products, technologies and services shaping the signage, labelling, print and packaging industries.Co-located with the newly launched Saudi Paper & Packaging Expo, the events bring together over 14,000 industry professionals to explore the latest products, technologies and services shaping the signage, labelling, print and packaging industries.
Prepare to be amazed! Discover yet another facet of BIR World Recycling Conventions!
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
The Paper & Tissue Show 2025 has concluded on a high note, reinforcing its position as a premier global event for the paper, tissue, hygiene, and packaging sectors. Over three dynamic days, the exhibition attracted thousands of professionals from 85 countries, fostering valuable business connections, showcasing cutting-edge products, and facilitating insightful discussions on industry advancements.
The paper manufacturing and packaging industries in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are experiencing significant growth, fuelled by the rising demand for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. To address the industry’s needs and capitalize on growth opportunities, dmg events launches Saudi Paper & Packaging Expo, building on the success of the first edition of Saudi Signage & Labelling Expo, running from 20 – 22 May 2025 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre (RICEC).
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.
The highly anticipated Paper & Tissue Show 2025 has officially commenced at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), uniting industry leaders and experts from over 120 countries. The event, running from January 21 to 23, promises to deliver groundbreaking insights, networking opportunities, and innovations that will shape the future of the paper, tissue, hygiene, and packaging industries.
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.
We are thrilled to share that Essel Kağıt is the Main Sponsor, Gravion is the Welcome Reception Sponsor, and Archroma is the Conference Sponsor of the Paper & Tissue Expo Istanbul 2025! We want to extend our deepest gratitude for their support and sponsorship!
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.
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.
Caesar Pac, a leading international company based in Kuwait, recently received critical emergency assistance from Voith within 24 hours. This collaboration shows the strength of the Voith sales and service teams and its commitment to support customers in times of urgent need.
Representatives from the paper industry gathered today to discuss the globalisation of paper and stationery brands at the Hub Forum at Paperworld Middle East
Held in Finland, the Nordic Paper Days 2024, organized by the machinery manufacturer Bellmer, gathered industry professionals to explore the latest in sustainable practices for paper, pulp, and board production. About 130 clients and partners from across Europe, North America, Brazil, and Asia joined discussions spanning from the bioeconomy’s growth to advancements in energy efficiency and machine optimization.
A forward-looking, dynamic and thriving vision of a global recycling industry supported by generative artificial intelligence (AI) was set out at the Bureau of International Recycling’s World Recycling Convention in Singapore. On 28 October, at the event’s Opening Session chaired by BIR President Susie Burrage OBE, the huge potential to recyclers of ground-breaking uses of AI was the theme of the keynote address from Dr Ayesha Khanna, Co-Founder and CEO of Addo, a global AI solutions firm based in Singapore, on 28 October.
A first ever new business group for paper and tissue industry in the UAE – DuPAT - under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) was officially launched today to promote `Made in UAE’ products locally and globally.
Paper Middle East Expo takes place on September 8-10 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center in Cairo.
ME’s oldest & premium expo from Sept. 3-5 at DWTC
International Paper reaffirms its dedication to conserving forest ecosystems, nature and biodiversity with a $15.3 million investment to renew strategic alliances with key conservation partners, including the American Forest Foundation (AFF), National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and World Wildlife Fund (WWF). These collaborations are pivotal to IP's business strategy and Vision 2030 goal to conserve and restore 1 million acres of ecologically significant forestland.
