Thursday, September 25, 2025
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Bellmer GmbH, a leading international supplier of paper and board machinery, proudly an-nounces the acquisition of Swedish-based Cellwood Machinery AB, an internationally re-nowned manufacturer of systems for wastepaper recycling and bioenergy pre-treatment.
Due to the weakened market conditions in Europe, which has resulted in a negative profit trend, Billerud has decided to launch a cost saving program targeting annualized savings of SEK 800 million. The planned cost saving program is expected to have a noticeable positive impact from the first quarter of 2026, and to reach full effect at the end of 2026.
Kemira expands its offering into industrial water treatment services and has signed a purchase agreement to acquire Water Engineering, Inc., a company specialized in water treatment services with headquarters in Nebraska, USA, from Nolan Capital, Inc.
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The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the August 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly report on September 17.
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The North American containerboard industry is slowly recovering from a post-COVID inventory contraction and demand is expected to bounce back at a “modest” 0.53% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through 2027, according to Rabobank’s Q3 2025 report.
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The maintenance shutdown of the UPM Kaukas pulp mill, which began in August, will be extended for two weeks until October 11, 2025. In addition, the UPM Pietarsaari pulp mill will be temporarily shut down for approximately two weeks in November.
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Mondi has successfully commissioned the new PM 10 paper machine at its Steti site. This marks an important milestone in the company’s sustainability strategy. The state-of-the-art machine strengthens Mondi’s position as a leading provider of paper-based packaging solutions.
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DS Smith, an International Paper company and a leading international provider of fiber-based and sustainable packaging solutions, has implemented the BOBST Connect digital platform to enhance operations by bringing data and digital services together into one fully connected platform. These services are currently being utilized across DS Smith facilities in the EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa) region.
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On Sept. 10, 2025, Voith broke ground on a multi-million-dollar project that will expand and modernize its roll service center in West Monroe, Louisiana – adding more than 20 new jobs and supporting the local economy.
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Fiberdom, a pioneer in wood fiber material innovation, is entering a strategic partnership with Kiefel, a global leader in packaging machinery and molding technology, to accelerate the development and commercialization of fiber-based, fully recyclable, and home compostable packaging.
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Graphic Packaging International (“Graphic Packaging”), a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, will unveil two first-to-market innovations at drinktec 2025 (September 15-19, Messe München, Munich, Germany), offering beverage brands and producers new ways to drive premium shelf presence, eliminate shrink film, and maximise operational efficiency.
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New WFP Li-Ion charging buildings from DENIOS US provide safe and legally compliant charging and storage of lithium-ion batteries. These walk-in buildings are fire rated for 2-hours at 2192°F (1000°C), minimizing the risk of fire spreading within the workplace.
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SeamanPaper, a global leader in sustainable paper-based packaging, today announced the launch of its new line of heat-sealable, curbside recyclable paper packaging solutions. Designed to directly replace single-use plastic bags, these FSC™-certified (FSC™ C102652) alternatives combine sustainability, durability, and efficiency – without requiring brands to overhaul existing equipment.
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Mondi, a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging, has expanded its six-colour digital printing range for corrugated packaging to include white ink. This innovation reflects the growing trend of white digital printing on brown packaging. It enables vivid, high-contrast designs that enhance brand recognition and support sustainable, resource-efficient solutions, harnessing the flexibility of this innovative technology.
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Swedish paper manufacturer Holmen Board and Paper has introduced a new lightweight kraftliner produced at the company's Braviken mill in Sweden.
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Lucart has received the “Platinum” rating for the fourth year in a row from EcoVadis, the world’s leading independent agency for corporate sustainability assessments. With an overall score of 89/100—an increase of 4 points compared to 2024—the Group ranks in the 99th percentile of more than 150,000 companies analyzed across over 250 sectors and 185 countries.
CO280 Solutions Inc. (CO280), a leading developer of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) projects, in collaboration with a pulp and paper partner, has awarded Preliminary Front-End Engineering and Design (Pre-FEED) contracts to technology and engineering suppliers for a groundbreaking carbon removal project in Canada.
As part of its firm commitment to sustainability, Lecta actively promotes investments and projects to bolster the transition to decarbonization and help mitigate the global warming of our planet.
The Saica Flex plant in Wigan has become the first flexible packaging site in the UK to be awarded the Saica Zero to Landfill Certificate, achieving an impressive 99.82% waste diversion rate in the audit.
Donato Giorgio, President Global Supply Chain and member of the Executive Management Team, will leave Essity.
Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. and Monadnock Non-Wovens announce with great sadness the passing of its beloved Chairman and CEO, Richard G. Verney, on September 10, 2025. Verney, 79, devoted more than five decades to the company, shaping it into a leader in specialty and sustainable papermaking while remaining deeply committed to his employees, community, and the environment.
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