International technology group ANDRITZ has signed an agreement to acquire the Italian company A.Celli Paper.

The Paper and Packaging Board (P+PB) is seeking nominees to serve on its board of directors for a 3-year term that begins on January 1, 2026. Nominations are due May 16, 2025.

In 2025, ZELLCHEMING - the Association of Pulp and Paper Chemists and Engineers - looks back on 120 years of association history. At the same time the ZELLCHEMING-Expo celebrates its 75th anniversary. The two anniversaries have been combined - to celebrate 195 years in style!

Ecohelix announces that their heat seal coating solution, Woodmer Seal has achieved a perfect score in repulpability testing.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding President Donald Trump’s announcement of 25% tariffs on all products from Canada and Mexico and related retaliatory measures:

This challenging global tissue landscape is expected to continue in 2025 and will require attention from producers, according to Fastmarkets sources.

Valmet is to rebuild Grasim Industries Limited’s brown stock washing and evaporation plant, as well as deliver a new bleach plant at Harihar Kumarapatnam site in Karnataka, India.

Pixelle Specialty Solutions announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its paper mill in Stevens Point, Wisconsin to Ahlstrom.

Logitech International said that it has made significant progress in eliminating plastic clamshell packaging from its hallmark mice categories, with the transition to paper now nearly complete.

Sonoco Products Company today announced it has completed the sale of its Thermoformed and Flexibles Packaging business ("TFP") to TOPPAN Holdings Inc. for a purchase price of approximately $1.8 billion on a cash-free and debt-free basis and subject to customary adjustments.

Koehler Paper is showcasing the power of the circular economy through an innovative recycling journey that takes Loacker wafer packaging and gives it a second life—as premium packaging for luxury watches.

As part of its strategy to provide high-value, innovative, and environmentally responsible products, Lecta introduces Linerset FP, a groundbreaking high-performance barrier base paper designed for flexible packaging solutions.

Metsä Board, a subsidiary of Metsä Group, has unveiled an enhanced version of its flagship folding boxboard product, MetsäBoard Classic FBB. 

Hinojosa Packaging Group in collaboration with KHS Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturer of filling and packaging systems for the beverage and liquid food industries, launches the innovative “BottleClip Carrier” system.

International Paper, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, announced it exceeded its sustainability goal of conserving and restoring 1 million acres of ecologically significant forestland. This milestone achievement enhances biodiversity protection, strengthens carbon sequestration, and supports sustainable land management, reinforcing the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and climate resilience.

Duni Group has once again received an EcoVadis Gold rating, marking the company's sixth consecutive year of improvement in sustainability performance. With an increase of 2 points, from 77 to 79, the company remains among the top 3% of businesses in the paper- and paperboard industry worldwide.

At Mercer Stendal, innovation is driving cleaner pulp production. A new project co-combusting rich gas in the caustic (leaching) boiler has reduced emissions, improved energy efficiency, and strengthened operational stability—all without major infrastructure changes.

Toscotec announces the publication of its first Sustainability Report as the latest integration of its long-standing commitment to sustainability, which dates back to 2005 with the award of its first environmental certification. The issuance of a Sustainability Report in accordance with the GRI standards (Global Reporting Initiative) comes as a strong signal of continuity on the company’s journey of contributing to a more sustainable future for the paper industry.

Kurita America, part of the Kurita Group, a leading global provider of industrial water treatment and process technologies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Todd Emslander as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective April 1, 2025. This announcement aligns with the planned retirement of his predecessor, Greg Becker, a 40-year veteran of the water treatment industry who has guided the company through significant change and growth.

Sylvamo is announcing senior leadership changes.

Bruks Siwertell Group announces a leadership transition as Peter Jonsson steps down as CEO after eight successful years at the helm. During his tenure, Jonsson has played a pivotal role in shaping Bruks Siwertell Group into a strong, innovative company with a customer-focused approach to dry bulk material handling and wood-processing solutions.

Sappi North America announces its President and CEO Michael “Mike” Haws has been recognized as a Mainebiz 2025 Business Leader of the Year in the CEO of the Year category. The Mainebiz Business Leaders of the Year awards recognize executives across Maine’s industries who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation and commitment to economic growth in the state.

The CHT Group announces the appointment of Dr. Lorenza Sartorelli as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With this appointment, Dr. Lorenza Sartorelli completes the management board consisting of Dr. Christian Rink (CFO) and Eva Baumann (CEO).

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