For producers of cement and building materials, efficiency, sustainability, and worker health and safety are key to operational success and brand reputation. Packaging plays a crucial role in all three areas. To assess performance, CEPI Eurokraft commissioned lab tests comparing paper and woven polypropylene (WPP) cement sacks – focusing on filling speed, product loss, dust emissions and carbon footprint.

Rottneros announced that it is reducing its workforce by 26 people. The jobs include employees from Rottneros Mill in Sunne (Sweden) and within Group functions.

Stora Enso has entered into an agreement to divest approximately 175,000 hectares of forest land, equivalent to 12.4% of its total forest land holdings in Sweden for an enterprise value of EUR 900 million, equivalent to SEK 9.8 billion.

The International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA) concluded its 27th Annual Conference earlier this month, bringing nearly 200 global industry leaders to Miami for three days of strategic insight, technical innovation, and collective action.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the April 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly report.

International technology group ANDRITZ has successfully started up a newly converted stock preparation system at Heinzelpaper Laakirchen, Austria. This significant upgrade represents a key transition for the PM11 paper machine, which will now produce high-quality packaging board from 100% recycled wastepaper.

How does the fully customizable QualiFlex press sleeve portfolio achieve higher dewatering performance and dry content after press? At the Voith Paper Technology Center, a team of multidisciplinary experts are hard at work identifying innovative opportunities for continuous improvement. Discover how cutting-edge MicroCT analysis, lab tests and test rigs, as well as real-world field trials, secure the best results for every type of paper mill – even under the most challenging of conditions.

Valmet will supply an extensive rebuild for Sylvamo’s paper machine PM 2 in Eastover, South Carolina, USA. The rebuild for the paper machine will include a new headbox, enhancements to various sections of the machine, and Industrial Internet solutions. The start-up is scheduled for the end of 2026.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the April 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly report. 

Employees at the Cedar Springs Containerboard mill in Georgia were told today that Georgia-Pacific plans to permanently close the operation later this year. Most positions will be eliminated by August 1, 2025. All jobs at the Cedar Springs mill will eventually be impacted. 

SUN Automation Group® proudly announces its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of innovation and industry leadership in corrugated manufacturing technology. Since its founding in 1985, SUN has been a driving force in the industry, dedicated to providing cutting-edge technologies and unmatched customer support to corrugated box manufacturers worldwide.

Kadant Black Clawson LLC, a subsidiary of Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI), successfully started up a new lightweight recycled containerboard line at Cascades’ Bear Island facility in Ashland, Virginia.

Metsä Group and Kemira have agreed to deepen their cooperation to develop the Kuura textile fiber. Kuura textile fibre is produced from softwood pulp.

Mondi and ZARELO have partnered to introduce a recyclable paper-based packaging solution for fire starters used in fireplaces and barbecues. Made from Mondi’s re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper 95/5, the new packaging provides strength and durability while protecting the fire starters from moisture during storage and transport.

Kadant Black Clawson LLC, a subsidiary of Kadant Inc., successfully started up a new lightweight recycled containerboard line at Cascades’ Bear Island facility in Ashland, Virginia.

Kapag and Sappi have teamed up to unveil “Changemaker,” an innovative paper-based packaging solution designed to replace plastic without compromising performance.

Packaging leader Smurfit Westrock has launched its 2024 Sustainability Report (SR). 

Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has expanded its re/cycle MailerBAG production capacity to serve the growing need for sustainable eCommerce packaging solutions. A newly installed production line at Mondi’s Krapkowice plant in Poland increases the output of MailerBAGs meeting the wide range of sizes and protection requirements demanded by eCommerce customers. This investment follows the previous expansion of the production line at Krapkowice, which was announced last year.

NPTA is proud to announce that Paul Biesiadecki, Vice President, Sales, Paper and Packaging at MATIV, has been selected as the 2025 Stanley O. Styles Industry Excellence Award recipient.

Stora Enso announced the appointment of Jutta Mikkola as new Senior Vice President and head of Investor Relations, effective immediately. She replaces Anna-Lena Åström, who is leaving the company to assume another role.

Graphic Packaging Holding Company, a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, today announced that Alessandro Maselli has joined its Board of Directors. Mr. Maselli is currently president and chief executive officer of Catalent Pharma Solutions and a member of its board.

The corrugated industry is heading to Savannah this October to explore what’s possible and build what’s next.

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