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MM Board & Paper expands renewable portfolio
MM Board & Paper has expanded its portfolio of machine-finished kraft papers with the launch of MM Polar® Plus. The new innovation delivers on customer demands for high-performance, renewable options for single-use bags, fast food packaging, food contact materials, and more.
Sappi positioned for stronger fourth quarter
Sappi has announced its results for the third quarter ended June 2026, reporting Adjusted EBITDA of US$53 million, in line with the improved outlook provided to shareholders in July 2026. While global market conditions remained challenging, the quarter reflected encouraging progress in key strategic initiatives, particularly the continued ramp-up of the Somerset Mill PM2 paperboard machine in North America, ongoing cost reduction actions across the group and disciplined capital allocation.
BW Converting expands W+D 449 e-commerce system with new five-inch gusset capability
BW Converting announces expanded capabilities for its W+D 449 E-Commerce Paper Mailer Machine, including a new optional five-inch gusset designed to give manufacturers greater flexibility in producing paper mailing bags for a broader range of e-commerce applications.
SCA to increase Kraftliner prices by €100 per tonne
SCA will increase prices for all Kraftliner grades in Europe by €100 per tonne. The new prices will apply from September 1, 2026.
Mondi unveils award-winning packaging concept
Mondi has developed an award-winning packaging concept that combines a corrugated outer box with a recyclable, laser-marked flexible packaging. Designed for eCommerce and bag-in-box applications, the concept can be applied across a range of flexible packaging formats and demonstrates how innovative packaging design can support circularity and improve supply chain efficiency. The concept uses laser marking technology to apply artwork directly onto the flexible packaging during converting, eliminating the need for conventional decorative printing and associated printing plates. This enables personalisation, fast artwork updates and greater design flexibility, allowing customers to respond more quickly to market trends and changing consumer preferences.
Hyogo Pulp Industries places repeat order with Andritz for pulp washing and refining
Hyogo Pulp Industries, Ltd. has awarded international technology group Andritz an order to supply a second DD-Washer drum displacer washer and a blowline refiner to its Tanigawa mill in Japan. The order will support the mill’s plans to expand production capacity while advancing its sustainability goals. Start-up is scheduled for May 2028. The value of the order will not be disclosed. It is included in Andritz’s order intake for the first quarter of 2026.
Cartiere del Garda Signs Long-Term Biomethane Supply Agreement
Cartiere del Garda has signed a long-term agreement for the supply of biomethane to power the production processes at its Riva del Garda mill, marking another significant step in the company's decarbonization strategy and reaffirming its commitment to increasingly sustainable manufacturing.
Toscotec to complete cogeneration plant upgrade at Cartiera del Vignaletto
Toscotec completed an energy-saving project at Cartiera del Vignaletto at its facility in Zevio, near Verona. The project features the complete upgrade of the cogeneration plant and air systems of the mill’s PM4 and PM5. The initial aim of the rebuild was to increase the energy efficiency of the mill’s operation by installing innovative equipment.
Voith and Palm jointly implement conversion project in King's Lynn
The Palm Group plans to convert the PM 7 paper machine at its King’s Lynn, UK, facility to produce corrugated base paper from recycled fiber. With this investment, Palm is aligning the facility with the changing demands of the European paper market.
Valmet to deliver wood handling line to The Price Companies to secure reliable, high-quality wood chip supply
Valmet will deliver a new wood handling line to The Price Companies in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, USA. The investment will increase chipping capacity and support an efficient wood chip supply for pulp and paperboard operations. The order is included in Valmet’s orders received for the second quarter of 2026. The value of the order will not be disclosed. The new line is expected to start up in November 2028.
Andreas Birmoser appointed President of Pro Carton
Pro Carton, the European Association of Carton and Cartonboard manufacturers, has appointed Andreas Birmoser, Executive Vice President, Cartonboard at Stora Enso, as its new President. Birmoser succeeds Michele Bianchi, CEO of RDM Group, who has served as President for the past four years. During this time, Pro Carton navigated a period of significant change, including the integration of another cartonboard association and evolving into a 360° industry body. This came as policymakers and businesses prepared for the EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
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. During its webinar “4evergreen and PPWR Technical Clarifications” on June 9th, which gathered nearly 300 participants, the alliance addressed one of the key challenges facing the paper-based packaging industry: how to apply recyclability requirements consistently across the value chain.
