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Mondi steps onto the fashion runway, introducing Fashionverse

Mondi is taking centre runway in the world of fashion eCommerce with the launch of its new marketing campaign 'Mondi Fashionverse’. With sustainable eCommerce packaging that elevates the unboxing experience, Mondi helps fashion brands strengthen customer connections through paper-based solutions that ensure product protection and efficiency across the fulfilment chain.

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UPM Adhesive Materials receives RecyClass recognitions

UPM Adhesive Materials has received recognitions from RecyClass for its releasable general purpose RW85C adhesive. In addition to the previously acquired approvals, label materials with RW85C adhesive are now recognized to be releasable in the HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) container recycling and alkali/water releasable adhesive in the PET bottle recycling1. This means that the approved label materials can be recycled in HDPE natural and white and PET bottle recycling streams, further enhancing recyclability and supporting the circular economy.

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Voith introduces new CellPress roll cover for chemically demanding applications in pulp production

With CellPress, Voith brings a roll cover to the market that specifically counteracts early wear of roll covers caused by chemicals and high temperatures. The solution was developed for applications in pulp dewatering machines that operate under particularly demanding chemical and thermal conditions. End users report significantly reduced susceptibility to contamination, high wear resistance and longer service life with measurable effects on operating costs.

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Bellmer acquires Cellwood Machinery AB

Bellmer GmbH, international supplier of paper and board machinery, proudly announces the acquisition of Swedish-based Cellwood Machinery AB, an internationally renowned manufacturer of systems for wastepaper recycling and bioenergy pre-treatment.

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Holmen Board and Paper launches next generation lightweight kraftliner

Holmen Elevate is the “lightest kraftliner on the market”, available in 72, 82 and 92 gsm. The kraftliner is well suited for e-commerce, shelf-ready and food packaging applications where both sustainability and performance are essential.

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MIAC

Toscotec to attend MIAC 2025

Toscotec is pleased to confirm its participation in MIAC 2025, the premier international event for the paper industry. Scheduled for October 8-10 in Lucca, in the heart of the Tissue Valley, it attracts international visitors, suppliers, and clients operating in the Tissue, Paper and Board and Nonwovens production sector.

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Voith breaks ground on a multi-million-dollar expansion of West Monroe, Louisiana roll service center

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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Labelexpo

UPM Adhesive Materials showcases its solutions for label material performance at Labelexpo Europe 2025

UPM Adhesive Materials, formerly known as UPM Raflatac, has announced the launch of a range of specialist solutions that address key trends in Logistics and Durables. These, together with other innovations, will be presented on its stand (3D29) at the forthcoming Labelexpo Europe show, taking place in Barcelona from 16th to 19th September. This event marks UPM Adhesive Materials’ debut under its renewed brand identity, reflecting its commitment to adhesive material expertise, sustainability and helping customers renew the everyday with label material performance.

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Valmet and Helen sign long-term service agreement to support the operation of new wood-pellet-fired boiler at Salmisaari power plant

Valmet and Helen Oy have signed a comprehensive four-year service agreement to ensure long-term performance for the newly converted wood-pellet-fired K7 BFB-boiler in Helen’s Salmisaari power plant in Helsinki, Finland. The agreement was included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2025 and it is effective immediately. The value of the agreement will not be disclosed.

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Mondi’s paper-based CompressWrap sets new standards for Ekornes’ mattresses

Mondi is partnering with Ekornes, one of the Nordic region’s largest furniture producer, to introduce an innovative paper-based packaging solution for wrapping high-end mattresses, replacing the previous plastic solution.

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Voith successfully rebuilds Stora Enso's PM 6 into the largest XcelLine board machine in Europe

Voith has successfully completed the PM 6 rebuild project for Stora Enso in the northern-most university city in Europe, Oulu in northern Finland. The modernized plant will now achieve an impressive annual capacity of 750,000 tons of high-quality folding boxboard and coated kraft back (CKB), at a wire width of 9,000 mm.

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Nippon Paper Industries orders chemical recovery boiler from Andritz

Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. has selected international technology group Andritz to supply a new recovery boiler for its pulp mill in Ishinomaki, Japan. The scope of supply includes advanced automation and digitalization solutions for maximum use of the boiler’s potential. The value of the order will not be disclosed. It is included in Andritz’s order intake for the second quarter of 2025.

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