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Stora Enso appoints Niclas Rosenlew Deputy CEO in addition to his role as CFO
Stora Enso has appointed Niclas Rosenlew, currently Chief Financial Officer, as Deputy CEO, effective today. Alongside his current responsibilities as a member of Stora Enso’s Group Leadership Team, Niclas will serve as deputy to President and CEO Hans Sohlström.
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Nomination Committee at Holmen
Holmen’s Annal General Meeting has decided that the Nomination Committee shall consist of the Chairman of the Board and one representative of each of the company’s three largest shareholders (in terms of voting rights) as of 31 August each year. If any shareholder declines to participate in the nomination committee or chooses to leave it, the right to appoint a representative shall pass to the next largest shareholder in terms of voting rights.
PPWR, Packaging Print, and Recyclability: a Reality Check
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is set to reshape packaging requirements, demanding minimisation of packaging, reuse, and recycling at scale. To date, many brands have focused their PPWR compliance efforts on meeting the basic requirements for the August 2026 deadline: minimising packaging, reducing hazardous substances, adding traceable batch or serial numbers, and creating declarations of conformity for each packaging type.
Natasha Jeremic, Head of Piezo Inks, Domino Printing Sciences, examines the commercial reality for packaging suppliers and the critical role converters play in enabling sustainability-focused collaboration.
PTS: „Mastering the PPWR for Paper and Board“
On August 3, 2026, the European Commission published a revised version of its FAQs on the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation), providing further clarity on how to determine the roles of producers and manufacturers — but completely reversing its previous position.
Change in Valmet’s Executive Leadership Team
Valmet has appointed Max Luedtke as Executive Vice President, Pulp, Energy and Circularity business area and a member of Valmet’s Executive Leadership Team. He will start in his position on September 1, 2026, and will be based in Tikkurila, Vantaa, Finland.
PPWR marks a new chapter for circular packaging in Europe
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is the first EU-wide packaging governance that strengthens circularity within Europe and promotes the use of renewable resources grown across Europe, making the EU more resilient to energy crises and external influences, while enhancing the EU’s competitiveness. It is also the first major attempt to make packaging more sustainable.
(By Horst Bittermann, Director General of Pro Carton.)
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.
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).
Södra appoints Cecila Karlsson as new CFO
Södra has appointed Cecilia Karlsson to the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Södra. She will take up the position on 1 December 2026. Cecilia has extensive experience in the finance area. She most recently held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Öresundskraft and has previously held similar roles at IKEA and Findus, as well as having many years of experience at McKinsey. She holds a Master of Science in Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology.
ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2026: Inspiring innovations and strong signals for the future of the industry
ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2026 once again reaffirmed its position as the central meeting place for the European paper and fiber industry. From June 16 to 18, approximately 2,500 trade visitors and more than 130 exhibitors and partner organizations gathered at the RheinMain CongressCenter (RMCC) in Wiesbaden to discuss current challenges, present innovations, and develop new perspectives for the industry. With high booth occupancy, strong international participation, and new sources of inspiration, the event signaled stability and sustainability.
Toscotec gathers global Tissue industry leaders in Lucca
The second edition of Tissue Planet – Future Insights™ brought together 300 international attendees representing over 40 companies from 25 countries to Lucca, transforming the city into the global hub for sustainability, digitalization, and the future of the Tissue sector.
InterPack
Interpack 2026 sends a global signal for the industry
Interpack 2026 sent a clear signal: the packaging industry is more closely connected, more innovative and more dialogue-oriented than ever before. This momentum was immediately visible in the exhibition halls. High visitor traffic, intensive discussions and a consistent international presence shaped the atmosphere. Everywhere, it was possible to experience the determination with which companies are working on solutions for the future. Ideas were discussed, tested and decisions were made. The entire value chain was presented in live.
