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Minhan Paper places repeat order with Andritz for a new OCC line in Vietnam
Minhan Paper Joint Stock Company has placed an order with Andritz to supply a complete old corrugated containers (OCC) recycling line for its mill in Hung Yen province, Vietnam. This marks the company’s second OCC line from Andritz and supports Minhan Paper’s ongoing expansion in packaging paper production. Start-up is scheduled for the first half of 2027. The value of the order will not be disclosed. It is included in Andritz’s order intake for the second quarter of 2026.
Valmet delivers board making line and lifecycle support to Sun Paper in China
Sun Paper has selected Valmet to deliver a full board making line with automation and lifecycle support for their mill in Nanning, China. The customer’s target for the investment is to increase containerboard capacity and ensure reliable, energy- and resource-efficient operation of the board making line. The start-up is scheduled for fall of 2027. The order is included in Valmet's orders received for the second quarter of 2026. The value of the order will not be disclosed.
Next-generation rotating retractors clean hard-to-reach areas in processing lines
In spray-drying applications, including powder production, within hygienic processing industries, incomplete cleaning of hard-to-reach surfaces can lead to contamination risks, product loss, and costly downtime. To address these challenges, Alfa Laval announces the launch of the Controlled Rotating Retractors, designed to effectively remove residues and contaminants from ducts, pipes, tanks, and enclosed areas.
Voith expands proven film press portfolio with eVenFilm Pro
Voith introduces eVenFilm Pro, a high-performance rubber film press roll cover. Engineered to meet growing demand from papermakers and board producers for extend-ed runtimes and lifespans even in the most extreme conditions, eVen-Film Pro is a high-end addition to Voith’s eVenFilm portfolio.
Toscotec boosts spare parts supply and assistance for Recard machinery
As a result of last year’s acquisition, Toscotec remains the sole, exclusive, and legal owner of all rights related to the “Recard” brand, including but not limited to know-how, technical documentation, patents, trademarks, designs, and any other intangible assets associated with the former Recard technology.
Voith launches PluraMaze to reduce energy consumption in refining with proven customer benefits
Voith introduces PluraMaze, a new generation of refiner fillings designed to significantly improve energy efficiency and lifetime in refining. The new solution addresses key challenges faced by paper manufacturers worldwide, including rising energy costs, increasing pressure on efficiency and changing raw material qualities.
Voith Paper announces leadership transition effective October 1
Andreas Endters has informed the shareholders and Group management of his decision to leave Voith at the end of the current fiscal year. This request has been accepted. Effective October 1, 2026, Tero Kokko will join the Corporate Board of Management of Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA and, as President & CEO of Voith Paper, will assume responsibility for the Group Division.
Delfort expands transformer insulation portfolio with Bellmer key technology
Delfort, a global manufacturer of specialty papers, has announced a major investment in new pressboard production capacity for electrical insulation applications. The new machine will be installed at the company’s Tervakoski site in Finland and is scheduled to start operations in 2027. With more than 100 years of experience, delfort is a trusted partner to transformer manufacturers worldwide. The investment responds to the growing global demand for electrical insulation materials, driven by grid expansion and the replacement of aging infrastructure.
Toscotec to start up PM3 at Papeterie Le Bourray after implementing drying section rebuild
Toscotec started up the PM3 after the complete rebuild of the drying section at the Papeterie Le Bourray mill. This repeat order follows the successful PM4 rebuild in 2020 – where a state-of-the-art forming section helped the mill achieve its target. This pivotal project supports the mill in achieving energy consumption reduction, marking a tangible commitment to a greener future. This aligns with the company’s sustainability objectives, by fostering a local circular economy and transforming recycled wastepaper into regenerative resources through a greener manufacturing process.
Voith and APP start up China’s first high-speed MG specialty paper machine for low basis weight grades
Voith successfully started up PM 6, China’s first high-speed MG specialty paper machine for low basis weight grades, at APP’s Jindong Dagang mill in Zhenjiang. Completed two months ahead of schedule, the project marks a milestone for China’s specialty paper industry and strengthens APP’s global production capabilities for premium functional paper grades.
Voith introduces EcoCal HiBulk
Voith has launched EcoCal HiBulk, a new calendering solution designed to help board producers reduce fiber consumption while maintaining surface quality and mechanical strength. The technology has been successfully tested under production conditions at a leading European papermaker and marks an important step forward in bulk-saving calendering.
Valmet’s new stationary lime cooler improves lime kiln energy efficiency at Heinzel Pöls pulp mill in Austria
Valmet will deliver a new stationary lime cooler for Heinzel Pöls pulp mill in Austria. The new cooler significantly improves the lime kiln’s energy efficiency compared to the existing rotary cooler, reduces maintenance needs, and enables the capacity increase of the existing lime kiln.
