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Increased availability of Scandia 2000 in the Nordics
Lessebo Paper is entering into a collaboration with Kalmar Kuvert that enables customers in Sweden, Norway and Denmark to order the uncoated premium paper Scandia 2000 in smaller volumes. From 15 January 2026, the paper will be available via Kalmar Kuvert in pack orders and quantities up to a full pallet, complementing Lessebo Paper’s direct sales of larger volumes and project-based orders.
New magazine paper redefines printing
Holmen Aspect is an exceptionally white, wood-containing paper designed to set new standards in magazine printing. Developed for the demands of a transforming market, it ensures sharp visual reproduction and an appealing page thickness even with a low gsm weight.
Lessebo Paper launches Lessebo Covers for book covers where precision meets character
Lessebo Paper introduces Lessebo Covers, a premium uncoated paper developed specifically for book covers where material choice plays a decisive role in both expression and performance. Created to balance technical precision with tactile character, Lessebo Covers is designed to support book designs that need to feel as considered as they look.
Mondi, with Voith as a key partner, brings recycled containerboard machine online
Full-line supplier Voith has supported Mondi to start up its state-of-the-art recycled containerboard paper machine in Duino, Italy, on schedule. Once fully ramped up, the machine will produce 420,000 tons of high-quality recycled containerboard annually. The mill’s product portfolio includes waste-based fluting, starting with 80 gsm, testliner from 90 gsm upwards, and paper reels from 0.95 m to 3.35 m on Mondi’s widest recycled paper machine.
Gmund Paper wins German Sustainability Award 2026
On the 5th of December 2025, Gmund Paper received the German Sustainability Award 2026 in the paper, cardboard, paperboard category. The independent expert jury awards the prize to companies that have made a particularly impressive contribution to transformation in their respective industries, based on transparent jury rules, intensive research, publicly available information and the expertise of the jury.
Billerud invests in the next level of fluting performance at Gruvön
Billerud is strengthening its position in the premium Containerboard segment through a targeted investment at its Gruvön mill. A new headbox installation on the paper machine will elevate the company’s flagship product, Billerud Flute®, to new levels of strength, quality consistency, and performance.
Feldmuehle draws a line after more than 120 years
“In recent years, our company has made high-quality, capital-intensive investments in sustainability and energy efficiency. We have optimised and modernised processes, committed ourselves to training the next generation, developed new products and reduced our costs – all in a highly competitive environment.”
(A statement by Feldmuehle GmbH, Uetersen, Germany.)
Sappi and UPM propose new Joint Venture company for graphic paper business
Sappi Limited (“Sappi”) and UPM-Kymmene Corporation (“UPM”) have announced the signing of a non-binding letter of intent to form a non-listed, independent 50/50 Joint Venture for graphic paper. This Joint Venture will bring together Sappi’s European Graphic Paper business with UPM’s Communication Papers business in Europe, the UK and the US. The transaction will be subject to the fulfilment of a number of regulatory and other conditions, including shareholder approval.
UPM Adhesive Materials and GeBE reach high-performance milestone
A recent long-term test conducted by GeBE Elektronik und Feinwerktechnik GmbH, a provider of thermal printing systems, using UPM Raflatac OptiCut™ RL54 linerless label material has reached an impressive milestone: two million cuts without the need for blade cleaning. This achievement highlights the exceptional processing properties of the OptiCut adhesive, which was specifically engineered to minimize residue and ensure smooth operation in high-speed linerless cutter systems.
Mondi customers experience high-performance kraft paper firsthand at new paper machine in Štětí mill
Mondi welcomed international customers and partners to celebrate the inauguration of its state-of-the-art paper machine at its Štetí mill in the Czech Republic. The new machine was successfully started up in December 2024 and meets the growing customer demand for paper-based flexible packaging, driven by eCommerce and an increasing focus on sustainability.
Mondi launches extended corrugated and solid board portfolio for the food packaging industry
Mondi is strengthening its position as a trusted partner for the food industry with the launch of an extended food packaging portfolio. The portfolio now includes solid board solutions and digital printing capabilities following the acquisition of Schumacher Packaging, enhancing Mondi’s ability to serve customers across Europe.
UPM Communication Papers launches climate action roadmap
UPM Communication Papers is launching a new climate action roadmap, marking a significant milestone in accelerating its climate actions. The initiative reinforces its long-standing commitment to sustainability and further supports its customers in achieving their climate targets. The roadmap builds on UPM Communication Papers’ existing climate goals and commitments setting out concrete actions to further reduce carbon emissions across the paper value chain.
