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UPM to open its first label material factory in India to accelerate growth in the region
UPM Adhesive Materials plans to open its first factory in India in early 2028. Located in the state of Gujarat, the factory will feature an acrylic-based coating line for self-adhesive label materials. The investment continues UPM’s expansion in India, following the company’s March 2026 announcement of a new label material slitting and distribution terminal near New Delhi.
Holmen launches new Incada Duo
For more than 25 years, the Incada paperboard family has been trusted by brands and converters alike. It has now been expanded with a laminated folding box board in higher calipers, Incada Duo.
The high-quality Incada paperboard family, designed for versatile and demanding packaging applications, entered the market in October 2001. Made at Holmen's mill in Workington, UK, from fresh fibres of known and traceable origin, Incada is stiff and lightweight, with a high yield, helping reduce both fibre consumption and transportation weight compared to alternatives.
Billerud launches a new generation of Billerud Flute®
Billerud is launching NEW Billerud Flute® – an improved version with even higher compression strength, opening up new possibilities for smarter corrugated packaging designs. Compression strength is critical to the performance of corrugated packaging. With the additional strength of NEW Billerud Flute, converters can optimize board structures, reduce material use and lower packaging weight while maintaining the required packaging performance.
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Sappi Europe announces price increases for wet glue label papers
Sappi Europe announces a price increase of €37 per tonne for Wet Glue Label grade, Parade Label Pro and €97 per tonne for Wet Strength Label grade Parade Label WS. These increases will apply to new orders and deliveries as from 1st November 2026. While ongoing efficiency initiatives and cost-control measures enabled Sappi to absorb and offset a portion of the rising costs the adjustment is essential to ensure sustainable supply.
Sappi launches Parade Face Edge for oil- and grease-resistant self-adhesive labels
Sappi Europe has launched Parade Face Edge, a one-side coated semi-gloss paper for self-adhesive labels used on products that can come into contact with oils and grease. The new 80 g/m2 face stock combines a grease-resistant fibre base with advanced coating technology. This construction provides resistance to grease on the surface of the label and helps prevent oil from penetrating through its cut edge.
Sappi Europe announces price increase for coated mechanical reels
Sappi Europe announced a general price increase of 20 Euros per tonne, or local currency equivalent across its Coated Mechanical portfolio, effective for all deliveries from October 2026. This adjustment is driven by a continued escalation in key input costs and the need to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of their operations.
Sun Automation Group® at Corrugated Week 2026
Sun Automation Group®, providing innovative solutions and machinery for the corrugated industry, announces its participation in Corrugated Week 2026, September 28–30 in Fort Worth, Texas. At Booth 101, Sun Automation will highlight more of the line and more of the support behind it, with solutions spanning rotary die cutting, flexo folder gluing, short-run boxmaking, and automated material handling. Attendees can also learn about upgrades, parts, service, and connected machine intelligence designed to support equipment performance, reliability, and long-term value.
James Cropper opens Paper Portal to a world of creative possibility
British papermaker James Cropper has launched the Paper Portal, a new paper sampling and specification experience housed within a distinctive presentation case that showcases the breadth of its paper portfolio, colour expertise, specialist manufacturing capabilities and creative partnerships.
Sappi Europe Announces Price Increases of 5-7% for Woodfree Coated Sheets
Sappi Europe announces a price increase of 5-7% across its full range of Woodfree Coated (WFC) papers sold in European Markets. The increase will apply to all new orders and deliveries from 12 October 2026. The adjustment is necessary to address the continued escalation of costs across the supply chain. These cost increases have placed significant pressure on the economics of paper production and require a corresponding market response to ensure sustainable operations.
Drewsen Spezialpapiere increases prices effective October 1, 2026
In response to the continued rise in raw material, auxiliary material and energy costs, Drewsen Spezialpapiere will increase prices across all product segments by 8 percent. The adjustment will apply to all deliveries from October 1, 2026. Customers will be informed directly by the sales team.
RDM Group announces the sale of its Arnsberg business to MM Board & Paper
Reno De Medici S.p.A. (“RDM” or the “RDM Group”), a European producer of recycled cartonboard and fibre-based packaging solutions, announces the signing of an agreement with MM Board & Paper for the sale of its Arnsberg business in Germany through an asset sale transaction. The Arnsberg mill is a long-established producer of recycled cartonboard serving customers across Europe.
Mondi partners with Fixit Gruppe to deliver standardised paper bag portfolio
Mondi has collaborated with Fixit Gruppe to create a unified European-wide paper bag portfolio for more than 100 building material products. The project marks a further step in the long-standing partnership between the two companies, supporting a more harmonised packaging approach across Europe while maintaining consistent packaging quality and reliable performance across a broad product range. The streamlined portfolio optimises material usage, improves design to support recycling and aligns with Fixit Gruppe’s sustainability strategy by helping to lower greenhouse gas emissions by 135 tonnes of CO2 compared to the previous year.
