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Smithers forecasts 2.1% growth rate for specialty papers market
A total of 28.1 million tonnes of specialty papers will be consumed in 2025, according to Smithers. Competing factors will push overall consumption to 31.3 million tonnes in 2030, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.1% for the next 5 years. The latest market report from Smithers – The Future of Specialty Papers to 2030 – tracks consumption and technology trends across 45 separate specialty paper grades worldwide, by region and by country.
Innovation spurs growth in $9.2 billion sustainable pack coatings market, Smithers data show
In 2025, a total of 3.7 million tonnes of barrier coatings valued at $9.2 billion will be consumed worldwide, according to the latest expert research from Smithers, the global authority on the packaging industry. Its new market report – The Future of Sustainable Barrier Coatings to 2030 – analyses historic, current and future demand for coatings that combine effective barrier properties with superior recyclability, biodegradability, or bio-based feedstocks.
The Navigator Company strengthens global connections at Paperworld Dubai 2025
The Navigator Company, supplier of uncoated woodfree papers and flexible packaging to Middle East and Africa Markets, will participate in Paperworld Dubai 2025, one of the world’s top international trade fairs for paper, stationery, and office supplies. The event attracts visitors from more than 100 countries and serves as a key meeting point for the global paper industry.
Debut CIDPEX Middle East empowers Chinese brands in high-growth MENA region
The inaugural CIDPEX Middle East exhibition, organized by China National Pulp and Paper Research Institute Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "CNPPRI"), successfully concluded alongside the Paper Arabia exhibition, hosted by Al Fajer Information & Services LLC, at the Dubai World Trade Center. The three-day event attracted over 5,000 professional visitors from over 70 countries and regions around the world, demonstrating the strong appeal of Chinese brands in the Middle East and its surrounding markets.
The London edition of Paper & Tissue Show: Three major events under one roof
The Paper & Tissue Show, Packaging & Recycle Show, and Hygiene & Nonwoven Show will take place on 11–12 November 2026 at ExCeL London, United Kingdom, bringing together global leaders from the paper, tissue, hygiene, and packaging industries. This major international gathering will offer an unparalleled platform to explore innovations, exchange ideas, and forge lasting partnerships.
PTS Coating Symposium 2025, Bamberg
PTS (Papiertechnische Stiftung) cordially invites to their PTS Coating Symposium 2025 from September 22nd to 24th in Bamberg, the international industry meeting for coating and surface finishing of paper and cardboard materials. The three-day event takes place in the historic city of Bamberg and offers a carefully curated scientific program alongside numerous networking opportunities. Look forward to engaging expert presentations and discussions that will shed light on current developments and future trends in the industry!
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ZELLCHEMING Association – New board elected
From July 1 to 3, 2025, the Annual General Meeting of the ZELLCHEMING Association took place at the RheinMain CongressCenter (RMCC) in Wiesbaden, coinciding with the ZELLCHEMING-Expo. At the General Meeting on July 2, 2025, Dr.-Ing. Frank P. Meltzer of Mercer Pulp Sales GmbH was elected as the new Chairman of the ZELLCHEMING Association. He succeeds Prof. Dr. Helga Zollner-Croll of the Munich University of Applied Sciences on a rotating basis. Dr.-Ing. Tiemo Arndt of Reflex GmbH & Co. KG was elected as Deputy Chairman. Carsten Melchert was confirmed as Treasurer.
Smithers forecasts extra growth in $132.8 billion folding carton packaging market
Global consumption of cartonboard will reach 56.3 million tonnes in 2025, valued at $58.9 billion, according to new research from Smithers, the global authority on packaging markets. This will be converted into 52.4 million tonnes of packaging, with a value of $132.8 billion. The new market report – The Future of Folding Cartons to 2030 – shows that demand will push global consumption of folding cartons to 63.1 million tonnes in 2030, with value increasing to $159.6 billion at constant pricing.
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ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2025: A successful anniversary event all around
ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2025 brought the international paper and pulp industry to the RheinMain CongressCenter (RMCC) in Wiesbaden. From July 1 to 3, this important industry event offered around 3,000 visitors (nearly 20% more than last year) opportunities to exchange information and network informally. More than 140 sponsors and partner companies presented themselves in nearly 2,000 square meters of expo space. The North Hall of the RMCC was fully booked.
