Current Issue
Our Partners
NEWS powered by
SCA to increase Kraftliner prices by €100 per tonne
SCA will increase prices for all Kraftliner grades in Europe by €100 per tonne. The new prices will apply from September 1, 2026.
Mondi unveils award-winning packaging concept
Mondi has developed an award-winning packaging concept that combines a corrugated outer box with a recyclable, laser-marked flexible packaging. Designed for eCommerce and bag-in-box applications, the concept can be applied across a range of flexible packaging formats and demonstrates how innovative packaging design can support circularity and improve supply chain efficiency. The concept uses laser marking technology to apply artwork directly onto the flexible packaging during converting, eliminating the need for conventional decorative printing and associated printing plates. This enables personalisation, fast artwork updates and greater design flexibility, allowing customers to respond more quickly to market trends and changing consumer preferences.
Hyogo Pulp Industries places repeat order with Andritz for pulp washing and refining
Hyogo Pulp Industries, Ltd. has awarded international technology group Andritz an order to supply a second DD-Washer drum displacer washer and a blowline refiner to its Tanigawa mill in Japan. The order will support the mill’s plans to expand production capacity while advancing its sustainability goals. Start-up is scheduled for May 2028. The value of the order will not be disclosed. It is included in Andritz’s order intake for the first quarter of 2026.
Toscotec to complete cogeneration plant upgrade at Cartiera del Vignaletto
Toscotec completed an energy-saving project at Cartiera del Vignaletto at its facility in Zevio, near Verona. The project features the complete upgrade of the cogeneration plant and air systems of the mill’s PM4 and PM5. The initial aim of the rebuild was to increase the energy efficiency of the mill’s operation by installing innovative equipment.
Voith and Palm jointly implement conversion project in King's Lynn
The Palm Group plans to convert the PM 7 paper machine at its King’s Lynn, UK, facility to produce corrugated base paper from recycled fiber. With this investment, Palm is aligning the facility with the changing demands of the European paper market.
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).
DS Smith starts up Andritz stock preparation line with Europe’s largest FibreFlow drum pulper
DS Smith has successfully started up an Andritz stock preparation line and reject treatment system at its mill in Porcari, Italy, including Europe’s largest FibreFlow drum pulper. Alessandro Romagnolo, Project Head at DS Smith, says: “The successful start-up of this line is an important milestone for our Porcari mill. The project demonstrates the strong cooperation between our team and Andritz. With the new system now in operation, we are able to efficiently process a wide range of recovered paper grades and reliably produce high-quality packaging papers from 100% recycled fiber.”
Overview of India paper and paperboard packaging industry
India’s paper and paperboard packaging industry is shifting toward value-added, specialized, and sustainable solutions—such as cup stock, pharma print, and high BF virgin kraft—enabled by automated manufacturing and quality control that meet international standards while controlling costs. Sustainability and recyclability are central, especially in food and beverage, where paper-based alternatives (e.g., paper tubes for dry goods and specialized dairy cartons) are displacing plastics.
Mondi enables Büromodel to cut operational packing costs by 20%
Mondi has collaborated with furniture manufacturer Büromodel to develop a tailor-made corrugated packaging solution for shipping acoustic office cabins across Europe and beyond, delivering significant gains in operational efficiency. Traditional wooden and plywood crates presented challenges in terms of health and safety risks and were becoming less preferred in key export markets such as Germany and the UK. Mondi worked closely with Büromodel to switch to a bespoke corrugated packaging solution that ensures safe transportation and improved product protection. The solution eliminates mould issues that had previously been experienced during sea freight transportation.
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.
“Made to be seen”: Every sheet of paper deserves to be admired
Cartiere del Garda is entering a new phase, building on its heritage as an Italian paper manufacturer specialized in 2-side coated papers for the graphic printing and publishing industries. “This new stage, built on Cartiere del Garda’s long-standing experience and a newly structured, customer-focused organization, allows us to go beyond premium papers and reliable service—committed to being a trusted partner and setting the standard in the graphic printing and publishing market.” states Corrado Lignana, Cartiere del Garda CEO.
