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Södra strengthens its commercial presence in the United States
Södra is expanding its presence in North America as part of a proactive growth strategy for pulp and sawn timber. The investment includes a new sales office near Boston, Massachusetts, and a logistics partnership, strengthening Södra’s local presence, market responsiveness and platform for long-term growth and competitiveness.
Kodak launches Prosper Plus 5 Imprinting System
Kodak has launched the Prosper Plus 5 Imprinting System, expanding its Prosper Plus portfolio with a 152 mpm (500 fpm) solution that adds Kodak Stream Inkjet Technology to existing presses and finishing lines. Designed for printers and converters, the Prosper Plus 5 enables variable data printing, coding, serialization, personalization and versioning without replacing current equipment, giving them the flexibility to expand into higher-margin applications, respond faster to changing customer demands and generate new revenue from assets they already own.
Voith’s NipDynamics roll cover sensor system provides real-time insights to significantly reduce downtimes
Voith is expanding its digital portfolio with the launch of NipDynamics, its innovative roll cover sensor system. Directly embedded in roll covers, the robust sensors continuously measure nip conditions, even while the machine is running at full speed in high temperatures and with paper in the nip. As a result, papermakers gain valuable real-time insights into actual operating conditions without having to shut down production.
Toscotec to supply new PM15 tissue line to Lucart
Toscotec will supply a new PM15 tissue line to Lucart’s Laval-sur-Vologne mill in France. A repeat order for both the Laval-sur-Vologne site and the Lucart Group, this project further reinforces a strong partnership built over years of delivering single components, major rebuilds, and complete production plants.
Manroland Goss becomes a 100 % subsidiary of the Possehl Group
The Lübeck-based Possehl Group, an in-ternationally active, diversified industrial conglomerate, is acquiring the remaining shares in manroland Goss web systems GmbH, the leading provider of web offset printing solutions, effective October 1, 2026. The Possehl Group previously held a 51 percent stake and will continue to provide full financing for the company. The former co-shareholder, American Industrial Partners (AIP), is exiting the shareholder structure. With this full acquisition, the Possehl Group is consolidating managerial responsibility for manroland Goss under a single ownership structure.
Cardbox Packaging elevates production with continued investment in Bobst die-cutting equipment
Cardbox Packaging, an international manufacturer of boxes, cartons, containers, cups, and other paper-based food packaging products, is reaping the rewards of its investment in die-cutting equipment from Bobst. Two important reasons for Cardbox Packaging’s investment in Bobst die-cutting technology are productivity and reliability. The first machine, a Bobst Novacut 106 ER installed in 2017, delivered on these requirements, and the company opted to reinvest in 2021 and 2024, choosing a Visioncut 106 LER on both occasions. Die-cutting at Cardbox Packaging complements a pair of sheet-fed offset presses and additional finishing equipment, enabling the company to turnover c€20 million a year.
Voith launches SealView NG pneumatic-based full-width monitoring system for suction roll sealing strips
SealView NG is the latest generation of monitoring systems for suction roll sealing strips. The SealView NG technology accurately calculates and clearly indicates the remaining service life of the seal strips, enabling the timely purchase of spare parts and scheduling of maintenance and roll changes. The pneumatic-based system is a cost-efficient solution with the potential to extend roll running times and improve machine availability.
Pharma: Heidelberg and Pfenning group combine packaging and logistics under one roof
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) and the Pfenning group have entered into a partnership to develop integrated solutions for pharmaceutical packaging production. The goal of the collaboration is to combine production, packaging, and logistics into a seamless end-to-end process and, within this system, to unlock new potential for efficiency, transparency, and compliance in regulated supply chains. This partnership directly builds on Heidelberg’s strategy, unveiled at interpack 2026, to position itself as an end-to-end system integrator for the entire packaging production value chain. The focus is on processes that precede and follow the printing process.
Image Systems’ business area RemaSawco receives an order worth approximately SEK 1.5 million from Nordic sawmill
RemaSawco has signed an agreement with a Nordic sawmill for the delivery and installation of RemaSawco’s new saw line control system. The agreement also includes a service level agreement (SLA). Installation and commissioning costs will be charged separately. The total order value amounts to just under SEK 1.5 million.
Showcasing at the MIAC and ABTCP: emtec’s innovative testing solutions for the pulp and paper industry
To demonstrate their innovative paper testing technologies, Leipzig-based company emtec Electronic will be present at two prestigious paper and pulp exhibitions in October. Visitors will be able to connect with emtec at the International Pulp and Paper Congress and Exhibition ABTCP 2026 in Sao Paulo, Brazil from October 6 to 8 and the International Exhibition of Paper Industry MIAC in Lucca, Italy from October 7 and 9.
ECO3 unveils Apogee IQ: an integrated platform for connected print production
ECO3 announces Apogee IQ, the next generation of its Apogee prepress workflow platform. Where Apogee has automated prepress workflows, Apogee IQ expands that foundation into full print operation integration, connecting business systems, shop floor equipment, and production data into one environment. It reflects ECO3's commitment to building a future-proof platform for print businesses.
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.
