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Feldmuehle GmbH filed for insolvency

Feldmuehle GmbH has been adversely and unforeseeably affected this current year due to the difficult situation in the energy markets, by unexpected increased energy costs and procurement prices for raw materials. During the current year, management has implemented extensive measures to increase operating profitability. Despite these efforts, the latently rising variable costs could not be offset by implemented price increases, partly due to the company's lower-than-expected revenues.

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Metamo announces “Digital G-O-D” art exhibition in Amsterdam

Metamo presents Digital G-O-D at Vrij Paleis from 20.06.25 to 29.06.25, a visionary fusion of art and printing technology explored through the works of 20 urban artists including ANTZ (SG), Collin van der Sluijs (NL), Frankey (NL), Humanoise (JP/SG), Mossy Giant (NL), and Zedz (NL), to name a few. This is the exhibition’s second edition after debuting in Singapore’s UltraSuperNew Gallery in 2020, maintaining the core value of collaborating with local communities to explore knowledge and connections. The exhibition is generously supported by printer innovators, Mimaki, and made possible through alignment and partnership with Chinny Bond (curatorial) and Mama Magnet (storytelling).

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Mondi: Successful start up of new €400 million paper machine at Štětí

Mondi is pleased to announce that following the start-up of its state-of-the-art paper machine at its Štetí mill (Czech Republic) in December 2024, early production runs have demonstrated excellent results in terms of strength, runnability and consistent quality. The new machine enables Mondi to meet the rising demand for paper-based flexible packaging while strengthening the Group’s vertically integrated Paper Bags business. It also supports the optimisation of production efficiency across the Group’s entire kraft paper portfolio.

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Lecta renews Ineris certification for its entire range of phenol-free Termax papers

Lecta reaffirms its commitment to innovation and sustainability by renewing the official “BPA Free - No Phenols Added” certification, guaranteeing the absence of Bisphenol A (BPA) and other phenolic compounds identified in the Ineris certification scheme, for its entire range of phenol- free Termax thermal papers.

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DuPont™ Artistri® digital inks at FESPA

DuPont is excited to join the FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 from May 6 - 9 in Berlin, Germany. The event is Europe’s leading showcase for specialty print and signage, providing an excellent opportunity to network with industry professionals, explore new business prospects, and discover the latest technologies.

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A feast for the eyes: Bösendorfer concert grand piano artfully staged on fine paper

Bösendorfer is one of the world's oldest and most revered piano manufacturers. The Viennese company has been manufacturing unique upright and grand pianos since 1828. Bösendorfer's high standards of quality, design and perfection in the construction of keyboard instruments is beautifully captured in their latest product catalogue. Printed on the luxurious Pergraphica® design paper from Mondi Uncoated Fine Paper, the catalogue is a tactile delight. The paper’s subtly understated shading and sumptuous surface perfectly complement the elegance of Bösendorfer instruments.

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Showcasing Incada’s intangible and tangible benefits

The Incada family of Folding Box Board offers customers value that goes beyond the physical qualities of the paperboard itself. This essence of the product has been captured in a unique new sales toolkit which showcases Incada’s inspiring story. Produced at Holmen Board and Paper’s Workington Mill in the UK, Incada is used primarily for pharmaceutical, cosmetics and food applications.

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Creaset HGP: Lecta’s new paper for grease-proof flexible packaging

Lecta is firmly committed to delivering innovative and more sustainable products that support a circular economy. The broad range of flexible packaging papers, made from natural, recyclable, and renewable raw materials, is designed to protect product integrity with optimal barrier properties. The launch of Creaset HGP reflects this, creating packaging solutions that meet the evolving demands of today’s consumers.

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Impacts of the US trade policy tightening for Koehler Group

Last Wednesday, US President Donald Trump announced a drastic tightening of his economic policy. Imports from the European Union will be subject to surcharges of 20 percent. Economists expect the drastic tariffs to have significant consequences for the USA, Germany and Europe.

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Drytac Polar Frost Air: Sophisticated frosted look

Drytac, international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce the global launch of Polar Frost Air, a new translucent matte polymeric PVC film with an embossed pearl finish that becomes the latest addition to the Polar product range. Suitable for use in both indoor and outdoor applications, Polar Frost Air features a subtle embossed finish that replicates the elegant look of etched glass but at a more affordable price point.

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Lecta presents barrier base paper Linerset FP

As part of its strategy to provide high-value, innovative, and environmentally responsible products, Lecta introduces Linerset FP, a high-performance barrier base paper designed for flexible packaging solutions. This product is the ideal solution for converters and printers seeking to incorporate advanced barrier properties into their packaging, or using it as it is, offering a strong, flexible, translucent alternative for use in bags, pouches, and wrapping applications.

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The Navigator Company increases Packaging prices by 4-7%

The Navigator Company announced that it will increase the price of all Packaging Papers by 4-7%, effective with orders shipping April 1st 2025 onwards. The price adjustment is necessary due to the higher input costs essential for paper manufacturing, namely, but not exclusively, pulp and energy, which have experienced significant increases over the last months.

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