International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from Moorim P&P, South Korea, to upgrade an evaporation plant at its Ulsan mill, which produces bleached kraft pulp and different types of high-quality paper. The refurbishment will help to increase the mill’s efficiency and reduce consumption of resources.

According to an article by the Times Union, an Albany, New York-based news organization, Mohawk Fine Papers, located in Cohoes, NY, is being sold to Verona, Italy-based, Fedrigoni, a manufacturer of specialty papers.

Nippon Paper Industries announces the establishment of a new manufacturing and sales subsidiary in Hungary for the production of CMC (carboxymethyl cellulose). CMC is a crucial material used in the anodes of lithium-ion batteries (LiB) for electric vehicles (EVs), marking the company's entry into Europe's rapidly expanding EV supply chain system.

By the World Bioeconomy Association

The EU has been a global leader in developing biomanufacturing (technologies and products) to its present, highly refined, and optimised level, implemented to largest commercial scale. This now demands strategic attention, for EU’s competitiveness and for the world. This paper outlines key opportunities, stressing the need for swift action to maintain leadership and to continue contributing to a more resource efficient, emission reducing and sustainable world.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the January 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly report.

Sonoco Products Company reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.

Sappi Europe will increase prices for its fine paper grades by 7-10% from January 2024. This increase is necessary to maintain viability of Sappi’s  business, the actual amount will depend on the product and market circumstances.

PulPac, a frontrunner in sustainable packaging solutions, and their turnkey partner Curt G. Joa (JOA) proudly announce the successful installation and operation of the cutting-edge “Modula” Dry Molded Fiber converting line.

In August 2023, Italy marked a modest increase in its mechanical wood pulp imports, showcasing a slight yet positive movement in the industry. The country imported 2.4 thousand tons, showing a 5.3% increase compared to previous periods, signaling a recovery for the second month in a row after experiencing a decline.

Five Domtar employees representing four mills joined 72 pulp and paper workers from across the United States met in Washington, D.C. to attend the Pulp & Paperworkers’ Resource Council’s annual fly-in.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its January 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly report.

Small Pet Select is a family-owned company that provides farm fresh essentials for your small pet, such as rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and more. One of their main products is Timothy Hay, and each bundle of hay is hand-selected from the very best farms in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.

The Michigan State University Board of Trustees on Feb. 2 voted to authorize the planning of a major expansion to the MSU School of Packaging. The $25 million investment will double the size of the building and significantly increase research capacity, creating space for more faculty and graduate students.

Cascades has announced an operational realignment and optimization of its Containerboard Packaging platform. The currently idled Trenton, Ontario (Canada) corrugated medium mill will not restart operations, while the Belleville, Ontario and Newtown, Connecticut (U.S.) converting plants will be permanently closed, in a progressive manner, by May 31, 2024.

The Supreme Administrative Court, by its decision on February 14, 2024, dismissed the appeal made against the environmental permit package for Metsä Group’s Kemi bioproduct mill, as well as the appeal regarding the decision on the environmental permit package issued by the Vaasa Administrative Court on November 14, 2022.

INDCO presents their BM-series gear drive bracket mount mixers for medium to heavy viscosity materials in 30-to-55-gallon drums. An adjustable mounting bracket fits steel drums from 18” to 31” in diameter, and tightens to the drum with a hand knob, so no tools are required.

The PapriSpec allows you to monitor plastic contamination on-machine by continuously monitoring plastic levels.

The New RollMover™ RX Roll Pusher further builds on Appleton’s legacy of continually developing innovative, performance-enhancing material handling products for the converting industry.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) announced up to $304 million in funding for four projects to pilot transformational technologies designed to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) in Kentucky, Mississippi, Texas and Wyoming.

International technology conglomerate ANDRITZ has been commissioned by Moorim P&P, South Korea, to enhance the efficiency of an evaporation plant at its Ulsan mill. The mill, known for producing bleached kraft pulp and a variety of premium papers, is set for a significant efficiency boost and resource consumption reduction through this refurbishment.

Georgia-Pacific announced that it has named Chris Warburton as Chief Customer Officer for the Consumer Products Group. In this role, Warburton will lead the organization's combined sales force for the company's retail and away from home (GP PRO) businesses.

US-based prepress and flexible packaging industry specialist Pacificolor LLC, is delighted to announce the appointment of Kelly Rose as the newest member of the team, joining in the role of Inside Sales Account Manager/Prepress Technician.

Valmet’s Board of Directors has appointed Thomas Hinnerskov President and CEO of Valmet and he will start in the position during the second half of the year and at the end of September 2024 at the latest. Thomas Hinnerskov succeeds Pasi Laine, who will continue as the President and CEO of Valmet until his successor starts.

A virtual meeting will be held Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 1:00 pm. EST providing a brief report on TAPPI association business.

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