Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) has announced a major reconfiguration of its Wallula, Washington, containerboard mill, a move that will permanently shut down the No. 2 paper machine (W2) and the mill’s kraft pulping operations.
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The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) has released its Q1 2024 Containerboard Quarterly report. According to the report, total Containerboard production in Q1 increased 7% compared to Q1 2023.
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The ecological transformation project of the Grand-Couronne paper manufacturing site in France, formerly Chapelle-Darblay, has reached a new stage in its implementation with the takeover of the operational management of the site by Fiber Excellence.
Veolia, a major partner in the project, is committed to ensuring the supply of recycled paper and cardboard for the stationery industry, in a dynamic local and circular economy.
Since acquiring the site from the Rouen Normandy Metropolis in May 2022, Veolia has been keen to take over to make possible the project to strategically reposition the newsprint factory into a cardboard production site.
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Toscotec will supply an entire dryer section rebuild to Hamburger Turkey, part of the Hamburger Containerboard Group, at their paper mill in Çorlu in Northern Turkey. The project focuses on their containerboard machine (PM3) and is planned for the end of 2024.
Targets: production increase and basis weight range expansion
The rebuild has two main targets. Firstly, the replacement of the existing cast-iron dryer cans with Toscotec’s custom-sized TT SteelDryers will increase the sheet drying width by 90 mm while maintaining the same face length and using the existing machine frame. This will lead to an increase of PM3’s production capacity.
The second target is to expand the basis weight range and produce lower grammages to enter a new market for lighter testliner products through an improvement in the wet section.
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Andritz has received an order from Papel Prensa S.A. to supply a complete old corrugated containers (OCC) line including a reject handling system to its mill in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
In its initial production phase, the new line will process 180 t/d of local OCC. The line’s processing capacity can be easily increased through a minor adjustment to configuration to support the expected rise in pulp demand for the production of corrugated paper. The new line will provide high pulp quality at cost-efficient and resource-saving operation, with the latest technology available.
Diego Colabardini, CEO of Papel Prensa S.A., says: “Our goal is to produce top-quality paper while reducing our environmental footprint through the efficient use of energy and natural resources, based on our strategy of promoting circular economy in a sustainable business. ANDRITZ’s advanced technology and extensive experience in pulping will help us achieve this goal.”
ANDRITZ’s scope of supply comprises
- the complete LC pulping system with a FibreSolve FSR pulper and an innovative detrashing system to ensure superior slushing of the raw material at minimum fiber loss
- the protection cleaning, fractionation and screening stage including a PrimeScreen X with newly developed PrimeRotor for high screening efficiency at lower power consumption
- an innovative reject handling system featuring a Reject Compactor ReCo to dewater the rejects to the highest possible dry content
- erection supervision, commissioning, start-up, and training
Start-up of the new line is scheduled for 2024.
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Moelven Wood and Billerud Collaborate to Develop Paper-based Packaging to Replace Shrink Wrap
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Moelven Wood and Billerud are joining forces to examine the possibility of developing a new sustainable packaging solution for Moelven’s interior panels. The goal is to create a paper-based solution to replace the current plastic shrink wrap. The collaboration stems from an innovation competition organized by Paper Province.
In September, 19 companies submitted 22 solution proposals to Moelven Wood’s packaging challenge — to find a more sustainable packaging for their wooden interior panels.
Out of these, Ahlstrom, Billerud, Boxon, Lignin Industries, and T-Emballage were selected to work on the challenge during Moelven Hackathon. The innovation competition was arranged by the forestry bioeconomy cluster Paper Province and held in Karlstad, Sweden, on December 11 and 12.
During the competition, the companies fine-tuned their solutions with support from mentors in business and product development, communication, value proposition, and materials. At the final, the companies pitched their proposals to Moelven’s jury who announced Billerud and their fiber-based packaging solution as the winner.
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BTG Group announces its intention to acquire FITNIR Analyzers Inc..
The acquisition of FITNIR Analyzers Inc. will represent a strategic milestone for BTG Group, broadening the product offerings in the pulp market. FITNIR specializes in pulp liquor property measurement (on-line and bench top units), which complements BTG’s offerings in Cooking, Bleaching and Chemical Recovery.
Sunny Cui, BTG Group CEO expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, “we are happy to welcome FITNIR into the BTG family. With this acquisition, we’re not just expanding our portfolio, but forging a path of innovation and shared success. It’s not about assets; it’s about synergies shaping a dynamic future together.”
About BTG Group:
BTG is a multinational provider of highly specialized process solutions for the global pulp and paper industry, with proven benefits at all levels in the mills.
About FITNIR Analyzers Inc.:
FITNIR’s analyzers reliably measure complete pulp and paper properties, driving process control strategies to optimize pulp mill operations.
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Andrei Krés has been appointed as the new CFO of Billerud. Andrei has been the acting CFO since August 2023 and will assume the permanent role immediately.
Andrei Krés joined Billerud in 2011 and has since then held several different positions within the company including Head of Group Treasury, Vice President of Group Finance and since August 2023 as acting CFO.
“I am entirely confident that Andrei, with his strong financial profile and deep experience within the company, will contribute positively to our financial development as well as bring valuable expertise to the Group Management Team,” says Ivar Vatne, CEO and President of Billerud.
“It’s very gratifying and an honor to have been offered the role of CFO at Billerud. The combination of high-quality products with a strong focus on sustainability makes Billerud a leader in the packaging industry, and I look forward to continuing to develop the group together with Ivar and the team”, says Andrei Krés, CFO of Billerud.
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Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has introduced its Advantage StretchWrap, a paper wrapping solution that replaces plastic stretch film and enables a more efficient logistics process, to Sentrex, a European manufacturer of paper bags.
Advantage StretchWrap is a fully recyclable kraft paper that is made from responsibly sourced materials. Mondi developed it to stretch and resist punctures, making it ideal for replacing the plastic stretch film that has traditionally been used for pallet wrapping and transportation. Advantage StretchWrap has 62% lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions when compared to virgin plastic stretch film, and 49% lower GHG emissions when compared to plastic film made with 50% recycled content, according to a peer-reviewed independent life cycle assessment.*
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Pulp & Beyond is the leading forum bringing together the latest forest-based bioeconomy innovations, products, services and technologies as well as key people throughout the ecosystem.
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Microline, an Italian company specialising in the design and development of packaging solutions for tissue products, has excelled for over twenty years in dynamic South American market, where it has a reputation for providing versatile, high-performance and high-quality machines.
The Tissue market consists in paper products in various forms, such as rolls and parallelepipedal (folded) products, manufactured using diverse techniques depending on their use: single-ply and smooth or embossed bonded multi-ply products with different purposes. The products manufactured using these materials are used in very diverse settings, such as the biomedical, cosmetics and industrial sectors. They range from hospital paper rolls to rolls for corporate cleaning, as well as toilet paper, interfolded hand towels, napkins, paper tissues and wipes. According to the forecasts, in the South American area alone, the market will grow to a value of 66 billion dollars by 2028, compared to 45 billion in 2020, with a compound growth rate of 4.6% for the 2021 – ۲۰۲۸ period.
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South African tissue producer Jumbo Centre has started up an AHEAD 1.8 tissue line supplied by Toscotec at their Johannesburg facility. This is a repeat order for Toscotec after the successful installation in 2020 of another complete tissue machine at the same mill.
The AHEAD 1.8 machine has a sheet trim width of 2,750 mm, an operating speed of 1,800 m/min and a production capacity of more than 30,000 tpy. It is equipped with a new generation design TT NextPress shoe press, a third-generation TT SYD Steel Yankee Dryer, and high-efficiency TT Hood. The scope of supply covers the complete production line from the bale handling and stock preparation systems to the electrification and control system of the tissue machine. The associated services include detailed engineering, erection supervision, commissioning, training, and start-up.
Itzik Nikfard and Rafi Nikfard, Directors of Jumbo Centre, said, “This investment marks a new important stage of expansion for our business. The choice of technology is key in supporting the continuous growth and success of our SnowSoft brand. Toscotec’s machines deliver premium tissue quality, high production efficiency, and energy savings which equip us to succeed in the market.”
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Michele Noera joins the Lucart Group in the role of Sustainability and Energy Transition Manager. The inclusion of this new function will allow Lucart to further strengthen our strategy in the various areas of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
Graduated in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Genoa, Noera began his career 25 years ago in large companies such as Enel, in the role of Project Leader, and Enviro, as Alternative Energy Project Manager. From 2008 to 2023 he was part of the Amadori Group, first as Energy Manager and subsequently as Environment and Energy Manager.
“I am thrilled to be part of the Lucart family, where I have found a well-established base of corporate culture built over 70 years of history spent pursuing innovation and sustainability”, Michele Noera, Lucart’s Sustainability and Energy Transition Manager explained. “The future of energy is not only about self-production and the transition to renewable and alternative sources, but also about the waste valorization with a view to circularity. My sustainable vision of the future aims to involve all the players in the supply chain, who can no longer think in a compartmentalized manner, each from their own point of view, but must pursue a principle of extended and shared responsibility”.
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PulPac, a leader in dry molding technology, announces the latest addition to its “Highway Products”: the Dry Molded Fiber Phone Tray Insert. It is now offered to producers and represents another stride towards PulPac’s commitment to providing cost-effective, environmentally responsibly produced packaging alternatives.
“We understand the importance of balancing sustainability with cost-effectiveness. This Phone Tray Insert shows manufacturers and brands a cost-competitive solution without compromising on their commitment to the planet – a hallmark of Dry Molded Fiber”, says Sanna Fager, Chief Commercial Officer at PulPac.
The Phone Tray Insert addresses the growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives in the packaging industry. Dry Molded Fiber applications, such as the Phone Tray insert, means choosing a cost-effective product with a reduced environmental footprint compared to conventional plastic or fiber-based alternatives.
The reveal complements PulPac’s existing lineup of “Highway products”, providing businesses with a quick-start solution for their eco-friendly packaging needs. The lineup comprises standardized and commercially validated applications ready for production. To date, it includes primarily food-grade products such as protective lids, coffee cup lids, cold drink lids, cutlery, trays, bowls, and now the Phone Tray Insert newcomer.
“Time is increasingly becoming the most important factor in dealing with environmental challenges. By creating a range of standardized, highly demanded products that are pre-validated, we can help our customers speed up the transition towards sustainable fiber-based packaging and a greener, cleaner world,” continues Fager.
In addition to the range of ready-to-produce applications with very competitive unit economics and unmatched sustainability features, PulPac, together with partners, also provides turn-key production platforms for different customer needs. The purpose is to drive a transformative shift in the packaging industry, where sustainability is not just a choice but a fundamental principle.
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Kemi bioproduct mill is ramping up towards full capacity production and pulp deliveries to customers have started. It is planned to take approximately one year to reach full production capacity at the mill.
“When starting up a mill of this size, it is already clear that the production process must be optimised and the right process conditions must be sought to ensure continuous efficient production and high product quality. We have been actively working on this with our equipment suppliers and the work has paid off. Production continuity, production volumes and product quality have developed in the right direction. Full production capacity will be reached as planned in autumn next year,” says Tomi Seppä, mill manager of the bioproduct mill.
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Lucart factories in Nyergesújfalu and Laval sur Vologne obtain ISO 45001 safety certification
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After Porcari, Diecimo, Torre di Mosto, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, Avigliano, Altopascio in Italy), Artziniega in Spain), Blackmore Park in UK) the factories of Nyergesújfalu in Hungary and Laval sur Vologne, in France, have also obtained ISO 45001:2018 certification on the health and safety management system. This is an important recognition, which brings the total number of certified sites to 10 out of 11 and represents a significant step forward in Lucart’s path to promoting health and safety at work.
“The ISO 45001:2018 certification for our factories in Hungary and France are a tangible sign of our constant commitment to guaranteeing high health and safety standards at every stage of our production” – comments Massimo Pasquini, CEO of Lucart Group.
“We are proud to see our vision of a sustainable and secure future taking shape through concrete results. With Nyergesújfalu and Laval sur Vologne the percentage of certified Lucart factories goes from the 64% recorded in 2022 to the current 91% in 2023. We expect to reach, with the Spanish plant in Aranguren, 100% of certified factories by the end of 2024, bringing forward the goal originally set for 2030.”
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Elopak has announced plans to build its first U.S. production plant with the latest state-of-the-art technology for the production of Pure-Pak® cartons for liquid dairy, juices, plant-based products and liquid eggs.
The new production facility will be located in Little Rock, Arkansas and is expected to start production in the first half of 2025. It represents a significant investment for the region of around USD 70 million including the land, the building and the equipment.
In a statement, Elopak said, “Following the investment announcement in June 2023, the company has evaluated different financing opportunities and concluded to own and fully finance the plant on the balance sheet. Hence, the nominal cost of the investment will be recognized in the balance sheet instead of the discounted value of the lease payments, increasing the reported investment by around USD 15 million.”
This is economically more profitable for Elopak compared to partly leasing, which was assumed in June.
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Saica Group has reached an agreement to acquire the total shares of the waste management and collection company, Ecovidal-Miguel Vidal e Hijos. Through this acquisition, Saica Natur strengthens its presence in the Henares corridor, an important business, industrial and residential area in the north-east of Madrid region.
The acquired company has 25 employees and in 2022 had a turnover of 10 million euros. It manages up to 53,000 tonnes of waste annually, the vast majority of which (92%) is paper and cardboard. Located in the municipality of Torrejón de Ardoz (Madrid) with a warehouse spanning almost 16,000 square metres, Ecovidal has been supplying recycled paper to Saica Paper mills for over four decades, establishing a long-standing business partnership.
Saica Group is one of the leading companies in Europe in the manufacture of recycled paper for corrugated board, with an annual production capacity of 3.3 million tons of recycled paper for corrugated board.
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Kemira announces a multi-million euro investment in water treatment chemicals production in the UK
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Kemira, a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries, announces a significant capacity extension of its ferric sulfate water treatment chemicals production line in Goole, UK. The additional 70 000 tons capacity investment helps meet the growing demand for coagulants due to the new and stricter Asset Management Plan 7 and 8 regulation on phosphorus and other nutrient discharge from wastewater treatment set out in the Water Industry National Environment Programme in the UK. The new capacity is planned to be in operation in Q3 2025.
“We support our customers in meeting the tighter regulations and help them to optimize the chemistries used in every part of the water treatment process. This investment will increase our flexibility to utilize different types of iron raw materials which will further secure our strong supply service when demand increases. We are well placed to meet the growing future needs of the UK water treatment industry,” says Wido Waelput, Senior Vice President, Commercial, EMEA & APAC, Industry & Water segment at Kemira.
Kemira produces currently over 350 000 tons of water treatment and other chemicals annually at its four UK manufacturing sites in Goole, Ellesmere Port, Teesport and Bradford. Kemira has invested significantly in the Goole site in recent years. The latest expansion program was completed in 2021.
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ANDRITZ complements its process control product portfolio by acquiring NAF valve business
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ANDRITZ has signed an agreement with Flowserve Corporation based in Texas, USA, to take over its
NAF AB engineers, designs and builds Flowserve’s NAF control valve portfolio. It is a leading supplier with long-standing experience in providing process control valves for pulp and paper and other related industries. With 50 employees at the facility in Linköping, Sweden, it has been a successful provider of process control valves for more than 100 years.
This acquisition further extends and strengthens ANDRITZ’s product and service portfolio in the field of process control. With this acquisition, ANDRITZ, a leading provider of process control and automation systems for complete pulp and paper mills, is adding control valves to its portfolio of process actuators, analyzers, and measurement equipment for the pulp and paper making process. For many years, ANDRITZ has successfully equipped its production plant and equipment deliveries with NAF control valves.
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