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Koskisen to invest in new log yard in connection with sawmill

The wood products company Koskisen will continue to develop Sawmill Industry’s production and has decided to invest in an eight-hectare log yard in connection with the new sawmill in Järvelä. The investment includes a log sorting yard and line with control rooms, as well as a stormwater treatment system. In addition, a new access route to the factory area, a gate environment, access control and a vehicle scale will be built.

The value of the investment is approximately EUR 15 million and the majority of it will be allocated to 2024. The new log yard and related operations are expected to be completed at the beginning of 2025.

 

Today, logs are sorted in the Koskisen Tehdastie industrial area and transported by trucks to a sawmill about four kilometres away on Mäntsäläntie. The new log yard will significantly reduce transport costs and the carbon footprint of transports.

 

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Voith and Sichuan Huaqiao Fenghuang Paper successfully start up PM6 packaging paper machine

On August 13, Sichuan Huaqiao Fenghuang Paper successfully started up its highly efficient XcelLine packaging paper machine at the Guanghan site. The leading full-line supplier Voith delivered the entire line. The project set a new record for the fastest start-up of such a paper machine. Only six months passed from installation to successful start-up – two months ahead of schedule. The commissioning of the BlueLine OCC stock preparation system and the XcelLine paper machine took just four and five weeks, respectively.

PM 6 has a width of 7.92 meters and a design speed of 1,400 meters per minute. It mainly produces high-quality packaging paper in the range of 90 to 170 gsm and has an annual production capacity of about 400,000 tons. The associated BlueLine OCC stock preparation line has an impressive capacity of 2,200 tons per day and is currently the largest OCC line in the Asian market.

 

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US printing-writing paper shipments down 25% in July

Total U.S. printing-writing paper shipments decreased 25% in July 2023 compared to July 2022. U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers decreased 32% in July compared to the same month last year. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels remained essentially flat (-0.2%) when compared to June 2023, according to the American Forest & Paper Association.

U.S. shipments decreased in all 3 major P-W grades (UFS, CFS and MECH) when compared to July last year, with uncoated free sheet papers recording the smallest year ago decrease of approximately 14%. Net imports in all 3 major grades decreased in June compared to the same month last year. U.S. purchases in all 3 major grades in June decreased approximately 33% when compared to the same period last year. June year-to-date U.S. purchases decreased approximately 20% versus June 2022 year-to-date volume.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) serves to advance U.S. paper and wood products manufacturers through fact-based public policy and marketplace advocacy.

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Valmet to supply machine vision systems to Shanxi Qiangwei Paper in China

Valmet has received an order from Shanxi Qiangwei Paper Co., Ltd. to supply machine vision systems for Qiangwei’s paper machine PM 6. The scope of supply includes a Valmet IQ Web Inspection System, a Valmet IQ Web Monitoring System and winder control with target-stop functionality. The investment aims to improve the operating efficiency and optimize the final paper quality of the PM 6.

The order was included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2023. The delivery will take place in the first quarter 2024. The value of the order will not be disclosed.

“We selected Valmet because of its advanced solutions and extensive project experience. We are confident that Valmet’s state-of-the-art technology and process know-how will elevate the level of intelligence and automation in our operations to a new height. We’ve had very good cooperation with Valmet in previous projects and I am sure this will be another success,” says Huang Wenbin, PM 6 production manager at Shanxi Qiangwei Paper Co., Ltd.

 

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Valmet to deliver diffuser rebuild to Billerud’s Skärblacka mill in Sweden

Valmet will deliver a complete atmospheric diffuser rebuild to Billerud’s Skärblacka mill in Sweden. The delivery is scheduled to take place in May 2024.

 

The order was included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2023. The value of the order will not be disclosed.

 

Skärblacka mill’s original washer was delivered by Valmet in 1973. The rebuild will secure the washer’s performance and availability for years to come and prepare the mill for future capacity increases.

“We have established a long-lasting relationship with Valmet and have learned to trust their expertise. We have confidence in Valmet’s technology and found their solution superior to the alternatives,” says Samuel Wirzén, Project Manager at Billerud’s Skärblacka mill.

“We are happy that Skärblacka chose Valmet to supply washer technology. We believe that our solution will be both valuable to the mill and prolong the lifespan of their machine,” says Lennart Montonen, Sales Manager, Pulp Solutions, EMEA Area at Valmet.

The rebuild will include a complete technology upgrade and an installation of a Valmet Atmospheric Diffuser Kit, leading to optimized washing and increased capacity.

Billerud provides paper and packaging materials made from virgin fiber – passionately committed to sustainability, quality, and customer value. The Skärblacka mill produces white machine glazed kraft paper, brown sack paper and fluting and runs two laboratories specialized in developing packaging for food and medical products.

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Share of paper packaging rise in US$73.5 billion MEA packaging market

The share of paper packaging in the estimated US$74 billion overall packaging market in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) continues to see an exponential growth with e-commerce boom and consumer preference veers to sustainable and environment-friendly solutions.

Industry experts participating at the upcoming leading B2B exhibition, Propaper 2023, said that in line with this demand growth, investments in kraft paper mills have also risen in the region in the post-Covid era, with enhanced use of paper packaging across industry verticals such as food, catering hygiene, pharma and cosmetics driving up demand

Propaper Dubai 2023 will host a large contingent of global paper and packaging companies which are at the vanguard of innovation. The show which also incorporates Super Sourcing Dubai under the auspices of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), will run during September 12-14 at Dubai at the Festival Arena at Dubai Festival City.

 

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Billerud introduces new regional organization for Europe and appoints acting CFO

Billerud is introducing a new organization whereby the company harmonizes and operates its business in two distinct geographical regions – Europe and North America. Billerud further appoints Andrei Krés as acting CFO, effective immediately.

Matthew Hirst, previously EVP Commercial, has been appointed President of Billerud Europe and will lead the new European organization consisting of Commercial, Operations and Procurement & Wood Supply functions. Kevin Kuznicki remains President of the North American organization.

In addition, Andrei Krés, has been appointed as acting CFO and will be part of the Group Management Team. Andrei Krés holds a bachelor’s degree in business and economics from Lund University and has held various positions in Billerud, most recently as the Vice President of the Group Finance function.

Billerud is one of the leading manufacturers of packaging paper made from virgin fibers.

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Paper Excellence permanently closes Tiskwat specialty paper and newsprint mill in Canada

Paper Excellence has decided to permanently close the Catalyst Paper Tiskwat paper mill in Powell River in Canada’s Province of British Columbia. The site used to produce newsprint and specialty papers for print and packaging applications with a capacity of 334,000 tpy. The company is currently looking for a buyer for the site.

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Mondi invests €16m in barrier paper production at Solec plant in Poland

The plant in Solec, Poland will be equipped with technology to produce a new packaging range called “FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate”. Industrial scale production is expected in the first quarter of 2024, according to Mondi.

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Sonoco adds 2 new EnviroFlex Paper pre-qualifications for How2Recycle labelling

Sonoco has added two new cold seal structures to the growing family of EnviroFlex® Paper products receiving How2Recycle® Widely recyclable pre-qualification. EnviroFlex Paper Ultimate (ULT) 1.0 CS and Advanced (ADV) 4.0 CS are the first of their kind to bring cold seal properties to curbside recyclable paper packaging. This results from Sonoco’s ongoing efforts to develop and provide a range of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions to meet the challenging needs of consumer-packaged goods companies in today’s competitive market.

The ULT line of paper-based packaging has high oxygen, moisture, and grease barrier, ideal for moisture sensitive applications like pet treats and products containing nuts. The ADV line provides optimal performance for medium level oxygen and moisture barrier applications, like confections and powdered products.

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Paper Excellence Canada permanently curtails Catalyst Paper Tiskwat

Paper Excellence Canada announced today the permanent curtailment of Catalyst Paper tiskwat, its paper mill in Powell River, BC.

In the 18 months since the indefinite curtailment, the majority of employees took voluntary severance, and a small number chose to transfer to another Paper Excellence Canada mill. When fully operating, Catalyst Paper tiskwat employed approximately 200 people.

The mill is secured and has been de-risked in terms of removing all major chemicals, fibre and fuels from the site.

 

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President and CEO Pasi Laine to resign from Valmet during 2024

Valmet’s Board of Directors has accepted the resignation of Valmet’s President and CEO Pasi Laine and related terms and conditions.  Pasi Laine will continue as the President and CEO of Valmet until the end of September 2024. The Board of Directors has initiated the search for a successor.

Now, after being the CEO of Valmet for about ten years and a Valmeteer for 33 years, it is time for my future successor to continue the work with our renewed Executive Team. I will naturally continue to fully focus on our work to consistently improve Valmet’s financial performance towards the set targets and serve our customers,” says Pasi Laine, President and CEO, Valmet.

 

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Andritz to optimize fiberline at Stora Enso’s Enocell mill

Andritz has received an order from Stora Enso to optimize the fiberline at the Enocell pulp mill in Uimaharju, Finland.

This will help the customer meet the growing demand for non-bleached renewable packaging materials while at the same time reducing its ecological footprint.

Andritz technologies will provide the customer with the required flexibility. In parallel, operational costs will be optimized through improved operational reliability and minimimized chemical, freshwater and energy consumption.

 

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Wepack 2023 lifts a new trend of innovation and development in the global packaging industry

Organised by RX (Reed Exhibitions), WEPACK series exhibitions, including SinoCorrugated 2023, SinoFoldingCarton 2023, DPrint 2023, SinoPaper 2023, Food Pack & Tech 2023 and PACKCON 2023, has been successfully held at the National Convention & Exhibition Center (Shanghai) from 12-14 July 2023. T

he area of the show exceeded 100,000 square metres for the first time, and 1,200+ brand exhibitors gathered, bringing more than 1,800 brand-new equipment and nearly 1,000 kinds of consumables. During the three days of WEPACK, a total of 52,936 domestic and overseas professional visitors visited the exhibition and had business negotiation, among which there were 4,432 overseas visitors from more than 110 countries and regions.

WEPACK 2023 has been well received, giving full play to the information and resource advantages of the organiser, RX, with its rich exhibition experience, perfect organisation, precise services, effective publicity, and integration of resources from various parties, which has resulted in stronger communication and exchanges, rich harvests for all parties involved in the show, a burst of audience professionalism and purchasing power.

 

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Thai Cane PM11 awards order for 3 Dryer Fabric Cleaners to ProJet

ProJet received an order for a total 3 Power Cleaners (dryer fabric cleaners) from Thai Cane (Siam Cement Group) for their PM11 in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. The value of the order will not be disclosed. The order was received in August 2023 and will delivered in Q1 2024.

Of course, all Power Cleaners will be ProJet’s Power Cleaner 2.0, the upgraded version. The upgrade consists of a smaller cleaner head, more nozzles at higher pressure and improved vacuum/discharge system. The combination of all these improvements is an increased cleaning efficiency, exactly what Thai Cane needed for its Dryer Fabrics.

 

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Packaging manufacturing workers secure significant wage increases

Amcor workers represented by Teamsters Local 238 voted to ratify a new four-year agreement by a strong margin, ending a two-week strike at the company’s plant in Des Moines, Iowa.

“These workers fought back against concessions to win the best contract they’ve ever had,” said Jesse Case, Local 238 Secretary-Treasurer. “It goes to show that when Teamsters fight, Teamsters win.”

The 103 Amcor Teamsters at the Des Moines plant make packaging for food products like Capri Sun fruit drinks, Slim Jims, and pudding cups.

The members went on strike July 29 after voting down Amcor’s last, best, and final offer, and a subsequent offer. The strike garnered massive support within the membership, with no members crossing the picket line.

The new contract includes large wage increases, an extra holiday, and additional retirement money.

“This is a victory,” said Jake Versteegh, an Amcor worker with more than 10 years at the company. “We’re excited to get back to work.”

Teamsters Local 238 is Iowa’s largest local union and represents public- and private-sector workers across numerous industries

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Matrix Pack partners with Curt G. Joa to supply machinery for dry molded fiber

Matrix Pack has entered into an industrialization partnership and machine supply agreement with JOA to support Matrix Pack’s business development in North America and Europe. Matrix Pack partners with JOA for Dry Molded Fiber Machiner – PulPac

Global food service packaging manufacturer, Matrix Pack is launching hot and cold drink lids, as the start of a new line of sustainable foodservice packaging products, using PulPac’s groundbreaking Dry Molded Fiber technology. Matrix Pack announces that it has entered into an industrialization partnership and machine supply agreement with Curt G. JOA Inc. (JOA), a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of converting machinery for the hygiene industry. JOA will support Matrix Pack’s business development in North America and Europe.

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Essity Appoints Sandra Aberg as Vice President and Head of Investor Relations

Essity has appointed Sandra Aberg as Vice President and Head of Investor Relations, effective September 1, 2023. Aberg is currently Director Investor Relations at Essity. The current Head of Investor Relations, Johan Karlsson, will assume the role of Vice President Business Control at Essity.

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Players see early signs of stabilisation on German newsprint market

Demand in August is not weaker than in July and the spot market has calmed down somewhat, respondents told EUWID. Incoming orders have picked up slightly. According to several paper industry representatives, there are growing signs that capacity utilisation is gradually improving.

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