After sellers made initial downward price adjustments in May, the negative price trend for coated and uncoated woodfree paper in Germany appears to have intensified in June.
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Uetersen-based Feldmuehle GmbH, a German manufacturer specializing in coated label papers and flexible packaging papers, has filed for insolvency under self-administration as it seeks to restructure and stabilize its operations.
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Smurfit Westrock has announced significant operational changes that include the permanent closure of two paper mills in the United States and the potential closure of two converting facilities in Germany.
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The French market saw prices for ordinary grades of recovered paper climb significantly in April, in keeping with developments in other countries, including Germany. Concerns about adequate supply were rife, prompting buyers to dig much deeper into their pockets.
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دی
In September 2023, exports of toilet paper from Italy contracted to 10K tons, reducing by -5.8% compared with the month before. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in May 2023 with an increase of 27% month-to-month. In value terms, toilet paper exports reduced to $23M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2023.
Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in May 2023 with an increase of 23% m-o-m.
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آذر
ABB and the European Investment Bank (EIB), the lending arm of the European Union, have signed a €۵۰۰ million financing agreement to support ABB’s research and development in its Electrification business area.
Global demand for electricity is growing 10 times faster than other energy sources.1 Addressing this increasing demand in the context of the energy transition, ABB plans to use the EIB funding to design and develop next generation electrical distribution solutions. Development efforts will include solid-state circuit breakers, eco-friendly switchgear, and technology that enhances building efficiency and automation.
ABB’s solutions are used for example in commercial buildings, industrial operations or microgrids. The funding will support R&D projects in Germany, Italy, the Czech Republic, Finland, Norway, Poland, Switzerland and several other European countries.
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آذر
Global pulp prices have fallen steadily since late 2022, when they reached record highs. The most significant decline has been for hardwood pulp, traded at a substantial discount to softwood pulp. Global pulp inventories were down during the summer, and there were signs that the market tightened, and pulp producers were starting to see opportunities to move prices upward in the fourth quarter of 2023 following almost 12 months of declining pulp prices.
Despite declines in pulp prices over the past year, wood fiber costs have not experienced the same downward trend. On the contrary, tighter residual supply resulting from lower lumber production has kept wood chip prices high in many markets.
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Paperworld China kicks off this Friday as industry players reunite for face-to-face business
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آبان
Over 300 exhibitors are set to showcase a wide spectrum of stationery, office supplies as well as personalised, cultural and trendy products at this week’s Paperworld China, which takes place at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. From 17 – ۱۹ November 2023, the show will offer global buyers a well-rounded sourcing experience and an efficient platform for national and international business. A dynamic series of industry activities, insightful seminars and engaging discussions will be held concurrently to enrich participants’ experiences.
Ms Judy Cheung, Deputy General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, is looking forward to a successful three days of business exchange: “This year’s show carries immense significance, as it marks its first return since 2020 after being interrupted by the pandemic. Players from across the entire industry are eager to once again gather at the fairground to reconnect and unveil their latest in stationery, office supplies, hobby, arts and craft supplies. Additionally, this year’s show has been further enriched by including trendy consumer lifestyle goods. We can’t wait for exhibitors and buyers to take advantage of the expanded range of products and make the most of this exciting opportunity for new business to be generated.”
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آبان
Carton Group, a leading supplier of packaging solutions and a portfolio company of Waterland Private Equity, has completed a successful refinancing and made three strategic acquisitions in Italy, Germany and the UK. The company is further developing its position as a multinational player and underscoring its commitment to innovation, sustainability and design.
Carton Group started as a Waterland portfolio company in 2020. Following the two initial acquisitions of Joh. Leupold GmbH & Co. KG in Schwabach and Strobel AG in Roth, it is now taking important steps to forge ahead with its growth strategy. A group refinancing has laid a solid financial foundation for implementing the company’s ambitious plans and further strengthening its market position. On this basis, Carton Group has made three major acquisitions since September 2023, thereby expanding its portfolio and its presence on the international market: The addition of new group members Europoligrafico in Italy, noble-pac in Düren, North Rhine Westphalia, and Wrapology in London, UK, represents a transformative milestone in the development of Carton Group.
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VTT finds unprecedented extensible limits for formable cellulose-based food packaging to replace single-use plastic
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آبان
Enabled by foam forming technology, VTT’s formable cellulose-based webs with 30% extensibility were used to make rigid packages using an industrial product packaging line. This opens up the manufacturing of a wide range of sustainable packaging solutions.
In a pilot-scale study to find alternative raw materials for rigid plastic packages, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has obtained unprecedented maximum limits of its highly extensible formable cellulose-based webs used for rigid packaging applications. The results enable the manufacturing of a wide range of sustainable 3D packaging solutions that were previously unattainable.
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آبان
Despite the extremely difficult situation created by the ongoing conflict, A.Celli and Kochavinska Paper Factory teams managed to start up the new iDEAL® tissue line provided for the plant located in the Lviv region.
A.Celli and Kochavinska Paper Factory show the result of their joined forces: the first tissue paper roll produced with the new A.Celli turnkey plant located in the Lviv region, Ukraine.
The difficulties caused by the war posed a real challenge to the success of the project, leading to the search of new ways to complete the planned interventions. Thanks to this approach, A.Celli managed to install the plant and perform the commissioning and start-up with very few field resources and intensive remote support, once again confirming itself as a company ready to be at its customer’s side in any situation.
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آبان
In July 2023, after two months of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of paper and paperboard (creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated), when their volume decreased by -15.6% to 380 tons. In general, total imports indicated a pronounced increase from July 2022 to July 2023: its volume increased at an average monthly rate of +2.5% over the last twelve months. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period.
Based on July 2023 figures, imports increased by +35.8% against April 2023 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in January 2023 with an increase of 142% month-to-month. In value terms, paper and paperboard imports contracted to $1.1M (IndexBox estimates) in July 2023. Over the period under review, total imports indicated tangible growth from July 2022 to July 2023: its value increased at an average monthly rate of +2.4% over the last twelve months. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on July 2023 figures, imports increased by +21.8% against April 2023 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in August 2022 when imports increased by 79% m-o-m. As a result, imports attained the peak of $1.5M. From September 2022 to July 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
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آبان
The hygiene and health company Essity has inaugurated the world’s first production line for professional hygiene tissue products where the raw material consists of used food and milk packaging. The facility recycles 25,000 tons per year, equivalent to 60% of all collected, sorted and recycled food and beverage cartons in France.
Since 2008, Essity’s plant in Hondouville has been the leader in recycling paper fiber from food and beverage packaging in France. The latest expansion has increased the recycling capacity by 40%. In addition to increased recycling capacity, the process also enables the recycling of almost all the materials in the packaging, including plastic and aluminum. Essity uses the fiber raw material to manufacture tissue products under the Tork brand.
Essity is constantly developing new methods to reuse materials and optimize resources, with the aim of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The company has similar recycling initiatives in Germany, the Netherlands and most recently in Ecuador, where Essity is collaborating with McDonald’s and the company ReciVeci to recycle paper cups from fast-food restaurants.
“A truly circular society can only be achieved if there is integrated collaboration between all members of the value chain, and our production plant in Hondouville is a role model in end to-end circular economy. The production facility provides cost-efficient and sustainable production while we take important steps toward a world with zero landfill,” says Donato Giorgio, President, Global Supply Chain at Essity.
France is Essity’s second largest market in Europe with approximately 2,300 employees and annual sales of SEK 11.7bn. Essity manufactures and sells hygiene and health products under leading brands, such as Actimove, Cutimed, Delta-Cast, Demak’Up, JOBST, Leukoplast, Lotus, Nana, Okay, TENA and Tork.
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Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG has delivered the two longest sheetfed offset presses ever produced to leading global packaging manufacturer WestRock. The longest, delivered to WestRock’s Tczew, Poland facility, is a 42 metre, specially adapted custom configuration of a Speedmaster XL 106 with a total of 20 printing and coating units.
This record-breaking press represents a key Heidelberg business strategy: “We help our customers simplify their printing processes and boost their productivity by offering them a high level of automation and flexibility, something that is especially important at a time when the skills shortage is becoming more acute worldwide,” says Heidelberg CEO Dr. Ludwin Monz. This business strategy is increasingly paying dividends. With annual growth of approximately 2.3 percent forecast, the folding carton market is a strategic growth segment for Heidelberg.
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مهر
Andritz will supply a pressurized refining system to Sonae Arauco Deutschland GmbH’s mill in Meppen, Germany, to produce wood-based insulation products. This will be the 15th insulation board production line equipped with an ANDRITZ pressurized refining system, confirming ANDRITZ’s strong position in the industry.
The new line will process a mixture of wood chips from different types of timber to produce insulation boards for the construction industries. Start-up is scheduled for 2025.
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مهر
Mr. Reuswich, the owner of AIP group, and Top Management team visit the Advanced Industries Packaging plant in Achern, Germany, to discuss the progress achieved within the last 6 months since the acquisition and future strategy of AIP group development.
The visit also included a comprehensive tour of the production floor, led by the Plant Director, who provided insights into the plant’s current operational activities. This hands-on experience allowed the participants to gain a deeper understanding of the plant’s day-to-day operations and the dedication of the AIP team in delivering top-quality packaging solutions.
In addition to these activities, a highly productive meeting was held between the Works Council of the AIP plant in Achern and the Top Management team. This collaborative dialogue served as a testament to our commitment to fostering strong relationships with the company’s workforce, ensuring that their voices are heard and valued.
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مهر
AB Grigeo, one of the largest paper and wood industry company groups in the Baltic States, has signed a preliminary agreement for the purchase of shares regarding the acquisition of one of the factories of Głuchołaskie Zakłady Papiernicze sp. z o.o (GZP), a tissue paper and cardboard manufacturer in Poland.
The company intends to acquire 100% of the shares of the subsidiary company of GZP which will manage the tissue paper business in Niedomice, Poland.
The transaction is planned to be completed within 6 months, subject to the conditions precedent specified in the agreement. The company plans to finance this acquisition from its own financial resources.
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مهر
Luigi Lazzareschi, the CEO of Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, has been recognized as a 2023 Store Brands Game Changer.
For the past three years, Store Brands has recognized private-label organization leaders and brands across the world whose innovative ideas are driving positive change in the industry. Lazzareschi was recognized for his leadership in technological and personnel investments to enhance Sofidel’s sustainability efforts.
“It’s our priority to create an inclusive, resilient and sustainable future for people and the planet,” said Luigi Lazzareschi, CEO, Sofidel. “I’m honored to be featured as a 2023 Store Brands Game Changer. We are committed to promoting transformative change and creating shared value for all our stakeholders; our customers and distributors are key partners in achieving this purpose.”
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Sofidel announced that it is investing $185 million to increase production capacity at its tissue mill in Circleville, Ohio. The project involves the construction of a new building that will house a new Valmet DCT 200 tissue machine. The new machine will have the capacity to produce 70,000 metric tons per year.
The Circleville plant, which started-up in October of 2018, currently operates two Valmet Advantage NTT tissue machines. Each machine has the capacity to produce 70,000 metric tons per year.
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Glatfelter has entered into an agreement with Ekman & Co. to market Glatfelter’s high quality, specialty Abaca pulp exclusively through Ekman’s global sales agency platform.
Glatfelter has increased its market capacity of Abaca pulp and is partnering with Ekman’s global sales organization to reach new and innovative markets for this fiber.
Abaca is a unique, durable, strong fiber with a variety of applications, including filtration (tea, coffee), currency paper, textile, rope & twine, and several other applications where strength, porosity, and natural fibers are required.
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