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AK Bolhassan (1952 – 2009) It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our editor, AK Bolhassan (known as Abang among his friends and colleagues), on 27 … Read More
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Impacts of the Russian-Ukrainian Conflict on the Pulp and Paper Industry
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine started with a full-scale military invasion of Ukraine by Russia on 24 February 2022. The conflict has been the major cause of concern to … Read More
Green Economy Increasingly Important for Companies
Green Economy Business Summit 2022 opens up the green economy from a business perspective. At the event, there will be discussions on how to ensure adequate economic well-being while reducing … Read More
5 Essential Properties of a Soft and Bulky Tissue Paper
By Irene D’Olivo, A.Celli Paper Tissue papers are usually intended for the hygienic-sanitary market and, precisely for this reason, their most requested characteristics are softness and bulkiness. However, there are other important properties that depend, … Read More
Valmet Supplies Quality Control System to Papeterie Le Bourray in France
Valmet will supply IQ Quality Control System to Papeterie Le Bourray in France. The new system will replace the aging old third-party system and will be installed on tissue machine … Read More
Valmet Launches Intelligent Fibre Furnish Control to Secure Better Refiner Operation
Valmet introduces the Valmet Fiber Furnish Control application package for board and papermakers to stabilize refiner operation for maximized production efficiency with ensured furnish quality. Based on real time measurements of multiple … Read More
Billerudkorsnäs to Acquire Verso to Ignite Growth in North America
Creates one of the largest providers of virgin fibre paper and packaging with a cost and quality advantage BillerudKorsnäs has entered into a merger agreement with Verso Corporation (Verso) under … Read More
Leading Paper Manufacturers Rely on Voith Expertise for Resource-Efficient Rebuilds and Optimization Projects to Boost Competitiveness
Indonesian paper manufacturer PT Mega Surya Eratama commissions Voith to rebuild their newsprint paper machine to a state-of-the-art packaging production line at its Mojokerto paper mill Various success stories around … Read More
Solenis Acquired by Platinum Equity, Simultaneously Acquires Sigura Water
Combined Entity Creates a Diversified Leader in Sustainable Solutions for Water-Intensive Industries. Solenis, a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, has been acquired by Platinum Equity from Clayton, Dubilier & … Read More
Simo Sääskilahti Appointed Business Line President, Flow Control
The merger between Valmet and Neles is planned to take place in the beginning of 2022 once the necessary merger control approvals by the relevant competition authorities are obtained. In … Read More
Zume Partners with Solenis to Open Up PFA-Free Molded Fibre Packaging and Manufacturing Playbook to Global Food and CPG Brands
In an unprecedented move, the companies are open-sourcing the recipe and playbook to encourage all brands to leverage the breakthrough in their manufacturing processes. Zume, the sustainability solutions company creating … Read More