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Recycled paper redefined: Lessebo Recycled 1.3 boasts ultra-low CO2 emissions
Lessebo Paper is proud to unveil its latest environmental figures for Lessebo Recycled 1.3, a premium recycled paper quality launched to meet the highest standards of sustainability. With carbon emissions as low as 7.81 kg CO2 per ton of paper, measured according to the Paper Profile standard, this product boasts one of the lowest carbon footprints in the paper industry.
Drewsen Spezialpapiere acquires Portals Papers Ltd
The German manufacturer of security papers, Drewsen Spezialpapiere, has acquired Portals Papers, a renowned British producer of high-security papers, passport papers and identity documents. This strategic acquisition unites the expertise of two specialized specialists, offering the market an unparalleled range of knowledge and capabilities. In an age where counterfeit products can be created and disseminated with increasing ease, the merger of Drewsen and Portals marks a pivotal development. Together, they offer an exceptionally broad range of security features for paper solutions, ensuring diverse and even the highest levels of counterfeit protection.
Kaskad makes long-awaited comeback in the nordic market
The Swedish-made coloured paper Kaskad from Lessebo Paper, a classic beloved for its high quality and versatility, is back in the Nordic market after a hiatus. It is now available as a stock item at Addbrand. The distributor Addbrand is reintroducing the Kaskad paper series in A4 format for distribution in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland. The paper is already in stock, initial deliveries have been dispatched, and the customer response has been overwhelmingly positive.
SCA increases NBSK price to USD 1,530
SCA will increase the price on NBSK pulp (Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft) in Europe by 50 USD per tonne. The new price will be effective February 1st. “We observe improvements in several global markets, while producer stocks are decreasing,” comments Henning Ellström, VP Sales and Marketing Pulp.
Mondi at Paris Packaging Week 2025
Paris Packaging Week at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles exhibition centre is a global event for the cosmetics, beverage, luxury and aerosol packaging industries. It is the perfect meeting place for brand owners, material suppliers and service providers along the entire value chain. An important driver for the industry is sustainability. From 28 to 29 January 2025, Mondi will be demonstrating at Stand E34 how paper packaging can support the sustainability efforts of branded goods manufacturers in the luxury segment. With its broad portfolio, Mondi offers luxury goods manufacturers a wide range of sustainable papers for high-quality luxury packaging.
Mondi Neusiedler invests 20 million euros in more sustainable sites
Mondi has made good progress on the previously announced €20 million investment programme at its Neusiedler uncoated fine paper mills (Austria). The full benefit of the upgrades is expected from the first quarter of 2025, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions and increased energy efficiency and operational safety.
Redefining paper strength
Mondi has collaborated with Dobis to increase efficiency in the production and reduce paper grammages of their paper shopping bags for the fashion, fast food and retail industries. Dobis, a Polish converter specialising in the production of paper bags, has long been known for its focus on production efficiency and modernised operations.
Smurfit Westrock unveils new innovation for Bag-in-Box customers
Smurfit Westrock is proud to announce the launch of its latest pioneering innovation, the EasySplit Bag-in-Box® design which was specifically developed to meet the upcoming requirements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
On the road: Södra deploys first electric truck to transport pulp from Värö
As part of its efforts to achieve its climate goal of net zero emissions of fossil greenhouse gases by 2040, Södra’s first electric truck is on the road. Part of a pilot project, the truck will be entirely dedicated to transporting fossil-free deliveries of pulp from Värö to port terminals in Gothenburg and Varberg. This month, some shipments of pulp from Värö will be delivered by electric truck as part of Södra's climate efforts to achieve net zero emissions of fossil greenhouse gases by 2040. This one truck is expected to save 48 tonnes of CO2 per year, compared with a diesel-powered truck.
SCA signs a new credit facility agreement of SEK 6 billion
Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget SCA (publ) has signed a new credit facility of SEK 6 billion. The new facility is a refinancing of the current undrawn credit facility of SEK 5 billion, which was signed in 2019. The credit facility is primarily a back-up facility that will remain undrawn and serve as a liquidity reserve for the company.
Mondi starts up new extrusion line at Štĕtí
Mondi has announced the start-up of its new extrusion line at Mondi Coating Šteti (Czech Republic), marking another milestone in the Group’s commitment to support customers in their transition to sustainable solutions. The extrusion line is part of a wider investment that includes a new production building with state-of-the-art machinery including coating and slitting capabilities. The investment expands the production of FunctionalBarrier Papers and other high quality coated papers, offering paper-based solutions with customised barrier properties.
Cardboard Factory Obenauf: Company transaction completed
Alexander Wietasch took over the Bad Harzburg-based cardboard factory Obenauf as a shareholder at the beginning of October and will now head the company as CEO. Founded in 1886, the company manufactures high-quality products from solid board. The transaction was completed on October 1, 2024, at the same time Wietasch was appointed as CEO. After his technical career, the trained mechatronics engineer and industrial foreman studied Business Law. Before the takeover he headed the Westminster Group as Managing Director. Wietasch grew up in Salzgitter and is returning to his home region after holding various positions in Hong Kong and Berlin. The previous shareholder Tobias Neidhardt will continue to support the company as an advisor.
