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Suzano reaches nominal capacity and 1 million tons of production in record time with Andritz-delivered pulp mill
Suzano has reached remarkable production milestones at its new pulp mill in Ribas do Rio Pardo, Brazil, delivered by Andritz. The world’s largest single-line eucalyptus pulp mill achieved average nominal capacity within less than six months after start-up, nearly four months ahead of schedule. Another milestone was met on January 8 when the mill’s production reached its first 1 million tons of pulp. When fully operational, the mill will have an annual production capacity of 2.55 million tons.
Stora Enso achieves milestone in carbon reduction
By the end of 2024, Stora Enso achieved a 53% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, surpassing the target of a 50% reduction by 2030 from the 2019 base year. This milestone reflects the Group's long-term commitment to proactive decarbonisation efforts.
Global Player recognizes SCA’s forestry work and climate efforts on the A-list
SCA has secured a spot on CDP’s (Carbon Disclosure Project) A-List for companies, authorities, and cities in the categories assessing forestry work, procurement of forest raw materials, and efforts against climate change. Per Funkquist, Head of Sustainability, sees this as clear and positive recognition that SCA’s sustainability efforts are at the forefront on a global scale.
Billerud's sustainability work gains international recognition by A-list ranking from CDP
Billerud receives a new award when the international organization CDP ranks Billerud as one of the companies and organizations which are at the forefront globally in sustainability work as well as transparency in sustainability reporting. Billerud is placed on CDP's top A-list in the “Climate” category out of a total of nearly 25,000 companies globally reviewed in 2024.
Hunkeler Innovationdays
Mondi: Wide range of high-speed inkjet papers at Hunkeler Innovationdays
Mondi is back at Hunkeler Innovationdays, a premier continuous feed and sheet fed technology and networking event. From 24 to 27 February, the company will be in Lucerne, Switzerland to present its comprehensive portfolio of high-speed inkjet papers.
Toscotec to participate in EXPOACOTEPAC in Colombia
Toscotec will take part in the 33rd International Conference and EXPOACOTEPAC 2025 organized by the Colombian Association of Technicians of the Cellulose, Paper, and Cardboard Industry (ACOTEPAC) from 19th to 21st February in Cali, Colombia.
Andritz strengthens environmental offering with acquisition of LDX Solutions
International technology group Andritz has acquired LDX Solutions, a provider of emission reduction technologies and related services in the North American industrial market, with annual revenues of about $100 million. This acquisition further strengthens Andritz’s offering of environmental technologies and its presence in the growing North American market.
Heinzel-Mondi-Sappi Research Award 2025
APV Graz and the Institute of Bioproducts and Paper Technology would like to remind you that until February 28th there is still the chance to submit a nomination for the Heinzel-Mondi-Sappi Research Award, which will be presented at the next Paper & Biorefinery Conference (4/5 June 2025) in Graz/Austria.
Workshop “Recyclability of paper & board based packaging”
PTS Papiertechnische Stiftung cordially invites to their workshop “Recyclability of paper & board based packaging” on March 11 and 12, 2025. This online workshop gives the opportunity to get a closer look at different main aspects of recycling and recovered paper. During the two-day course, the workshop covers the legislation and regulations for packaging waste and paper for recycling, the technical aspects of recycling including test methods and also the design to recycle packaging more effectively.
Mondi and Zwiesel Glas collaborate on premium packaging solutions
Mondi has collaborated with Zwiesel Glas, a Bavarian-based producer of high-quality crystal glassware, to develop bespoke packaging for its ‘Handmade’ collection. The range, known for its craftsmanship and fine design, required packaging that reflects the same standard of quality and precision.
Voith's rebuild measures secure energy savings and efficiency increases in the dry end for Papierfabrik Jass
In March 2024, Voith carried out extensive upgrades to the predryer section and the heat recovery of paper manufacturer Jass' PM 3 at its Fulda site. Since up to two-thirds of the energy consumed during paper production is required in the dryer section, Jass is achieving great savings potential and significantly increased machine availability at the site. The measures implemented during the month-long rebuild now show their effect: The company reports improved runability and energy savings in the dryer section of PM 3, which produces 280,000 tons of paper annually with basis weights of 120 to 140 g/m2.
SCA to increase kraftliner prices by € 90 per tonne
SCA increases the prices on brown and white kraftliner in Europe by € 90 per tonne. The new price is valid from March 1, 2025.
