Asia's pulp and paper sector in 2025 grapples with raw material shortages, trade volatility, and cost pressures while accelerating sustainability and digital innovation.

AF&PA's latest Q3 2025 report shows continued decreases in US containerboard and boxboard production, signaling operational and inventory changes for mills and converters.

Major M&A in Asia-Pacific's tissue sector in 2025—highlighted by the Suzano-Kimberly Clark JV and Vinda’s RGE integration—are setting new benchmarks for capacity, vertical integration, and sustainable practices amid shifting demand and supply chain realignment.

Valmet expands roll maintenance capacity at its Cernay Service Center to better support efficiency and reliability for European pulp and paper mills.

Kimberly-Clark has agreed to acquire Kenvue in a $48.7 billion transaction, expanding beyond traditional paper products and setting a new benchmark in the American hygienics and packaging sector.

Oki Mills’ advanced operations and cost control strategies propel TKIM to a 108% profit increase year-on-year, offsetting weaker sales in Indonesia’s pulp and packaging sector.

The European paper and packaging industry is experiencing steady growth in 2025, fueled by rising demand for sustainable, recyclable solutions, e-commerce expansion, and regulatory mandates for circular economy practices.

EPAT has released Version 4.2, introducing tools for EUDR compliance and human rights performance in European pulp and paper supply chains.

International Paper posts a $1.1B Q3 net loss—driven by mill closures and divestments—in a major repositioning toward sustainable packaging.

Lucart has signed an agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Cartindustria Eurocarta Srl, consolidating its position in the European specialty packaging sector.