Press Releases

Valmet announced on February 15, 2024, the start of change negotiations in certain parts of Services and Paper business lines, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) area organization and corporate functions. These negotiations included a plan to consider measures aimed at improving the profitability and competitiveness of the business operations, as well as adapting to the changing market situation. The change negotiations have now been completed, and as a result 60 roles in Finland an

Following the start-up of a Toscotec’s TADVISION® tissue machine, Hengan International Group has launched on the Chinese market premium quality structured tissue with excellent bulk, softness and absorbency properties. Installed at their Xiaogan mill, the new line is the first of two TAD machines that Hengan ordered from Toscotec to launch pioneering tissue products in the demanding Chinese market. Hengan’s second TAD machine will be installed at their headquarters p

Visitors to drupa 2024 will be the first to discover the benefits of combining the expertise and technology of Esko, X-Rite, Pantone, and Enfocus to deliver unparalleled value and operational efficiency to accelerate the go-to-market process for brands and their packaging supply chains. With live demonstrations on booth #A12 in hall 8B, attendees will experience the full suite of the com

The Voith Group mourns the loss of its former member of the Corporate Board of Management, Mr. Hans Müller. Hans Müller passed away on March 20, 2024 at the age of 82. Hans Müller accompanied and shaped the paper industry for over 40 years. From 1995 to 2005, he was a member of the Voith Corporate Board of Management and was responsible for the Group Division Voith Paper and, from 2000, also for the former Group Division Voith Fabrics. Under his leadership,

Kimberly-Clark Corporation announced that today, Mike Hsu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and members of his executive leadership team are unveiling the next phase of the company's transformation, including a new operating model and key commercial initiatives designed to grow its brands and businesses at a faster pace than its categories. "Over the past five years, our global team's dedication and strong execution have positioned us to fully leverage the scale we

A gas explosion occurred at Metsä Group's Kemi bioproduct mill in the evaporation plant during welding work on Thursday 21 March 2024. Three people were slightly exposed to hydrogen sulphide and were referred for a health check. The persons have returned to work after the check-up. After securing the area, an investigation into the material damage was launched. According to current information, the repair work will take 10 – 12 weeks. The production will be started wh

Accsys, has added Mery Bois as a new distributor in Belgium. For over 30 years, Mery Bois has been importing and supplying a wide range of wooden products, catering to the interior and exterior needs of various industries and clients. Their portfolio of solutions includes decks, claddings, insulation, and much more – providing tailored approaches for a variety of projects. Their commitment to quality construction materials perfectly aligns with Accsys’ mission to offer i

Valmet has decided to invest in filter fabric manufacturing in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, in order to better respond to the growing demand of high-performing filter fabrics in both the mining and pulp and paper industries in South America. The value of the new investment will not be disclosed. “The investment includes the relocation of the current office and manufacturing facility in Belo Horizonte, new machinery, and improvements in the operations’ energy efficiency and em

International technology group ANDRITZ has received a turn-key order from Northwood Tissue Ltd. to supply a new PrimeDry Hood and an air system for a tissue machine rebuild at the mill in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England. Start-up is planned for the third quarter of 2024. Installation of the new ANDRITZ gas-heated PrimeDry Hood HT (High-Temperature) will increase the drying capacity thanks to an impingement temperature of up to 530°C. It will also enable a higher heat

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from Lignatherm AG to supply a pressurized refining system for a new insulation board production plant in Küssnacht am Rigi, Switzerland. This greenfield plant will use exclusively wood chips from local forests to produce eco-friendly insulation board. Tobias Osterwalder, Bereichsleiter Weiterverarbeitung, Lignatherm AG, says: “’We are looking forward to offering insulation based entirely on natu