Papelera Guipuzcoana de Zicuñaga has awarded international technology group ANDRITZ an order to deliver a new chipping line for its pulp mill in Hernani, Spain. Start-up is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026. The delivery includes a new chipping line with a horizontally fed HHQ-Chipper featuring the advanced TurnKnife knife system, which ensures efficient use of the wood raw material and provides the highest chip quality on the market. The scope of supply comp

Albany International Corp., a global leader in advanced materials science that uses innovative processing and automation capabilities to design, produce, and deliver products and services for the paper and aerospace industries, is excited to announce the relocation of its corporate headquarters from Rochester, New Hampshire to Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The relocation marks a significant milestone for Albany International. “This move represents a transformative step forward fo

Sappi has once again earned a place on the prestigious Forbes magazine and Statista  World’s Best Employers list for 2025 as well as the World’s Top Companies for Women list for 2025. These recognitions reaffirm Sappi’s continued commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging and purpose-driven workplace - one where people feel valued, empowered and inspired to grow. The dual recognition highlights the company’s strong international standing, as

To meet the growing demand in the North American market, Sofidel, tissue paper group headquartered in Lucca (Italy) and one of the world’s leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and household use – known especially in Italy and Europe for its Regina brand – today announces a new investment to further expand its production capacity in the United States. The investment includes the installation of a Valmet TAD (Through-Air-Dried) paper machine with an annual pro

Klabin, Brazil's largest producer and exporter of packaging paper and sustainable paper packaging solutions, has incorporated three new Private Natural Heritage Reserves (RPPNs) in Paraná: Barra Mansa (Arapoti) and Vale do Corisco (Sengés), included through the Caetê Project; and Samuel Klabin (Imbaú). These areas join the RPPNs Monte Alegre, also located in Paraná, and Complexo Serra da Farofa, in Santa Catarina, consolidating the Company's historic

Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, launches a breakthrough innovative solution for the coffee pod market, GreenPod Home, which has received the official OK compost HOME certification from TÜV Austria.  The certification confirms that GreenPod Home range can break down and biodegrade in domestic conditions, leaving no toxic residues or persistent microplastics behind. It enables converters and brand owners to develop GreenPod solutions that consum

Finish Thompson Inc. (FTI), an international leader in the corrosive chemical transfer industry, highlights its advanced range of pumps engineered to address the demanding requirements of flammable and combustible liquid transfer. Drawing on decades of experience in corrosive chemical handling, FTI offers reliable, compliant pumping solutions that support safe storage, transport and processing of hazardous fluids in industrial operations. Engineered for critical containment and oper

Voith and Saica Group will celebrate 25 years of the PM 9 production line at Saica in El Burgo de Ebro, Zaragoza, Spain. Today, the board and packaging machine is regarded as a true benchmark and leader in terms of operational efficiency and product quality. PM 9 started up on October 12, 2000. The production line was designed to meet Saica’s goal of producing a basis weight range of 75 to 110 gsm with operational speeds from 975 to 1,450 m/min and a production capacity of 350

Accoya USA has expanded its North American footprint with the appointment of Klinai, as its first direct Accoya distributor in Mexico. With this strategic milestone, Accoya, the high-performance, sustainable wood, celebrated for its durability and dimensional stability, is now directly distributed in the three largest North American markets: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Klinai, a family-owned company with over 45 years’ experience in woodworking, has strong market kn

The 3rd edition of CorruTec ASIA concluded last month after four energetic days at BITEC, Bangkok, reinforcing its role as ASEAN’s dedicated platform for corrugated packaging technologies and solutions. Co-located with the well-established PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL, the exhibition demonstrated how corrugated packaging continues to power supply chains across e-commerce, FMCG, logistics, and industrial sectors — cementing its position as a critical engine of growth for the region.