On July 25th, the graduation day took place in Hussborg for the ten participants of the second round of SCA's training program for aspiring forest machine operators. "They’ve worked really hard! The training is quite comprehensive and consists of both theoretical and practical elements. It includes simulator training as well as operating actual machines," explains Björn Eriksson, business developer at SCA Forest and one of the individuals responsible for the tr

The New Brunswick forestry industry is deeply troubled by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s recent decision to increase anti-dumping duties on Canadian softwood lumber exports to the United States. The following statement can be attributed to Jerome Pelletier and Glen Warmen, Co-Chairs of the New Brunswick Lumber Producers:  “Increasing anti-dumping duties to 20.56 per cent from the current average rate of 7.66 per cent is unjustified. New Brunswick’

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock, representing U.S. pulp, tissue, paper, and paper-based packaging manufacturers, today issued the following statement:  “AF&PA appreciates the U.S. government’s engagement in securing an initial EU trade deal that will advance reciprocal, fair and balanced trade between our two economies.  As non-tariff trade barrier negotiations continue – and to further support U.S

full-line supplier Voith successfully commissioned a Compact Dispersion System in the stock preparation of PM 70 at Saica Paper in Nogent-sur-Seine followed in 2023 by a Compact Dispersion System for stock preparation on PM 60 at Saica Paper's Champblain site in Laveyron. Saica Paper, a leading manufacturer of paper and cardboard packaging in Europe, has expressed high satisfaction with the modern and efficient technologies that optimize its production processes and increase product quali

Warren Controls, a manufacturer of control valves and specialty fluid handling products, highlights the 3800 Series Rotary Control Valves, designed for reliability in challenging fluid control environments. The 3800 Series supports a wide variety of industries and media types, including erosive slurries, corrosive fluids, and high-temperature steam and water. The 3800 Series is available in sizes from 1 to 8 inches and meets ANSI 150 and 300 pressure class requirements. Its short-pa

UPM has received a Platinum rating from EcoVadis for its sustainability performance, placing the company in the top 1% globally. The EcoVadis assessment evaluates performance across four categories: Environment, Labor and Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. UPM’s overall score rose by 5 points to an impressive 90 out of 100. In addition, UPM received an A score in CDP’s 2024 Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA), which evaluates how companies engage their s

The New Brunswick forestry industry is deeply troubled by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s recent decision to increase anti-dumping duties on Canadian softwood lumber exports to the United States. The following statement can be attributed to Jerome Pelletier and Glen Warmen, Co-Chairs of the New Brunswick Lumber Producers:  “Increasing anti-dumping duties to 20.56 per cent from the current average rate of 7.66 per cent is unjustified. New Brunswick’

Aalberts integrated piping systems (IPS), a global leader in advanced integrated piping systems for the distribution and control of liquids and gasses, highlights its extensive customization capabilities, including tailored products, processes, and packaging that ensure project success from concept to completion. Whether modifying valve designs, creating custom packaging, or accelerating production schedules, Aalberts IPS delivers fully integrated, site-specific solutions that ensure the seam

Klabin, Brazil's largest producer and exporter of packaging paper and sustainable paper packaging solutions, has been recognized as the most innovative company in the South region of the country, achieving first place in the overall ranking of the Innovation Champions 2025 survey, conducted by the AMANHÃ Group. The initiative assesses the maturity of innovation management within organizations. In addition to overall recognition, Klabin ranked first in the Resources (which

Sappi Europe, a leading producer of graphic papers, announces the expansion of its Galerie portfolio with the launch of Galerie Book, a mechanical uncoated paper tailored to the specific needs of the book publishing market. Produced at Sappi's world-leading Kirkniemi Mill in Finland, this strategic product expansion builds on Sappi's strengths and addresses the growing need for reliable, sustainable, and versatile book paper options. The new offering leverages Sappi’s