Valmet is to supply an OptiConcept M board making line with automation and services to Anhui Linping Circular Development in China. The new board line PM 8 will produce recycled liner grades. The start-up is scheduled for the end of 2025. The order is included in Valmet's orders received of the third quarter 2024. The value of the order will not be disclosed, but such a board making line is typically worth between EUR 40 million and EUR 60 million. ”We chose Valm

Suzano, the world's largest pulp producer and a global leader in the manufacture of bioproducts developed from eucalyptus, recognized the socio-environmental and quality performance of its suppliers at the second edition of Suzano Valoriza, an event that took place on October 1. The awards were given to partners who stood out in practices applied to the topics of Climate, Water Security, ESG Management and in four new categories that were included in this edition: Innovability (innovation

The American Forest & Paper Association President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding the recent strike of ILA workers across the U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports. “This strike will have serious consequences for the U.S. economy and the manufacturing sector, including industries like ours that rely heavily on port activity for exporting goods. Without access to ports, our member companies face tough choices, including whether to pause or shut down mi

At Mercer Peace River (MPR), we are dedicated to fostering strong relationships with our communities, promoting sustainable practices, and advancing reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. This August, we participated in several meaningful activities that reflect our commitment to community support, education, and inclusivity. Here’s a closer look at these initiatives and their impact: Empowering Indigenous Youth: Outland Youth Employment Program (OYEP) Visit On August

Suzano and the UN Global Compact – Rede Brasil, with the support of the International Labor Organization (ILO), are launching an initiative that aims to promote the guarantee of human rights and decent work in the forestry sector. Created to encourage the implementation of due diligence, the promotion and awareness of the supply of work in adequate conditions, as well as to improve listening and assistance to workers in the forestry sector, the initiative was made official during the &#

Toscotec is sponsoring the sustainability-focused Pianeta Terra Festival for the third consecutive year. Organized by publisher Laterza under the scientific direction of prominent neurobiologist and author Stefano Mancuso, the event will run from 3rd to 6th October in Lucca with the intent to disseminate ideas and prompt conversations around sustainability. This third edition will dig into the theme of “Natural Communities” built on mutual support, identifying cooperatio

GreenFirst Forest Products Inc. announced that the previously announced 1 for 1,000 share consolidation (the “Consolidation”) of its common shares followed immediately by a 1,000 to 1 share split (the “Split” and together with the Consolidation, the “Share Capital Amendments”) are expected to become effective on October 7, 2024 (the “Effective Date”) for Common Shares held by shareholders at the close of business on October 4, 2024 (the &ld

Paper Excellence proudly supports the Outland Youth Employment Program (OYEP) which provides high school aged Indigenous youth with invaluable education and work experience. The six-week paid work experience offers participants a combination of education, training and hands-on work opportunities in a supportive and enriching environment. This summer, OYEP welcomed 150 youth from across Canada who contributed a total of 26,540 hours of work. By the end of the six weeks, there were a

Valmet will supply a Valmet IQ Quality Control System for corrugator to Inter Eastern Container Co., Ltd. in Prachinburi, Thailand. The order was included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2024. The value of the order will not be disclosed. The delivery will be completed in December 2024. “We trust Valmet’s solution and have a good partnership with them. We believe that the Valmet IQ Quality Control System will improve the quality of our c

Held in September in Hannover, Germany, the IAA Transportation Expo once again brought together transport industry professionals from Europe and around the world. UPM Plywood was represented by Sirkku Salmikuukka, Senior Manager for vehicle flooring end-use, Susanna Rinne, Vice President for Strategy and Business Development, as well as Sales Managers Joachim Stinsky and Pasi Kiimalainen from UPM Plywood’s sales office in Germany. The expo offered an excellent opportunity to discuss the