PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 day ago

Automation is becoming the operating system of modern industry Automation is no longer a nice-to-have but optional efficiency tool. It is now a strategic necessity that belongs on the board agenda, to be discussed alongside AI. In a world of geopolitical uncertai...

ABB Automation : Automation is becoming the operating system of modern industry - on PaperFIRST & TissueFIRST app

#paperfirst #tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/automation-i...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 days ago

International Paper to Acquire North Pacific Paper Company International Paper, a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has entered into an agreement to acquire North Pacific Paper Company, a portfolio company of One Rock Capital Partners, for $360MM. NO...

International Paper to Acquire North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC) - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/internationa...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 days ago

Lecta enhances its metallized paper performance with the new Leitzaran EXPERT K5 metallizing line developed with BOBST Advanced metallization technology and intelligent process control for high-performance barrier papers for packaging applications Lecta has commissioned a new metallizing line, Leitzaran, at its mill i...

Lecta enhances its metallized paper performance with the new Leitzaran EXPERT K5 metallizing line developed with BOBST - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/lecta-enhanc...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 days ago

European paper sacks reduce carbon footprint by 9% between 2021 and 2024 European paper sacks have become significantly more climate-efficient: their carbon footprint per sack decreased by 9% between 2021 and 2024. This is the outcome of a recent study conducted by RISE on...

European paper sacks reduce carbon footprint by 9% between 2021 and 2024 - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/european-pap...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 days ago

Mondi expands paper bags business in Southeast Asia through new joint venture Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is expanding its paper bags business in Southeast Asia through a joint venture with PT Indocement Tunggal Prakarsa Tbk (“Indocement”), one of...

Mondi Group expands paper bags business in Southeast Asia through new joint venture - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/mondi-expand...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 days ago

Koehler Paper: Opening Event Kicks Off Large-Scale Communication Campaign Focusing on Recyclable Packaging Paper The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) could not be any clearer: With its ambitious recycling targets, it is intended to significantly reduce packaging waste, and accordingly serves ...

Koehler Paper: Opening Event Kicks Off Large-Scale Communication Campaign Focusing on Recyclable Packaging Paper - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/koehler-pape...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 days ago

Metsä Board brings its Lead the Pack strategy into practice at Interpack 2026 At Interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf (7–13 May), Metsä Board, a leading European producer of fresh fibre paperboards and part of Metsä Group, will showcase how its Lead the Pack strategy supports customers...

Metsä Board brings its Lead the Pack strategy into practice at interpack 2026 - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/metsa-board-...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 days ago

Kimberly-Clark Announces Post-Closing Organizational Structure and Identifies Key Leadership Kimberly‑Clark Corporation today announced the organizational structure and key leadership that will become effective upon completion of its pending acquisition of Kenvue Inc. (NYSE: KVUE). The organi...

Kimberly-Clark Announces Post-Closing Organizational Structure and Identifies Key Leadership - on TissueFIRST app

#tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/kimberly-cla...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

5 days ago

Mondi Neusiedler reaches one year of Zero Waste to Landfill operations Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has reached one year of Zero Waste to Landfill operations at its Neusiedler mill in Austria. The mill has now operated for 12 consecutive mon...

Mondi Neusiedler GmbH reaches one year of Zero Waste to Landfill operations - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/mondi-neusie...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

5 days ago

MPH1865 joins WEPA and becomes Wepa Professional France - on TissueFIRST app
#tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/mph1865-join...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

5 days ago

Faderco: A new milestone for Algerian industry Faderco participated in the National Export Campaign, held under the supervision of the Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, Professor Kamel Rezig. Faderco continues its international expan...

Faderco: A new milestone for Algerian industry - on TissueFIRST app

#tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/faderco-a-ne...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

Navigator raises tissue prices by 5% to 7% to mitigate cost inflation The Navigator Company announced today an increase of between 5% and 7% in the prices of its tissue papers (toilet paper, napkins, kitchen rolls, hand towels, among others) in all markets where it operates, applicable to shipments from 1st May 2026. The measure aims to respond to inflationary pressure resulting from the significant and widespread […]

The Navigator Company raises tissue prices by 5% to 7% to mitigate cost inflation - on TissueFIRST app

#tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/navigator-ra...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

Valmet to deliver the sixth new chipping line to ITC Limited in India to meet increased capacity needs Valmet has received an order from ITC Limited to supply a new wood chipping line to its pulp mill in Bhadrachalam, India. The delivery is part of ITC’s ongoing improvement initiatives at the Bhadrachalam mill to increase chipping capacity with high quality chips. The new line is designed for low wood losses, superior and even […]

Valmet to deliver the sixth new chipping line to ITC Limited in India to meet increased capacity needs - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/valmet-to-de...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

WEPA and MPH1865 join forces to strengthen their presence in the French Away-from-Home market - on TissueFIRST app

#tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/wepa-and-mph...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

Mondi showcases semi-chemical fluting portfolio for demanding food and heavy-duty supply chains Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, ensures consistent packaging performance across long journeys and fluctuating climate conditions, where material choice is especially critical for products to arrive intact. Its semi-chemical portfolio includes ProVantage Powerflute®, made from 100% fresh fibre and developed for applications requiring maximum strength and resistance to variable climates; ProVantage […]

Mondi Group showcases semi-chemical fluting portfolio for demanding food and heavy-duty supply chains - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/mondi-showca...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

Henkel expands its barrier and heat seal coatings portfolio for paper applications Paper-based packaging has become much more than just a matter of image, particularly in the food and e-commerce sectors. Brand owners and packaging manufacturers are switching to sustainable and, abov...

Henkel expands its barrier and heat seal coatings portfolio for paper applications - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/henkel-expan...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

DS Smith supports the launch of Lalique Beauty’s “Tales of Light” home fragrance collection with a fiber-based packaging solution Lalique Beauty, a member of the Lalique Group rooted in the House’s iconic heritage, has called upon the expertise of DS Smith—an International Paper company and a global provider of sustainable cellu...

DS Smith supports the launch of Lalique Beauty SA’s "Tales of Light" home fragrance collection with a fiber-based packaging solution - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/ds-smith-sup...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

Valmet strengthens its flow control presence in Australia by inaugurating a new service center and manufacturing unit in Sydney Valmet is strengthening its flow control capabilities in Australia with the inauguration of a new service center and a manufacturing unit in Sydney. The new facility enhances the availability of missi...

Valmet strengthens its flow control presence in Australia by inaugurating a new service center and manufacturing unit in Sydney - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/valmet-stren...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

Billerud’s Nomination Committee proposes election of new Chairman and new Board member at the Annual General Meeting 2026 The Nomination Committee in Billerud has decided to propose to the Annual General Meeting 2026 that Magnus Nicolin shall be elected as new Chairman of the Board and that Bernd Eikens shall be elected ...

Billerud’s Nomination Committee proposes election of new Chairman and new Board member at the Annual General Meeting 2026 - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/billeruds-no...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 week ago

The emtec Electronic Team showcases its smart measurement technologies at TappiCon 2026 Together with its partner company, emtec Electronic North Amercia, the German company emtec Electronic GmbH will present its technical innovations for process optimization to all interested visitors a...

The emtec Electronic GmbH Team showcases its smart measurement technologies at TAPPICon 2026 - on PaperFIRST app & TissueFIRST app

#paperfirst #tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/the-emtec-el...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Grünperga & Starkraft Accelerate Paper-Based Packaging Market Entry with one.five one.five, Hamburg-based AI-powered packaging developer, has successfully deployed its Product Market Fit Compass with 2 leading producers of high‑quality  paper. The new tool analyses market, material...

Grünperga Papier GmbH & Starkraft Accelerate Paper-Based Packaging Market Entry with one.five- on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/grunperga-st...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Rottneros enters into an amended loan agreement with the Company’s lenders Rottneros AB has entered into an amendment and restatement agreement to the existing loan agreement that is better adapted to the Company’s financial situation. In the year-end report for 2025 publish...

Rottneros AB enters into an amended loan agreement with the Company’s lenders - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/rottneros-en...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Lecta expands the applications of EraCup Natural across food service packaging A high-performance paperboard for cups, bowls, trays and other takeaway packaging uses. Lecta continues to drive innovation in more sustainable food service packaging with EraCup Natural, a next-gener...

Lecta expands the applications of EraCup Natural across food service packaging - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/lecta-expand...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Sappi Carmignano improves coat drying and reduces energy consumption Ircon-Solaronics was selected by the Sappi group to improve the coat drying in their mill in Carmignano di Brenta (Italy). The project consisted by replacing an old inefficient gas infrared dryer (mor...

Ircon-Solaronics : Sappi Carmignano improves coat drying and reduces energy consumption - on PaperFIRST app
#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/sappi-carmig...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

4 weeks ago

The Navigator Company announces 4–7% price increase on UWF papers in Europe from April 6th onwards The Navigator Company will implement a 4-7% price increase on all uncoated woodfree (UWF) printing and writing paper products sold in Europe, with the upper range applied to entry‑level grades. The ne...

The Navigator Company announces 4–7% price increase on UWF papers in Europe from April 6th onwards - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/the-navigato...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 month ago

Xuan Mai Paper starts up second ANDRITZ deinking pulp line in Vietnam Xuan Mai Paper has started up its second deinking pulp (DIP) line supplied by international technology group ANDRITZ at its mill in Ho Chi Minh City, strengthening its capacity for high-quality recycl...

Xuan Mai Paper starts up second ANDRITZ Pulp and Paper deinking pulp line in Vietnam - on TissueFIRST app

#tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/xuan-mai-pap...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 month ago

Latest Innovations in Fiber and Surface Analysis: emtec Electronic at CIDPEX 2026 in Nanjing, China In a few weeks, German measuring instrument manufacturer emtec Electronic will present its latest innovations for determining the zeta potential in the wet-end of paper production and for measuring so...

Latest Innovations in Fiber and Surface Analysis: emtec Electronic GmbH Electronic at CIDPEX (China International Disposable Paper Expo) 2026 in Nanjing, China - on TissueFIRST app

#tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/latest-innov...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 month ago

Kemira Secures Canadian PMRA Registration for KemConnect® DEX Kemira, a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries, today announced that it has secured Canadian Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) registration for KemConn...

Kemira Secures Canadian PMRA Registration for KemConnect® DEX - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/kemira-secur...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 month ago

REPACAR Renews its Board of Directors and Strengthens its Role as the Leading Association for Paper and Cardboard Recycling in Spain The Spanish Association of Paper and Cardboard Recyclers and Recoverers (REPACAR) has held its extraordinary electoral General Assembly. This meeting takes place every three years to elect the members...

Repacar Renews its Board of Directors and Strengthens its Role as the Leading Association for Paper and Cardboard Recycling in Spain - on PaperFIRST app

#paperfirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/repacar-rene...

PaperFIRST

@francoistheking.bsky.social

1 month ago

Unique beetle discovery on SCA land in Västerbotten The very rare shining beetle Glischrochilus tremulae has been found in SCA’s biodiversity park Tjäderberget outside Lycksele, marking the first recorded discovery in Västerbotten. The species has stri...

Unique beetle discovery on SCA Ecosystem land in Västerbotten - on PaperFIRST app & TissueFIRST app

#pulpfirst #paperfirst #tissuefirst #sustainableworld
www.paperfirst.info/unique-beetl...