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Sappi Workers in Skowhegan Authorize Strike, Rally for Fair Contract

Workers at Sappi's Somerset Mill in Skowhegan, Maine are gearing up for a potential strike as negotiations with the company reach a critical point.

Western Forest Products Curtails Sawmill Production, Impacts Hundreds of Jobs

Western Forest Products Inc. (WFP) has announced a temporary reduction in lumber production across its British Columbia sawmills due to challenging market conditions.

UPM Fibres Initiates Change Negotiations, Potential Layoffs Looming

UPM Fibres, a major player in the pulp and timber industry, has announced plans to restructure its operations in Finland to enhance efficiency and maintain profitability.

AF&PA Commends EU Decision to Extend Deforestation Regulation Deadline to December 2025

WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association President and CEO Heidi Brock released the following statement regarding the European Union’s Commission decision to extend the EU Deforestation Regulation implementation deadline to December 2025.

Atlantic Packaging Products Unveils New Hamilton Manufacturing Plant

Atlantic Packaging Products, Ltd., a Canadian-owned and operated company, has announced the opening of its newest manufacturing plant in Hamilton, Ontario.

Domtar's Hawesville Mill Fosters Manufacturing Careers Through Mentorship Program

Domtar's Hawesville Mill, located in Hancock County, Kentucky, is proud to celebrate Manufacturing Day 2024 by highlighting its commitment to nurturing future manufacturing talent.

From Innovation to Impact: The Transformative Journey of the Pulp and Paper Industry

In recent years, the pulp and paper industry has undergone a remarkable transformation driven by technological advancements and a strong focus on sustainability.

Transforming Québec’s forest sector for the future with mechanized silviculture

The environment in which forestry operations take place has changed dramatically over the past few years. The fight against climate change and the contribution of the forest sector are now major issues.

Versatile Wood Materials through Innovative Treatment

For over a decade, Innofibre has been exploring the phosphorylation process of cellulose to impart various desirable properties such as flame resistance, super absorbency, and strong cation exchange capacity.

A brief history and outlook of low-consistency refining

In the beginning, pulp was beaten with sticks. This method is only used today for certain exotic non-wood fibres, or for historical interest.

U.S. Port Strike Poses Major Threat to Pulp and Paper Industry, Sparking Global Shipment Disruption

Despite coverage by US news outlets, there has been limited attention on a significant logistical risk that could greatly impact the Pulp and Paper Industry.

A Look at the Market Pulp Landscape in 2024

Market pulp is a critical commodity in the global forest products industry, impacting everything from paper manufacturing to packaging solutions.

AFT leads the way in cylinder wear life with DiamondWire® Technology

Borrowing a page from the aeronautical industry, Aikawa Fiber Technologies (AFT) has developed a process to eliminate hexavalent chromium from its screening technology.

Adapting Instrumentation for Harsh Conditions

Harsh conditions, including corrosive chemicals and temperature fluctuations, require robust flow monitoring solutions made with durable parts.

ANDRITZ and PulPac Partner to Expand Sustainable Packaging with Dry Molded Fiber Technology

In a press release, international technology group ANDRITZ and Swedish pioneer PulPac AB have announced a strategic partnership to offer complete Dry Molded Fiber lines.

MPH1865 starts up Toscotec-supplied low-carbon design tissue machine

MPH1865 has started up an AHEAD 2.2 tissue line (PM2) supplied by Toscotec on a turnkey basis at their Annonay mill in France.

Toscotec completed a technological rebuild at WEPA in Giershagen, Germany

Toscotec supplied a technological upgrade to WEPA at their Giershagen production site in Germany.

Pilot customer Smurfit Westrock saves significant amounts of CO2 with Voith's new HighPerformance Press

The installation of the HighPerformance Press in the press section of Smurfit Westrock Roermond Papier's PM 1 represents a milestone in the development of the product.

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