Hergen expands its presence in Europe’s Tissue machine market
Three Tissue machines. Three projects in Europe. And a new chapter in Hergen’s international journey.
Kimberly-Clark Announces Planned Executive Transitions and Updates to Post-Closing Leadership Team
Kimberly-Clark Corporation today announced planned executive transitions and updates to the future leadership team for the company upon completion of its pending acquisition of Kenvue Inc., which is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Lucart’s growth in France enters a new phase: a new tissue machine at Laval-sur-Vologne
From the site acquisition in 2008 to the creation of a strategic hub serving European markets: Lucart continues its growth in France with the installation of a new Toscotec-supplied tissue machine, designed to increase production capacity and reduce carbon emissions through electrification
Fibre Excellence: after the liquidation of Tarascon mill, a decision is expected in mid-December for Saint-Gaudens site
There have been numerous twists and turns regarding the future of the two Fibre Excellence (FE) market pulp plants located in the South of France over the summer. Here is an update on the situation. On July 27, the bid submitted by Combat Holding (owned by Matthieu Pigasse) was rejected by the Toulouse Commercial Court. Consequently, the liquidation of the Tarascon site was ordered. In mid-September, tensions regarding the safety and security of this plant—classified as a "Seveso Low-Tier" site—escalated, as state authorities (via ADEME) requisitioned the facility to prevent any environmental or safety-related issues.
Suzano announces October pulp price hikes across all major markets
Suzano, the world's largest producer of eucalyptus short-fiber pulp, announced on Tuesday (22) that it will raise prices in October across its key markets: the Americas, Europe, China and the rest of Asia.
Sofidel supports the Lucca Film Festival for Future: 10 short films from around the world are in the competition, exploring the theme of sustainability
289 submissions in the section dedicated to environmental and social sustainability shorts. Actress Donatella Finocchiaro leads the jury awarding the Best Short Film prize. All finalist works will be screened in Lucca theaters and on the Festival Scope portal.
Showcasing at the MIAC and ABTCP: emtec’s innovative testing solutions for the pulp and paper industry
To demonstrate their innovative paper testing technologies, Leipzig-based company emtec Electronic will be present at two prestigious paper and pulp exhibitions in October. Visitors will be able to connect with emtec at the International Pulp and Paper Congress and Exhibition ABTCP 2026 in Sao Paulo, Brazil from October 6 to 8 and the International Exhibition of Paper Industry MIAC in Lucca, Italy from October 7 and 9.
VALMET celebrates 60 years of PERINI technology
Sixty years of innovation, passion and vision serving the tissue converting industry.
SOFIDEL confirms its role as main sponsor of the event and promotes two meetings
Sofidel, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use, particularly known for its Regina brand, renews its participation as Main Sponsor of the Pianeta Terra Festival (Lucca, October 8–11) for the fifth consecutive year. The event is directed by Stefano Mancuso, conceived and organized by Editori Laterza, and promoted by the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Lucca.
Towards MIAC 2026 in Italy
MIAC 2026 is just around the corner. From 7 to 9 October, the Polo Fiere Exhibition Centre in Lucca, Italy will once again bring together machinery and plant manufacturers, suppliers of technologies, products and services, paper mills, tissue converting companies and industry professionals from all over the world.
A New Milestone for the Domtar PARAGON Project
We are pleased to share the successful Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) of the new PCMC PARAGON line for Domtar.
London to welcome three international trade shows in 2026: Paper & Tissue Show, Packaging & Recycle Show, and Hygiene & Nonwoven Show
The international paper, tissue, packaging and hygiene industries are coming together in London as Paper & Tissue Show London makes its UK debut at ExCeL London on 11–12 November 2026, alongside the Packaging & Recycle Show London and Hygiene & Nonwoven Show London.
Valmet improves reliability and safety at Södra Mönsterås through modernization services for recovery boiler and evaporation plant
Valmet will provide extensive modernization services for the recovery boiler and evaporation plant at Södra Mönsterås pulp mill in Sweden. The delivery supports the mill's annual maintenance program and improves operational reliability, safety, and long-term performance while reducing the risk of unplanned downtime.
LatamPaper returns to Mexico city in 2027
LatamPaper will return to Mexico City on June 9–10, 2027, bringing together Latin American papermakers and international technology suppliers.
Södra ranked among the top performers in global sustainability assessment
Södra is among the top one percent of companies assessed for sustainability according to the independent sustainability ratings provider EcoVadis. The 2026 assessment shows that Södra is once again ranked among the top performers of the more than 175,000 evaluated companies in over 230 sectors and 180 countries. EcoVadis is one of the world’s leading sustainability assessment platforms.
A Proud New Milestone for Crown Paper Mill Saudi Arabia!
We are delighted to announce the successful commissioning of the CPM Saudi Arabia Tissue Paper Mill and the official start-up of our new high-speed Valmet Tissue Paper Machine, operating at an impressive 2,200 m/min.
Valmet Engraving Solutions expands in North America to support customers closer than ever
Global experience and local presence are at the core of the evolution of Engraving Solutions. Valmet’s approach combines local production and support with pilot line testing and direct market knowledge, enabling closer collaboration with customers.
Metsä Fibre starts change negotiations on potential temporary lay-offs at Joutseno pulp mill
Metsä Fibre, part of Metsä Group, is starting change negotiations concerning potential temporary lay-offs at its Joutseno pulp mill. The negotiations will involve the entire personnel of the mill, approximately 160 people in total.
Essity's Colombia plant relocation fuels ongoing labour dispute
Essity's gradual transfer of tissue production from its Medellín plant to Cajicá continues to fuel conflict with union Sinaltrafamilia, with talks still unresolved more than a month after the dispute began.
Suzano acquires shareholding in Imetame Logística Porto project in Brazil’s Espírito Santo state
Suzano announced earlier this week the acquisition of a 10 percent stake in Imetame Logística Porto through an agreement with the Imetame Group. The project, currently under construction in Brazil’s Espírito Santo state, has been designed to include five specialized port terminals. The deal includes the transfer of strategically-located land owned by Suzano that will be used to support development of the port project, without affecting the operational or economic performance at Suzano’s nearby Aracruz unit.
Ensuring recovery boiler reliability through proactive lifecycle services at Södra Cell Mörrum in Sweden
Recovery boilers are among the most important assets in a pulp mill, requiring continuous maintenance, timely upgrades and expert lifecycle support to ensure safe and reliable operation over decades of service. At Södra Cell Mörrum in Sweden, Valmet recently replaced a worn bottom furnace section during a scheduled annual shutdown, helping the mill maintain long-term recovery boiler reliability while enhancing corrosion resistance in a critical area of the furnace.
Fibre Excellence Saint-Gaudens: industrial consortium formed, €90m investment announced, and a paper industry operator in the running
A new deadline has been granted to continue pulp production operations at the Fibre Excellence Saint-Gaudens plant in Southern France. According to Agence France-Presse reports quoted by La Tribune and L'Usine Nouvelle, the Toulouse Commercial Court granted additional time on August 24 to allow the takeover bid submitted that day to be refined and improved by September 3. The court will then review the offer five days later, on September 8.
Annual maintenance shutdown beginning at Metsä Group's Äänekoski bioproduct mill
An annual maintenance shutdown will take place at Metsä Group's Äänekoski bioproduct mill at the end of August and the beginning of September. The mill's production shutdown will begin department by department on Friday morning, August 28, 2026.
The Russian Naberezhnye Chelny Paper Mill intends to start a new tissue machine in 2027
Construction of a new paper mill to produce tissue base paper for 3- and 4-ply toilet paper rolls made from virgin pulp is scheduled to begin in autumn 2027.