The following are the latest highlights from Essity's operations around the world, covering developments across the group between April and July 2026.
Suzano, the world’s largest pulp producer, announced its results for the second quarter of 2026 , reporting higher prices, stronger volumes and improvements in Adjusted EBITDA and operating cash generation compared to the previous quarter. The quarterly results reflect the competitiveness and resilience of Suzano’s operations in a quarter marked by foreign exchange headwinds and pressure on input costs driven by higher oil prices affecting the industry as a whole.
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The 4.65 MW photovoltaic system will help supply renewable electricity to the Circleville facility, one of Sofidel’s main production sites in North America
Södra posted negative earnings for the second quarter of 2026. The quarter was characterised by weak market conditions and depressed demand that persisted throughout the period, as well as an ongoing imbalance between the raw materials market and the markets for Södra’s products.
The Navigator Company continues its commitment to sustainable innovation with the launch of Amoos Selection, a new range of tissue products that combines circular economy, high performance, and strict safety standards.
São Paulo, August 10–12 – two and a half days of market intelligence and senior-level networking
Eighteen years after signing their first agreement, Sofidel and WWF Italy renew one of the longest-standing partnerships in the history of WWF Italy, in a year when both organizations celebrate the 60th anniversary of their founding. The renewed partnership focuses on three areas of collaboration: climate and energy transition, responsible forest sourcing, and stakeholder awareness.
The Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy recognizes the Group among the "Excellences of the production system and Made in Italy", testifying to a history that combines Italian roots, global vision, innovation, and sustainability.
Arbex, a new global leader in tissue and hygiene, started operations last week as an independent business and unveileddetails of its brand, leadership team, and company structure. Announced in June 2025 as a $3.4 billion joint venture between Suzano, the world’s largest pulp supplier, and Kimberly-Clark Corporation the new business will manufacture, market and distribute consumer and professional products across more than 70 markets on five continents.
Lucart, the multinational paper group known for the Tenderly, Tutto, Lucart Professional and Grazie EcoNatural brands, today presented in Lucca its 21st Sustainability Report, which outlines the results achieved in 2025 and confirms the Group’s path towards an industrial model increasingly focused on decarbonisation, resource-use efficiency, circularity and social responsibility.
Tissue World, the global tissue industry's premier event, will make its highly anticipated debut in Portugal's vibrant capital from 7-9 April 2027 at Feira Internacional Lisboa.
As part of our partnership with Leancubator for the 8th edition of the Algeria Startup Challenge, we are launching two innovation challenges designed to address key industrial priorities. This first challenge focuses on industrial data valorization and invites participants to imagine the next generation of solutions capable of unlocking the full potential of operational data.
Cascades, a leader in the manufacturing of eco-friendly packaging and hygiene products, announces the installation of a state-of-the-art tissue converting line at its Granby, Quebec facility. This next-generation equipment will increase the site's production capacity while enhancing product quality. The installation of the new equipment, a $15 M investment, will take place over a period of 9 months. This builds on a $14 M investment made in recent years, for a total investment of $29 M.
The Navigator Company has announced the launch of gCELL, a new brand for its pulp portfolio, aligned with the differentiation and value creation it brings to the global pulp market. With gCELL, Navigator brings its pulp business under a unified and distinctive identity rooted in more than 70 years of expertise in Eucalyptus globulus pulp production.
Based on documented results at Södra Värö, Södra has decided to scale Viking Analytics’ AI platform, MultiViz, across the entire group. The framework agreement covers 3,650 sensors deployed across the mills in Värö, Mörrum, and Mönsterås, marking the next step in Södra’s commitment to data-driven, proactive maintenance.
22 new projects across Finland focusing on strengthening biodiversity and ecological restoration were selected for Metsä Group’s Funding programme for nature projects. A total of EUR 300 000 was granted. This year, several accepted projects combined concrete nature management measures, environmental education, and community involvement.
Al Ahalia Hospital recently organized a Beat the Heat Awareness Campaign, with Crown Paper Mill (CPM) and Ittihad Paper Mill (IPM) participating as special invitees.
The WEPA Group and the start-up Epyr have inaugurated France’s first thermal energy storage unit dedicated to the electrification of industrial heat at the WEPA site in Troyes. The inauguration was also attended by François Baroin, Mayor of Troyes and President of Troyes Champagne Métropole.
The prestigious “A” rating in the 2025 Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA) recognizes the effectiveness of the Group’s supply chain decarbonization strategies
ABTCP (Brazilian Pulp and Paper Technical Association) in partnership with IPEF (Institute for ForestResearch and Studies), and TAPPI (Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry), will host ABTCP 2026 – 58th Pulp and Paper International Congress and Exhibition, from October 6 to 8 in São Paulo, at the Transamerica Expo Center.
Informa has confirmed that Tissue World Istanbul will return for 2026, taking place on 18–19 November at the Istanbul Congress Center, following a well-received edition in 2024.
Metsä Group marked the inauguration of its expanded and modernised tissue paper mill in Mariestad, Sweden, on 26 May. The opening ceremony was conducted by external representatives together with Metsä Group and Metsä Tissue leadership.
Valmet has been selected by Sappi Southern Africa to deliver a full EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) package for the replacement of recovery boiler components at the Saiccor Mill in South Africa. This upgrade of critical boiler parts will improve operational safety, reduce the risk of unplanned downtime and improve overall reliability of the mill.
