FSC® International Director General SUBHRA BHATTACHARJEE visits SOFIDEL headquarters in Porcari
The meeting focused on the strategic role of forest certifications in enhancing investments in sustainability and promoting fair competition
Keryas to Establish 20,000 MTPA Tissue Manufacturing Facility in Oman
Keryas Paper Industry LLC, Oman, in partnership with Al Karama Hypermarket Group, Oman, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at ProPaper 2026 in Dubai to establish a 20,000 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) tissue manufacturing facility at Sohar Industrial City, Phase 7, Oman.
SOFIDEL receives the FSC® “RADICI COMUNI” award for its commitment to responsible forest management
On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) Italy, the Group was recognized “for its extraordinary consistency and large-scale impact in promoting FSC®-certified products.” The award strengthens a partnership spanning more than twenty years and comes in the year of Sofidel’s 60th anniversary
Södra makes changes to Group Senior Management
Södra is making changes to Group Senior Management to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow and take the value chain to the next level of competitiveness. The changes, which take effect on 13 October, will strengthen the development of the business areas and Södra’s ability to create long-term value for members.
MIAC 2026: Lucca becomes the paper industry's rendezvous this week
Lucca is hosting the 32nd edition of MIAC, the International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, from October 7 to 9, and the show floor is already buzzing. It's the foremost event for technologies, machinery and services for paper mills and tissue converters.
PIANETA TERRA FESTIVAL 2026: robotics and artificial intelligence take center stage in sessions curated by SOFIDEL
Barbara Mazzolai and Marco Camisani Calzolari will be featured in two key events on October 10 and 11 to explore “embodied intelligence” and the challenges of AI.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Södra : Birch – built for reliable performance
Birch fibres support paper and board production by combining high tensile strength with a smooth surface and good printability. Easy refining and efficient furnish optimisation help improve process control, reduce energy demand and support consistent quality.
Key takeaways from Fastmarkets' Latin America Forest Products Conference 2026
The Fastmarkets Forest Products Latin America Conference 2026 concluded in São Paulo on 12 August, gathering more than 50 speakers and around 400 industry participants over two days. Discussions ranged from China's growing influence on global fiber markets to climate risks, investment strategies and the long-term competitiveness of Latin America's forest products sector.
Paper & Tissue Show moves to March 2027, returns to ADNEC Abu Dhabi
Paper & Tissue Show 2027 moves to March, returns to ADNEC Abu Dhabi
Softys Perú recognised for value chain management
The Peruvian branch of the tissue producer Softys has won the Value Chains category at the Empresa con Gestión Sostenible (EGS) 2025 awards, an initiative of Perú Sostenible that evaluates companies' environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance to strengthen competitiveness and recognise sustainability achievements. The distinction was based on a comprehensive assessment, grounded in internationally recognised standards and frameworks, of how companies embed these principles into their business decisions and practices.
Essity acquires feminine care business in Brazil
Hygiene and health company Essity has entered into an agreement to acquire Kenvue’s feminine care business in Brazil, including the market-leading brands Carefree, Sempre Livre and o.b. The purchase price amounts to USD 284m (approximately SEK 2.7bn) on a cash and debt-free basis. The acquisition strengthens Essity’s position as a market leader in feminine care in Latin America.
Essity's latest global activity report highlights recycled fiber gains and Consumer Tissue review with possible separation
The following are the latest highlights from Essity's operations around the world, covering developments across the group between April and July 2026.