Best wishes for 2026 from the TissueFIRST Team
A happy and successful year 2026 to our industry colleagues around the world!
Valmet’s Advantage ViscoNip press technology to enhance performance and product quality at five Lee & Man tissue machines in China
Valmet has been selected to replace five existing tissue machine shoe presses with its state-of-the-art Advantage ViscoNip press technology for Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Ltd. in China. The rebuilds will be carried out at the mills in Chongqing, Jiangxi and Guangdong.
ANDRITZ starts up sludge drying plant at Eldorado Brasil Celulose
ANDRITZ, which supplied the technology and developed the new biological sludge drying plant for Eldorado Brasil Celulose’s pulp mill in Três Lagoas, Brazil, celebrated the plant’s successful start of operations. This project represents another step forward in Eldorado’s strategies to transform waste into energy and enhance the environmental efficiency of its operations.
Essity, BASF and Technical University of Vienna achieve successful diaper recycling pilot
In a pioneering move towards sustainable innovation, Essity and BASF have joined forces with the Technical University of Vienna to explore new frontiers in recycling. This pilot, focused on repurposing absorbent hygiene products such as used baby diapers and incontinence products, has yielded promising results.
Next-generation Valmet IQ Web Monitoring System sets a new benchmark for process visibility, quality and efficiency
Valmet introduces the renewed Valmet IQ Web Monitoring System (WMS), designed to elevate quality and efficiency in pulp, paper, tissue, as well as paper and board converting industries. The new WMS delivers exceptional image quality through the most compact design and industry-leading illumination technology.
Toscotec delivers major rebuild for Sofidel
Toscotec is pleased to announce the successful start-up of the PM1 tissue line at Sofidel Roanne’s mill in France. This move follows a major rebuild of the tissue machine, a modernization project designed to meet one of the Sofidel's key objectives, energy savings.
Valmet signs a two-year service agreement with FPC Tissue Spa to ensure optimal mill performance
Valmet has signed a two-year automation service agreement with FPC Tissue mill in Chile.
Fapajal, Portugal, orders complete tissue production line from ANDRITZ
Portuguese tissue producer Fapajal Papermaking S.A. has awarded international technology group ANDRITZ a contract to supply a complete PrimeLineTM tissue production line for its mill in São Julião do Tojal.
Paperex 2025: 17th edition to unite global leaders from the pulp, paper and packaging ecosystem in India
Informa Markets in India, the country's leading organiser of B2B exhibitions, today announced the 17th edition of Paperex, the world's largest exhibition and conference dedicated to the pulp, paper, packaging, and allied industries. Scheduled from 3–6 December 2025 at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi, the four-day event will bring together global paper and packaging leaders in a celebration of innovation, sustainability, and business transformation.
Paper & Tissue Show, Hygiene & Nonwoven Show, and Packaging & Recycle Show: A trilogy of industrial excellence in the MENA region
The 11th Paper & Tissue Show, Hygiene & Nonwoven Show, and Packaging & Recycle Show, scheduled for 2026 in Abu Dhabi and London, will convene industry professionals from around the globe. This strategic trio of exhibitions offers an unparalleled platform encompassing the entire value chain, set to redefine industrial excellence across the MENA region.
Valmet launches next-generation wet end analyzer for process stability and product quality
Valmet introduces the next-generation Valmet Wet End Analyzer, designed to help paper, board, and tissue producers improve wet end processes to achieve superior product quality, improved process stability, and reduced operating costs.
Valmet awarded with a Gold Medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment
Valmet has been awarded a Gold Medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment, placing the company among the top 5% of more than 150,000 companies assessed worldwide. EcoVadis evaluates companies across four categories: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. Valmet’s overall score was 82/100, six points higher than last year. The result places the company among the top two percent of all companies assessed by EcoVadis worldwide, bringing the company even closer to its goal, the Platinum Medal.
Valmet to start change negotiations regarding temporary layoffs in the Packaging and Paper business area and Global Supply unit in Finland
Valmet will start change negotiations in accordance with the Finnish Co-operation Act on November 10, 2025, concerning temporary layoffs in parts of its operations in Finland. The planned measures aim to adjust capacity and improve cost efficiency of the Packaging and Paper business area and the Global Supply unit. These organizations have already implemented similar measures earlier this year and last year to adapt to the changed market situation.
2025 Ecolab Watermark™ Study Reveals Hidden Impact of Artificial Intelligence
Ecolab, a global sustainability leader offering water solutions and services, today announced findings from its third annual Ecolab Watermark™ Study, which reports on water stewardship around the world. This year’s research highlights water’s connection to timely global trends, including new business opportunities from the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and consumer concern about its impact on vital natural resources.
Valmet enhances Sofidel America’s ultra-premium tissue production with new Advantage ThruAir line
Sofidel America will invest in a state-of-the-art Valmet tissue line to meet the growing demand of ultra-premium tissue products in the North American market. The new Advantage ThruAir tissue line will enable Sofidel America to significantly expand its production capacity of ultra-premium products for North American consumers.
TAPPI announces new President & CEO as longtime leader plans 2025 retirement
TAPPI, the leading association for the global pulp, paper, tissue, packaging, and converting industries, today announced the appointment of Lawton C. Roberts as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 3, 2025. Roberts will succeed Larry N. Montague, who is set to retire at the end of the year after 19 years of distinguished leadership.
Juha Vanhainen joins the Board of Directors of Metsäliitto Cooperative
At its meeting on 23 October 2025, the Supervisory Board of Metsäliitto Cooperative, the parent company of Metsä Group, elected Juha Vanhainen as a new member of the Board of Directors as of 1 January 2026.
Save up to € 2 million per year in production costs: IBS Group announces maXX™ product line.
The IBS Paper Performance Group announces a new, unique product line under the name maXX™.
Get prepared for the 2026 International Paper Expo - China
Co-sponsored by the paper-making associations (or societies) of Guangdong, Shandong, Henan, Zhejiang, Sichuan, Guangxi, Jiangxi, Hubei, Fujian, Jiangsu, Hebei, Shanxi, Yunnan, Hunan, etc.The 21st Guangzhou International Paper Industry Exhibition and Household Paper Exhibition, 2026，It will be held from May 13th to 15th at the Poly World Trade Expo in Pazhou, Guangzhou.
MIAC 2025 opened its doors in Lucca: The paper industry's premier event kicked off
The wait is over. MIAC 2025 officially opened its doors today, October 8, at the Lucca Fiere in Italy, welcoming paper industry professionals from around the world to its 29th edition. Over the next three days, this benchmark event will serve as the industry's most important meeting point for innovation, networking, and business development.
TAPPI announces Call for Speakers for TAPPICon® 2026
TAPPI is now accepting speaker abstracts for its flagship event, TAPPICon® 2026, April 26–29, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. Industry professionals are invited to share their expertise, research, case studies, and innovations by submitting abstracts no later than October 20, 2025.
Valmet’s quality control system to enhance performance at Metsä Tissue Mariestad mill in Sweden
Valmet will deliver a Quality Control System (QCS) to Metsä Tissue’s Mariestad mill in Sweden. The intelligent system will support the performance and ensure quality of the mill’s tissue machine PM 35.
Toscotec to implement advanced drying section rebuild at Papeterie le Bourray France
Toscotec will supply a complete rebuild of PM3’s drying section to Papeterie le Bourray mill in Saint-Mars-la-Brière, France. This marks a repeat order for Toscotec, following the successful PM4 rebuild in 2020 where a new headbox helped the mill achieve its target.
ANDRITZ to supply new recovery boiler to Century Pulp and Paper in India
ANDRITZ has been selected to supply a new recovery boiler for Century Pulp and Paper’s mill in Lalkuan, Uttarakhand, India. It will replace one of the existing recovery boilers, increasing the mill’s green energy production. Start-up is scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.