MAFLEX: technology, quality and style in new converting line graphics

MAFLEX: technology, quality and style in new converting line graphics

Maflex Tissue Converting Machinery, the Lucca, Italy-based company that has been manufacturing converting equipment for more than 25 years, stands out for the practicality with which it approaches projects. Aimed at the customer's needs and oriented toward its results, it combines technology, innovation, quality and a highly competitive pricing strategy to offer a complete tailor-made package that meets the demands of converters worldwide.

  François HENIN
The industry's drivers discussed at Tissue World Miami

The industry's drivers discussed at Tissue World Miami

Once again, professionals in the tissue sector from North and South America are convening in Miami this week for the Tissue World conference and exhibition. The previous edition in 2022 still felt the lingering effects of the Covid crisis, impacting visitorship. However, this year is a different story. The exhibition floor is hosting major international suppliers and some producers from Turkey, Italy, or the Middle East region, who operate or sell in the American market.

  Stephane RICHARD
REGINA (SOFIDEL) is the main sponsor of FANTASANREMO 2024

REGINA (SOFIDEL) is the main sponsor of FANTASANREMO 2024

A league dedicated to Regina rolls and special bonuses inspired by the length and duration of the maxi-rolls. Until February 27th, the "Bisogni da FantaSanremo" competition is offering prizes for music and travel lovers.

  François HENIN
Find certainty in the volatile forest products industry

Find certainty in the volatile forest products industry

This is a critical time for the pulp, paper and packaging sector, with multiple threats and new developments on the horizon. You need reliable information to help you make the right business decisions when it matters most.

  Stephane RICHARD
Tissue World Miami 2024 - Registration now open

Tissue World Miami 2024 - Registration now open

Tissue World, a global portfolio of events designed by, and for, the international tissue manufacturing industry, is thrilled to announce the opening of registration for its highly anticipated return to Miami Beach Convention Center from January 31 to February 2, 2024.

  Stephane RICHARD
First Quality announces purchase of Domtar's Dryden Mill in Canada

First Quality announces purchase of Domtar's Dryden Mill in Canada

First Quality announced today the successful closing of its previously announced acquisition of Domtar Corporations’ pulp mill located in Dryden, Ontario, Canada. The Dryden Mill produces high quality Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft pulp for customers in North America.

  Stephane RICHARD
CIDPEX2023 coming soon in Nanjing (China) with on-site and online activities

CIDPEX2023 coming soon in Nanjing (China) with on-site and online activities

The 30th China International Disposable Paper Expo (CIDPEX 2023) is going to be held in Nanjing International Expo Center in Nanjing, Jiangsu, China, from May 12 to May 16 (FOCUS Conference: May 12-13, Exhibition: May 14-16). The Expo is organized by China National Pulp and Paper Research Institute Co., Ltd. (CNPPRI). It is expected that there will be more than 900 exhibitors for this grand event.

  Stephane RICHARD
Velvet Care in Poland open to further acquisitions after showing impressive growth in 2022

Velvet Care in Poland open to further acquisitions after showing impressive growth in 2022

The hygiene products producer Velvet CARE announced this week that it increased its 2022 revenue by 57% to a record PLN 1.3 billion (€280 million). The Polish company owned by Abris Capital Partners, the ESG transformation specialist private equity investor, pursues its goal of becoming a regional leader in manufacturing of consumer tissue products.

  Stephane RICHARD
Körber revolutionizes packaging and eliminates pre-coated paper costs for customers  with Kit Bio Pack plus

Körber revolutionizes packaging and eliminates pre-coated paper costs for customers with Kit Bio Pack plus

In a market scenario where manufacturers and consumers are increasingly focusing on sustainability, packaging also plays a primary role for companies that want to stay competitive in an evolving industry such as that of Tissue. When it comes to purchasing, the growing concern about the management of plastic waste, especially in wrapping, has become a crucial aspect for 54% of consumers[1]. Relying on technologically advanced solutions that are able to guarantee more sustainability is thus paramount for industry businesses and, in this, Körber Business Area Tissue is leading the way. In addition to providing high-quality tissue converting lines and remarkably competent customer service, the technology leader complements meticulous and ongoing research dedicated to revolutionizing product and service offerings in order to make them more sustainable. Specifically, Körber has recently developed a product innovation that makes it possible to replace all polyethylene packaging materials…

  François HENIN
Tissue World returns to Europe for the first time in four years with a packed programme of innovation, networking and educational content

Tissue World returns to Europe for the first time in four years with a packed programme of innovation, networking and educational content

Next week, Tissue World returns to Europe for the first time in four years at new venue Messe Düsseldorf. Taking place from Tuesday 28 March to Thursday 30 March, the event will reconnect the global tissue industry for the first time in Europe since Covid. There is still time to secure a ticket to Europe’s largest tissue event, register now.

  Stephane RICHARD
Christian Ribeyrolle appointed president of Copacel (French Union of the Board, Paper and Cellulose Industries)

Christian Ribeyrolle appointed president of Copacel (French Union of the Board, Paper and Cellulose Industries)

At its Board of Directors meeting on 8 March, Christian Ribeyrolle (RYAM) was appointed President of Copacel (French Union of the Board, Paper and Cellulose Industries). He succeeds Philippe d'Adhémar (Sylvamo), who has held this position since March 2019. In addition to Christian Ribeyrolle, the Copacel board is now composed of Philippe d'Adhemar (outgoing vice-president), Pierre Bonnet (Papeteries de Vizille), François Bru (Blue Paper) and François Vessière (Fibre Excellence).

  Stephane RICHARD
Södra posts record result – Board proposes a profit distribution of SEK 3.2 billion

Södra posts record result – Board proposes a profit distribution of SEK 3.2 billion

In 2022, the Södra Group’s net sales rose 23 percent to SEK 33,367 million (27,060). Södra’s operating profit totalled SEK 7,805 million (5,316), the highest annual figure ever posted by the company, and a year-on-year increase of 47 percent. At year-end, return on capital employed was 35 percent (25) and the equity ratio was 65 percent (63).

  Stephane RICHARD
The Canadian Resolute officially part of the Paper Excellence Group

The Canadian Resolute officially part of the Paper Excellence Group

The Paper Excellence Group, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Domtar Corporation, today announced the successful closing of its previously announced acquisition of Resolute Forest Products Inc.. Today's acquisition creates a stronger and more resilient diversified forest products company, manufacturing a range of pulp products and specialty, printing, writing, and packaging papers, as well as lumber and tissue. The acquisition of Domtar in 2021 and Resolute today significantly increases the Group's scale, overall product offering and geographic reach.

  Stephane RICHARD
Thousands of tissue industry professionals expected at Tissue World Düsseldorf this year to discover ground-breaking new products

Thousands of tissue industry professionals expected at Tissue World Düsseldorf this year to discover ground-breaking new products

Europe's largest tissue trade show, Tissue World Düsseldorf, returns to Europe for the first time in four years at new venue Messe Düsseldorf from 28-30 March with a raft of exciting new product launches, demos and giveaways from its 110+ exhibiting companies, including the likes of IMA TMC, Eczacıbaşı Tüketim Ürünleri, EDT, Giotto Technologies - a Baosuo enterprise company, and more.

  Stephane RICHARD