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Albany International Mexico hosts the Panel Tissue XII Seminar in Puerto Vallarta

From November 12 to 15, 2024, Albany International Mexico, in collaboration with its co-sponsors, gathered over 100 participants from Mexico, Central America, and South America for the highly anticipated Panel Tissue XII Seminar in the picturesque Mexican coastal city of Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. Held at The Hacienda at Krystal Grand, the event brought together experts, industry leaders, and key players from the tissue paper manufacturing sector for an in-depth exploration of the latest innovations, technologies, and best practices shaping the industry.

Stephane RICHARD

Thailand hosts premier nonwovens trade show, ANTEX Asia 2024, reinforcing its status as ASEAN's hub for industry innovations

The Asia Nonwovens Technology Expo 2024 (ANTEX Asia 2024), the premier trade event dedicated to the latest in nonwoven materials and technologies, officially opens its doors today in Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Thailand, showcasing the sector’s newest innovations and serving as a pivotal hub for industry professionals across Southeast Asia and the ASEAN regions.

Stephane RICHARD

ANTEX Asia 2024: Enhancing industry expertise and expanding business networks in the nonwovens sector

Asia Nonwovens Technology Expo (ANTEX Asia 2024), a premier industry showcase dedicated to nonwoven materials and technologies in Southeast Asia and ASEAN region, is set to take place from 13-15 November 2024 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Thailand. Running concurrently with the Expo, the ANTEX Asia Nonwovens Conference 2024 will offer a wealth of knowledge with a robust program that includes over 20 sessions across four distinct topics, and a Cutting-Edge Nonwovens Technology Showcase.

Stephane RICHARD

Ahlstrom has signed an agreement to divest Aspa pulp mill in Sweden to Sweden Timber

Ahlstrom has signed an agreement to divest its Aspa pulp mill in Sweden to Sweden Timber. The agreement includes the pulp mill and all its operations. This is a key step in Ahlstrom's growth transformation journey, reinforcing the company’s strategic commitment to sustainable specialty materials.

Stephane RICHARD

Thailand spearheads sustainable nonwoven innovation in Southeast Asia with ANTEX Asia 2024 (13-15 November, Bangkok)

As the global nonwoven industry anticipates a robust annual growth rate of over 8.7%, Thailand is at the forefront of holding 48% of market share in Southeast Asia’s nonwovens industry. The inaugural Asia Nonwovens Technology Expo (ANTEX Asia 2024), taking place from 13-15 November 2024 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Bangkok, Thailand, will showcase Thailand’s pioneering role in the sustainable evolution of nonwoven technologies.

Stephane RICHARD

Tissue World Istanbul 2024: secure your spot at the leading tissue industry event in Turkey and beyond

Tissue World Istanbul, the premier event for the tissue industry in Türkiye, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, is officially open for registration. Set to take place on November 20-21, 2024, at the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Centre, this event invites professionals from across the globe to secure their participation in this crucial industry gathering.

Stephane RICHARD

Valmet and Spinnova Plc sign a partnership agreement regarding process equipment for textile fibre production

Valmet and Spinnova Plc have signed a strategic partnership agreement where Valmet is appointed as the exclusive partner to supply process equipment for textile fibre production to Spinnova’s technology customers. The exclusivity agreement is valid for four years, with termination options based on project progress. The agreement includes an exclusivity fee, which is based on realized project deliveries. Valmet has previously supplied drying technology to Woodspin, a joint venture between Spinnova and Suzano, for its factory producing wood based SPINNOVA® fibre in Jyväskylä, Finland.

Stephane RICHARD

Valmet to deliver a new recovery boiler and an ash crystallization plant to Klabin’s Monte Alegre mill modernization project in Brazil

Valmet will deliver a new recovery boiler, an ash crystallization plant, and an odorous gas handling system to Klabin’s Monte Alegre pulp and paper mill as part of Klabin’s announced modernization project. The delivery includes automation and flow control solutions consisting of extensive optimization systems and control valves. The new equipment is estimated to be taken into operation by the end of 2026.

Stephane RICHARD

Metsä Fibre starts negotiations on possible layoffs at Joutseno pulp mill

Metsä Fibre, part of Metsä Group, will start negotiations on possible layoffs at Joutseno pulp mill in Finland due to a need for temporary adjustment of production to meet low delivery volumes. The change negotiations involve the entire workforce of the Joutseno pulp mill, around 190 people in total.

Stephane RICHARD

Fortissue and Toscotec announce world's first fully electric tissue machine

Fortissue, a leading Portuguese tissue manufacturer owned by Ghost Group (Suavecel,Nunex) , is set to pioneer the industry with Toscotec by upgrading its PM1 machine to be the world's first tissue machine operating entirely on electricity at 2,000 m/min. Located in Viana do Castelo, Northern Portugal, this groundbreaking project is scheduled for completion by the end of 2024.

Stephane RICHARD

Last 10 days for the first global meeting of Paper Industry in Istanbul

Paper Eurasia Exhibition is the premiere event in Eurasia region for pulp, paper, tissue, corrugated cardboard, chemicals, machinery and equipment for paper production.

Stephane RICHARD

Highlights from the 5th Latam Paper Conference 2024 in Mexico City

For its 5th edition, the Latam Paper Conference 2024 returned to Mexico City this week. Over the course of three busy days, 470 delegates from across the Latin American region, Europe and Asia convened for the event. Attendees had the option to participate in three parallel cycles of technical presentations focused on Paper and Board, Tissue, and Corrugated materials. A total of 45 industry suppliers delivered presentations showcasing their latest technological advancements aimed at assisting producers in enhancing their manufacturing processes, whether in terms of runnability, sustainability, or energy efficiency.

Stephane RICHARD

Suzano S.A. acquires a 15 percent stake in Lenzing AG from B&C Group

B&C Group from Austria and the Brazilian Suzano today announced that the latter has entered into a long-term partnership with B&C with respect to its majority stake in Lenzing AG, the Vienna-listed leading global supplier of cellulosic fibres for the textile and non- wovens industry.

Stephane RICHARD

Join ANTEX Asia 2024 with Thai government bureau and nonwoven sector leading associations to expand into the ASEAN market!

The Asia Nonwovens Technology Expo (ANTEX Asia) 2024, which will take place on 13-15 November 2024 at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Thailand, is thrilled to introduce the Thailand Textile Institute (THTI) and the Thai Nonwoven Fabrics Industry Association (TNFA) as co-hosts, and National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) and Hong Kong Nonwovens Association (HKNA) as supporting organizations alongside our nonwoven trade show experts: Baobab Tree Event Management Co., Ltd, MGT Expo Planning and Management Ltd, and Tradelink Co., Ltd.

Stephane RICHARD

BW Converting Launches Its Mission-Led Rebranding

In a world where the only constant is change, BW Converting is set to make it a positive one.

François HENIN

Suzano co-launches 2024 “Green Life · Blue Future” program with Chinese partners

Suzano, the world’s largest market pulp producer, today announced the launch of "Green Life · Blue Future" at a special event hosted at the China Soong Ching Ling Science and Culture Center for Young People in Beijing. The program, which aims to increase awareness of the importance of environmental protection and sustainability among younger generations in China, is launched in Suzano’s centennial year and also marks the 50th anniversary of China and Brazil establishing diplomatic relations.

Stephane RICHARD

Tissue Planet - Future Insights - Conversations and experiences that will inspire change.

Toscotec organizes in Lucca the first event that brings together the largest Tissue producers in the world to talk about energy transition, environment and sustainability.

Stephane RICHARD

Regina Rotoloni aims to conquer Europe

Regina, the most famous brand of the Sofidel Group – one of the global leading manufacturers of tissue paper for hygienic and domestic use – marketed in around 30 countries, announces the launch of its Regina Rotoloni toilet paper maxi rolls to major retailers in five European countries: Spain, Poland, the Netherlands, Hungary, and Romania.

Stephane RICHARD

APRIL Group Acquires Controlling Stake in India’s Leading Consumer Tissue Products Company, Origami

APRIL Group, a leading global producer of fibre, pulp and paper, has acquired a controlling stake in Origami, India’s leading consumer tissue products company, marking its entrance into the fast-growing India tissue and personal hygiene market. APRIL Group is a member of the Singapore-headquartered RGE group of companies.

François HENIN

Navigator completes acquisition of Accrol's entire share capital

The Navigator Company has completed the acquisition of all the shares representing the share capital of Accrol Group Holdings plc, a leader in the tissue paper converting segment in the United Kingdom, producing toilet rolls, kitchen rolls and own-brand facial tissues for most of the main UK retailers.

François HENIN

Navigator Paper UK Limited launches a public all-cash firm offer for the acquisition of Accrol Group Holdings plc

Navigator Paper UK Limited just announced to have launched a public all-cash firm offer to acquire the entire issued and to-be-issued share capital of Accrol Group Holdings plc, a tissue paper converter based in the United Kingdom (UK). The offer is being implemented pursuant to a Court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement under Part 26 of the Companies Act.

Stephane RICHARD

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

Amoos Calorie Control wins Five Stars 2024 Award

The Amoos Calorie Control kitchen roll ranked as the best product in the competition, with an overall satisfaction rate of 80.5% among Portuguese consumers.

François HENIN

Middle Eastern manufacturers are embracing Made in Italy technology: The Al Mulla Group Case and Microline.

Microline, an Italian company dedicated to the design and manufacture of machines and systems for the tissue industry and secondary packaging for over twenty years, has a strong propensity to export and expand into the global market. In one of its most recent job orders, the company supplied a roll packaging system to the Al Mulla Group, a UAE-based company.

François HENIN