Sweden’s first coffee roastery in wood built with CLT from family forestry
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25 February 2026 | Timberbiz
Since 2025, Arvid Nordquist’s innovative coffee roastery has been completed in Järfälla in Sweden. With the vision of a modern, efficient and resource‑efficient roastery with low climate impact and a good working environment, they chose to build the majority of the structural frame in wood. Read more
A renewable pulp grade for fiber cement and filters
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23 February 2026 | Paper Firstweb
Nova F, part of Stora Enso’s unbleached kraft pulp portfolio, is a high-purity grade produced at their Enocell Production Unit in Finland. Known for its long, stiff fibers and consistent quality, Nova F is trusted for demanding applications where strength and reliability matter. Read more
China’s Great Green Wall
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13 February 2026 | Timberbiz
China has planted so many trees around the Taklamakan Desert that it’s turned this ‘biological void’ into a carbon sink. Huge-scale ecological engineering around the edges of one of the world’s largest and driest deserts has turned it into a carbon sink that absorbs more CO2 than it emits, research suggests. Read more
Nippon Paper forms NZ joint venture for softwood chips production
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11 February 2026 | PulpPaper News.com
Nippon Paper Resources Australia, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd., has entered into an agreement to jointly acquire all the shares of Marusumi Whangarei Company Limited, a New Zealand-based softwood chip production and export company currently jointly owned by Marusumi Paper Co., Ltd. and Marubeni Corporation. Read more
Soueast Visycell trial: A fresh catch for cold chain
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11 February 2026 | PKN
Visy’s fibre-based thermal packaging solution, Visycell, has been successfully trialled by NSW seafood supplier Soueast as an alternative to expanded polystyrene boxes for cold-chain transport. Read more
Better to burn Huntly's 'giant mountain of coal' than import, renewable energy advocate says
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11 February 2026 | RNZ
The country would be better off burning the coal it has in reserve than building a billion-dollar liquefied natural gas terminal, a renewable energy advocate says. The government said this week it would proceed with plans to build a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import facility in Taranaki, with the estimated $1 billion capital cost spread across all electricity users through a levy. Read more
Three Mills, One Failure, Three Different Responses
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11 February 2026 | Paper Advance
The white liquor clarifier rake failed in three pulp mills, two in the United States and one in Canada. You might think that the same event would be addressed the same way by different organizations, but the truth is different. Read more
A new Tasowheel CD Moisturizer profiler available for Paper Machine Trials
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11 February 2026 | UJL
A standalone demo CD moisturizer is now available for on-machine industrial trials, giving producers the opportunity to technically evaluate performance and return on investment before making a purchase decision Read more
The transition to fibre-based packaging
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9 February 2026 | Timberbiz
Packaging choices have a surprisingly large impact on the carbon footprint of food purchases. The transition towards fibre-based packaging materials is supported by the new EU bioeconomy strategy. Read more
Corrugated Packaging Evolves Through Tech and Sustainability
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4 February 2026 |Paper Advance
Once viewed primarily as a shipping solution, corrugated packaging is increasingly recognized as a strategic component of modern supply chains. Read more
TotalEnergies to Supply 800 GWh of Renewable Electricity to Paper Manufacturer SWM Over 10 Years
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30 January 2026 | Paper Asia
TotalEnergies and SWM, one of the major players in the paper industry, announce the signing of a contract for the supply of renewable electricity with a constant delivery profile (Clean Firm Power) to SWM’s three plants in France (Papeteries de Saint Girons, PDM Industries and LTR Industries). Read more
SeeCon Saw Inspection Tool for Sawmills
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30 January 2026 | UJL Solutions
When building a new sawmill, every design choice affects long-term profitability. SeeCon enables the sawmill cutting process to operate with very high accuracy, maximizing yield and minimizing raw material loss. Sawmill operators gain access to accurate, real-time online data for better process control. SeeCon is developed by INX-Service, a leading Finnish technology provider for the sawmill and wood-processing industry. Read more
Sustainable forestry delivers better carbon and environmental outcomes
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29 January 2026 | AFPA
AFPA has welcomed new evidence showing forest reservation methods fail to deliver greater carbon mitigation outcomes compared with sustainable and responsible active management of Australian forests. Read more
Tetra Pak backs paper-based aseptic barriers
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28 January 2026 | PKN Packaging
PKN spoke to Sonalika Sharma, Packaging Portfolio Director at Tetra Pak Oceania, who said material simplification was central to improving circularity outcomes in Australia and New Zealand. Read more
Kimberly-Clark beats profit estimates on cost cuts, demand for everyday essentials
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27 January 2026 | Reuters
Kimberly-Clark beat estimates for quarterly profit on Tuesday, helped by cost controls and steady demand for its products including Huggies diapers and Kleenex tissues in North America, China and other key markets. Read more
Nokian concept tyre made with birch bark
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27 January 2026 | Timberbiz
Nokian Tyres Betula concept tyre is a groundbreaking design made of raw material from birch bark. The renewable material by Swedish company Reselo utilizes the residue of the global pulp, paper and plywood industry. Read more
Stora Enso launches new lightweight folding boxboard Performa Lumi
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26 January 2026 | Premium Beauty News
The paper and cardboard manufacturer has introduced Performa Lumi, a new GC1 folding boxboard (FBB) designed for brands seeking both premium visual impact and efficient material use. Read more
National Packaging Reform: Turning brand leadership into consistent outcomes
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13 January 2026 | APCO
National Packaging Reform is the next step to turn brand leadership into consistent, system-wide outcomes, backing recycled content demand with clear national rules. Read more
RISE outlines biomass priorities in energy systems
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12 January 2026 | Paper Advance
Biomass remains a controversial yet essential component of Europe’s energy transition, according to researchers at Sweden’s RISE research institute. While forest residues already supply a significant share of renewable energy in the EU, experts argue that biomass must be used more efficiently as competition intensifies between energy production, industrial uses and carbon storage. Read more
Pulp, Paper and Wood: Industry Outlook for 2026
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12 January 2026 | Paper Advance
After a year defined by mill closures, trade uncertainty, and ongoing global overcapacity, the pulp, paper, and forest products sector enters 2026 amid a new phase of adjustment. In its latest market outlook, ResourceWise highlights seven key issues expected to influence industry conditions in the year ahead. Read more
Renewable Bio-Gas Future
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26 November 2025 | Opal
Opal is powering ahead to uncover innovative, alternative renewable energy to reduce its use of natural gas and reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. As part of the company’s net zero strategy, it is exploring different technologies to identify viable, sustainable alternative energy sources to replace natural gas, which is currently used at the Maryvale Paper Mill in Gippsland. Read more
How intelligent production systems improve operational control and transparency
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26 November 2025 | Paper Firstweb
Paper mills face mounting pressure to boost transparency and responsiveness while managing complex production environments with limited staff. Voith’s MillOne system addresses these challenges by creating a networked digital hub that enhances operational control and real-time visibility. Read more
New paper manufacturing sector conquered by Aurelia
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26 November 2025 | Aurelia
Aurelia announces successful use of its on-line, continuous non-destructive measurement to measure extensible and flat sack. Historically, non-destructive measurements have been unable to determine properties that are important to kraft extensible sack makers. Aurelia's team have developed new property relationships that allow excellent estimates of TEA, stretch and tensile for extensible sacks allowing all the benefits of the PSM-Q stiffness real-time measurement system to be applied to the extensible sack sector. Extensive trials using the PSM-Q on commercial kraft sack machines have shown that the PSM-Q property estimates are superior to the test room, while offering the power of real time trends and the ability to trim costs.
It is expected that prices for this technology will rise in the new year leaving only a few weeks to lock in current prices and support arrangements. For more information go to http://aureliagroup.com.au.
Cardboard for biomass
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21 November 2025 | Timberbiz
A new study has shown for the first time that waste cardboard can be used as an effective source of biomass fuel for large scale power generation. Read more
Corte introduces re-pulpable, biodegradable barrier paper
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20 November 2025 | Packaging Europe
According to the company, EcoBio Barrier Paper starts its product life cycle as 100% recycled paper stock coated with a biobased (90-100% renewable organic carbon per ASTM D6866) and biodegradable (per OECD 301) barrier coating. It can be recycled through normal paper recycling streams and tackles moisture and grease resistance without the risk of plastic or foil pollution. Read more
The fuel of ‘last resort’: How imported gas became New Zealand’s first choice
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18 November 2025 | RNZ
For a government facing blackouts and business closures in an election year, importing gas is an attractive choice. For others, it's the worst possible option. When the government unveiled its long-awaited energy package earlier this year, the centrepiece was a promise to fast-track the import of overseas natural gas. Ministers said it would keep the lights on and protect industry as local gas reserves run dry. Read more
Visy enters into MOU with ARRC Gold Coast to deliver Materials Recovery Facility
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14 November 2025 |Visy
Visy has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Advanced Resource Recovery Centre (ARRC) Gold Coast and the City of Gold Coast to advance the development of a new Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) within the ARRC Precinct at Stapylton. Read more
Single-use paper towels offer a more hygienic way to dry hands after washing conclude scientists (2)
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11 November 2025 | Papnews
A new study has found that electric hand dryers spread microbes much more than paper hand towels. It concludes that despite the advent of so-called ‘newer’ and ‘redesigned’ air dryer models, the contamination risks persist. Microbes can linger in the air up to 30 minutes after dryer use and potential for virus spread via droplets and aerosols on surfaces and in the air is considerably higher than when drying hands with paper towels. Read more
Kiss Kiss Artisan Foods stands out with bold, bespoke packaging
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29 October 2025 | Opal
The team at Opal were also pretty passionate about partnering with West Australian based Kiss Kiss Artisan Foods to create food service wholesale boxes that featured bold, vibrant branding and a sleek design, created by Rad Young, a designer at The Label Factory in Perth, that were also durable and freezer friendly. Read more
Boyer Paper Mill to slash carbon emissions by 97% with $24 million federal funding for electric boiler
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25 October 2025 | Pulse Tasmania
Tasmania’s Boyer Paper Mill will cut its carbon emissions by 97% after the federal government delivered on a $24 million election promise to replace the site’s coal-fired boiler. Read more
Annual Visy shutdown under way
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17 October 2025 | Timberbiz
The annual maintenance shutdown at the Visy Pulp and Paper Tumut mill started this week, with all major equipment shut down to be cleaned and inspected, ensuring safe and reliable operations for the next 12 months. Read more
From textiles to paper!
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16 October 2025 | Paper Advance
Every year, millions of tons of textile waste end up in landfills, despite their largely untapped cellulosic potential. In our latest study published in Cellulose, our team at Innofibre, in collaboration with several industrial partners, demonstrates that it is possible to transform textile residues into functional papermaking pulps—paving the way for new molded products. Read more
Paperboard manufacturing declining
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8 October 2025 | Timberbiz
The Paperboard Container Manufacturing industry has contended with challenging conditions over the past five years. Rising costs for timber and energy have hiked manufacturers’ purchase expenses and weighed on their profit margins, particularly for smaller manufacturers that lack the benefits of greater economies of scale. Read more
Paper Rises as a Core Material in Sustainable Packaging
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6 October 2025 | Paper Advance
As global efforts to reduce plastic waste intensify, paper is re-emerging as one of the most versatile and sustainable materials in modern packaging.
In a recent release, Easyfairs, organizer of London Packaging Week, spotlighted how leading paper producers are advancing fibre-based technologies that align with circular and low-carbon goals. Read more
Metsä Group’s carbon capture pilot underway – Investigation of a demo plant beginning
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4 September | Paper Firstweb
In June, a carbon capture pilot plant came online at Metsä Group’s Rauma mill, where the company is testing the capture of pulp mill flue gases in cooperation with the technology company Andritz, the supplier of the pilot plant. Read more
OjiFS Announces Divestment of Packaging Australia Sites
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3 October 2025 | Ojifs
A share sale agreement has been signed with The Abbe Group (Abbe Pty Ltd) to acquire the OjiFS Packaging Australia (corrugated) business, encompassing Packaging Queensland, Packaging New South Wales, Packaging Victoria, Oji Cardboard Carton Solutions (OCCS), and its Regional Distribution sites. Read more
Costa, Coles, Opal trial cardboard tomato packs
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2 October 2025 | PKN
Costa Group has partnered with Coles and Opal in a large-scale trial to replace rPET plastic punnets with recyclable cardboard packaging for Perino tomatoes, now available across Coles’ Victorian stores. Read more
Aurelia extends its reach beyond Europe
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2 October 2025 | Aurelia
Australian company Aurelia, the maker of the PSM-Q on-line, non-destructive and continuous stiffness sensor, is following up recently successful trials in Italy and Germany with demonstrations set to commence in Sweden, Germany and Brazil this month. The Aurelia team have developed a technology that continuously reports important property measurements for packaging, carton board, gypsum board and extensible sack paper machines, typically demonstrating savings of around USD 5-10M per year. Read more
OpTest Equipment Inc from Canada has a new Fiber Quality Analyzer – 360 (FQA-360)
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2 October 2025 | UJL Solutions
OpTest Equipment Inc from Canada has a new Fiber Quality Analyzer – 360 (FQA-360). The FQA rapidly and accurately measures fiber length, width, curl, % numeric fines, and kink in dilute pulp samples. Optional software is available to measure mean fiber coarseness according to ISO 23713, Fiber Wall Thickness, hardwood/softwood blends, Degree of External Fiber Fibrillation, analyze shives and analyze vessel elements. Read more
Congratulations to our Sustaining Member, Index Engineering
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2 October 2025 | Index Engineering
Congratulations to our Sustaining Member, Index Engineering who were nationally recognised for engineering excellence in October. The Silver Award was presented to Index by ACE New Zealand for problem solving and design work on the PM6 machine at OjiFS - Kinleith Mill. Well done! Read more
FutureProof 2026 Appita Annual Conference
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30 Sept 2025 | Appita
FutureProof 2026, Appita Annual Conference, Shaping the future of fibre based industries, Hyatt Place, Essendon Fields, Essendon on the 25-26 March 2026.
Download Sponsors and Exhibitors prospectus to see what is on offer for 2026 click here.
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PaperSystems (Ross Bradford)
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30 September 2025 | PaperSystems
Agent for Cellwood Machinery AB, announce that Bellmer GmbH, a leading international supplier of paper and board machinery, have acquired the Swedish-based Cellwood Machinery AB, an internationally re-nowned manufacturer of systems for wastepaper recycling and bioenergy pre-treatment. Read more
Funky gum with eight fingers
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24 September 2025 | Timberbiz
An unusual gum tree featuring eight limbs sprouting from its trunk has stunned thousands of Aussies. The “very funky” eucalyptus found growing on a woman’s rural property in NSW’s Hunter Valley left many in awe after she posted an image of the “cool” tree online this week. Read more
Statement: Opal’s $402m Legal Claim for damages against the Victorian Government
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22 September 2025 | Opal
Melbourne, Victoria: In filings lodged today in the Supreme Court of Victoria, Paper Australia Pty Ltd (trading as ‘Opal’) commenced proceedings against the State Government of Victoria for $402 million in damages following the Government’s breach of the Wood Pulp Agreement (Agreement) to provide a stable supply of wood to Opal, the operator of the Maryvale Paper Mill in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria. Read more
Mondi introduces white digital printing for corrugated packaging, unlocking new branding possibilities
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17 September 2025 | Paper First
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging, has expanded its six-colour digital printing range for corrugated packaging to include white ink. This innovation reflects the growing trend of white digital printing on brown packaging. It enables vivid, high-contrast designs that enhance brand recognition and support sustainable, resource-efficient solutions, harnessing the flexibility of this innovative technology. Read more
Visy upgrades Brisbane mill for new box grades
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11 September 2025 | PKN
Visy has completed a $30 million upgrade to its 100 per cent recycled paper mill on Gibson Island in Brisbane, which will manufacture new grades of paper for corrugated boxes used by Queensland farmers and food and beverage businesses. Read more
Intelligent Manufacturing: The Paper Industry’s Digital Leap
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10 September 2025 | Paper Advance
The pulp and paper industry has always been capital-intensive, driven by large-scale equipment, complex processes, and global supply chains.
But a new era is taking shape. From Helsinki to São Paulo and Shanghai, mills are embracing intelligent manufacturing—a suite of digital technologies that combine automation, data, and artificial intelligence to make operations smarter, leaner, and greener. Read more
Stora Enso Turns Lignin into a European Battery Breakthrough
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10 September 2025 | Paper Advance
The pulp and paper industry is finding new ways to transform its by-products into solutions for the low-carbon economy. One of the most promising breakthroughs is coming from Finland, where Stora Enso is turning lignin—a natural polymer found in trees—into advanced carbon materials for batteries and other high-tech applications. Read more
Opal launches cutting-edge print and packaging technologies at its Innovation Expo
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2 September 2025 | Opal
Opal’s Speciality Packaging team has launched a wonderland awash with vibrant colour, show stopping design and clever engineering – all made from cardboard and powered by cutting-edge digital technologies. Read more
ARC Training Centre in Sustainable Materials and Responsible Technologies for Packaging (SMaRT-Pack)
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29 August 2025 | BioPRIA
We are delighted to congratulate Prof. Gil Garnier, the Chief Investigators, and industry partners on the successful outcome of BioPRIA’s submission for the ARC Training Centre in Sustainable Materials and Responsible Technologies for Packaging (SMaRT-Pack). Read more
UJL Pty Ltd - A new method for blade angle measurement for coaters
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29 August 2025 | UJL
Runnability and quality problems very often occur in coating machine processes, yet the real reasons cannot be found with traditional methods. To help troubleshoot these problems, a new method has been developed. Read more
Runtech Systems delivered a web stabilization improvement project to Visy
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19 August 2025 | Paper Advance
Runtech Systems delivered a web stabilization improvement project to Visy. The delivery to Gibson Island PM8 included RunPro Web Stabilizers for single- and double-felted drying sections and EVst pocket ventilators. Read more
Mondi to Increase Energy Self-sufficiency to 90% at its Pulp and Paper Mill in Slovakia with New Biomass Power Plant
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18 August 2025 | Paper Asia
Mondi recently announced the construction of a new biomass power plant at its integrated pulp and paper mill in Ružomberok, Slovakia. The new power plant will replace the existing bark boiler and is scheduled for completion in 2027. This investment will increase the mill’s energy self-sufficiency from 75% to 90%, providing a more sustainable and reliable energy supply for both the mill and the local community. Read more
High energy costs in NZ have already cost the industry
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15 August 2025 | Timberbiz
High electricity costs and the insecurity of future gas availability are key drivers for the Wood Processors and Manufacturers Association of NZ (WPMA) to provide support for the Protecting industry, jobs and household budgets as the gas runs out research report released by the Green Building Council. Read more
Public forest lockups are bad for the community and bad for sustainable forestry
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13 August 2025 | AFPA
The Australian Forest Products Association (AFPA) is renewing calls for governments nationally to maintain more multiple-use public forests, better recognise their community amenity benefits and their critical provision for sustainably sourced timber and wood-fibre resources to build the nation, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of AFPA, Richard Hyett said today. Read more
Smurfit Westrock and Papa John’s develop three-tiered pizza box
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13 August 2025 | Packaging Europe
Papa John’s has collaborated with Smurfit Westrock to create a tiered box for holding three medium pizzas, aiming to develop an interactive experience for all ages. Read more. Read more
Opal delivers premium shelf-ready packaging for SOMA launch
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11 August 2025 | Opal
SOMA was born from a desire to fill a gap in the market for luxurious, beautifully fragranced body washes, at an affordable price tag and available through supermarkets. Under extremely tight timeframes, Opal jumped at the opportunity to collaborate with Georgie and Camille to design and manufacture premium, shelf-ready packaging for the body wash range, at record speed, which is sold exclusively through Woolworths stores. Read more
Australia is suddenly flush with forest-friendly recycled toilet paper firms: what’s the state of ply?
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3 August 2025 | The Guardian, NZ
The Australian brand Who Gives a Crap (WGAC) has recently launched its toilet paper products in the UK supermarket chain Tesco. Having begun as a home delivery service, its recycled and “sustainable” products are now stocked in Woolworths, Aldi and independent supermarkets such as IGA in Australia. Read more
“This Changes How You Poop Forever” as This Revolutionary Toilet Paper Breakthrough Redefines How Billions Clean Themselves Every Day
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2 August 2025 | Sustainability Times
In a groundbreaking move that underscores the impact of subtle innovation, Charmin's new wavy perforation design in toilet paper has not only sparked a significant increase in sales but also redefined consumer satisfaction through engineering precision and cultural adaptation. Read more
Paper bubble wrap debuts in Australia
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31 July 2025 | PKN
Wrapt Packaging has introduced a new paper-based protective packaging material to the Australian market – Papair Bubble Wrap – designed to provide an alternative to conventional plastic bubble wrap, the company says. Read more
LNG is expensive compared with bioenergy from wood residues
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25 July 2025 | Timberbiz
The release of the LNG import investigation in New Zealand confirms what’s already clear. LNG is an expensive energy option according to the Bioenergy Association. Read more
With over 180 improvement projects, Valmet extends the lifespan of production assets
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23 July 2025 | Papnews
In the tissue industry, maintaining production lines that are reliable, efficient, high-performing and sustainable is essential to ensure long-term competitiveness. In this scenario, relying on an OEM capable of providing structured support throughout the entire lifecycle of the plant becomes a strategic advantage. Read more
Fibre leads the shift as packaging steps up
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23 July 2025 |PKN Packaging
Smart design, sustainability and scalable manufacturing are converging to reshape packaging solutions in the FMCG sector, according to Mark Rohrlach, industrial regional manager for Australasia at Detpak. Read more
Industry-First Green Hydrogen Deals Signed by Andrex® and Kleenex® Producer, Kimberly-Clark
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23 July 2025 | Kimberly Clark
Kimberly-Clark UK & Ireland, manufacturer of leading household name brands including Andrex® and Kleenex®, becomes the first major consumer products company in the UK to make a significant commitment to green hydrogen, signalling its commitment to a more sustainable future. Read more
Spicers partners with Papkot on eco-packaging solutions
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18 July 2025 | PKN
Spicers is set to expand its sustainable packaging offer in Australia following a strategic alliance between its parent company, KPP Group Holdings, and materials innovator Papkot. The move will see Spicers play a central role in introducing Papkot’s high-performance, plastic-free coating solutions to the Australian market. Read more
2025 Sees Continued Pulp and Paper Mill Closures: What's Driving the Trend?
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16 June 2025 | Resource Wise
The global pulp and paper industry has moved through 2025 with more signs of strain thus far as mill closures and production curtailments continue to mount. These shutdowns—both permanent and temporary—are unfolding across regions. They are affecting a wide range of operations, from containerboard mills in North America to pulp and specialty facilities in Europe and the South Pacific. Read more
Visy’s new one-stop shop for premium boxes and supplies
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15 July 2025 | Visy
We are proud to announce a one-stop shop for premium, specialty cardboard packaging and supplies across Australia and New Zealand. Visy Specialties brings together the expertise and resources of Glamapak, CCP, TPC and VBAM.
Visy Specialties offers a comprehensive range of products, including bespoke boxes, high-impact lithographic packaging, and point-of-sale displays. Read more
Citrus characters bring to life Sim Fresh’s citrus produce range
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14 July 2025 | Opal
To support market growth, Sim Fresh was keen to elevate their brand by launching fresh, vibrant new designs across their citrus fruit packaging range.
In keeping with their family values, a nephew of the family sketched up a series of playful ‘citrus characters’. Taking inspiration from the sketches, Opal’s creative team created the colourful designs to bring to life each of the characters. Read more
First field trial of gene edited conifers
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18 June 2025 | Timberbiz
Scion has launched the world’s first field trial of gene-edited conifer as part of research aimed at improving wood quality and producing materials to support New Zealand’s bioeconomy. Read more
Mondi launches re/cycle PaperPlus Bag Advanced
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16 June 29025 | ipw
Mondi is launching its re/cycle PaperPlus Bag Advanced, a high-performance paper bag designed to protect humidity-sensitive goods, while significantly reducing plastic content. Read more
What's shaping the packaging industry in 2025
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12 June 2025 | Opal
As a leading recycling, paper and cardboard packaging business, we have a clear view of the emerging trends shaping the packaging industry. As packaging continues to evolve, sustainability, efficiency and customer experience are at the forefront of this year’s trends. Businesses are seeking recyclable materials, durable packaging designs and engaging unboxing experiences. At Opal, we are delivering the packaging solutions our customers need to create value in 2025. Read more
South Australia bans plastic fruit stickers from 2025
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10 June 2025 | PKN
From 1 September 2025, South Australia will ban plastic stickers on fresh fruit and vegetable produce, including apples, pears, avocados, citrus and mangoes. Only Australian Standard (AS) certified compostable labels will be permitted on fresh produce sold in the state. Read more
Driving Energy Efficiency with Pulp and Paper Operations
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10 June 2025 | Paper Advance
Pulp and paper manufacturing remains one of the most energy-intensive industries, ranking as the second most energy-intensive sector within manufacturing, according to the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry. Energy costs can account for 10 to 40 percent of total manufacturing expenses, making energy efficiency a crucial aspect of the profitability of mill operations. Read more
“France Just Hit the Jackpot”: World’s Largest Hydrogen Treasure Worth $92 Billion Sparks Energy Race and Global Power Upheaval
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10 June 2025 | Sustainability News
In a remarkable breakthrough, scientists in France have uncovered a massive 46 million-ton deposit of natural hydrogen beneath the soil of Folschviller, potentially revolutionizing global clean energy strategies and positioning France as a leader in sustainable fuel production. Read more
New EU rules’ effect on New Zealand timber exports
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6 June 2025 | Timberbiz
New Zealand exporters sending wood or beef and leather products to the European Union (EU) will soon have to comply with new rules that aim to reduce deforestation in the supply chain. Read more
Suzano and Kimberly-Clark Form $3.4B Global Tissue Joint Venture
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5 June 2025 | Paper Advance
Suzano acquires majority stake in international tissue business spanning over 70 countries, including iconic brands like Kleenex and Scott. Suzano, the world’s largest pulp producer, and Kimberly-Clark, a global leader in consumer products, have announced the formation of a new joint venture valued at US$3.4 billion, marking a significant reshaping of the global tissue market. Read more
Toscotec completes pioneering rebuild at Essity to harness geothermal energy
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4 June 2025 | Papnews
Toscotec and Essity successfully started up the world’s first tissue machine running solely on geothermal steam at their Kawerau site in New Zealand. With this groundbreaking project, Toscotec continues to demonstrate its leadership as technology supplier in enabling the energy transition of the tissue industry from fossil-based to renewable energy. Read more
Landfill crisis underscores need for packaging reform
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2 June 2025 | PKN
Businesses trading in Australia will soon face mandatory packaging regulations, with the federal government expected to introduce packaging design and labelling reform as landfill capacity in major cities approaches crisis point. Read more
BTG, has launched a new solution for accurately measuring the chemical additive demand of fibers
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2 June 2025 | BTG
BTG, has launched a new solution for accurately measuring the chemical additive demand of fibers in the paper production, leading to cost savings: SZP-16 is a compact, portable and easy-to-use solution to accurately measures the Zeta potential to make fiber additive demands visible. Read more
Kemira takes on worlds biggest challenges
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30 May 2025 | Kemira
Kemira, take on some of the world’s biggest challenges, working relentlessly to solve them with chemistry, and the firm belief that a more sustainable society is possible. From cleaning drinking water and treating wastewater, reducing and replacing plastics in packaging and enabling recyclability of fibres and textiles, Kemira focuses on chemistry that makes a meaningful difference to quality of life. The company offers an end-to-end portfolio of high-performance chemistry, and digital services for advanced process optimisation. For more information. Click here
Scion will operate as part of the Bioeconomy Science Institute from July
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21 May 2025 | Timberbiz
Dr Shane Reti, New Zealand Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology, announced that New Zealand’s new public research organisations will be formed from 1 July 2025. From this date, Scion will operate as a division of the New Zealand Institute for Bioeconomy Science (Bioeconomy Science Institute). Read more
Metsa and Amcor develop recyclable fibre food tray
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21 May 2025 | PKN
Metsa Group and Amcor are working together to develop a fibre-based food tray that combines Metsa's 3D moulded fibre solution, Muoto, with Amcor’s high-barrier liner and lidding film technology. Read more
OjiFS Announces Simplified Management Structure
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15 May 2025 | Oji Fibre Solutions
Oji Fibre Solutions (OjiFS) has today announced management changes to align with its new business model, with its CEO stepping aside to lead the Company as Transition Chair and appointing a reduced leadership team, effective 01 July. Read more
Compostable Paper: Terms, Innovations, and Challenges
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8 May 2025 | Paper Advance
Two Sides North America sheds light on the end-of-life options for paper, emphasizing composting as a valuable alternative to landfilling, while clarifying the crucial difference between "biodegradable" and "compostable." Read more
Bushfire detection in Australia and NZ boosted by AI intervention
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7 May 2025 | Timberbiz
Bushfires pose a significant threat to Australia and New Zealand’s environment, economy, and communities, with traditional detection methods often failing to provide timely warnings. Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered bushfire detection systems are emerging as a vital tool to enhance early intervention, protect forests, and safeguard lives and infrastructure in response to this challenge. Read more
“This Changes How You Poop Forever”: Revolutionary Toilet Paper Breakthrough Redefines How Billions Clean Themselves Every Day
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3 May 2025 | Sustainability Times
In a world where technological advancements often dominate headlines, it’s easy to overlook the subtle revolutions occurring in the most mundane corners of our lives. One such quiet revolution has happened in the realm of toilet paper, a staple in every household. Read more
Opal recycles uniforms with BlockTexx
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1 May 2025 | PKN
Packaging converter Opal has joined forces with textile recycling company BlockTexx to repurpose used uniforms from its Paper & Recycling Botany Mill. The uniforms will be processed into reusable fibres Read more
‘Industry-first’ paper cap from Tetra Pak trialled on Aneto’s vegetable broth
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30 April 29025 | Packaging Europe
Tetra Pak is testing a paper-based cap for carton packages of Aneto’s vegetable broth – creating a pack that contains 73% paper by weight and, including the plant-based polymers in the coatings and opening neck, 87% renewable content. Read more
Amcor research reveals recyclability claims are the most influential on consumer decisions
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25 April 2025 | Pulpapernews.com
Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has released the third edition of its European consumer claims research report. The report reveals that recyclability claims are the most influential on consumer purchase decisions. This coincides with a growing preference for paper-based packaging. Read more
DS Smith Packaging for Egg Transport, Marks & Spencer Paper Packaging for Chocolate, and Guyenne Papier with LFI Emballages' Cardboard Yogurt Tub
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18 April 2025 | Packaging World
See a few examples of paper-based packaging innovations from DS Smith, Marks & Spencer, and Guyenne Papier in collaboration with LFI Emballages from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone. These innovations highlight the significant progress being made in adopting paper-based solutions, driven by both functionality and sustainability. Read more
Albanese pledges $24M for Boyer Mill
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16 April 2025 | Print 21
Anthony Albanese has pledged up to $24M to Tasmania’s Boyer Paper Mill to transition to a low emission future, if he wins the upcoming election. Read more
Timber to leave the CFMEU to form Timber, Furnishings and Textiles Union
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16 April 2025 | Timberbiz
Members of the CFMEU Manufacturing Division have voted overwhelmingly to leave the CFMEU and establish an independent union, the Timber, Furnishing and Textiles Union (TFTU). Read more
‘ReMade in Australia’ brand welcomed, but transparency on timber and wood-fibre origin needs to be resolved
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15 April 2025 | AFPA
The Australian Forest Products Association (AFPA) welcomes Federal Labor’s ‘Remade in Australia’ brand announced today as a measure that has potential to demonstrate the recycling power of our sector – but the big elephant in the room remains – where does a future Albanese Government stand on Country of Origin labelling for timber and wood?. Read more
World’s first fully electric tissue machine operates at full speed at Fortissue
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9 April 2025 | ipw
Portuguese tissue manufacturer Fortissue and Toscotec have started up PM1 after a groundbreaking upgrade at their Viana do Castelo production base in Portugal. This Toscotec-supplied Ahead 2.0 line, which first began production in 2015, is now the first tissue machine in the world to operate entirely on electricity at 2,000 m/min. Read more
Fibre-based bottle from Zipform contains 50% PCR and avoids plastic liner
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9 April 2025 | Packaging Europe
Zipform Packaging has developed a bottle made with 95% wood-based fibre and over 50% post-consumer recycled content, replacing the conventional plastic liner with a moisture- and oxygen-resistant barrier layer to improve recyclability. Read more
Duracell to Reveal Paper-Based Success at Packaging Recycling Summit
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8 April 2025 | Packaging World
Duracell is revolutionizing battery packaging by replacing traditional plastic blister packs with curbside recyclable, all-cartonboard paper blisters. Read more
New Unique Solutions for Blade Coaters
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8 April 2025 | UJL
UJL Solutions, agent for Procoat Consulting, from Finland offers headbox audits and troubleshooting services on site. Now they have new unique solutions for blade coaters. Read more
Visy trials fibre-based EPS alternative for food delivery
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3 April 2025 | PKN
Visy has developed a new insulation solution, Visycell, that could help drive the shift away from expanded polystyrene (EPS) in the food delivery supply chain. Read more
Essity unveils the world-first tissue machine operating on geothermal steam
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28 March 2025 | Pulpaper.news.com
Recently, hygiene and health company Essity, has unveiled the world’s first tissue machine operating wholly on geothermal steam at its production facility in Kawerau, New Zealand. The annual CO2 emissions of the plant have been reduced by two-thirds. More than 100 people attended the official opening of the newly upgraded tissue machine, including New Zealand and Australian business leaders from the manufacturing, distribution, sustainability and retail sectors, and Kawerau business and community representatives. Read more