Billerud is strengthening its premium containerboard segment through a targeted investment at its Gruvön mill in Sweden. A new headbox installation on the paper machine will elevate the company’s flagship product, Billerud Flute®, improving fiber orientation, sheet uniformity and enabling higher strength properties to the product.
Dec 09, 2025
Billerud is strengthening its leadership in the premium Containerboard segment through a targeted investment at its Gruvön mill in Sweden. A new headbox installation on the paper machine will elevate the company’s flagship product, Billerud Flute®, to new levels of strength, quality consistency, and performance.
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The upgrade will improve fiber orientation, sheet uniformity and enable higher strength properties – all key benefits for converters and brand owners in demanding logistics and climate conditions.
“Billerud Flute is already recognized for its world-class performance and reliability. This investment ensures we continue to lead the industry in fresh fiber fluting, delivering measurable performance and sustainability improvements for our customers,” says Mr. Johan Wallin, Acting VP Business area Paperboard at Billerud.
The rebuild is planned for April 2026. The launch of the next level Billerud Flute is scheduled for the second half of 2026.
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“This is another step in our long-term strategy to deliver high-performing, renewable packaging materials that enable lower total cost of ownership and reduce environmental impact,” adds Mr Johan Wallin.
