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Jussi Vanhanen Appointed as CEO of Metsä Group

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Jussi Vanhanen will start in his new position on July 1, 2025.   Feb 17, 2025 Mr. Jussi Vanhanen, LLM, MBA, has been appointed as the CEO of Metsäliitto Cooperative, the parent company of Metsä Group, a Finnish forest industry company that produces wood products, pulp, paper and bioenergy from northern......
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International Paper Closes Containerboard Mill in US

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The permanent closure of International Paper’s Red River containerboard mill in Louisiana by April 2025 is expected to reduce its annual containerboard capacity by approximately 800,000 tons. Feb 17, 2025 International Paper, global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has announced permanent closure of its four facilities in the United States,......
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Union Budget: IPMA Pins Hopes on MSMEs to Boost Demand for Paper & Packaging Materials

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The policy incentives announced by the Government of India will encourage recycling, while the use of sustainable raw materials will further strengthen the paper industry’s commitment to a circular economy, said Mr. Pawan Agarwal, President of the Indian Paper Manufacturers Association (IPMA). Feb 7, 2025 The Indian Paper Manufacturers Association......
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Waste Imports Deadline: EU Urges Non-OECD Countries to Submit Requests by February 21

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As per EU, the Waste Shipments Regulation aimed to establish a new regime for the shipments of waste within the EU, as well as for imports and exports of waste into and from the EU. Feb 12, 2025 The European Union has asked all countries which are not part of......
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Pidilite Explores Acquisition of Akzo Nobel India

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Pidilite Industries is competing to acquire Akzo Nobel India. The move comes as Akzo Nobel NV plans to divest its Indian operations in a deal valued at INR 13,107 crore. Jan 28, 2025 Pidilite Industries, a leading adhesives and construction chemicals manufacturer, is exploring acquisitions of Akzo Nobel India, a......
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US DOE and IEDO Select Svante’s Pre-FEED Study for Commercial-Scale Carbon Capture Project

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The two departments have selected Svante’s Pre-FEED (Preliminary Front End Engineering Design) study for a commercial-scale carbon capture project in a cost-sharing agreement of up to approximately USD 1.5 million. Jan 30, 2025 The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) has selected Svante’s Pre-FEED (Preliminary......
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Aikawa Fiber Technologies Appoints Mr. Ali Raheem as CEO

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Mr. Raheem brings substantial experience in both strategic consulting and implementation as well as operational business leadership. His deep understanding of market dynamics and addressing customer needs will be instrumental in strengthening AFT’s position globally, both for AFT’s current as well as future offerings. Feb 11, 2025 Reinforcing its leadership......
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Sri Andal Paper Mills Orders IQ Moisturizer for Kraft Machine from Valmet

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Sri Andal Paper Mills has ordered IQ moisturizer for a kraft machine from Valmet. The value-added solution is designed to enhance both product quality and operational efficiency. The delivery is scheduled for the first quarter of 2025. Feb 11, 2025 Sri Andal Paper Mills has ordered an IQ Moisturizer from......