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Peatland Plants Can Substitute Wood as Raw Material for Paper Packaging: Study

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A new study at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV in Germany has discovered that peatland plants can serve as a raw material for sustainable paper packaging products such as folding boxes, trays, and related products. Jan 6, 2024 Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering......
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Twin Rivers Paper Appoints Tyler Rajeski as CEO

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Tyler will succeed Mr. Debabrata Mukherjee on February 1, 2025. Mr. Mukherjee will continue his service to Twin Rivers as Chairman of the Board. Jan 3, 2025 Twin Rivers Paper Company, a leading producer of specialty paper products, has announced the promotion of Tyler Rajeski as Chief Executive Officer, effective......
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UPM Listed in Dow Jones World and European Sustainability Indices

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UPM has been listed in the Dow Jones Global and European Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for the years 2024-2025. The indices cover environmental, social and governance aspects of responsibility. Jan 2, 2025 UPM has been listed as the only forest and paper industry company in the Dow Jones Global and European......
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Auburn University Developing Technology to Convert Carbon Emissions From Pulp & Paper Mills Into Fishfood

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The novel technology aims to capture carbon dioxide from pulp & paper mill flue gas, along with aquaculture wastewater, and convert them into algae-based protein for aquafeed pellets (fishfood). The utilization of algae as aquafeed will also boost greenhouse gas emission reduction. Jan 3, 2025 A team of researchers at Auburn......
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UFlex Announces USD 200 Million Capex for Egypt Facilities

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The investment is part of UFlex’s backward integration strategy to strengthen its production capabilities, as well as cater to the growing demand in Egypt, the Middle East, Europe and Africa. Jan 2, 2025 UFlex, one of the end-to-end flexible packaging solutions companies of the country, serving as a one-stop shop......
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Swedish Duni Group Eyes UK Tableware Market With Acquisition of Poppies

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The strategic merger worth approximately USD 60.94 million will strengthen Duni Group’s market position in sustainable dining solutions in the United Kingdom. Dec 31, 2024 Duni Group, a leading Swedish company providing sustainable dining and food packaging solutions for the restaurant market, has signed an agreement to acquire Poppies Europe......
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Karnaphuli Paper Mill Set for USD 3 Billion Revival Plan

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Karnaphuli Paper Mill in Bangladesh has been set for revival under a USD 3 billion project that aims to fully repair the facility and establish six new plants within five years. The factory is expected to produce 1 lakh tonnes of paper annually with this revival plan and can resume......
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Paper & Tissue Show 2025: 10th Edition Returns with Highlight MENA Pulp Week

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The Paper & Tissue Show 2025 is set to take place from January 21–23, 2025, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The MENA Pulp Week will kick off the exhibition on the first day with exclusive conferences and panel discussions. This milestone 10th edition is sponsored by Saudi......
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Mondi Invests EUR 20 Million to Upgrade its Austrian Mill

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The full benefit of the upgrades is expected from the first quarter of 2025. The energy-efficient projects will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20 percent and gas consumption by 25 percent, while also increasing operational safety.  Dec 23, 2024 Mondi has announced good progress on the EUR 20 million investment......
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EU Council’s New Packaging Rules Emphasize on Less Waste, More Re-use

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As per the EUDR rules, the packaging companies will meet the 2030 and 2040 targets for a minimum percentage of recycled content, up to 65 percent for single use plastic bottles by 2040. They will be required to minimize the weight & volume of packaging and avoid unnecessary packaging. Dec......