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4evergreen alliance discussed key developments for the fibre-based packaging industry at its Annual Conference
4evergreen, the cross-industry alliance perfecting the circularity of fibre-based packaging from across the industry’s value chain, held its 5th Annual Conference in Brussels on 6 November. The event brought together fibre-based packaging value chain representatives, policymakers and other key stakeholders to discuss the sector’s latest developments and challenges.
12th Annual Girls Who Print Day Conference
Girls Who Print, the largest global network of women in the print and graphic communication industry, presented three awards during the online Girls Who Print Day Conference on November 7th. The 2024 Rising Star Award was presented to Kiki Heron, Account Manager, Training and Development Leader at Specialty Print Communications, by Kelly Mallozzi, Principal at Success in Print, who runs the Girls Who Print mentorship program. The award recognizes women who have stepped up and taken the initiative to proactively help the industry, their company, and their colleagues.
Rebuild for DS Smith’s PM 4 at Viana Paper Mill successfully completed
Following its rebuild and start-up in October 2023, PM 4 at DS Smith's Viana Paper Mill reached final acceptance. The rebuild has increased production from 400,000 tons to 430,000 tons of kraftliner and high-performance top kraftliner per year, at a design speed of 1,200 m/min. This improves the plant's overall efficiency and further strengthens its position in Southern Europe.
Atlantic Zeiser at Trustech 2024
Atlantic Zeiser, a Coesia company and provider of advanced printing and personalization solutions for the card and packaging industries, will showcase the Persosmart Color at Trustech 2024 in Paris from December 3 to 5, 2024. The company will exhibit at Hall 5.2, Booth #B2029, presenting its innovative 4-color drop-on-demand solution designed to set new benchmarks for speed, quality, and sustainability in card personalization.
Andritz launches PrimeDry HotAir Box to reduce energy consumption in tissue drying
International technology group Andritz has developed the PrimeDry HotAir Box, an innovative solution that enables tissue producers to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions while increasing machine efficiency.
Shine LED Lamp Kit by Miraclon recognized with German FTA Sustainability Award
The Shine LED Lamp Kit by Miraclon has won the Sustainability Technology Award in the German Flexographic Technical Association (DFTA) Awards during a prestigious event in Cologne, Germany. This is the third industry recognition of Shine LED Lamp Kits, following the unique double FTA Sustainability Excellence and Innovation Award it received in North America in May 2024.
Mondi presents sustainable papers for seamless printing in the office
The annual Big Buyer trade show has established itself in the industry as a fixed meeting point for paper manufacturers as well as wholesalers and retailers. As a global packaging and paper company, Mondi will be exhibiting at stand B32 and showcasing a selection of papers from its premium Color Copy, NAUTILUS®, BIO TOP 3® and IQ brands. The international trade event from 27 to 29 November in Milan is dedicated to products in the stationery, office, party, creativity and toy sectors. Visitors can attend a variety of conferences to learn more about current trends and innovative product developments.
Ranpak announces launch of GrasiKraft™ paper
Ranpak announced the launch of its new GrasiKraft™paper void fill made with grass fibers. Ranpak is, as they claim, the first company in the world to offer grass paper as part of its standard product portfolio for void fill, which joins its innovative suite of products including automated packaging solutions and paper converters that can serve any application required within a box.
Fiorini Packaging invests in Bobst Expert CI Flexo press
Fiorini Packaging, international supplier of high-tech paper bags, has enhanced its ability to create stand-out packaging after investing in Bobst’s flexo press technology. The Italy-based company recently expanded its printing department with a 10-color Bobst Expert CI Flexo press with triLOCK technology after being impressed with the performance of its existing 8-color Bobst machine.
SCA appoints a new head for the Containerboard and Pulp business areas
SCA has recruited Petteri Kalela as the new President of business areas Containerboard and Pulp and member of the executive management team. Kalela has extensive experience in the forest industry and has held several business leadership roles in Europe and Asia.
Mondi Warsaw marks completion of €90 million plant upgrade
Mondi has recently completed a €90 million investment upgrade in its Mszczonów plant near Warsaw which doubled its capacity, making it the largest corrugated solutions plant in Poland, and one of the biggest in Europe. The plant is now ideally set up to meet the needs of manufacturers requiring innovative and sustainable packaging solutions with enhanced levels of quality and service. Mondi Warsaw is set to host an event inviting customers to explore the upgraded plant and engage with Mondi experts on packaging innovation, trends and circular solutions.
Valmet to deliver an automatic dewiring line to Södra Cell Värö in Sweden
Valmet is to deliver an automatic dewiring line to Södra Cell’s pulp mill in Värö, Sweden. The delivery will connect to the existing pulper feed system and safely handle the reject bales from the baling line. The new equipment is estimated to be taken into operation in autumn 2025. The order is included in Valmet’s orders received of the third quarter 2024. The value of the order will not be disclosed. An order of this size and scope is typically worth between EUR 1,5 million and EUR 2 million.
