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EraCup Natural by Lecta obtains DIN CERTCO industrial compostability certification
Lecta has achieved DIN CERTCO industrial compostability certification for its EraCup Natural paperboard, an innovative product for food service applications. Why is this certification important? It ensures that compostability claims are scientifically validated and that items are accepted in industrial composting facilities, unlike “biodegradable” products that may not fully degrade.
Lecta presents barrier base paper Linerset FP
As part of its strategy to provide high-value, innovative, and environmentally responsible products, Lecta introduces Linerset FP, a high-performance barrier base paper designed for flexible packaging solutions. This product is the ideal solution for converters and printers seeking to incorporate advanced barrier properties into their packaging, or using it as it is, offering a strong, flexible, translucent alternative for use in bags, pouches, and wrapping applications.
Navigator begins a pre-engineering project to convert PM3 at the Setúbal mill
The Navigator Company has begun the pre-engineering phase for the conversion of its PM3 paper machine, located at the integrated pulp and paper mill in Setúbal with the aim of shifting its production towards low basis weights’ flexible packaging paper. This project reinforces the company's strategic commitment to innovative and sustainable packaging solutions, aligning with the growing global demand for alternatives to plastic and the transition to biodegradable and recyclable materials.
Toscotec to participate in Tissue World Düsseldorf
Toscotec will take part in the conference of Tissue World Düsseldorf on 8 April in Düsseldorf, Germany. Stefano Pecchia, Toscotec’s Energy Technology Director, and Gabriele Romanini, Toscotec’s Sales Manager, will deliver a technical speech titled “Decarbonization in the Paper Industry”.
Cybersecurity: Andritz sells Otorio and enters strategic partnership with Armis
International technology group Andritz has entered into a strategic partnership with Armis, the cyber exposure management & security company. Andritz has sold its stake in Otorio, a provider of OT (Operational Technology) and CPS (Cyber Physical Systems) security to Armis who now holds full ownership of Otorio. Andritz will collaborate with Armis to further strengthen its digital customer solutions in this increasingly critical area.
Valmet to deliver a replacement roll to Mercer Rosenthal in Germany
Valmet is to deliver a press roll for the TwinRoll wash press at Mercer Rosenthal mill in Germany. The new TwinRoll Press Roll will ensure the availability and performance of the press and increase its lifetime. The replacement roll will be delivered during the second quarter of 2026. The order is included in Valmet’s orders received of the first quarter 2025. The value of the order will not be disclosed.
Billerud launches ConFlex® HeatSeal
Billerud has developed a recyclable, heat-sealable paper designed to replace plastic in packaging applications with high demands for sealing performance and recyclability.
The Navigator Company increases Packaging prices by 4-7%
The Navigator Company announced that it will increase the price of all Packaging Papers by 4-7%, effective with orders shipping April 1st 2025 onwards. The price adjustment is necessary due to the higher input costs essential for paper manufacturing, namely, but not exclusively, pulp and energy, which have experienced significant increases over the last months.
The excellence of the paper industry meets at MIAC 2025 in Italy
MIAC, the International Exhibition of the Paper Industry, is the reference event for professionals in the paper industry sector. On 8.9.10 October 2025, the Lucca Exhibition Center in Italy hosts the 31st edition of the event: 250 exhibitors present their cutting-edge technologies, machinery, products, and services dedicated to the production of paper and paperboard and the converting of tissue paper. The city of Lucca in Italy, which has always been home to the MIAC, boasts a unique number of paper mills and tissue converters in Europe and is undoubtedly the point of reference for the paper industry at an international level.
Women, go for it! The technology sector needs more woman engineers
Women have a hard time in the male-dominated technology sector and are taken less seriously. This is a media and societal misrepresentation that urgently needs to be addressed. In a time in which industry faces a shortage of young talent, it is vital that women are not discouraged from pursuing a career in this area. This is the view of Lisa Kagerbauer, an engineer at the pump and dosing specialist Lutz-Jesco in Wertheim, speaking on the occasion of International Women’s Day.
Sappi Europe announces a price increase for Coated and Uncoated Fine papers
Due to rising input costs, particularly but not only for pulp, Sappi Europe intend to increase prices for Coated and Uncoated Fine Papers by 8% effective from 7 April 2025. Sales teams will be in contact with our customers to discuss implementation details.
Simatic Robot Pick AI Pro enables machine builders to develop their own adaptive picking robots
Siemens is presenting its new developments in industrial automation and digitalization for the intralogistics industry at this year's Logimat. Faced with global challenges like labor shortages, growing sustainability requirements, and demographic change, the technology company is introducing innovative automation and digitalization solutions that increase efficiency, adaptability, and sustainability in intralogistics.
