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Valmet’s Ash Crystallizer Helps Mercer Stendal Pulp Mill in Germany to Reduce Emissions and Improve Performance

Valmet will deliver a new ash crystallization plant for Mercer Stendal mill in Arneburg, Germany. This investment is part of Mercer’s long-term vision to further reduce the mill’s emissions and improve its performance. Ash crystallization plant contributes to this target by helping to close the mill’s chemical circulation, reducing the need for make-up chemicals, and by helping to extend the recovery boiler maintenance intervals to 24 months and beyond.

Irving Family Announces the Passing of Robert K. Irving

The Irving family announced the passing of Robert K. Irving, co-CEO of J.D. Irving, Limited, who died in Moncton, New Brunswick, following a battle with cancer. He was 71 years old.

Joint Statement from the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association on the Longview Tragedy

The following statement was issued by representatives of the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association.

EPIQ Boosts Mill Efficiency with Smart Upgrades

As a mill’s equipment ages, producers are still faced with the issue of improving operational efficiency and perhaps increasing output to compete with growing competition while keeping costs under control. Often, this could also mean a total mill conversion, for example, from newsprint to packaging grades. Or maybe just a change in roll width and/or diameter.

Sappi and UPM Announce the Signing of Binding Agreements for Proposed Joint Venture

Sappi Limited (“Sappi”) and UPM-Kymmene Corporation (“UPM”) have announced the signing of binding (definitive) agreements to form a non-listed, independent 50/50 Joint Venture for graphic paper.

Kadant Solutions Launches the AccuChange™ Blade Holder for Harsh Environments

Kadant Solutions, a division of Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI), announced the launch of the AccuChange™ blade holder, a roll cleaning innovation developed to reduce downtime, increase consistency, and improve safety for manufacturers processing challenging materials.

AFT Launches MaxBarrier for Bale Wire Removal and Refiner Protection

Aikawa Fiber Technologies (AFT) is pleased to announce the launch of MaxBarrier, AFT’s new bale wire removal and protection screen designed for multiple fiber processing applications.

Ahlstrom Achieves A-list Score for Second Consecutive Year in CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment

Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, has been recognized for its approach to climate action, earning an A score in the 2025 CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA). This is the second consecutive year Ahlstrom has achieved the highest possible rating in the assessment.

Sonoco Products Chief Accounting Officer Resigns, CFO Assumes Role on Interim Basis

Sonoco Products announced Chief Accounting Officer Aditya Gandhi will resign effective 29 May 2026. Chief Financial Officer Paul Joachimczyk will assume Gandhi's responsibilities on an interim basis, overseeing accounting, internal controls and financial reporting.

2026 Directory of Lignin and Lignin Biomaterials Now Available