Paper
Sappi sets date to close M-real graphic papers arm deal
Sappi has bolstered its presence in the European coated graphic paper market after announcing that it is to close the sale of M-real's graphic papers business.
Paper investment moving away from Western Europe, Unite claims
Investment in paper manufacturing is heading to Latin America and the Asia Pacific, Unite national officer Peter Ellis has claimed.
Fedrigoni says breadth and innovation key to tough 2009
Paper merchant and manufacturer Fedrigoni UK has said it expects breadth of product range to be imperative to surviving a "tough year" in 2009.
Sappi to rein in fine paper output by a fifth
Sappi Fine Paper Europe has said it will curtail its fine paper production in the coming months by "at least 20%", as a result of continuous adverse market conditions.
Robert Horne overhauls Revive range
Paper merchant Robert Horne Group has announced the first major overhaul of its Revive range, with the introduction of 100%- and 25%-recycled products.
CPI calls on government to back free allocation scheme for paper industry
The UK government is being called on to support the free allocation of the EU's Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) allowances for the paper industry.
Reel Paper publishes 2009 Stock List
PaperCo's specialist reels division Reel Paper has published its 2009 Stock List that features many FSC and PEFC certified products.
'Unsustainable' profit levels sees Sappi raise prices
Paper manufacturer Sappi has said it will increase the price of its coated fine and mechanical coated grade papers by 8-10% as of 1 January.
DS Smith vows to be 'adaptable' as it warns of difficult market conditions
DS Smith has posted "creditable" half-year results as the paper and packaging group warns lower demand will mean trading conditions will remain difficult.
'Greater commitment' needed to face paper challenges
The print and paper industry must project even greater commitment and efficiency if it is to rise to the challenges of 2009, according to Robert Horne managing director Alistair Gough.