Environment

Paper group and printer in Sunday Times 'green' list
Environmental credentials at paper merchant James McNaughton Group and large-format printer Allsignsgroup have been recognised in the latest Sunday Times 60 Best Green Companies 2009.

APP refutes illegal logging allegations
Asia Pulp and Paper (APP) has denied allegations that it plans to carry out a large-scale logging operation in a natural forest area of Indonesia.

Bespoke Envelopes gains more green credentials following PAS 2020 work
Envelope manufacturer Bespoke Envelopes Direct has boosted its environmental credentials after working with the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) on the launch of PAS 2020.

IP in talks to convert Inverurie plant into green data facility
International Paper (IP) has said it is in "meaningful talks" with a consortium of industrial companies to convert its closed Inverurie paper mill into a data centre.

New Reconomy Alibone factory to process up to 2,000 tonnes a week
Reconomy Alibone has launched a paper processing facility that is equipped to process up to 2,000 tonnes of paper per week.
Sappi expands uncoated grades after M-real acquisition
Sappi Fine Paper Europe has expanded its portfolio to include uncoated grades Tauro and Cento, following the paper manufacturer's acquisition of four former M-real mills.
Bollor launches first thin FCS recycled grade
French paper manufacturer Bollor Thin Papers has launched Primagreen, an FSC-accredited, recycled and lightweight grade it has described as a "world first".
Manroland GB gets ISO 14001 accreditation
Manroland GB has extended its environmental credentials by gaining ISO 14001 certification.

Fespa announces bumper numbers for Amsterdam digital show
Fespa has said nearly 10,000 visitors attended this year's Fespa Digital Europe exhibition, with a third attending on multiple days at the Amsterdam show, which was held this week.

Favini plans growth with focus on luxury and eco-packaging
Favini has said it is looking to grow organically and through selected acquisition, as it focuses on environmental and luxury packaging products following its restructuring last year.