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Heinzel Group is set to convert an idled paper machine at the Steyrermühl mill in Austria to produce sustainable kraft papers for flexible packaging.

Strike action by thousands of stevedores at Finnish ports, which it was warned could impact the paper and pulp industry, has reached a swifter than expected resolution.

The ongoing strike action of thousands of stevedores at Finnish ports could cause supply chain disruptions that impact the industry.

Mondi has posted sales on continuing operations up 28% last year, with an even bigger increase in operating profits at the packaging and paper group.

CellMark UK has acquired the business and assets of Lenvale Group to expand its offering in the UK.

Print and paper advocacy group Two Sides has revealed KPM Group as its latest member.

Swedish paper manufacturer Lessebo Paper has partnered with publisher Bonnier Books and printer Livonia Print to launch a paper targeted at minmising the carbon footprint of printed books.

The Navigator Company has acquired Gomà-Camps Group’s Consumer Tissue business, including the acquisition of Spanish company Gomà-Camps Consumer and French firm Gomà Camps France (GC Consumer).

A number of interested parties have visited Crown Van Gelder sparking hopes that the mill could be rescued and restart production in the near future.

Comic Relief has turned to a paper-based solution designed by Sir Jony Ive to replace its old plastic red noses.