Paper

UPM businesses to start change negotiations on possible temporary layoffs
UPM Pulp, UPM Timber, UPM Communication Papers, and UPM Biofuels are set to start change negotiations on around 2,200 possible temporary layoffs.

Fedrigoni updates Imitlin range
Fedrigoni Group has refreshed and expanded its range of embossed Imitlin papers as part of a wider strategy to position the products for elegant packaging applications.

James Cropper posts improved first half results
James Cropper said its H1 group revenue is “broadly in line” with the board’s FY24 expectations, despite ongoing market headwinds in its Paper Products division.

Nick Gee to retire next year
Denmaur co-founder Nick Gee will retire at the end of the firm’s current financial year, after four decades at the paper and board merchant.

Lecta's refinance plans gain majority support
Lecta’s refinancing plan has been given the thumbs up by most of its stakeholders.

Royal British Legion launches paper poppy
The Royal British Legion (RBL)’s Poppy Appeal launched yesterday (26 October) with its first ever 100% paper-based poppy.

Artist's book project hits the headlines
Artist David Shrigley has made the national news thanks to a book project featuring bespoke papermaking and printing.

International Paper closures to impact 900 jobs
International Paper is set to permanently close its containerboard mill in Orange, Texas and will permanently cease production on two of its pulp machines at other sites, affecting around 900 jobs.

New finance deal at Lecta to propel transformation
Lecta is planning to refinance in a move that will enable the business to fund its transition plans towards specialty papers.

Sappi begins consultation process on Lanaken future
Sappi has started a consultation process on the potential closure of its Lanaken Mill in Belgium, while also announcing that it has completed its consultation process on the possible closure of its...