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UPM greenlit to acquire Myllykoski

The EU Commission has given the green light for paper manufacturer UPM to acquire Myllykoski Oyj and its sister company Rhein Papier.

Sappi announces closure of Biberist Mill in Switzerland

Sappi Fine Paper Europe announced on 20 July 2011 that it has been unsuccessful in its attempts to find a suitable acquirer to allow continued operations and employment at the mill. The company has...

Sappi confirms closure of Biberist plant

Paper manufacturer Sappi Fine Paper Europe has said it had no choice but to close its Biberist paper mill in Switzerland after an "exhaustive" search for a buyer failed to bear fruit.

Flint Group expands low-migration ink production following food packaging scares

Ink manufacturer Flint Group has extended its Milan-based production facility to boost capacity following increased demand from clients in the UK and worldwide.

UPM marks opening of material recovery facility

Paper giant UPM has marked the official opening of its 17m materials recovery facility at its Shotton site in North Wales with a ceremony attended by 180 suppliers and partners.

Floor coverings offer printers greater value add, says CMYUK

CMYUK Digital has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Belgium-based carpet, vinyl and foil floor covering manufacturer Printing Carpets.

Paperlinx UK to enter consultation with staff over consolidation

Paper merchant Paperlinx is set to go into consultation with employees over a raft of back-office changes designed to reduce operating costs in the UK.

BSI launches new food packaging standard

The British Standards Institution has launched a new standard for food packaging safety amid fears that some commonly used materials could be a health risk.

James Cropper results reveal mixed picture

UK paper manufacturer James Cropper has posted EBITDA profits of 4.7m for the year ending 2 April 2011, a fall from 6.7m in 2010, on revenues of 86.9m.

UPM's David Telford passes away

UPM sales director David Telford has passed away following a brave and determined fight after the diagnosis of a glioblastoma last year.