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Carton and display board specialist files NOI
Long-standing carton board converter Boardlink has filed a Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators.
Sappi board game explores papermaking process
Sappi has been inspired by the world of board games to create a paper showcase with a difference.
Polypouch UK: leading the way in sustainable packaging solutions
Polypouch UK has secured a strategic partnership with German substrates and coating manufacturer Sihl to expand its innovative packaging solutions.
Creative papers champion Megan Simpkins to retire
GF Smith paper consultant Megan Simpkins will retire next week after more than four decades in print and paper.
James Cropper appoints new MD at paper wing
James Cropper has appointed a highly-experienced print and packaging executive as the new boss of its Paper & Packaging business.
Stora Enso starts up new consumer board line in Oulu
Stora Enso’s new consumer packaging board line at the Oulu site in Finland has started production ramp-up, with the first customer deliveries expected in the second quarter of 2025.
GF Smith renames three Colorplan shades
GF Smith has renamed three colours in its well-known Colorplan range to ensure the names are “universally resonant”.
UPM plans further cut to continental paper capacity
UPM has announced plans to cull 270,000 tonnes of uncoated mechanical paper capacity with the closure of one of its mills in Germany, along with streamlining at some of its other operations.
M&S trials paper wrap on popular chocolate bar
Marks & Spencer is trialling paper packaging on a best-selling chocolate bar.
Delfort highlights inkjet paper benefits at HID
Specialty papermaker Delfort has showcased its lightweight, thin paper range at Hunkeler Innovationdays.