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Wepa creates over 50 new jobs as it doubles UK capacity
The Wepa Group has started up a new paper machine at its Welsh site in Bridgend, doubling its production capacity for the British market and creating more than 50 new jobs.
Sappi Europe upgrades Gratkorn mill
Plans have been revealed by Sappi Europe to upgrade and modernise its Gratkorn mill in Austria.
Lecta increases prices of thermal papers
Lecta is set to increase prices for all its thermal paper ranges by 8%.
Notpla boosted by Earthshot win
Sustainable plastic-free packaging developer Notpla has received a £1m boost to its ambitions after winning an Earthshot Prize.
Antalis updates on Arjo range revamp
Antalis plans to relaunch its Premium Offset and Creative Papers offerings in Q1 of the new year, with pre-production manufacturing trials at new mills underway.
Crown Van Gelder improves inkjet paper yield
Crown Van Gelder has added two new weights to its Letsgo High Performance inkjet paper range that are aimed at making mailings more affordable.
Price increase at Mitsubishi HiTec Paper
Mitsubishi HiTec Paper Europe is increasing prices for its entire range of coated speciality papers worldwide by 7-9% for deliveries from 1 February 2023.
Fespa UK launches print sector recycling accreditation
Fespa UK has partnered with waste management service Reconomy to launch an accreditation for companies participating in their sustainable waste management scheme.
Premier expands with specialist packaging buy
Premier Paper Group has acquired a specialist packaging and retail display supplier that began life with a £5,000 loan from the Prince’s Trust and now has sales of nearly £20m.
Guyenne pushes plastic packaging alternative
Guyenne Papier has teamed up with Sealester to advance the use of its SuniBarrier alternative to plastic packaging.