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The new Konecranes Boxrunner straddle carrier offers unique container handling performance to two distinct container handling operations. The first is represented by large container terminal operators that are adopting automation technology for greater efficiency. The second is represented by a…
International brand owner, Red Bull, and its corrugated display supplier, TFP-Grafika, have been awarded the M-real Kemiart Forerunner Award for innovation in corrugated brand packaging.  The prize, awarded for the ninth time, went to two different point-of-purchase displays for Red…
Controller interface for integrating intelligent electronic devices and other power system components passes rigorous KEMA conformance tests for global IEC 61850 standard ABB announced today that its System 800xA Extended Automation controller has received KEMA certification for its IEC 61850…
The Bavarian manufacturer of speciality viscose fibres has been firmly established in the nonwovens industry as a supplier of unique fibre solutions for many years. Therefore Matthew North, Commercial Director at Kelheim Fibres, is more than happy to present an…
Gardner Denver, Inc. has announced that Frank J. Hansen, Chairman of the Board of Directors, has decided to retire following the November 2011 Board Meeting after having reached the customary Board retirement age. The Board has unanimously appointed Diane K.…
Mondi launches the 2011 Color Copy campaign with flirty new ads, a Facebook site, an online game and a chance to win a Sony Vaio Subnotebook. This month, global paper and packaging manufacturer Mondi launched its new “Feel the Difference”…
Global pulp and paper producer, Sappi, has come up with another environmentally sound solution that combines the natural look of uncoated paper with the smoothness of a coated grade. Masuga was recently launched in Johannesburg, with renowned chef Justin Bonello…
A second paper industry publication's global readership survey has selected Nalco (NYSE: NLC) as a preferred supplier of chemical programs for the industry. In the 2010 Brand Awareness and Preference Study of readers by Pulp Paper (PPI) International magazine, more…
Following the severe economic downturn experienced in late 2008 and throughout 2009 the industry had a much more positive 2010, although overall volumes remain some way below pre-crisis levels. Indications are that CEPI member countries produced more than 96 million…
Metso has strengthened its world-leading advanced controls groups for chemical pulping, mechanical pulping and recycled fiber and paper by forming a new Performance Solutions group, which is the largest single group in the pulp and paper industry focusing on process…
Wednesday, 16 February 2011 10:00

Clariant plans acquisition of Süd-Chemie AG

Clariant AG is planning the acquisition of a controlling majority in Süd-Chemie AG and has thereto signed a contract with the majority shareholders. As part of the planned transaction, still subject to clearance by competent merger control authorities, Clariant has…
Today, global paper manufacturer Mondi launched Color Copy indigo and DNS® indigo after working closely with HP over the last year to develop the two uncoated indigo papers for Mondi’s growing digital paper portfolio. Within the field of professional digital…
Wednesday, 16 February 2011 07:03

Upm to renew its Newsletter Distribution

UPM is renewing its newsletter distribution to serve its stakeholders even better. All subscribers need to renew their order and define which release types they want to receive in the future. Please renew your order in week 7 to ensure…
Tuesday, 15 February 2011 07:42

Kim Poulsen appointed SVP, UPM Plywood

Kim Poulsen has been appointed Senior Vice President, UPM Plywood Business Area as of 14 March 2011. Kim Poulsen has earlier worked as CEO of Fenestra Oy and prior to that he has held various senior leadership positions in Finnforest…
Lorentzen & Wettre now releases and proudly presents the new L&W Handbook 2011 to the pulp- and paper industry. Compared to previous editions, this year's guide, besides several new products, also includes an expanded chapter on pulp testing. It also…