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Zipform to develop Dry Molded Fiber meat trays as PulPac licensee

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:22:26

PulPac has signed Australia-based Zipform Packaging as a new licensee of its Dry Molded Fiber technology, marking a step forward in scaling fiber-based solutions into demanding food packaging applications. The license agreement gives Zipform access to PulPac’s patented technology, enabling the company to develop and industrialize new fiber-based packaging solutions within its existing business and customer base.

Ecco introduces first shoe featuring innovative protein-based fibre

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:28:21

Ecco, in partnership with Spinnova, announces the launch of the limited edition Ecco Biom^® 720, a first-of-its-kind shoe utilising an often overlooked leather by-product, transformed into a protein-based fibre. The fibres are produced using patented technology that advances material innovation while reducing waste and supporting full resource use across the leather and textile industry.

Challenging first quarter for Södra

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:04:44

Södra delivered a positive result for the first quarter of 2026. The result was strongly impacted by the divestment of Södra’s forest holdings in the Baltics. A challenging market environment distinguished the quarter with weak demand and a continued imbalance between the raw material market and the markets for Södra’s products.

Valmet’s automation ensures safe and efficient operation at the complex multifuel waste-to-energy plant in Poland

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:25:04

Valmet will supply the complete Valmet DNAe Distributed Control System (DCS) and safety systems for PEC Gliwice Sp. z o.o.’s new waste-to-energy steam unit, part of the Green Energy Park project under construction in Gliwice, Poland. The order was placed by the EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) consortium consisting of Mostostal Zabrze Gliwickie Przedsiebiorstwo Budownictwa Przemyslowego S.A., Oschatz Power GmbH, and Przedsiebiorstwo Remontów Ulic i Mostów S.A. (PRUiM).

Södra strengthens safety for lone working

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:22:32

Following the weekend’s storm in Sweden, Södra is bringing forward the launch of its safety app Tryggve. The app forms part of Södra’s work to increase safety in the forest and enhance security for people working alone.