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CONTENTS Aug-Sep, 2023, Paper Mart

Trident Group Targets 15-20% Capacity Expansion Through Optimization

Kuantum Papers ESG – Sustainability beyond Manufacturing

EVENT

32 Indian Paper Industry Explores Opportunities & Challenges in Food Packaging Segment

Shri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, the 27th Head & Custodian of the Erstwhile Kingdom of Mysuru

Prof. Matche, Chief Scientist at CSIR - CFTRI and the Chairman of the Organizing Committee

Mr. P N Sridhar, Deputy General Manager (Sustainable Products and Packaging) at ITC Limited (Secunderabad)

Mr. Ganesh Bhadti, President of IPPTA

Dr. Sridevi Annapurna Singh, Director of CSIR - CFTRI

Mr. Pawan Agarwal, President of IPMA

INTERVIEW

Zenith Rubber: Unveiling New Epoxy Resin Composite Roller Cover

Scan Machineries' 'Passion for Paper' Drives R&D & New Projects towards Sustainability

Krofta Engineering: Providing Complete Water Treatment Solutions

JMC Paper Tech Announces Workshop Facility Expansion to 15,000 Square Meters

Clyde Industries: Minimize Downtime, Maximise Efficiency

PAPER-ME 2023 Ends on a Positive Note in Cairo, Egypt

ANDRITZ Lamella Evaporators

Sustainable, Cost-Effective and High-Quality Tissue with HYBRID TECHNOLOGY

Krafton Papers to Venture into Industry with 250 TPD Kraft Paper Mill in Tamil Nadu

OUTLOOK

Speak in Prioritizing Process Optimization for Sustainable Growth Sustainability drives major decisions in the current scenario. Paper being a bio-degradable solution has found easy applications and acceptance among the general public. The packaging paper segment is experiencing a huge demand surge driven by various industries. The food and beverage industry is also increasingly turning towards paper-based solutions. Although there is a lot of scope for R&D in relevance to the food and beverage industry, domestic and global companies are working passionately to find bio-degradable yet hygienic solutions. The demand surge is being met by capacity creation. A close observation would tell us that this capacity creation is coming from various sources apart from the simple addition of paper machine lines or the establishment of new plant facilities. One of the reliable methods of capacity expansion is through optimization of existing processes and technologies. It is notable that while individual decision is entirely within an organization's decisionmaking spectrum, if an industry-wide opinion were to be presented then certain considerations must be taken into account. The establishment of new capacities requires humongous investments, often beyond the operational scope of small and medium-scale organizations. However, process optimization could be implemented in installments. In fact, an upgrade could earn the scope of new optimization, and eventually capacity addition. Additionally, sustainability concerns have led conventions & pledges to transform into tariffs & policies. It is prudent to perceive that the government's future policies shall be more direct, stricter, and even punitive towards environmentally detrimental manufacturing practices. Sustainable processes can help manufacturers override the seemingly adverse waves.

The vision for this note was clear; I wanted to talk oneon-one with the readers about all that Paper Mart has to offer. I wanted to share our efforts in bringing forward this edition, the concurrent events of the industry, and a small, profound piece of personal opinion. There are various ways to achieve our targets, and mine was to ensure a connection with my readers.

Paper might be a sustainable product, the manufacturing process is however hailed to be highly resource-consuming, from water to power. However, since the onset of the 21st century, Indian paper manufacturers have worked hard to optimize their processes and make them more efficient and sustainable. The efforts have yielded favorable results, such as a drastic reduction in energy & water consumption, recovery of chemicals, process & output efficiency, odor-controlled processes, important by-product generation, etc. They have transitioned towards renewable sources for power generation, set up Co-Gen plants, and are aiming to serve the National Grid with additional power. One of the most important sustainable reforms has been farm-forestry, wherein the basic raw material for paper production, that is wood, is cultivated as a crop eliminating deforestation as a resourcing practice. Paper machine upgrades or rebuilding, enhancement of ETP processes to support the surrounding ecosystem, and integration of performance-based technology & equipment have helped in expanding the production capacity of existing machines along with making their processes more sustainable and in alignment with varied international standards and convention pledges. Digitization has been additionally helpful as database management systems, operating software, IoT, and AI, have helped mechanize the manual operations and concentrate factory management of huge plants on compact interfaces. Digitization has also brought safety and security to plant and machine operations. Process Optimization also has helped big paper manufacturers to interface their geographically distant operations with each other, and plan further expansion more connected and integrated with the existing operations. In simple terms, the four inputs, man, machine, money, and material, all have benefitted from process optimization. Furthermore, capacity can also be pursued alongside and/or in the succession of process optimization, so the eventual capacity creation is more organic, stable, and sustainable. A collective effort shall be required for sustainable growth, and process optimization can prove a reliable foundation for the Indian pulp and paper industry.

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JK Paper's Board Approves INR 650 Crore for Hardwood BCTMP Plant Establishment at Unit CPM in Gujarat The Board of Directors of JK paper Limited have approved the setting up of a hardwood BCTMP plant at the unit CPM in Songadh, Gujarat. The company will invest INR 650 crore in this project, which is expected to allow the company to address the price volatility issue for hardwood BCTMP and reduce dependency for supply. Jul 24, 2023

K Paper Limited's Board of Directors have recently considered and approved the establishment of a hardwood bleach chemical thermo-mechanical pulp (BCTMP) plant at its unit CPM in Songadh, Gujarat, at the company's meeting held on July 24, 2023. JK Paper will make an investment of INR 650 crore in the upcoming project, which will have a capacity of 125,000 ADMT per annum. The project will be financed through a mix of internal accruals and borrowings. This new plant will allow the company to address the price volatility issue for hardwood BCTMP, as well as reduce the company's dependence on external sources for supply. The BCTMP plant is expected to be operational by the second quarter of FY 2025-26.

Andhra Paper Limited Orders Recovery Boiler Upgrade, Sustainable Technologies from ANDRITZ Andhra Paper Limited has recently placed an order for a recovery boiler upgrade and sustainable technologies from ANDRITZ to increase capacity from 1,300 tds/d to 1,500 tds/d on EPC basis and reach environmental goals. The order includes a recovery boiler upgrade, ash leaching system and a new lime kiln. Aug 4, 2023

ndhra Paper Limited in Rajahmundry, India has placed an order for a recovery boiler upgrade and sustainable technologies from ANDRITZ to increase capacity and reach environmental goals at the mill. The main objective of the upgrade is to increase boiler capacity from 1,300 tds/d to 1,500 tds/d on EPC basis, which is to be installed and started-up during the planned mill shutdown. The key delivery includes air system upgrade and super heater modification. The order also includes an ash leaching system which will remove non-process elements like chloride and potassium from the electrostatic precipitator (ESP) ash while recovering sodium and sulfate to the chemical recovery cycle, and also minimize chemical loss in the recovery cycle and improve runnability and life of the recovery boiler. It also includes a new lime kiln with a

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Naini Papers to Acquire a Specialty Paper Machine PM 3, Cooking and Fiber Line Rebuild from Valmet Naini Papers will acquire a specialty paper machine PM 3 at their Kashipur mill, and a cooking and fiber line rebuild which targets to increase the capacity from the current 300 BD t/d to 370 BD t/d, from Valmet. Aug 31, 2023

aini Papers will acquire key technologies, automation, and services from Valmet for its cooking and fiber line rebuild and new specialty paper machine PM 3 at their mill in Kashipur, India. The delivery will increase the mill's capacity and support meeting the market demand for specialty coated paper. The delivery is scheduled for the first quarter of 2025. The order was included in Valmet's orders received for the second quarter of 2023. The value of the order will not be disclosed, but the delivery of this size and scope is typically valued between EUR 40 and 60 million. The cooking and fiber line rebuild targets to increase the capacity from the current 300 bone dry tonnes per day (BD t/d) to 370 BD t/d. The delivery includes key process equipment, such as a superbatch digester, a twin-roll press, a bleach plant upgrade, and other auxiliary equipment. Basic engineering, detailed process engineering, and site services are included. The automation package includes analyzers and measurements for the fiber line, such as Kappa number, brightness, residual chemical, white liquor to cooking, and residual alkali, as well as pulp consistency. The spare parts package includes critical spares and consumables for the start-up of the equipment.

and various pilot trials at the Valmet R&D center were the keys to win the order. India is a growing market for specialty grades and Naini Papers has taken the right step forward to be a leading player in this segment,” says Mr. Varun Jain, Director, India Region, Asia Pacific, Valmet.

The specialty coated paper machine PM 3 is the first of its kind in India, with a design speed of 1200 m/min, producing mainly woodfree coated and uncoated grades with a basic weight range of 40–170 g/m2. The raw material used will be mainly hardwood pulp, with an option to mix bale softwood and precipitated calcium carbonate as filler. The paper machine delivery includes all key technologies from headbox to reel, air systems, and winder, as well as Valmet Industrial Internet applications and spare part packages. “We have been successfully collaborating with Valmet in many projects, including pulp mills, and decided to choose them again for this rebuild expanding our pulp production capacity. The additional pulp will be used in the upcoming PM 3. We see big potential for specialty coated paper in the Indian market and are eyeing the environment-friendly flexible packaging segment. The paper produced by the PM 3 can replace plastics in packages,” says Mr. Pawan Agarwal, Managing Director, Naini Papers Limited. “We're delighted that Naini Papers chose Valmet again as the supplier of their project. Our sustainable technologies, references, local presence and trust built through the projects

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NR Agarwal Industries Orders TurboPress, TurboCalenders from Bellmer NR Agarwal Industries recently ordered a TurboPress and 2 TurboCalendars from Bellmer, to support the goals of increasing the overall production and achieving the highest FBB and WLC quality. These goals are also being backed by a new board machine with a speed of 371 – 650 m/min, being installed in the Sarigam plant.

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R Agarwal Industries Limited has placed an order for a TurboPress and 2 TurboCalendars from Bellmer. The company's Sarigam plant is being installed with a new board machine with a speed of 371 – 650 m/min, in order to increase the overall production and achieve highest FBB and WLC quality. NR Agarwal Industries Limited has a total

production capacity of 354,000 TPA of paper serving Indian customers. The machines from Bellmer will also contribute to these goals. The TurboPress shoe press will be a stand-alone unit. The TurboCalanders are designed as HardNip and SoftNip versions. Deliveries will take place in the middle of the second quarter; installation is scheduled for August.

Smurfit Kappa & WestRock to Merge Targeting Global Sustainable Packaging Market Smurfit Kappa has confirmed the ongoing discussions with WestRock Company to establish a global sustainable packaging company Smurfit WestRock. If successful the new company will be headquartered in Dublin, Ireland Sep 7, 2023

murfit Kappa Group has confirmed that its Board of Directors are discussing with WestRock Company the key terms of a potential combination to create Smurfit WestRock, a merger that could emerge as a global leader in sustainable packaging. The Potential Combination would be incorporated and domiciled in Ireland with global headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, and North and South American operations headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The combination would be effected

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through an Irish scheme of arrangement involving Smurfit Kappa and a merger of a subsidiary with WestRock. Any such combination would result in WestRock shareholders receiving consideration consisting primarily of shares of the Combined Group. The BOD of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock believe the Potential Combination will create the global “Go-To” packaging partner of choice as it combines two highly complementary portfolios to create a global leader in sustainable packaging. The new company will have unparalleled geographic reach across 42

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N•E•W•S countries with a significant presence across both Europe and the Americas. It shall offer complementary portfolios with unique product diversity and innovative sustainability capabilities, with breadth and depth across renewable, recyclable and biodegradable packaging solutions. The new company shall also boast of improved operating efficiency and increased returns across over 500 converting operations and 67 mills. Experienced management teams with strong track records of execution and delivery to support global operations will be involved to establish immediate and long-term value creation opportunity for both sets of shareholders. The BOD of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock are targeting annual pre-tax run-rate cost synergies in excess of USD 400 million at the end of the first full year following completion. The delivery of synergies is expected to require estimated one-off cash costs of approximately USD 235 million to be incurred.

to list on the standard listing segment. Smurfit Kappa would de-list from Euronext Dublin.

Post completion Smurfit WestRock's will be listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and it will seek U.S. equity index inclusion as soon as possible thereafter. Smurfit Kappa's premium listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) is expected to be canceled and the Combined Group is expected

The definitive terms and conditions of any transaction will be set out in a further announcement. Any Potential Combination would be conditional, inter alia, upon the approval by shareholders of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock and receipt of required regulatory clearances as well as other customary conditions.

Century Pulp and Paper Acquires 2 Board Sheeters from Pasaban S.A. Century Pulp and Paper and Pasaban S.A. close a deal for the acquisition of 2 board sheeters with an advanced speed configuration under all formats ranges. The deal highlights Pasaban's strong commitment to India. Aug 9, 2023

entury Pulp and Paper and Pasaban S.A. have reached an agreement for the acquisition of 2 board sheeters with an advanced speed configuration under all formats ranges including short and medium and with a remarkable level of automation. Pasaban S.A. expresses its gratitude to Century Pulp and Paper for its positive attitude and the professional participation of Mr. Suryanarayana Palaparthi, Head of Project Management and the rest of the technical and operation team, which has proven experience in this type of equipment. Pasaban S.A. is confident that this project will enhance its professional career, offering Century Pulp and Paper the satisfaction of being able to work with the equipment with the best cutting quality and productive capacity on the market with minimal operating and maintenance costs. Carlos reports that this project is one more example of Pasaban S A's strong commitment to India, a country that is undoubtedly undergoing an important transformation in the paper industry and which will demand quality solutions for which Pasaban S.A. has proposals that are perfectly aligned with the demand. Mr. Carlos Muriel remarks as well that the choice of a new sheeter must be based not only on the price of the equipment but also on other no less important factors that will make the decision a successful one as; the production capacity, the availability of the equipment, steady operation under any

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condition, the excellent cutting quality under any format, grammage and speed, and the low maintenance together with top-notch technology are factors that should not be forgotten. All these have been carefully considered one by one by Century Pulp and Paper when deciding on Pasaban S.A. equipment. Fortunately, the important development of the paper industry in India is making more and more companies consider all these aspects carefully, which will undoubtedly lead them to be more competitive organizations and with greater international projection. Choosing Pasaban S.A. is investing in an important asset for your company and the results will always be satisfactory.

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Trident Group Targets 15-20% Capacity Expansion Through Optimization

L to R: Mr. Naveet Jindal, CEO, Trident Paper; Ms. Neha Gupta, Chairperson of myTrident (Brand); & Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta, Chairman Emeritus of Trident Group along with the senior management of Trident Paper business launching new packaging of copier paper range.

rident Group hosted a six-day event recently, which marked as the launching pad for its new product range of a notebook series, My Choice, and revamped packaging of its existing copier paper product line. Mr. Naveet Jindal, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Paper, Energy & Chemicals at Trident Group India, shared with Paper Mart the idea behind the new product line, marketing strategy, sustainability efforts, and expansion plans of the company. He also provided an insightful peek into current trends in the paper industry, their impact, and best practices for the future. The company is targeting around 20 percent of capacity expansion through process optimizations at its mill.

Paper Mart: Congratulations on the launch of your new notebook product range. Kindly brief us about the idea behind venturing into the product segment. Naveet Jindal: Thank you. So we started with our copier paper segment in 2008, and consumers have placed immense trust in Trident's quality, service, and everything that we have

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offered. We have hence been able to maintain a good market share across India, with our major suppliers concentrated in the North and the NCR region. Our copier segment's success has given us the idea to vertically integrate the notebook product series, My Choice. Thereafter, we have a very good team of designers who work in our home

I•N•T•E•R•V•I•E•W textiles segment. Since My Choice is a notebook series, designing is an important part of it, for every possible customer looks for an attractive and desired design. This makes our resident designing team our USP, especially with their experience in designing for a lot of international brands. These were the two primary thought processes that enabled us to venture into the new segment.

PM: What is your pan-India marketing strategy for the new product range? NJ: In my opinion, Trident Group has always been quite aggressive with marketing and go-to-market (GTM) strategy. This is evident in our other product series, such as the copier paper segment, wherein we have tried to visually engage our customers with attractive packaging. I think we were almost the first ones to do so in the copier paper segment. So we have a similarly robust marketing strategy for My Choice as well. Although we are marketing it as a brand, we are aware that it is a commodity and not a consumer good, like a mobile phone, garment, etc. We know the impact of brand is lesser in this segment as the person buying might prefer a brand, but will not delay their purchase due to nonavailability. It is like bread, they will simply buy another brand. So it is a commoditized product and we cannot have huge marketing spending. So we have in place the basic marketing strategy, the 4P marketing strategy of the product, the packaging, place, and promotion. So the product must be qualitative and that as a commodity helps the brand create its resonance. As I already mentioned, we have worked on making the packaging attractive. Thirdly, the place is very important as only its availability at the right moment will ensure a sale. Lastly, there is promotion, towards which we

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We are going to launch the 65 GSM copier paper, under the EnViro brand name. We are further targeting to get into a premium range of printing paper.

” have this event. It is a sort of step towards a reliable and robust panIndian distribution network. We have called on nearly 1,000 retailers from across India, from Kargil or Leh Ladakh to Trivandrum, and from Guwahati, Meghalaya to Jaipur. We have been trying to reach out to the distributors during these six days. So, we shall be following the basic marketing fundamentals, and I think our efforts will yield good results.

PM: Is the marketing strategy on the same lines for your copier paper product range? NJ: No, it is a bit different. Firstly, the distribution channel is different, as a person selling copier paper may not have the same zeal to sell a notebook. Copier paper is often sold in wholesale boxes, whereas notebook volumes per sale are comparatively not so huge. So there is a difference in mindset. Therefore, in addition to connecting with the existing partners, we are also trying to set up an exclusive channel. Secondly, e-commerce is not very successful for the copier segment, whereas for notebooks it can be a big game changer. So, I think these are the two aspects. For our new product range, we are also tying up with different educational institutes. It is common for schools and institutes to have their own branding, so we are exploring opportunities along with them as well. Apart from that, we are also targeting international markets. Our presence across the US in the home textiles segment will help us to reach the US market and other global markets.

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Summarily, we are not leaving any stone unturned in trying to get a deeper venture into the new market. It is also mentionable that there are very few organized players across India, and we would like to take advantage and become a recognized brand in this segment.

PM: You have also revamped the packaging of your products, especially in the copier range. Please share the changes you have made and your idea behind it. NJ: We have been trying to contribute the best of our bit in terms of offering an eco-friendly product. About 15-16 ago we brought in the idea of making copier paper from wheat straw. At that time everybody was apprehensive, for the copier must be made from wood. However, we managed to create a success story and others followed that. So now we have taken another step in our copier segment. We are trying to establish a message of our closeness and connection to nature by branding our new copier segment packaging through six Himalayan flowers. They are aesthetically pleasing and we believe our customers will appreciate the lively new packaging and attractive look. This will help our customers to embrace the product they are using. They will be excited to use the product they have bought. We hope they reimagine its uses by using the product not only as copier paper but also as covers for notebooks, registers, gift packaging, etc.

PM: Trident has always been a forerunner in innovations. Recently, which innovations have you invested in or plan to do in the future?

I•N•T•E•R•V•I•E•W NJ: I think we were the first one to integrate aesthetics into the packaging, then we used the wheat straw to manufacture copier paper, which was again appreciated for not compromising on the runnability and the quality of the paper. Post-Covid-19, there has been a shift in the demand for writing and printing paper in favor of specialty segments with value-added products. Herein, paper for varied purposes is being manufactured, like wedding cards, soap stiffener paper, carry bags, cup stock, etc. The single-use plastic ban has also helped with better demand. Hence, the segment is bound to grow very quickly and we are trying to establish ourselves in it. There are a few products that we have catered to while many others are in line. We think these will help shift our percentage presence in the writing and printing segment to the valueadded segments, where we can help the customers reserve good products and services. We are also going to launch the 65 gsm copier paper, under the Enviro brand name. We are further targeting to get into a premium range of printing paper, where we would like to make our presence felt against the best in the industry.

PM: Do you have any expansion plans for your mill operations?

the last 4-5 years. Although last year's realizations were better because the costs were too high, the NSR increase was cost-linked. We are exploring outsourcing, collaborations, and partnerships, as even if we finalize a plant the project will take almost 3.5-4 years to become operational.

PM: Trident operates one of the biggest agro mills in the world, so sustainability has always been at the core of your business operations. Can you elaborate on your ongoing sustainability efforts? NJ: A very important aspect and lever of our strategy is discussing what we are going to do against what we currently do. We have actually invested hugely towards sustainability, whether through optimization, saving of water, or complying and performing better than set emission norms, etc. Recently, we put up a project where we are generating the producer gas, or methane gas, from the ETP sludge, which we use as a fuel in our energy boilers. We are currently working on handsome capex investments to target a few projects for reusing the water; decolorization of water - where water is decolorized before being reused for production or in plantations; wasteinto-wealth project - where we exploring technical upgrades to process the solid waste, or sludge, generated during paper production by reducing the moisture or change the form and then making it into a good by-product that is good for everyone, has economical value and can help us preserve resources, which are quite precious these days.

NJ: We have plans to optimize our current processes, which will help us increase our current production capacity. Recently, we upgraded one of our paper machines, which helped us to increase our current capacity by 10 percent. We have partnered with the best consultants available on the globe for the paper industry, and are targeting to add another 15-20 percent of capacity by optimizing the existing setup.

So we have an undivided focus on sustainability and it is integrated into all our operations. We are trying to get in collaboration with the best so that we are future-ready.

We are thinking of expanding for a better top line, which has been flat for

PM: In the paper industry people often comment that our per capita

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paper consumption is quite low. As India now officially has the world's largest population, what is your take on the statement and how do you foresee the future for our industry, especially for the writing and printing segment? NJ: As per my understanding, while we used to talk about the per capita consumption earlier, that was around 8-9 kilograms, now it is about 13-14 kilograms, the world average being 57 kilograms. So, an increase of 1 kilogram per capita consumption equated with 13.5 billion of population, it is clear that there is a humongous increase in the paper demand. This demand spreads over not only writing and printing, but packaging, tissue, various specialty grades, and various industrial grades. People are opinionated that with digitalization, writing and printing will suffer a demand decrease. However, recent studies have revealed lesser and poor quality learning through digital modes, so writing and printing might actually experience a surge. In any case, in India, for the next 10-15 years the segment will experience positive demand.

PM: What is your message or suggestion for the paper industry? NJ: The increased imports are impacting the market and things are very tough presently. However, this is also a good time to self-evaluate ourselves for global competition, which cannot be achieved through subsidized or incentive-linked growth. We will have to become capable enough to fight our way out. Being innovative can help us in this; let us embrace the ever-changing technology. We can also work on the marketing front, as we did not predict that this event would help us establish such a profound reach panIndia within such a short time. So marketing may help the industry as well.

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Kuantum Papers ESG – Sustainability beyond Manufacturing Kuantum Papers Limited is among the leading manufacturers of maplitho, creamwove, copier, and specialty paper in India. The company recently released its Annual Report 2022-23, reflecting on its financial performance and a detailed account of various sustainability programs and initiatives it is undertaking. With a deep focus on ESG & CSR projects, the company is fully geared to play an instrumental role in contributing to the economic growth and create a positive impact on people’s lives and contribute to the sustainable development of the communities where they operate.

uantum Papers' recently released Annual Report 202223 (FY23 AR) shares a detailed account of Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities undertaken by the company. The company has taken steps at various organizational levels to integrate the ESG and CSR operation within its very framework, for example, it has a team that consists of senior people from the IR and

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Environment teams. This team actively interacts with nearby villagers/panchayat members/ government authorities on a periodic basis and gets their feedback on the effectiveness of the company's ESG initiatives. They also ascertain the needs of the community for which they require support from the company. These are then formalized through the CSR program of the company, which is reviewed and approved by the CSR Committee.

S•U•S•T•A•I•N•A•B•I•L•I•T•Y plans to expand its clone saplings number to 1 crore in the next 4-5 years.

“Growth with Sustainability forms the core of our operations at Kuantum and the same is reflected in every aspect of our business and dealings with all the stakeholders. Our growth and expansion strategy is wellintegrated with our ESG roadmap, and we are fully committed to being a truly sustainable and socially responsible organization,” stated Mr. Pavan Khaitan, Vice Chairman & Managing Director at Kuantum Papers Limited. Kuantum Papers' ESG strategy is fourpronged, focusing on: l

Sustainable procurement practices involved in raw materials;

Sustainability in processes beyond core manufacturing processes;

Preserving natural ecosystems by undertaking conservation and supportive practices;

Community involvement for upliftment, better living standards, safety, and security of society.

Sustainable Procurement Practices At Kuantum Papers, ethical and responsible sourcing of all raw materials used in the production line is ensured. The company ensures sustainability at its core operations through this. The company also actively participates in the Amfori Business Social Compliance Initiative

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(BSCI), promoting responsible business practices among its major vendors. The commitment is demonstrated across the wood, coal, chemicals, packing materials, imported wood pulp, engineering items, and agro-procurement practices. l

Wood Procurement: Kuantum Papers procures its entire wood requirement exclusively from Tree Outside Forest (TOF) sources. It also uses wood chips and veneer waste, which are the leftover materials of the plywood industry, for wood pulp production. The company is FSC® certified since 2011 and is committed to the compliance of raw material procurement as per the standard. It has also been adopting a long-term Farm Forestry and Fibre strategy. The strategy involves the production of sitespecific superior clones of various fast-growing and high-yielding pulp wood species, such as Eucalyptus, Poplar, Casuarina, Melia, and Subabul. The clone saplings are distributed to the local farming communities to foster future wood availability for pulp and paper production. This has enabled the company to produce 9-10 lakh superior clones, covering around 5650 acres of plantation on the farmer's land. Kuantum Papers has

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Agro-Raw Materials and Biomass Fuel: The company sources agro-raw materials, such as wheat straw, wild grass, bagasse, and rice husk, as raw materials, as they are both sustainable and beneficial to the local farming community. As agricultural crop residue is utilized, the environment is saved from stubble-burninginduced GHG emissions and pollution. The company has a robust vendor base in different districts of Punjab and neighboring states. The procurement does not hamper other uses of wheat straw, such as animal fodder, as the company's annual requirement is only 1.1 percent of the total produce of Punjab.

Coal and Engineering: Kuantum's coal procurement is handled by the fuel supply agreement and eauctions, wherein it also secures the long-term availability of chemicals, packing materials, and engineering products. The supply of chemicals is accompanied by a material safety data sheet and test certificates, and mandatory transportation instructions are given to the suppliers of hazardous chemicals. Engineering items are procured from authorized dealers/distributors/manufacturers directly, ensuring adherence to quality norms and reliable aftersales service, while prioritizing energy-efficient motors, lights, and fans are prioritized.

Sustainability Beyond Manufacturing Process Kuantum Papers builds on its ESG initiatives by ensuring sustainability in operations beyond the core manufacturing processes. This involves ensuring sustainability and environmental consciousness in allied factory processes, such as water consumption and its treatment before discharge, power independence, and

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Water Conservation: The company has taken proactive steps to reduce its water consumption in paper production. This involves reusing and recycling water within plant operations, and ensuring that all treated wastewater is being utilized for the irrigation of more than 2,000 acres of land in nearby fields. Specialty Products for Sustainability: Kuantum has gone forward by producing sustainable products along with using sustainable raw materials and procurement practices. The company has developed a portfolio of specialty products, such as straw base paper and cup stock, that assist in the replacement of single use plastic products. The company aims to provide environment-friendly alternatives, catering to the changing needs of consumers and regulations. Social Farm Forestry Programmes: The company has invested heavily in social farm forestry initiatives to contribute to small and marginal farmers and counter deforestation. These initiatives have helped Kuantum Papers to secure its raw material requirement, reduce procurement costs, and contribute to neighboring communities and ecosystems.

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Preserving Natural Ecosystems

Minimizing Impact on Biodiversity: The company understands its limitations as a manufacturing concern and has taken conscious steps to equate its impact on surrounding biodiversity. It has set up its own hi-tech nursery with 9-10 lakh clones per annum production capacity for clonal plant production. The company distributes these clonal saplings to local farmers at subsidized rates and provides them with training about land development, pre-planting, and post-planting activities. Additionally, it has implemented initiatives to maintain the ecology and biodiversity of an area, provide a balanced habitat for native fauna, contribute to the productivity of farm enterprises, and preserve the unique character of the landscape.

Reforestation & Restoring Damaged Ecosystems: Kuantum Papers has invested in the restoration of degraded ecosystems by identifying and reforesting wastelands in and around the mill's vicinity. It has also initiated tree-planting initiatives in targeted communities in order to promote green cover and minimize soil erosion and groundwater depletion. Being a wood-based industry, the company is actively engaged in reforestation efforts and has planted 7.6+ lakh clonal plants covering 950 acres during FY 2022-23.

Kuantum Papers firmly believes that business and nature can coexist, and has launched and invested in various biodiversity conservation programmes to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of the natural ecosystems that surround its operations. Kuantum Papers aims to cover at least 2,000 acres of plantations on farmer's land within a radius of 150 km of mill vicinity during the next financial year. The overall strategy and initiatives of Kuantum Papers could be summarized as follows: l

Biodiversity Targets: The company's social farm forestry initiatives have led to the maintenance and extension of a vast green belt inside and outside its campus, covering an area of 5650 acres. This belt is home to various plant species of great ethnic and medicinal importance, such as Terminalia arjuna, Azadirachta indica, Ficus bengalensis, Aegle marmelos, Embelica officinalis, Cassia fistula, Syzygium cumini, Psidium guajava, Alastonia scholaris, Ficus religiosa, Poplar spp, Eucalyptus spp, Casuarina spp, Melia, and Grevillea. Since the inception of its green initiatives, Kuantum Papers has planted around 100,000 plants, significantly contributing to biodiversity conservation.

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Community Involvement Kuantum Papers has collaborated with the farmers' community surrounding its operations in a highly integrated and intimate manner. These initiatives have helped the company to ensure raw material security, preserve local biodiversity, and establish a healthy industrynature balance. The company is well aware of the importance & power of the community. Hence, for Kuantum Papers acting responsibly and giving back to society is an inalienable part of its business conduct. Kuantum Papers' CSR committee designs and supervises the annual CSR plan with approval from its Board of Directors, ensuring activities are in alignment with the company's mission to create a sustainable and meaningful impact in society. The plan includes detailed projects, estimated costs, target dates for execution, and a structured monitoring process. The company has identified three core areas to focus on the community's upliftment: l

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Healthcare: Healthcare is a basic human right and although the government has taken various steps for its penetrated awareness and affordable availability across the country, it does not negate or reduce the responsibility of the empowered faction, like Kuantum Papers. Hence, the company strives to make quality healthcare accessible to the local community. The efforts include regularly organizing free medical check-up camps in surrounding villages, promoting preventive healthcare, sponsoring specialist medical practitioners at local charitable hospitals, and arranging regular provision of clean and safe drinking water. The company has installed RO systems with water coolers in public places, at Saila Khurd, Saila Kalan, and Paddi Khutti, and an overhead water tank with a tube well chamber, at Saila Khurd, to ensure an uninterrupted water supply for the local community. The company has also sponsored an industrial

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Rural Development: Development is important for the upliftment and betterment of any community. Kuantum Papers invests dedicatedly in the infrastructure development of surrounding villages. The company has helped construct streets and built utility facilities, including toilets. It helped develop a children's park at village Saila Khurd and installed swings in government schools and other villages to promote recreational activities among the future generation of the nation. It facilitated plantation drives in government schools and Panchayat land, installed street solar lights, and contributed to the construction of the Suvidha Centre building in Garhshankar. As a part of women's empowerment and self-sustainability initiatives, Kuantum Papers distributed sewing machines to women in surrounding villages. Furthermore, it laid sewerage pipelines and installed sewage treatment plants (STP) to improve sanitation in villages, including Saila Khurd, Bharapur Jattan, Raniala, and Saila Kalan.

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Indian Paper Industry Explores Opportunities & Challenges in Food Packaging Segment IPPTA organized a zonal seminar on “Replacing Single Use Plastic by Paper With Emphasis on Food Packaging '' in the city of Mysuru on August 3 & 4. The event was co-organized by CSRI-CFTRI. The two-day event started with a welcoming and brainstorming inaugural session, which truly set the stage for upcoming sessions. Various technical sessions and panel discussions followed the inauguration. IPPTA & CFTRI made arrangements for various scientific and technical collaborations and discussions among the industry leaders present and the resident and visiting scientists of the host institute. His Highness Shri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, the Maharaja of the Erstwhile Kingdom of Mysuru, concluded the event with the Best Paper Award and an address on behalf of the hosts.

ndian Pulp & Paper Technical Association (IPPTA) recently organized a zonal seminar, themed “Replacing Single Use Plastic by Paper With Emphasis on Food Packaging”. The two-day seminar was organized on August 3 & 4 by IPPTA and the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR - CFTRI). The entire event was organized within the exemplary campus of CFTRI in Mysuru, Karnataka. The inaugural session was held in the CFTRI auditorium with dignitaries present on-dias, including Patron - Dr.

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Sridevi Annapurna Singh, Director of CSIR - CFTRI; Mr. Ganesh Bhadti, President of IPPTA; Mr. M K Goyal, Honorary Secretary of IPPTA; Mr. Pawan Agarwal, President of the Indian Paper Manufacturers Association (IPMA); Mr. P N Shridhar, Deputy General Manager (Sustainable Products and Packaging) at ITC Limited (Secunderabad); and Prof. Rajeshwar Matche, Chief Scientist at CSIR - CFTRI and the Chairman of the Organizing Committee. The inaugural session touched on a comprehensive range of topics that were discussed elaborately during the two-day seminar.

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Opportunity for Indian Paper Industry: Paper Needs to Compete with Single-Use Plastic

The Chief Guest - His Highness Shri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, the 27th Head & Custodian of the Erstwhile Kingdom of Mysuru, addressed the seminar, “In relation to today's seminar, for banning or moving towards alternatives of single-use plastic and plastic in general, it is indeed an honor that the seed sown so many years ago continues to aid in solving problems relevant today, and in benefiting society as a whole — my congratulations to IPPTA on conducting this seminar here. I am sure that the discussions and talks that happened over the course of the last day, have helped towards creating solutions for a cleaner and much more environmentally friendly India. It is a matter of pride for me to be here and once again thank you for giving me this honor. Everywhere we go, we have a huge issue with trash, especially with its disposal, with trash piled up on each side of the highway, especially if you go to the smaller rural towns, the smaller highways. This issue is made more acute by plastic, which percolates into microplastics seeping into the soil, and our rivers, and finding their way into the oceans. We need to find means towards eliminating the use of plastic, or at least reduce it, so that the burden on the environment is reduced at all costs. I am sure that the conference here has resulted in many such solutions coming forward. I am truly honored to be here. CFTRI stands as a

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The welcome address was given by Prof. Matche, Chief Scientist at CSIR - CFTRI and the Chairman of the Organizing Committee, “It is an absolute honor to have the presence of eminent personalities. Single-use plastic puts a lot of challenges on the environment, hence, in India, and globally as well, this product has been banned. The ban brings a negative right on plastic, for single usage, but it does not bring a positive right for paper usage. Now paper needs to compete with single-use plastic, a very versatile material as it acts as a good barrier to moisture and oxygen. We need to explore if we can get these advantages and required barrier properties in paper packaging while reducing the cost. Through this conference, we are collaborating with premium institutes like CFTRI, where a lot of R&D is done in food areas. The issue is, when paper comes in direct contact with food it leads to safety issues. Yet, the usage of paper as a direct packaging material is not very well regulated in terms of safety parameters. The Government of India is very keen to bring on comprehen-

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sive regulations across all types of packaging material, from paper to metal to plastic. For instance, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has banned the usage of newspapers directly as packaging owing to resultant health hazards. So, before any such regulation comes it is my appeal to R&D institutes, academic institutes, and regulatory bodies, to come together and work regarding- which chemicals are being used, which of them are harmful in terms of global or specific migration, and can we have alternate chemicals or materials, etc. This is an opportunity, as globally also this area is not well regulated, and if we are able to bring out some research, and identify the particular type(s) of chemicals, or packaging that can be used in direct contact with the food, then we can be a global leader in this area.”

Need for Collection, Cleaning & Recycling and Mapping How Indian Foods Interact with Paper Packaging

The keynote address was presented by Mr. P N Sridhar, Deputy General Manager (Sustainable Products and Packaging) at ITC Limited (Secunderabad), “In packaging, initially, product-package compatibility was being focused on, then came the cost concern. India is a beautiful country but we have never marketed them the way the Europeans or the Westerners have. The more tourists flow, the better it is for all our

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E•V•E•N•T industries, but there are aspects going against us. There is litter that you find wherever you go, therefore, to make India a global tourism destination, our first effort was Swachh Bharat, a programme that led to the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for plastic packaging. As packaging managers tried to cut their costs, they made their plastic thinner to the extent that even a secondary packaging material ranged between 25-35 microns. The product had excellent properties, very good moisture resistance, very good oxygen resistance, and very good water resistance, but on disposal, it had huge littering potential. As the thickness kept going down it became unremunerative to collect used plastic for the Swachh Sanchalak. So, they stopped picking up plastic. As opposed to plastic, the paper industry has always had an excellent stream of waste paper collection and recycling, both formal and informal. The plastic industry started with a minimum of 50 microns for plastic and Swach Sanchalaks were not collecting it due to its low return cost. Gradually, the Government banned plastic products below 75 microns and manufacturers changed to 75 microns as per the law. At 75 microns, the paper has a big yield advantage. It has become viable for many industries to reduce plastic consumption. In the coming years, the single-use plastic ban and EPR will be fused, that is if anything has the potential to litter, the government will remove it at its source itself. By 2024, CPCB is going to mandate the quantum of recycling, categories of plastic, etc. That said, Europe is looking at modulated EPR, that is they need to pay the fine for putting out plastic packaging which cannot be recycled, in euros per ton. By 2024 or 2025, modulated EPR will also enter the Indian market and the government will start asking all packaging material manufacturers and manufacturers of materials for dispensing, to be accountable and responsible for

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collecting back whatever they have put out into the environment. For the last five to six years, we have been working on paper-based barriercoated solutions, especially for food packaging. In food and beverage dispensing in the takeaway or delivery segment - the alternatives available are paper cups, paper bowls, etc. Although traditionally paper cups were imparted with LDPE, now many other solutions designed with some recyclability factor are available. But what happens to the paper cup after we drink from it? This is the question we will face probably within the next one or two years. Who is responsible for collecting it and recycling it? The remnants in the paper cup and bowl, which means tea bags, tea, milk, juice, coffee, stuck rice particles, chicken leg pieces, etc., none of us would touch with a barge pole in any of our recycling. Hence, our weakest link in the chain is how are we going to ensure that good quality material is available for recycling. The minute it is direct food contact, the FSSAI bans recycling material, so we will have to use good quality virgin fiber, which can be easily recycled another three to four times. But once contaminated with food, recyclability cannot happen. IPPTA fraternity is known for various innovations and can aid the enabling of source segregation, cleaning, and waste paper collection mechanism. In the last 10 to 15 years, the industry has innovated heavily, especially in water consumption, energy consumption, specific water and energy consumption, and specific emissions. Our next innovation has to be regarding consumption and dispensing, and a tie-up with CFTRI can help in this regard as not all types of food and beverages can be easily dispensed or packed with paper in spite of barrier coating. We could use a chemical simulant for dry, wet, or oily food, but that is the Westerners' definition of food and simulant. We need to try to find what would simulate a lemon pickle, a paneer butter masala, or a

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biryani, with turmeric or mustard oil. The container starts staining within 30-40 minutes which the delivery takes. We can evolve solutions with CFTRI on testing, which should be based on Indian conditions. Once the government derives standards through the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), FSSAI will start specifying these standards. So, the mandate given to us is to work on compatibility, ensuring an Indian scientific method of mapping how our foods interact with paper and its various barriers, and the need for collection, cleaning, and then recycling.”

Paper: A Hope to Protect Oceans and Nature

This inaugural program was presided over by Mr. Ganesh Bhadti, President of IPPTA, “For the last two years, I am working with some of the scientists here - with Dr. Sandeep from actuary effluent treatment sector; with Dr. Sunil Kumar of CSRI, Dehradun, on energy management. We are working with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for energy management and the Bureau of Energy. The paper industry is witnessing a quantum change in its operations, with changes in the product portfolio, and priorities, but at the same time, opportunities are also available and we are trying to explore those situations along with the available technologies. The government has banned single-use plastic, but the implementation is taking some

E•V•E•N•T time. At the same time, the paper industry also needs time to develop a suitable product to replace plastic. About 25 years ago, in 1997, a British navigator and research scientist was sailing through the North Pacific Sea when he observed from a distance an island-like area. When he approached it, to his surprise it was a garbage patch. Today, that garbage patch is called GPGP, Great Pacific Garbage Patch, and it spans an area of 1.6 million square kilometers, which is almost 6,500 times of Mysuru. It exists between Hawaii Islands and California. Further navigation revealed similar patches in the Pacific Ocean. Some of the statistics are alarming - about 450 million tons of plastic is generated every year, and by 2050 the figure will reach nearly 600 million tons, with only 6-7 percent being recycled. There are five oceans that are badly affected, and the Indian Ocean is one of them. We are also now working with CFTRI as time and the effort we put in is very

important now. We are sitting in an institution known for its intensive work in developing food-grade products, and a knowledge of international standards.”

Challenges of Paper Packaging over Plastic Packaging

Dr. Sridevi Annapurna Singh, Director of CSIR - CFTRI, also presented her thoughts on the

seminar, “I am happy that IPPTA decided to come here because we have the scientific background and you are looking for technological solutions, this hand-holding would definitely make the pace go much faster. If a barrier could be developed, I would like to ask if there could be a thin barrier that is made from alternate macromolecules that are already available in nature and are biodegradable, so they can be just peeled off after food use. Some other solutions may be fermentation or organic waste, which could be disposed of as fertilizer while the paper gets recycled. When you look at food packaging there are many things that we need to understand, first and foremost being the perishable nature of food. It is not simply replacing single-use or even recyclable plastic, which anyway is not allowed for food packaging. Many of the grains are breathing living materials, so there will be moisture coming out of these

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grains, carbon dioxide, and so on. Moisture can affect the shelf life and as we are looking at more and more processed foods for enhancing the shelf life, we need to keep this in mind. Paper does become soggy and its strength is gone. So we also look at food packaging in terms of the gas barriers. If the food is exposed to oxygen, or even light, some of the nutrients could get destroyed; many times the colors would change, the flavor will change, and other chemical changes will happen. The packaging material also protects it physically which means that there could be breakages if it is not protected properly. If the barrier properties are not good there can be microbial biological spoilage too. The packaging material often has many additives and can impart flavor and certain colors. Some of the chemicals used in making the packaging can leach into the food product and all of these can cause food safety issues, as well as sensory negative attributes to the food. So it is not as simple, and that is probably why plastic has been so popular. It had all these wonderful properties which made it very useful to use for food packaging. Nearly 50 percent of single-use plastic is used for beverage and food packaging only. Further, it is easy to print and mold into the desired shape. On the other side, we have climate change, greenhouse gases emission, and oceans filled with plastic. It is estimated by 2050 there will be more plastic than fish in our oceans, which is alarming. Plastic has this wonderful feature of only breaking up and not breaking down, it means that it will start breaking up into microplastics and will end up choking our beautiful diversity. We have to find a balance between what we are eating, how we are living, and what it is doing to our planet. We also need to hold hands to

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solve this great problem by taking small steps at a time. You are welcome to come back to us with any projects. We will be happy to work together.” The IPPTA 2023 journal was released during the inaugural session. It serves as a platform for researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and experts to publish their research findings, technical papers, and innovations related to the pulp and paper sector.

The Paper Industry is a Very Important Cog in the Developing Wheel of India

Mr. Pawan Agarwal, President of IPMA, presented the Vote of Thanks and also threw light on the continuous contribution of the paper industry to Indian development, “The Indian paper industry has come of age as I see a lot of old friends along with the new generation in the audience. However, we have to understand that whatever we have done is too little, and too much has to be done in the coming years. The paper industry is a very important cog in the developing wheel of India. The industry has a role to play in many of the central government policies, for instance, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan - we are the natural scavengers of the waste being

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generated in the country; 100 percent literacy mission - it is not possible without the paper industry. Paper has a DNA that is naturally sustainable. We use wood, or agro fiber, to produce paper, and even if it is recycled fiber, it originates either from wood or agro. Hence, our product is sustainable, biodegradable, and natural, unlike plastic, but we have to be very careful about our manufacturing process. As the IPMA President, with conviction I can declare that over the past one and a half decades, the Indian paper industry has reduced its freshwater consumption by 80 percent, which is phenomenal. So, our manufacturing processes have to be sustainable and environmentally friendly as well. We have to be very cautious about our overall energy consumption, our overall carbon footprints, and the chemicals we are consuming to make a sheet of paper. There is no need to invent the wheel again and again, as much technology is already available

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to replace single-use plastic. We have to simply adapt the technology available to suit our requirements. In association with CPPRI and CFTRI, we can definitely make a product that can replace single-use plastic in the country.”

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Zenith Rubber: Unveiling New Epoxy Resin Composite Roller Cover

enith Rubber, total solution provider for roller refurbishing, manufactures rollers for the paper industry based on parameters like application, chemistry, speed, temperature, pressure, roll geometry, deflection, balance & coefficient of friction. Zenith today has its own 20 manufacturing facilities at diversified strategic locations in India and abroad, with a production capacity of staggering 3000 rollers per day spread out in a total area of about 200, 000 sq. meters. The Indian paper industry is undergoing a phase of innovations, with new technologies frequently emerging to elevate the sector. In a recent interaction with Paper Mart, Mr. PS Paintal, Managing Director, Zenith Rubber Private Limited & Dr. Benno Bader, Technical Director, Zenith Rubber Private Limited and Founder, Skapa e.U., shared about the new indigenously made composite roller cover. The innovation boasts superior properties compared to existing hard covers, resulting in enhanced paper quality, decreased maintenance cost of the machines and lower paper price.

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Paper Mart: What is the chemistry behind your recently launched composite cover and what are its main application areas? Benno Bader: The composite cover is made of fiber reinforced high performance epoxy resin. The composite cover is made mainly to replace hard covers, and not to replace polyurethane or soft rubber covers. Additionally the composite cover can be used to replace covers made for ceramic, ebonite rollers wherever high abrasion and high hardness is required. Application areas vary depending on roller type. For example, in calendar rollers, where there is no competent cover available in the market, the composite cover becomes essential. The composite cover can also be used for hard press rolls, wire rolls, size press rolls.

PM: What are the benefits and advantages of composite cover to the paper mills? BB: The composite cover offers a higher grinding interval compared to paper filled covers resulting in longer lifespan. The composite cover provides better uniformity enhancing paper quality and preventing overpressing of the paper. The composite cover possesses the strengths necessary to withstand accidents without exploding or damaging the machine's other parts.

being used, frequency of grinding intervals. Generally, the composite cover has a longer lifespan compared to the other covers.

PM: What is the acceptance rate of your new launch in the Indian market? PSP: The Indian market is highly receptive to change when guided properly. It is very easy to penetrate the Indian market. We always provide guidelines and do's and don'ts on the roller.

In press rolls, the composite cover features adjustable repellent properties due to special fillers and better sheet release contributing to improved paper quality. Repair options are available for damaged composite cover, with patching or local repair depending on the extent of the damage.

PM: What was the major idea behind this new technology of composite cover? PS Paintal: The major idea was to boost “Make in India”. Many big roller groups were importing these covers where they had to pay high duties and wait for 6 to 7 months or even 1 year for the delivery. Whereas Zenith makes the composite cover indigenously, so the big groups do not have to pay any duty and the delivery time is also 4 weeks. So the big groups are saving time and saving money as well.

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can Machineries Private Limited has been working to provide the best equipment and technology for paper production to the pulp and paper industry for over three decades. In a recent conversation with Paper Mart, Mr. Vinod Nargunam, Executive Director of Scan Machineries Private Limited, & Mr. Christy Selvan, Works Director of Scan Machineries Private Limited, shared the product and service offerings that form the company's portfolio today while reflecting on comparatively humble beginnings. They also indulged in the global footprint exerted by Scan Machineries, the scale of projects the company undertakes, and insight into the processes undertaken by the company to execute its clients' projects.

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Vinod Nargunam: Scan Machineries was founded in 1989, and it has since been serving the pulp and paper industry with a complete range of product offerings. We started by supplying small paper machine parts, such as a pope reeler, and slowly moved to manufacture our first complete paper machine for Dongargaon Paper Mills. Since then we have moved on to design, manufacture, and supply the first hydraulic jet headbox, completely made in India, to Emami Paper Mills. We supplied a 400 TPD paper machine, which has a complete closed draw of paper sheets right from wire to the 1st dryer group, to Suvarna Durga Paper Mill. It is the first by an Indian manufacturer. Christy Selvan: As of today, our product portfolio has grown well and contains product offerings like turnkey paper mill projects, complete paper machine production lines and paper machines for different types of paper, hydraulic jet headboxes with dilution profile control, pressurized rectifier roll jet headboxes, and high-speed winders and rewinders with upto 2000 mpm speed, with complete paper threading, reel transferring, and splicing

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systems, and automated slitter positioning systems with data-driven technology. Our products are not limited just to the Indian market but are constantly exported around the globe. PM: Kindly give us a walkthrough of the paper technology provided by Scan Machineries, emphasizing their features, applications, and advantages. VN: We serve the pulp and paper industry with complete product offerings such as turnkey paper mill projects, complete paper machine lines, paper machines for all kinds of paper, paper machine parts and sections, such as hydraulic jet headboxes with dilution control, pressurized rectifier roll jet headbox, high-speed winders, and rewinders upto 2000 mpm, double and triple zone suction pickup rolls, hard nip and soft nip calenders with European technology, multi-layer fourdrinier wire sections, dryer and coating sections, automated reel transfer section with multi-spool parking system and automated paper sheet tail shooting systems keeping employee's safety in mind. We work closely with European companies to offer premium quality and services of all our products for the market.

PM: Are your machines manufactured and assembled in-house? Kindly elaborate on your plant setup. CS: Yes, all of our machines are manufactured, assembled in-house, pre-tested, and match-marked before being dispatched from our production facility. Our facility consists of 6 bays which include right from our large automated German CNC cutting machine of the mild and stainless steel plates which then proceeds to our fabrication bay for welding. Our multiple production machines then cut excess metal and finish the surface of our products at the highest

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standards. We have now also purchased a new CNC double-column machining center as part of our investment budget for 2023 for faster delivery times at the highest quality standards. It would be one of the biggest manufacturing machines in the paper industry. It is later shot blasted, painted, and pre-assembled in our assembly bay and tested before eventual dispatch from our production facility.

PM: Do you follow a made-toorder business model? What are your manufacturing capabilities and how many machines do you sell in a year? VN: Scan Machineries business relies on a made-to-order business model since for each customer their requirements, production capacity, design, and level of sophistication involved in the paper machines and their parts differ variably. CS: We can design, manufacture, and supply paper machinery right from 50 TPD to 500 TPD for our customers. We also do turnkey paper mill projects for the same capacities all around the world. We sell 1-2 complete paper machines, around 10 headboxes, and 10 high-speed winders and rewinders, up to 2000 mpm. We also take multiple rebuilds and specific product orders.

PM: Scan Machineries also undertakes turnkey paper mill projects across the globe. Kindly elaborate on this with regard to some of the locations worked in and products and services set up. CS: Emphasizing our turnkey paper mill project product offerings – it was mainly designed to help and provide our valuable customers with the intention of ease and support just from a single source - Scan Machineries. We supply everything the customer requires in order to set up and run the entire paper mill. The

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customer just needs to buy the land and do the civil construction while we take care of the rest. This is very helpful for customers especially those coming from a different industry and planning to set up a paper mill. VN: We design the entire Paper Mill layout, manufacture and supply all of the pulp and paper machinery, and design the stock preparation layout, paper machine layout, civil drawings, effluent system layouts, steam and condensate, electrical, piping, and instrumentation drawings. Lastly, we send our manpower for both the erection and commissioning of all of our supplied machinery. Some of the locations we have worked in are Kenya and Zambia.

PM: Can you tell us in detail about your market footprint and major clientele? VN: Our footprint is fairly widespread across the globe. A few of the countries we have supplied our products to are, of course - India, Kenya, Zambia, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Morocco, etc. Our major clientele includes Kuantum Papers Limited, Seshasayee Paper and Boards Limited, Emami Paper Mills Limited, Suvarna Durga Paper Mills, Dongargaon Paper Mills Limited, Lohia Paper Board Private Limited, Balaji Malts Private Limited, Bajaj Kagaj, DK Tissue and Papers Limited, Pragati Paper Industries Limited, Ecotech Papers, Arab Paper Manufacturing Company Waraq (Saudi Arabia), Mega Paper and Board Limited (Kenya), Silverstar Manufactures Limited (Kenya), and Book Hut (Zambia).

PM: What, according to you, are the USPs of your company that set it apart from other competitors in the market? CS: Our main USPs are our standards of design and the quality of machines manufactured by us. Most of our

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customers are through word of mouth and that gives us immense joy and pleasure. We also have a strong passion for paper and we revolve all our processes and product portfolio around a sustainable future in mind.

PM: What is your technological and business roadmap? VN: Technologically, increasing production capacities and the level of automation we offer is our ultimate goal and we are investing huge sums in our production facility in order to cater to those requirements. We are also designing and manufacturing high-value products such as the hydraulic jet headbox with dilution control, pressurized rectifier roll jet headbox, and hard and soft nip calenders with swim-

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ming rolls inside India which now further helps our valuable customers to not go abroad to other countries for such products. CS: We also keep partnering and working closely with European companies to bring their standards and knowledge transfer in order to supply high-quality machines.

PM: Do you undertake R&D at your company? How do you maintain the quality of your offerings? CS: Yes we do undertake R&D in our company. We constantly keep developing our products to the highest standards available in the market and we take every opportunity we can capitalize on that. We maintain our

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quality in mainly two ways, one is partnering and working closely with European companies and another is having stringent systems in place in order to constantly provide paper machinery at the highest quality.

PM: What are your visions and plans for the future? VN: Our vision is to have a larger slice of the global paper machinery market. In order to make that happen, we constantly keep ourselves updated on the latest technology and innovations and infiltrate markets that have immense potential. Like our company's motto, 'Passion for Paper', we keep gaining knowledge and will keep our plans revolving around high-value paper products and sustainability in mind.

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Krofta Engineering: Providing Complete Water Treatment Solutions

Mr. Raghvendra Khaitan, Managing Director, Krofta Engineering Limited

rofta Engineering Limited is one of the leading suppliers of waste water treatment equipment and complete water management solutions, having supplied more than 1200 systems for effluent and wastewater applications. With installations operating in diverse industrial segments in India, the company's most recent achievement is the development of its triple wire belt filter press for sludge dewatering. In a recent conversation with Paper Mart, Mr. Raghvendra Khaitan, Managing Director, Krofta Engineering Limited, shared about the company's journey, DAF technology and other water treatment solutions, plant set-up and manufacturing capabilities, market footprint, and business roadmap.

Paper Mart: Please tell us about Krofta India's journey, major milestones, and crucial achievements. Raghvendra Khaitan: Krofta Engineering Limited, India began operations in 1983 as a manufacturer for Dissolved Air Floatation (DAF) units. Since then, we have added multiple products to our portfolio and made technical collaborations with several companies around the world. Our most recent achievement would be the development of our triple wire belt filter press for sludge de-watering.

PM: Kindly elaborate on your DAF technology and how you serve the pulp and paper industry with it. RK: Our DAF technology is used for physio-chemical separation and is most popularly used to treat the paper machine back water and is used for fiber recovery, which is then taken back to the machine chest. Our DAFs are also

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used as secondary clarifiers in lieu of conventional clarifier systems especially in those areas where space is constrained and in this case they also serve a dual purpose of not only physio chemical separation but also sludge thickening. Additionally, our DAFs are also used for color and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) reduction after the secondary clarifier, and we have seen excellent results in two paper mills where we have installed them. Our DAFs work best with our patented air dissolving tubes, which is a pressure vessel used to saturate air in water.

PM: What are the other technologies and solutions that you offer to the pulp and paper industry? RK: We offer complete water treatment solutions. With the recent addition of varied anaerobic treatment methods to our product range, we are able to provide

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more value to our customers and give them the best solutions to keep their paper mills running without any hiccups. We help our clients produce smell free paper, also while allowing them to save costs by re-using process water and generation of bio-gas. As pulp and paper is a large carrier of water, sludge generation is also a major concern and with our recent development of screw press and our triple wire belt press, we are able to handle and dewater large volumes of sludge which invariably if not treated, are either discharged as a slurry or taken back to ETP which increases the load.

PM: Do you engineer or manufacture your technologies in-house? If yes, please elaborate on your plant set-up and manufacturing capabilities? RK: Yes, we have our own 60,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Faridabad, India. We have a qualified team of top personnel along with a certified production team. We have standard capabilities of steel processing such as cutting, bending, and welding, along with a separate cleaning, painting and sandblasting area. We follow all quality checks and inspections, with safety being our top priority.

PM: Is it easy to operate your technology or does it require human resource training? Do you provide it as a part of your service contract? RK: Our technology is easy to operate, especially if our clients opt for automated systems. As part of our contracts, we provide free service from our engineers, for a certain time period, who will be present at client sites during commissioning so they can train the operators on how to run the machine. We urge our clients to use our services to avoid any issues during machine startup. We also provide a detailed operation manual. Our service engineers can be requested at site for maintenance issues with just a few days' notice. We also now provide remote start up services.

PM: Can you tell us in detail about your market footprint? What is your USP? RK: We are currently present in most regions in India,

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Middle East and certain parts of Africa. Our USP is our custom-tailored solutions which we provide, and our team's in-depth knowledge of the functioning of the paper mill. There is no scenario we have not seen and we will surely have a solution for you.

PM: What is your business roadmap? What is your annual turnover in terms of physical sales? RK: We wish to continue upgrading our technology and being able to provide new methods for our clients to treat their water and protect the environment. In terms of annual turnover for physical sales, this past year we completed over 120 projects big and small, and dispatched material of over 660 metric tonnes.

PM: What are the recent developments that you have invested in at Krofta Engineering for your pulp and paper segment? RK: We have recently launched our anaerobic treatment reactors. These are of utmost importance in paper mills due to the prevalence of high levels of COD. Further, we continue developing our existing technology, such as in DAF's - our Megacell has been very successful in paper mills across India and outside. We have also launched a sludge digestor which is of great importance to the paper industry as we are able to generate gas from excess sludge and this generation of gas can become a part of green energy initiative for the paper mills.

PM: What are your vision and plans for Krofta India's future? RK: Our vision is to keep exploring new technologies and accordingly inculcate them in our existing stream to develop new equipments which may be beneficial for industries either in the way of lower capex, lower opex and generation of gas, ultimately leading to green initiatives. Our future plans are to expand our operations to upgrade our facilities, to adhere to the stringent requirements of customers as well as explore opportunities at different markets wherever we can add value to the project.

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JMC Paper Tech Announces Workshop Facility Expansion to 15,000 Square Meters

MC Paper Tech Private Limited is a manufacturer cum exporter of pulp and paper mill plant and machinery. The company's main activities are designing and manufacturing of pulp and paper mill machinery and its parts to cater domestic and overseas market needs. The company's recent developments include establishment of JMC Paper Tech USA and the opening of their first 150 TPD kraft paper mill in Juarez, Mexico. They are also in the active expansion phase of their workshop facility from 10,000 square meters to 15,000 square meters. In a recent interaction with Paper Mart, Dr. Yesha Patel, Chief Executive Officer, JMC Paper Tech Private Limited, talked about the company's journey, recent milestones, market footprint, R&D advancements, expansion projects, business roadmap, and JMC Paper Tech's new innovations helping them to expand globally.

Dr. Yesha Patel, Chief Executive Officer, JMC Paper Tech Private Limited

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I•N•T•E•R•V•I•E•W Paper Mart: Please tell us about JMC Paper Tech's journey, major milestones, and crucial achievements. Yesha Patel: JMC Paper Tech Private Limited's journey began in 2002 as a partnership firm, with a clear vision to establish an advanced composite engineering unit for the manufacturing of pulp and paper mill machinery. Over the years, we have achieved several significant milestones and have continuously strived for excellence in our industry. One of our most noteworthy achievements is our workshop facility, which currently spans an area of 10,000 square meters. This state-of-the-art facility has been instrumental in our success, enabling us to deliver high-quality machinery and meet the demands of both domestic and overseas markets. Additionally, we have continuously expanded and improved our infrastructure to meet the growing demands of the industry and I'm pleased to announce that we are actively expanding our workshop facility by an additional 5,000 square meters, with completion expected by the end of this year. This expansion will bring our total workshop area to 15,000 square meters, approximately 161,000 square feet, enabling us to enhance our manufacturing capabilities and cater to high-speed paper machines with production speeds of 1000-1500 meters per minute. Furthermore, as part of our global expansion strategy, in 2022 we opened our American subsidiary, JMC Paper Tech USA. This strategic move has allowed us to establish a strong presence in the North & South American markets and offer localized services to our clients in the region. Additionally, we have ventured into the paper manufacturing market by developing a paper mill division in the United States and Mexico. This expansion has enabled us to cater directly to the needs of our clients in this region and provide them with tailored solutions. These achievements and developments reflect our

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commitment to growth, innovation, and providing the highest quality solutions to our valued customers. As we continue our journey, we remain dedicated to expanding our global footprint and enhancing our offerings to serve the evolving needs of the pulp and paper industry.

PM: Kindly elaborate on the entire supply and service contract that you offer to pulp and paper mills. YP: At JMC Paper Tech, our commitment to our clients extends to providing comprehensive turnkey solutions for pulp and paper mills. Our services cover the entire project lifecycle, ensuring a seamless experience for our customers. Our services begin with project planning and designing, where our engineering team harnesses their expertise and utilizes modern tools such as computer-aided design and 3D designing to create precise and efficient layouts. Our bespoke drafting workstation and in-house developed software enable us to generate flow sheets, manufacture drawings, P&I diagrams, and bills of materials with utmost efficiency. Once the planning is complete, we move on to the manufacturing stage, where our well-established factory plays a pivotal role. Our manufacturing capabilities allow us to produce a wide range of pulp and paper mill

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machinery and its parts. Depending on the project requirements, we can manufacture the parts on-site or transport them for assembly at the client's location. Beyond manufacturing, we also take charge of the erection and commissioning of the machinery, ensuring that the entire plant is set up and operational. Our experienced team plays a crucial role in executing the project on an EPC basis, ensuring a smooth and successful process. Additionally, we offer maintenance services, including regular upkeep and support for the plant's efficient operation. Our commitment doesn't end with the project's completion; we work as partners with our clients, providing ongoing support for continuous improvement and achieving optimal plant performance. Furthermore, we assist our clients in finance planning and arranging funds through financial institutions or banks, making the project realization process more streamlined.

PM: How do you ensure the quality of your supplies and services? YP: Quality is the bedrock of JMC Paper Tech's business philosophy, and we strive to deliver "Quality at Competitive Price." To uphold this commitment, we have put in place a

I•N•T•E•R•V•I•E•W rigorous and multifaceted quality assurance process. Firstly, we conduct regular chemical analysis and physical testing, including radiography, on all raw materials. This ensures that the materials used in our machinery meet the highest standards and are consistent in quality. Secondly, we undertake periodic vendor appraisals and ratings to ensure that the materials supplied by our partners consistently meet our quality expectations. Thirdly, we maintain quality surveillance throughout the entire design and manufacturing process. Our engineering infrastructure, equipped with modern measuring, testing, and checking devices, allows us to verify the quality of each component accurately. Additionally, we continuously invest in the training and upskilling of our workmen to maintain the highest quality standards in our manufacturing processes. Moreover, our commitment to quality is reflected in our investment in highly sophisticated machines. For instance, we have incorporated a Vertical Milling Center (VMC) with a fully automatic 5-axis CNC system for high precision work. This advanced machinery enables us to achieve intricate and precise manufacturing, ensuring the impeccable quality of our products. By adhering to these rigorous quality assurance practices and investing in cutting-edge technology, we can confidently deliver products and services that meet or exceed our clients' expectations.

PM: Do you manufacture on-site or transport manufactured parts for assembly? Can you elaborate on your plant set-up and manufacturing capabilities? YP: At JMC Paper Tech, our manufacturing process is flexible to meet the unique requirements of each project. Depending on the scope and logistics of the project, we can either manufacture components on-site or transport them to the client's location for assembly. Our manufacturing capabilities are the backbone of our operations.

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Located at G.I.D.C., SANAND-II, Ahmedabad, India, our state-of-the-art factory houses advanced engineering infrastructure, cutting-edge, in-house developed software that streamlines our designing with remarkable speed and accuracy. Our plant is equipped with cutting-edge, in-house developed software that streamlines the generation of P&I diagrams and bills of materials with remarkable speed and accuracy. Furthermore, our commitment to enhancing our manufacturing capabilities is demonstrated by our investment in sophisticated machinery. For instance, our acquisition of a Vertical Milling Center (VMC) with a fully automatic 5-axis CNC system enables us to execute high-precision work with intricate details. This capability positions us to cater to the evolving needs of the industry, particularly for high-speed paper machines with production speeds of 1000-1500 meters per minute. Our engineering team, comprising highly qualified technical personnel with expertise in process, mechanical, and instrumental disciplines, ensures that all components are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. Whether manufacturing on-site or off-site, our goal remains the same: delivering products that are tailor-made to our clients' specific needs, ensuring seamless integration into their existing setups.

PM: Please elaborate on the scope of your rebuilding and expansion services. YP: Our rebuilding and expansion services are designed to empower existing pulp and paper mills with modern technologies and capacity enhancement. When engaged for a rebuilding project, we conduct a comprehensive analysis of the customer's existing setup and operational conditions. Based on the analysis, we develop a strategic estimation and project analysis report that outlines the necessary modifications and rebuilds required to achieve

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capacity enhancement. We work closely with our clients to understand their objectives and tailor our solutions to meet their unique requirements. In the case of expansion projects, we integrate the latest technologies to optimize plant operations and improve overall efficiency. This includes incorporating advanced automation systems, modern control mechanisms, and energy-efficient components. Our expertise in project engineering, design, and project management allows us to undertake these assignments on a turnkey basis, ensuring a seamless and efficient process from start to finish. Through our rebuilding and expansion services, we aim to help our clients unlock the full potential of their existing setups, enhancing their competitiveness and profitability in the dynamic paper industry.

PM: Is human resource training a part of your service contract? YP: Yes, human resource training is a crucial part of our service contract. At JMC Paper Tech, we recognize that the skill and expertise of the workforce play a vital role in the efficient operation and maintenance of a paper plant. As part of our comprehensive turnkey solutions, we provide specialized training programs to our clients' workforce. Our experienced team offers training on the operation and maintenance of the plant, equipping the staff with the necessary skills to handle the machinery and processes effectively. Our training programs are designed to empower the workforce with in-depth knowledge of the machinery, safety protocols, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices. By investing in human resource training, we ensure that our clients' operations run smoothly and productively, resulting in improved plant performance and longevity.

PM: What is your technological

I•N•T•E•R•V•I•E•W and business roadmap? What is your annual turnover in terms of physical sales? YP: At JMC Paper Tech, our technological roadmap revolves around continuous innovation and staying at the forefront of advancements in the pulp and paper industry. We are committed to investing in research and development (R&D) to incorporate state-ofthe-art technology into our solutions. This includes exploring cutting-edge automation, digitalization, and sustainability initiatives to enhance the efficiency and eco-friendliness of our machinery. Our business roadmap involves ambitious plans for growth and expansion. We are expanding our workshop facility by an additional 5,000 square meters, which significantly strengthens our manufacturing capabilities and allows us to take on larger and more complex projects. Our recent establishment of JMC Paper Tech USA and the development of a paper mill division in the United States and Mexico demonstrate our commitment to expanding our global footprint and tapping into new markets. As for our annual turnover in terms of physical sales, I cannot disclose specific financial figures due to company policy. However, I can assure you that our consistent growth, international presence, and strong clientele reflect our success in the pulp and paper industry. JMC Paper Tech provides significant contributions to the Indian economy as a key player in the pulp and paper industry.

PM: Can you tell us in detail about your market footprint and major clientele? What is your USP? YP: Our market footprint extends both domestically and internationally. We have successfully served clients in India and various overseas markets, Bangladesh, Uganda, Nepal, Egypt, United States, and Mexico. In fact, our recent project in Uganda marks a significant achievement, as it is the first integrated pulp mill and paper machine project of its kind undertaken by an Indian company. This groundbreaking endeavor highlights

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our commitment to expanding our global reach and contributing to the development of the industry on a global scale. Our esteemed clients have trusted us to deliver high-quality solutions that drive their paper manufacturing operations. Our USP lies in our core values and customercentric approach. Guided by honesty, integrity, and strict business ethics, we work closely with our clients as partners, ensuring transparent communication and timely delivery. Our commitment to quality and continuous improvement sets us apart, as we consistently exceed our clients' expectations through attention to detail and a dedication to excellence. Additionally, JMC Paper Tech is known for its engineering expertise, which spans across various disciplines in the pulp and paper industry. Our engineering team is highly qualified and experienced, allowing us to provide comprehensive solutions, from project planning and designing to complete process engineering. Our in-house developed software and cutting-edge technology further enhance our ability to deliver custom-designed solutions tailored to the specific needs of our valued customers.

PM: Do you undertake R&D at JMC Paper Tech? What are the recent developments that you have invested in? YP: Yes, research and development (R&D) are fundamental to our growth strategy at JMC Paper Tech. We are committed to investing in R&D to remain at the forefront of technological advancements in the pulp and paper industry. Recently, we have made significant strides in our R&D efforts and have added several groundbreaking developments to our portfolio. For instance, we have added integrated pulp mill as well as paper mill machinery into our offerings for both agro-based and wood-based industries. The incorporation of Oxygen Delignification (ODL) and bleaching stages in our scope has proven beneficial to our clientele,

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reducing chemical costs and providing better-quality pulp. Another notable achievement is the successful design and implementation of the brown stock washer. This innovation represents a significant advancement in pulp washing technology, improving the efficiency and quality of the pulp washing process. In addition to the brown stock washer, we have also developed a stationary digestor, which has garnered much attention and appreciation from industry experts. This stationary digestor is designed to enhance the pulping process, optimizing chemical utilization and reducing operating costs for our clients. Furthermore, in the paper mill machinery section our production of carbon steel dryers with thinner shell thickness has enhanced heat transfer efficiency, resulting in savings in steam and power consumption. We have also developed a highspeed rewinder that improves production efficiency, saving time, cost, and resources for our customers. The top dewatering former, another innovation, provides our clients with improved paper symmetry and web strength characteristics while maintaining low porosity.

PM: What are your vision and plans for JMC Paper Tech's future? YP: Our vision for JMC Paper Tech's future is to solidify our position as a globally recognized leader in providing comprehensive solutions for pulp and paper mill machinery. We aim to continue expanding our market footprint, establishing ourselves as a strong, global pulp and paper machine manufacturer. In the coming years, we plan to further enhance our technological capabilities by incorporating advanced technologies such as hydraulic head box and shoe press. These innovations will enable us to offer our clients even higher-quality solutions and improved efficiency in their paper manufacturing processes. Furthermore, we are determined to expand our presence in the North and South American industries. The

I•N•T•E•R•V•I•E•W establishment of JMC Paper Tech USA and the opening of our first 150 TPD kraft paper mill in Juarez, Mexico, are important milestones in this regard. As our engineering and paper manufacturing divisions continue to grow, we aim to expand our paper mill further to include another 350 TPD kraft paper mill in Juarez, Mexico. Over the next five years, we also plan to introduce tissue machinery and technology into our catalog, providing our customers with complete tissue mill solutions. As part of our growth

strategy, we are excited to share that we plan to expand our workshop facility even further. By 2027, we aim to have a state-of-the-art facility spanning approximately 25,000 square meters (equivalent to approximately 269,000 square feet). This expansion will not only accommodate our technological advancements but also position us as one of India's largest paper machine manufacturing facilities. Furthermore, we are determined to continue expanding our presence in various regions, both through our established markets and

by venturing into new territories. Our recent project in Uganda, which marked the first integrated pulp mill and paper machine project undertaken by an Indian company, exemplifies our commitment to global expansion and pioneering innovation. Our vision encompasses continuous innovation, a customer-centric approach, and a commitment to excellence. We strive to serve our clients with cutting-edge solutions, while contributing to the growth and sustainability of the pulp and paper industry on a global scale.

Billerud Reaches Agreement to Divest Managed Packaging to Mimir Group

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Billerud has agreed to divest Managed Packaging, offering packaging solutions to global brand owners, to investment company Mimir Group. The transaction is planned to be completed in August 2023 and is expected to result in a positive result effect for Billerud of approx. USD 1.89 million. Jul 13, 2023

illerud has come to an agreement with Mimir Group, an investment company, about a divestment of Managed Packaging, which offers packaging solutions to global brand owners. The intention to divest the business unit Managed Packaging is a consequence of Billerud's focus on packaging materials, which means a reduced strategic importance of service offerings. The sale will reduce complexity and positively impact Billerud's EBITDA margin. The transaction is planned to be completed in August 2023 and

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is expected to result in a positive result effect for Billerud of approx. USD 1.89 million, which will be reported as an item affecting comparability in the third quarter. The planned divestment's impact on Billerud's EBITDA and net debt will be immaterial. “Managed Packaging has contributed to Billerud with expertise in optimization of fiber-based packaging solutions for global brand owners, but there are no synergies with our core business, which is our focus in the years to come. Managed Packaging will now get an owner who wants to develop the business, to the benefit of employees and customers," says Mr. Christoph Michalski, President and CEO.

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Clyde Industries: Minimize Downtime, Maximise Efficiency

Mr. Samir Patil, Managing Director, Clyde Industries Private Limited

lyde Industries is the leading provider of boiler efficiency solutions like heavy-duty soot blowers, high power low-pressure soot-blowing technology, and SMART Clean™ Intelligent Sootblowing Systems, for the most demanding applications in the market. Their state-of-the-art workshop at Atlanta, USA has been producing 500+ soot blowers per year. They have a presence in over 15 countries including pulp mills from Sweden, Canada, Brazil, India, Germany, China, Finland, and many other countries. In a recent interaction with Paper Mart, Mr. Samir Patil, Managing Director, Clyde Industries Private Limited, shared about the company's journey, product portfolio, and market presence. He also talked about the vision of the company for the future.

Paper Mart: Please tell us about Clyde Industries' journey, major milestones, and crucial achievements. Samir Patil: In 1924, Clyde Blowers was established as a family firm producing boiler cleaning devices (soot blowers). Clyde Industries is the number 1 supplier in the world for heavy-duty soot blowers, high power low-pressure soot-blowing technology, and SMART Clean™ Intelligent Sootblowing Systems. In 2019, Clyde Industries formed after Clyde Bergemann Power Group, carved out the pulp and paper business and sold it to Wynnchurch

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Capital. Companies included in the sale were Clyde Bergemann Power Group Americas, Clyde Bergemann Scandinavia, and Clyde Bergemann Indonesia. In 2020, Clyde Industries acquired MidSouth Power and Equipment Company (the company that serviced Copes Vulcan soot blowers) in Greensboro, NC, and founded Clyde Industries India Private Limited. Clyde Industries designs, supplies, and services innovative products, systems, and services to safely and effectively provide online cleaning for recovery and power boilers throughout the worldwide pulp and paper industry.

I•N•T•E•R•V•I•E•W PM: Kindly elaborate on your product portfolio for the pulp and paper industry and its applications. SP: Clyde Industries is a company specializing in boiler efficiency solutions and services. Their product portfolio typically includes a range of products and services related to improving the efficiency and performance of industrial boilers. While specific offerings may have evolved or expanded since then, here is a general overview of the types of products and services you might find in our portfolio. Clyde Industries may offer various technologies and systems for cleaning boiler surfaces to remove ash, soot, and other deposits that can reduce boiler efficiency. This could include soot blowers and online cleaning systems. We might provide technologies and solutions aimed at enhancing the overall efficiency of industrial boilers. This could include advanced combustion control systems, heat recovery solutions, and more. We also provide products and services related to emissions reduction and compliance with environmental regulations. This may involve technologies for controlling the release of pollutants such as NOx, SOx, and particulate matter. Additionally, we provide services for optimizing the performance of existing boilers, including engineering assessments, retrofits, and upgrades. Maintenance and inspection services are provided to ensure the safe and efficient operation of boilers, including inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance programs. Clyde Industries might offer digital solutions for monitoring and controlling boiler operations remotely, which can help improve efficiency and reliability. We also provide replacement parts and support services for their products and systems to ensure ongoing performance and reliability.

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PM: What does your customer service contract and maintenance contracts include apart from the supply of machinery? How do you ensure the quality of your supplies? SP: Clyde Industries provides various types of contracts for customers. We provide quarterly visits by a service technician to inspect, perform preventive maintenance, and make minor repairs. We also provide monthly visits by a service technician to inspect, perform preventive maintenance, and make minor or major repairs. Another contract includes full-time maintenance where Clyde Industries has service technicians onsite handling all the sootblower needs for preventive maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. We also have a fixed-price maintenance contract where based on an initial detailed review of the boiler cleaning equipment, desired parameters are defined jointly with the customer. These may / guarantee, spare parts storage plans, an on-call response service, or staff training. A custom fixed-price offer addressing this specific scope is then developed by our service team. Contracts can be tied to soot blower availability. Contracts can also include parts.

PM: Do you make your own manufacture and assemble your machines in-house? Please tell us about your manufacturing capacities with regard to the pulp and paper industry. SP: Our machinery is built in-house at Atlanta, USA workshop. Our stateof-the-art workshop has been producing 500+ soot blowers per year.

PM: What are your USPs that keep you abreast of your competitors? What is your technological and business roadmap? SP: We offer a comprehensive range of solutions for boiler cleaning and efficiency. Our expertise includes

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high-power, low-pressure soot blowing technology, advanced boiler monitoring, and diagnostics, as well as effective port cleaning technologies. Additionally, we specialize in process optimization through our SMART Clean™ Intelligent Sootblowing System tailored for the pulp and paper industry. We are committed to delivering a highquality Fitness-to-Operate (FTO) program to help our customers properly maintain their soot blowers in the most cost-effective way. The program focuses on three levels of maintenance to guarantee a safe and reliable plant operation. Clyde Industries is the world's leading boiler cleaning operations expert. Our equipment, technology, field service, and knowledge are unmatched in the industry, creating significant value over the entire lifecycle of your soot blower. Clyde Industries plays a vital role in shaping boiler-cleaning technology. We can meet the specific requirements within a boiler by applying various cleaning methods, nozzles, and nozzle arrangements to our technology. As industry pioneers, we were the first to successfully apply water for furnace cleaning and were quick to adapt a demand-driven boiler cleaning system that responds to actual deposit buildup, rather than operating under a fixed cleaning schedule.

PM: Can you tell us in detail about your market footprint and major clientele? What is your USP? SP: We have installed soot blowers (SB) all across the globe. Clyde Industry began its journey with the installation of 80 soot blowers at the Varo pulp mill in Sweden, and there has been no turning back since then. To date from 2000 to 2023, we have installed over 3,500 soot blowers approximately worldwide. We have a presence in over 15 countries including pulp mills from Sweden, Canada,

I•N•T•E•R•V•I•E•W Brazil, India, Germany, China, Finland, and many other countries. Some of our esteemed clientele in our books are Zellstoff Pöls, Metsä Fibre äänekoski, Mondi Steti Poland, Zellstoff Nettingsdorf, ITC India, MAPA Chile, Bracell, Ust-Illimsk, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers TNPL-Unit 2, Orient Paper, JK Paper Rayagada, Century Pulp & Paper, ITC Pulp and Paper, ITC HPRB & ALP, APPM, and West Coast Paper Mills Unit -1.

PM: Do you undertake R&D at Clyde Industries? How do you maintain the quality of your offerings? SP: We, at Clyde Industry, establish robust quality control processes at various stages of manufacturing and service delivery to ensure that products and services meet specified standards and performance criteria. We work closely with suppliers to

ensure that the materials and components used in their offerings meet quality standards. Rigorous testing and validation procedures are conducted to confirm that the products and systems function as intended and meet performance specifications. The company often adheres to industry-specific certifications and regulatory compliance to ensure its offerings meet the required standards and regulations. Feedback from customers and performance data are used to identify areas for improvement, leading to ongoing refinements of products and services. Staff involved in the manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of equipment are trained and certified to ensure they are capable of maintaining the quality of the offerings.

PM: What are your vision and plans for Clyde Industries' future in India?

SP: Clyde Industries' strategy for the Indian market includes expanding its presence by targeting new customers and industries, potentially increasing sales and services. They may localize products to meet specific Indian needs, explore partnerships for market insights, invest in R&D for tailored solutions, incorporate sustainability initiatives, prioritize strong customer relationships, ensure compliance with local regulations, conduct market analysis, and aim for financial growth. We have the vision to become the pre-eminent equipment experts in applying the full potential of remote monitoring and Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) on all auxiliary equipment in and around the recovery and power boilers used in the pulp-making processes to drive equipment reliability up and process costs down.

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PAPER-ME 2023 Ends on a Positive Note in Cairo, Egypt Paper Middle East (ME), the 15th international exhibition for paper, board, tissue & packaging industry was held on 2, 3 & 4 September 2023 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), Cairo, organized by Nile Trade Fairs.

n the heart of Cairo, Egypt, from September 2nd to 4th, 2023, Nile Trade Fairs organized the 15th international exhibition for paper, board, tissue & packaging industry. Considered to be MENA's largest event, it brought together global leaders, exhibitors, and stakeholders in the pulp and paper sector to explore the latest innovations, trends, and opportunities in this dynamic industry. The Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC) served as the perfect backdrop for this grand event. The event was held in an area of 11,000 square meters and allowed for flexible usage, including smaller partitions tailored to the needs of exhibitors. This state-of-the-art facility provided an ideal environment for networking, showcasing products, and fostering collaboration within the industry. The PAPER-ME 2023 boasted a diverse and comprehensive exhibitor profile with over 225 exhibitors, showcasing the breadth of the industry. Attendees had the opportunity to explore a wide range of products and services, including paper and paperboard machinery, equipment and products, corrugated paper machinery and products, suppliers of used and reconditioned machines and equipment, recycling paper machines and technology, paper core machines, paper converting machines. The event drew participants from a multitude of nations around the world. The event served as a global convergence point, with representatives from countries including Egypt, India, China, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, South Africa, UAE,

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Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United States, Argentina, Brazil, Austria, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Italy, Greece, Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, & Italy. The 15th international exhibition for paper, board, tissue & packaging industry, was a testament to the resilience and innovation of the pulp and paper sector. Despite global challenges, the event showcased the industry's commitment to growth and sustainability. As visitors departed Cairo, Egypt, they carried with them new insights, partnerships, and a shared vision for the future of the industry, ensuring that the legacy of this remarkable event will continue to shape the world of paper and packaging in the years to come. The global pulp and paper market has been a cornerstone of industrial growth, with its market size valued at a staggering USD 351.53 billion in 2021. Projections suggested continued expansion, with estimates of USD 372.70 billion by 2029, reflecting a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.72 percent. However, the industry's journey has not been without its challenges. The global COVID-19 pandemic ushered in an era of unprecedented disruption, leading to lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions when compared to pre-pandemic levels. An indepth analysis revealed that in 2020, the global market experienced a decline of 0.1 percent as compared to 2019.

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Henan Jingxin Fabric Technology Co., Ltd. , founded in 2011, is one professional manufacturer and technical servicer of paper machine clothing and chemical products for pulp and paper mills.

In its paper machine clothing production base, factory has 33000 square meters , annual production capacity can get 1000000 sqm. Jingxin fabricʼs forming fabric all used the German “Perlon” brand high quality impomonoﬁlament, and Dryer screen will used Portugal “Filkemp” brand mono-ﬁlament. In Jingxin, to produce high quality products, we introduced the most advanced 5 sets Sweden TEXO fully automatic rapier loom, 14.5 meters hot setting machine, 16 meters German Jürgens weaving machine, Austrian WIS full automatic seaming machine, etc.

The core products for paper machine clothing has Forming Fabric, Double WarpFlat Wire Dryer Fabric, Single Warp Flat Wire Dryer Fabric, Spiral Dryer Fabric, Plain Weave Dryer Fabric, Sludge Dewatering Fabric, etc.

In its paper making used chemical products production base , factory has 44000 square meters , annual production capacity can get 400000tons. The core Chemical products are: Surface Sizing Agent GS, Surface Sizing Agent WS, Wet Strength Agent, Dry Strength Agent, Defoamer, etc. Jingxin management has passed ISO 9001 quality management system, ISO 14001 environmental management system, ISO 18001 occupational safety management system certiﬁcation. Due to the reliable product quality, the products sell well all over the country, and have reached long-term cooperative relations with many listed paper companies in China and the pulp and paper mills from Russia, India, Vietnam, Pakistan, Iran, Indonesia......more than 15 countries.

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ANDRITZ Lamella Evaporators

ANDRITZ lamella evaporation plants have proven to be so successful among pulpproducing customers that major expansion in manufacturing has occurred three times over the last decade to keep up with the increased orders. The latest addition to lamella manufacturing will see a brand-new state-of-the-art facility starting up in China in the summer of 2022.

here are now some 450 references around the world for ANDRITZ lamella evaporation plants and the unique technology is extremely well received among kraft and mechanical pulp producers alike. To ensure quality standards are kept to absolute top quality, all manufacturing of lamellas is kept in-house at a specialist facility in Tiszakécske, Hungary, and a soonto-be operational facility in Foshan, China. The new facility now doubles the original capacity of ANDRITZ lamella manufacturing.

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Mr. Jarmo Kaila, Global Area Manager, Evaporation Plants, ANDRITZ

G•R•O•W•T•H S•T•O•R•Y “Originally, the lamellas were manufactured in Finland, but as we received more and more orders a new location was needed,” says Jarmo Kaila, Global Area Manager, Evaporation Plants, ANDRITZ. “Tiszakécske in Hungary was finally chosen, and it has proven to be the perfect location from which to serve our customers worldwide. The facility began manufacturing lamellas in 2009.

out their whole lifecycle. “Our lamella evaporators offer unique advantages that are ideally suited for the modern pulp mills,” explains Kaila. “Our process solution is robust, achieving reliable and uninterrupted black liquor processing required by modern, single-line mills. Lamella evaporators also ensure that evaporated water that is returned to the process as condensate is clean, making sure it can be re-used and that no effluent is produced.” “Low vapor velocity inherent to our design is one important aspect for achieving full condensate re-use. In and of itself, it reduces liquor carryover, reducing COD load of the produced condensate. It also makes the system more tolerant to black liquor that has a tendency to foam, again ensuring that liquor carryover to the condensate doesn't happen even during slight upset conditions.”

Ms. Sanna Semi, Vice President, Evaporation Plant, ANDRITZ “Order volume has continued to increase ever since the first lamella rolled off the line in Hungary in 2009, and since then we have increased capacity at the site twice as the orders continued to come in. The new facility in China will help us to keep up with demand as well as to better serve our customers across Asia.” And it's not just an increase in orders that ANDRITZ is experiencing; the size of lamella evaporation plants is also increasing. Sanna Semi, Vice President, Evaporation Plants, ANDRITZ, says, “There has been huge activity in the market recently, and plants have quickly risen in capacity in the last ten years from a maximum of 1,500 t/h to our biggest now at 3,500 t/h.”

The Secret To Success The secret to the success of the ANDRITZ lamella evaporation plants is down to the unique process benefits and easy and safe operation through-

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In the case of lamella evaporators, the liquid to be concentrated is on the outside of the heating surface, another major benefit for the high solids effects. “You simply put in some low solids liquid, ideally weak black liquor, and it washes away water soluble fouling with no need to shut down,” explains Kaila.

personnel involved in the manufacturing of lamellas have to acquire new skills. In Hungary, ANDRITZ operates a special school for welders since the skill set required for lamella fabrication is unique. “We have a unique way of manufacturing the lamellas,” says Kaila. “The process involves hydroforming of the lamella, using tools and machinery developed in-house. We only use the highest quality stainless steel, followed by a carefully designed fabrication process. During the hydroforming process we also prooftest each lamella in pressures that far exceed what is required in final use or for pressure vessel testing.” There are thousands of welds needed on each lamella, with a large evaporation plant with all effects adding up to millions of individual welds. Each weld must be perfect. To facilitate this, ANDRITZ uses the very latest in laser welding technology. “This is where excellent quality control and quality assurance are an absolute essential,” says Kaila. “We have automated manufacturing as much as possible, but the human need here is vital. In fact, the skilled operators are still the very best quality control instrument in this process.”

Semi adds, “The unique benefits of the lamella evaporators in very difficult service have also proven popular outside our traditional black liquor evaporator service. For example, our customers in mechanical pulping and other industries use it for effluent evaporation; even difficult effluents can be recycled back to process so raw water use is reduced and emissions eliminated.”

Technically Demanding Manufacturing Requiring Highly-Skilled Personnel The detailed manufacturing methods that go into the making of ANDRITZ lamella heat transfer surfaces are a closely guarded secret and a result of decades of development work. The

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Mr. Robert Csoke, Operation Director, ANDRITZ “Our personnel are skilled and highly experienced,” says Róbert Csoke, Operations Director, ANDRITZ. “They can often be seen running their

G•R•O•W•T•H S•T•O•R•Y hands over the surface of the lamellas to look for imperfections, as well as being able to identify the quality of weld by the sight and sound of welding.”

which will make it a truly state-ofthe-art lamella manufacturing plant,” says Kaila. “When it comes to quality and performance, we are leveraging our know-how and what we do in Hungary.”

The New Foshan Facility Due to the demand for more and more lamellas for ANDRITZ evaporation plants, investment into significantly higher manufacturing capacity was decided. The new location in Foshan, China was decided on due to its proximity to a wider Eastern customer base. The project is part of a new ANDRITZ (Foshan) Intelligent Manufacturing Co., Ltd, utilizing all the proven machinery, know-how, and decades of experience in the manufacturing of lamellas and supplementing it with the latest advances in manufacturing automation. The facility will be a close replica of the site in Hungary when it comes to quality manufacturing and accumulated expertise in the making of lamellas. “In Foshan, we have built a brand new facility leveraging the latest technology and automation,

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are particularly showing an increase in demand for our products, with China already being the world's largest producer of paper products and consumer pulp. It is logical that ANDRITZ expands lamella production here.”

Thomas Schmitz, President, ANDRITZ China

“The decision to invest into further lamella manufacturing capacity in Foshan was made after the first internal discussions were held in January 2021. The implementation of our new workshop had high priority. We are proud that within one year after the final green light for the new workshop investment was granted; we are now already in the test production phase of our first lamellas. This speed and progress is based on the very good cooperation between all involved parties.”

President of ANDRITZ China, Thomas Schmitz, states, “The global demand for ANDRITZ lamellas and evaporation plants is increasing and we are very proud to be expanding here in Foshan, China. In fact, the Eastern Asian and Chinese markets

“With our tried and tested experience in Hungary, and our brand new facility in China, we are now well placed and ideally located to serve our worldwide customer base for ANDRITZ lamella evaporators,” concludes Kaila.

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Sustainable, Cost-Effective and High-Quality Tissue with

HYBRID TECHNOLOGY How can you use the optimal combination of energy and fiber to reduce the environmental impact of tissue production? In this article, we discuss what hybrid technology can offer in sustainability, costeffectiveness and quality to achieve an optimal product.

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ne of the challenges when you want to start up a new tissue production line is selecting the appropriate technology for your requirements. To make the right decision, you need to understand the specific quality demands for your market and then decide on the product strategy. However, in today's competitive market, there are additional influential factors such as the importance of caring for the environment by reducing emissions, the increasing demand for raw materials, and the recent rise in energy prices. How can a tissue producer consider all this and still be profitable? Valmet's hybrid technology* allows you to optimally meet a combination of targets.

With hybrid technology, you can reduce the amount of fiber for the same volume because increasing your roll bulk equates to fiber savings. Increased roll bulk is achieved by creating higher sheet caliper for the same or lower basis weight, therefore roll bulk is inversely related to roll density; as roll bulk increases, the density of fibers decreases. The product strategy optimizes product specifications and operating costs. You can reduce the length, lower the basis weight and work with product quality. And the beauty of it is that you don't have to choose one or the other: the options can be combined.

* Valmet hybrid technologies consists of the Valmet Advantage™ NTT®, Advantage™ QRT® and Advantage™ eTAD™ technology. All numbers listed on this article are related to an average for all 3 machine technologies.

However, before a decision is made, we have to consider that each region has a different product strategy. A quick overview of toilet tissue in

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North America: TAD/structured products have been developed mainly in North America, where the basis weight has been increasing over

time, typically above 22 gsm, with only two plies. This combines softness with more fiber per ply and fewer plies than in conventional products worldwide for an increased roll bulk. It also generates better machine efficiency during production.

South America: In Brazil, the required length on the market is either 20 or 30 meters. With a bulkier product produced with a hybrid machine, for example, there is an opportunity to produce a twoply instead of a three-ply product and still achieve a length of 20 meters and make huge fiber savings. It is also possible to migrate your conventional economy two-ply product to a premium product – still two-ply and the same length, but softer and with less fiber.

Europe: In Europe, private labels are strong and dictate the market. 15-20 gsm and ply are important. But is the number of plies good for production efficiency and sustainability? Probably not!

Asia: Dominant in the facial market, surface softness is more important than bulk in Asia. 15 gsm or lower is the standard basis weight, utilizing more plies to increase product quality. The trend is to move to structured products of higher quality with a decreased ply strategy instead.

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Source: Valmet global product data base for commercial paper samples and converted pilot trials last 7 years, measured all in Karlstad pilot machine laboratory

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Sustainable production efficiency can be achieved with fewer plies/reduced total basis weight. For example, with a hybrid machine, it's possible to

T•I•S•S•U•E produce a bulky product with fewer plies yet at an equal or higher level of softness. As always, the trade-off is between bulk, softness and tensile strength. Comparing the average conventional and hybrid numbers, you can reduce the basis weight for a hybrid bath tissue product at higher caliper and comparable tensile levels. Hybrids have better fiber efficiency, resulting in higher roll bulk with a better quality output. The end product will have almost 30 percent more roll bulk than a conventional embossed product, which means an average of around 22 percent less fibers with up to 10 percent better softness quality. Moving on to towels, a global look reveals that a hybrid towel – even taking into account the smaller property gap for a heavier embossed kitchen towel product – will have less fibers with more caliper, generating an average of 44 percent more water absorption than in a similar conventional product. The roll geometries are comparable, but with 12 percent less fiber at higher quality. With hybrids, you can migrate your light dry creped product from the value segment to the premium or ultra-premium levels. Reducing fiber consumption with more roll bulk provides the end product with a lighter basis weight and fewer sheet counts (reduced roll length), but still at a higher quality. What about the environmental footprint of production on hybrid machines? In our studies, we have compared the fiber, water and carbon footprints with an average conventional reference bath tissue product of 115 grams. In the roll case, we can decrease fiber use by 22 percent, resulting in a reduction of carbon emissions at equal water use compared to the DCT case.

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Achieving the Ideal Combination If you want to move closer to the premium quality level, transferring a conventional machine to a hybrid concept results in a softer and more water-absorbent product. More than this, you will have lower variable operating costs for a roll or case. And with less fiber and less energy, you'll have a more sustainable product.

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The beauty is that you don't have to choose one or the other – the options can be combined.

Length: With hybrid technology, reduced length is easily achieved for the same volume, which can create the perception of a premium bulk product among consumers.

Diameter: The consumers feel they are getting more value for the product, even if the amount of fiber is the same. TAD products in the US usually have a larger diameter. With hybrid technology, you can match that size.

Basis weight: The weight of fibers per area is the easiest way for the producer and consumer to refer to fiber saving. With a lower basis weight in the product but still the same volume, the consumer will experience better conformability in a bulkier product.

Quality: Higher quality enables a higher end product price. In the US, for example, the price of TAD quality is more than twice that of conventional products. Producers can achieve more profit with less fiber use per case.

” There's a lot of information to digest when deciding which tissue machine to invest in. We asked Jenny LahtiSamuelsson, Vice President, Tissue Mills Sales, Valmet, to briefly comment on the words we so often use in connection with tissue production. With hybrid in mind, this is her summary:

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Krafton Papers to Venture into Industry with 250 TPD Kraft Paper Mill in Tamil Nadu

rafton Papers India Private Limited's new paper mill is presently under construction. The new mill is slated to commence its commercial production by December 2023. The production capacity of the new mill shall be 250 TPD, and initially, the focus shall remain on the production of high BF (18-28) kraft paper, in a gsm range of 120-300. As shared by Mr. Bharat Rathi, Director at Krafton Papers India Private Limited, the goal of the new mill is to contribute a push towards the use of paper instead of plastic.

L to R: Mr. Abhay Bihani, Mr. Ramraj Rathi, Mr. Bharat Rathi, & Mr. Avdhesh Bihani, Directors, Krafton Papers Mill

Krafton Papers India Private Limited is starting a new journey in the paper industry. The company's greenfield mill project is under process in Shoolagiri, Tamil Nadu. The mill will begin commercial production of high BF kraft paper by December 2023, with an initial production capacity of 250 TPD. In an interaction with Paper Mart, Mr. Bharat Rathi, Director at Krafton Papers India Private Limited, shared various details about the key features of the new mill, the machinery suppliers, and the market targeted. He divulged future plans of expanding the production capacity and diversifying into other paper grades once proper utilization of current capacities has been achieved.

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The new mill's premises shall be located in Shoolagiri, Tamil Nadu, and will house state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities based on automation and quality control systems. The paper machine has been supplied by Saloni Paper Machines Private Limited, the pulp mill or pulping equipment has been supplied by Parason Machinery India Private Limited, and the boiler has been supplied by Ashwini Engineering Industries. The premises will also house a Co-Gen plant, for which the turbine has been supplied by MAN Energy Solutions India Private Limited. Krafton's focus is on quality and relevant equipment presence has been ensured at the mill premises. The mill will manufacture odor-free paper because of full-fledged ETP. Performance accessories, like brake generators for good rewinding, have also been employed. The overall cost to set up the new mill has been recorded among the initial triple digits of crores. Mr. Rathi stated that the entire process has been designed to be a 'green

V•E•N•T•U•R•E process', wherein sustainability shall remain among the core goals of the company. There are plans to diversify into manufacturing other grades of paper in the future. These along with increasing the production capacity. Krafton Papers' new mill is located in Shoolagiri, which is merely 60 kilometers from Bengaluru. Bengaluru and surrounding regions are projecting a high demand for various paper grades, including kraft

paper. Mr. Rathi believes the trend will be beneficial for the new mill to launch itself into a competitive market. He expressed focusing locally in the beginning stages of commercial production and eventually expanding their market horizons. He also expressed interest in the international market, for which closeness to Bengaluru will prove advantageous to the company. Bengaluru is among the best-connected Indian cities,

Vipul Organics Ventures into Paper Segment; Targets INR 50 Crore Turnover in Next 3 Years

nationally and internationally. Krafton Papers' new mill is a greenfield venture for Mr. Rathi in terms of premises as well as industry. He shared with Paper Mart that he has a background in the quartz and granite industry. The high demand and projected YoY CAGR for the paper industry provide assurances and confidence to new entrants like Krafton Papers.

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Vipul Organics Limited, a listed specialty chemicals company, has launched a new innovative paper-focused dispersions and dyes product line. The product launch marks its venture into the paper segment and is targeting a turnover of INR 50 crore in the next 3 years. Aug 21, 2023

ipul Organics Limited, a specialty chemicals company, has launched a paper-focused dispersions and dyes range to venture into the paper segment. The company expects a turnover of INR 50 crore in the next 3 years. The company will be setting up a state-of-the-art R&D lab for the paper category at its Ambernath plant. Its initial clientele includes Tamil Nadu Paper Limited (TNPL), and Andhra Paper Limited among others. Paper dyes are colored matter soluble in the medium of application used to change or add to the color of paper. The company has worked closely on its product innovation and over a period of 12-18 months has created product lines completely focused on the paper segment, before launching them into the market. The new product range can be divided into two categories – SunPulp®Dispersions, pigment dispersions developed exclusively for paper application; and SunDirect®Dyes, direct dyes for paper coating application. Vipul Organics Limited is a BSE-listed leading specialty chemicals company offering pigments and dyes to varied sectors and industries. It is amongst the foremost manufacturers of pigments, dyestuff, lake colors, and pigment intermediaries / fast salts in the country. It has 3 manufacturing facilities spread across Maharashtra and has a global footprint in over 50 countries. Vipul Organics ended the FY 2022-23 with a consolidated revenue of INR 134 Crore. Mr. Vipul P. Shah, Chairman and Managing Director of Vipul Organics Limited, stated, “With so much excitement in the

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category, it was obvious that we had to seriously look at the Paper business. We were gratified by the client's response and are already working with the leading players in the segment. This also forced us to go back to the drawing board to create a strong R&D lab that looks at customer requirements and creates solutions to their pain points. A state-of-the-art lab is being set up and will be fully functional shortly. We wish to be the largest supplier of colorants to the paper industry and this will significantly add to our bottom line. This year, we expect 58 percent of our revenues to come from the paper segment. In addition, we expect paper dispersions and dyes to contribute around INR 50 crore to our topline in the next 3-4 years.” According to reputed research papers, the global paper dyes market size was at USD 1.03 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow to USD 1.47 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 4.20 percent. The paper dyes market is going to be the fastest growing among dyes and pigments, with almost 43 percent market dominated by the Asia Pacific region. According to Invest India, one of the primary growth drivers for the paper dyes market is the increasing packaging market. The packaging paper and cardboard segment is expected to account for 35.7 percent of the total packaging industry, which is expected to reach USD 1.05 trillion in 2024. The market for paper dyes is expected to expand primarily due to the rising demand for cardboard from various sectors for packing reasons. In addition, the booming e-commerce sector and meal delivery services will support the expansion of this market. It is anticipated that in the near future, the rising demand for paper dye in writing, printing for periodicals, and newspapers will further contribute to boosting the market's sales forecasts.

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Orient Paper and Industries, ITC PSPD Sign Agreement with Chhattisgarh Forest Department Under 'Mukhya Mantri Vriksha Sampada Yojana', M/s. Orient Paper and Industries Limited and ITC Limited have signed an agreement with the Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, for the supply of Nilgiri saplings (Eucalyptus clones) and Buy Back Mechanism. Jul 31, 2023

/s. Orient Paper and Industries Limited, Amlai Madhya Pradesh and ITC Limited, PSPD Bhadrachalam Andhra Pradesh have signed an agreement with Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, for the supply of Nilgiri saplings (Eucalyptus clones) and Buy Back Mechanism under 'Mukhya Mantri Vriksha Sampada Yojana' at the office of Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (PCCF) Aranya Bhawan, Nava Raipur recently. The purpose is to enhance the additional income of farmers. Wood

based industries are being promoted under this scheme. Eucalyptus clones will be supplied to Bastar and Kanker forest circles by ITC Limited while Surguja and Bastar forest circles will get the clones from Orient paper mill. Chhattisgarh State Seed And Agriculture Development Corporation Limited will be responsible to supply Eucalyptus clones to Raipur and Drug forest circles. It has been targeted to plant 1,86,14,000 clonal nilgiri saplings in 22,000 acres of private land for FY 2023-24 under 'Vriksha Sampada Yojana.'

Stora Enso Contracts ANDRITZ to Optimize its 630,000 TPA Enocell Pulp Mill in Finland Stora Enso has contracted ANDRITZ Group to optimize its Enocell pulp mill in UImaharju, Finland, for better production capacity and reduced ecological footprint. The pulp mill has a production capacity of 630,000 TPA. Aug 8, 2023

tora Enso has contracted ANDRITZ Group to optimize the fiber line at its Enocell pulp mill in Uimaharju, Finland. The pulp mill is part of Stora Enso's Biomaterials division and produces 630,000 TPA of softwood and hardwood pulp. The modernization will be carried out gradually, with completion scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2024. The Enocell pulp mill site was founded in 1967 and includes a sawmill. Its optimization will help Stora Enso to meet the growing demand for non-bleached renewable packaging materials while at the same time reducing its ecological footprint. ANDRITZ will provide the customer with the required flexibility. In parallel, operational costs will be optimized through improved operational reliability and minimized chemical, freshwater, and energy consumption.

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This order shows the solid business relationship between ANDRITZ and Stora Enso and supports Stora Enso's growth strategy in the sustainable packaging sector.

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Bureau of Indian Standards Extends PE Compliance Deadline The Bureau of Indian Standards recently extended the quality control deadline, for the 4th time now, from 3rd April 2023 to 3rd October 2023. The BIS also moved the deadline for ethyl vinyl acetate copolymers to 3 October 2023. Bureau of Indian Standards The National Standards Body of India

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he Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) recently extended the quality control deadline from 3rd April 2023 to 3rd October 2023 declaration which gave polyethylene (PE) producers some much-needed relief as they had been rushing to fulfill the deadline. They now have until October 3, 2023, to secure the certification they need to export their goods to India, as per a BIS extension. The extension has reduced the strain on Asia-Pacific producers who had yet to have their facilities assessed for compliance with BIS requirements. Sellers can now rest easy because the threat of their cargo being confiscated at Indian ports has been avoided.

According to market participants, several Middle Eastern producers have reportedly passed facility inspections and secured BIS licenses in order to continue exporting to India. As the substandard cargoes won't be allowed to enter India any longer due to the probable enforcement of BIS standards, it is anticipated that exporters of these cargoes will switch their focus to other South Asian nations like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. The BIS additionally moved the deadline for ethyl vinyl acetate copolymers to 3rd October 2023. The BIS first introduced the planned adoption of new PE standards in April 2021. The deadline was later extended by six months and was originally scheduled to begin in October of the same year. Two additional extensions were subsequently issued by the BIS in April and October 2022, making the most recent one for October 2023 the fourth, since the original deadline in October 2021.

MM Group Postpones EUR 660 Million Poland Paper Mill Project to 2024 MM Group has postponed the commissioning of its largest board and paper mill in Poland to 2024 due to European market conditions. The group had announced an investment of EUR 660 million for 2023-26, with disbursements until 2027. Aug 15, 2023

M Group announced in April the approval of a comprehensive investment project to increase the long-term competitiveness of its largest board and paper mill MM Kwidzyn, Poland. The commissioning of the project has been postponed to 2024 due to prevalent market conditions. Significant energy and CO2 cost reductions, increased pulp integration, and the entry into the market for sack kraft paper are to set the mill up for sustainable future success. An investment of around EUR 660 million was planned for the project for the years 2023 - 2026, with disbursements until 2027. Mr. Peter Oswald, CEO of MM Group, commented, “The development of the MM Group in the 1st half-year reflects the continuing weak demand in the cartonboard and paper sector after the record year 2022. As already communicated in midJune, the significant decline in results is mainly attributable to the weak volume development in the division MM Board & Paper. In contrast, the division MM Packaging was able to record an overall positive performance with the successful integration of last year's acquisitions in the resilient pharma-

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ceutical packaging sector and factoring in one-off restructuring costs.” He further stated, “The historically unusual decline in volumes on the European cartonboard market was higher than expected, mainly as a result of the restraint in consumer spending due to inflation as well as reduction of high inventories at customers.”

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Indian Paper Industry Reduces 80% Water Consumption, Invests INR 25,000 Crore in Sustainable Processes The Indian paper industry has successfully reduced water consumption by 80%, as well as made investments of INR 25,000 crore for sustainable production processes. As per IPMA, the paper industry has also reduced power consumption and integrated plants are producing 40% of electricity by utilizing the biomass from the pulping process. Jul 25, 2023

he Indian paper industry has reportedly reduced its water utilization by 80%, and is now aiming to further lower this number as the industry has made investments of INR 25,000 crore in sustainable production processes in the last few years. As per a statement by IPMA, several industry players have already taken environment-friendly measures to reduce their carbon and water footprint. The players have deployed modern technology solutions and captive power generation to achieve water and energy efficiency. Mr. Pawan Agarwal, President of IPMA, stated, “Integrated paper mills have reduced water usage to 40 cubic meters to produce a tonne of paper from the earlier 200 cubic meters. There is a concerted effort to bring it down further. Indian Paper Industry has invested to the

tune of INR 25,000 crore in sustainable production processes and capacities in the last few years.” Mr. Agarwal further informed that the paper industry has also reduced power consumption and integrated plants are producing 40% of electricity by utilizing the biomass from the pulping process. Mr. Agarwal claimed that the paper industry has been one of the top-performing sectors under the government's PAT scheme under the National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency. On sourcing of key raw material, wood, Agarwal said the paper industry has turned 'wood positive' as more trees have been grown than harvested for pulp making. “The industry has worked incessantly with over 5 lakh marginal farmers over the last several years and has successfully brought 12 lakh hectares of largely degraded land under plantations,”the IPMA said.

CenturyPly Contracts ANDRITZ to Supply Pressurized Refining System for Andhra Pradesh MDF Plant CenturyPly has contracted ANDRITZ to supply a pressurized refining system for its Andhra Pradesh-based MDF line. The system will process eucalyptus and poplar wood chips to produce high-quality MDF at 37 tonnes per hour. Aug 2, 2023

enturyPly has contracted ANDRITZ for a pressurized refining system for its medium-density fiberboard (MDF) line in Andhra Pradesh, India. The new state-of-the-art fiber preparation system will have a design capacity of 37 tonnes per hour and process eucalyptus and poplar wood chips for producing high-quality MDF. Its start-up is scheduled for the second half of 2023. This is immediately after successfully producing the first fibers with its recently installed ANDRITZ pressurized refining system at its MDF production plant in Punjab, India. The new system will be the third system supplied by ANDRITZ to CenturyPly. Mr. Himanshu Shah, President of MDF Business at CenturyPly, says, “We have been working with ANDRITZ Panelboard since 2016 and have always been impressed by the superior fiber quality we receive from ANDRITZ's well-proven technology.

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Our two existing lines are operating smoothly, and we appreciate the high energy efficiency throughout the entire process. We trust in ANDRITZ as a reliable partner and look forward to our third collaboration.” CenturyPly, part of Century Plyboards (India) Limited, is one of the leading wood-based panel producers in India.

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European Paper Industry Associations CEPI Cartonboard and Pro Carton to Merge Members of CEPI CartonBoard and Pro Carton have revealed that they will merge into a robust association under the name Pro Carton. The merger is expected to take place in mid-2024. Aug 1, 2023

EPI Cartonboard and Pro Carton members have announced that they will merge into one strong association under the name Pro Carton, fo l l ow i n g a 1 2 - m o nt h p e r i o d o f consultation. The final merger is expected to take place in mid-2024 after all legal procedures are successfully met. The announcement was made at the association's Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 16 June 2023. The merger will create a more effective and efficient group that has a stronger voice throughout the carton industry. This will include several new working streams, each devoted to driving synergies and improving the associations' representation and support it offers member organizations. In addition to announcing the merger, Pro Carton announced its new board

members, who will take their positions immediately- Andreas Birmoser (Stora Enso), Andreas Bo (Holmen Iggesund), Nick Dowling ( Westrock), Nick Fox (Metsa Board), Thomas Kratochwill (MM Board & Paper), Kemal Ozkirim (Kartonsan), Jean- Francois Roche (Graphic Packaging International). The two associations – before the final merger – will be strategically guided by the same team of board members. Michele Bianchi – CEO of RDM Group, the leading producer in the recycled carton board business and the largest producer in Italy, France, The Netherlands, and the Iberian Peninsula – will continue in the position of President for Pro Carton. Neil Fox of the Metsä Board will become Vice-President. Horst Bittermann will continue to lead the transformation and merger of the two associations in the role of General Director. Winfried Mühling keeps responsibility as Marketing and Communications Director.

WestRock Company to Close 510,000 TPA Capacity WashingtonBased Paper Mill WestRock Company, USA, has announced the closure of its Tacoma paper mill. The mill will conclude production by September 30, 2023. The closure will result in a production capacity reduction of 60,000 TPA pulp and 25,000 TPA specialty grade. will conclude production by September 30, 2023. Post-mill closure, nearly 60,000 TPA of pulp and 25,000 TPA of specialty grade capacity will be reduced.

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estRock Company, USA, has announced the permanent closure of operations at its Tacoma, Washington, paper mill. The company

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Presently, Tacoma mill produces kraft and white top liner, and bleached pulp for a combined capacity of 510,000 TPA, and employs 400 people. The majority of kraft and white top liners will be transitioned to other mills in the WestRock system to serve the company's customers in North America and international markets. WestRock is looking to improve its Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) and maximize the performance of its assets. The combination of high operating costs and the need for significant www.papermart.in

capital investment were the determining factors in the decision to cease operations. Mr. David B. Sewell, Chief Executive Officer at WestRock, commented, “WestRock is working to optimize our operational footprint and consolidate production in order to improve our return on invested capital, and we have made the difficult decision to close the Tacoma mill as part of this effort.” He further stated, “One of the most critical factors we consider when making the difficult decision to close a facility is the impact it will have on the lives of our team members, and we are committed to assisting our Tacoma team with exploring roles at other WestRock locations and nearby companies as well as providing outplacement assistance.”

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Brazil Exports Pulp Worth USD 4.1 Billion in First Half of 2023 In the first half of 2023, Brazilian pulp exports surged by 8.2 percent totaling USD 4.1 billion driven by China and North America. Pulp production reached 12 million tons, paper manufacturing 5.3 million tons, with 25.4 percent higher exports to China worth USD 1.8 billion. Aug 22, 2023

ulp exports from Brazil increased by 8.2 percent, totaling USD 4.1 billion for the first half of 2023, with sales mostly driven to China and North America (the United States and Canada), as reported by the Brazilian Tree Industry (Ibá). In the first half of 2023, Brazilian pulp production reached 12 million tons, paper manufacturing reached 5.3 million tons in the period, the production of paper for packaging was 2.9 million tons, and for sanitary purposes 701 thousand tons (an increase of 4.6 percent). There was a 25.4 percent increase in the balance resulting from pulp exports to China positioning the country as the main destination for the exports amounting to USD 1.8 billion during the first half of 2023. Ibá also reported that the value of paper exports to North America increased by 20.8 percent, reaching USD 130.8 million between January and June. With regard to paper, Latin America continues to be Brazil's main buyer and totaled USD 824 million in sales for the product. In the initial half of 2023, paper sales in Brazil were 2.6 million tons with wood panels totaling 3.4 million m3. A growth of 1.5 percent was seen in pulp exports between January and June totaling 9.1 million tons. 1.1 million tons of paper was traded with other countries in the first half of 2023 with the export of wooden 3 panels reaching 499,000 m .

Mr. José Carlos da Fonseca Jr., Executive Director of Ibá said "The cultivated tree sector has established itself as a prime supplier to the largest economies on the planet. This privileged position is directly associated with the offer of bioproducts by the sector that are renewable, recyclable, and biodegradable, such as cellulose, paper, wood panels, biomass, and those related to new uses, as is the case of textile fibers manufactured from soluble cellulose."

Grupo Corporativo Papelera to Establish USD 400 Million Tissue Manufacturing, Conversion Facility in Texas Grupo Corporativo Papelera is purchasing 32 acres in New Caney, Texas, to set up a new tissue manufacturing and conversion facility. The company's decision to expand U.S. operations was due to strong demand for tissue products, especially toilet paper. The construction is expected to begin within 18 months of the sale closing. Jul 19, 2023

rupo Corporativo Papelera (GCP) is set t o p u r c h a s e a p p r o x imately 32 acres in the East Montgomery Industrial Park in New Caney, Texas. The facility, estimated at USD 400 million, will be serving as the site for the company's new tissue manufacturing and conversion facility. The company's decision to expand its operations in the U.S. was brought

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about by the factor of strong demand for tissue products, especially toilet paper. The construction is expected to begin within 18 months of the sale closing. It is contingent upon an agreement with the East Montgomery County Improvement District, which remains to be signed. The agreement states that the project must be completed within five years and generate 200 permanent job opportunities in exchange for incentives including funds for infrastructure improvements and discounted real estate costs.

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Gulf Paper Manufacturing to Get PM2 Forming Section Rebuild from Toscotec Gulf Paper Manufacturing is set to get a forming section rebuild of their PM2 machine at Mina Abdullah paper mill in Kuwait from Toscotec, scheduled at the end of 2023. Aug 30, 2023

ulf Paper Manufacturing will get a forming section rebuild of the PM2 machine at their Mina Abdullah paper mill in Kuwait from Toscotec. PM2 machine produces tissue from 100 percent virgin fibers, and it is scheduled for rebuilding at the end of 2023. This is a repeat order for Toscotec who in 2019 successfully delivered a major dryer section rebuild of Gulf Paper's packaging paper machine (PM1). The project aims to improve PM2's paper formation and basis weight cross direction (CD) control through an approach flow system upgrade and the installation of a state-of-the-art TT Headbox. The new headbox will be designed to match the high-quality requirements for facial tissue in the Middle Eastern market. Mr. Ghaleb Alhadhrami, Gulf Paper Manufacturing Projects & Development Manager, says, “With Toscotec's rebuild of our packaging paper machine in 2019, we achieved a substantial production increase, reduced sheet breaks by over 80 percent, and improved paper quality, especially in the moisture profile and hand feel. We are confident that Toscotec will deliver on this new upgrade of our tissue machine as successfully as they did two years ago. This new headbox and approach flow system are also fit for a future rebuild into crescent former configuration.”

Mr. Fabio Bargiacchi, Sales Manager at Toscotec, says, “A rebuild is always a challenge, as it requires strong engineering skills, experience, and flexibility. We are delighted that our tailor made solution was selected for this project. Our technology will support Gulf Paper to improve product quality and strengthen their tissue business. Toscotec consolidates its position in the Middle East, which includes 4 projects for supersoft facial tissue production awarded over the last two years.”

UPM Announces Permanent Closing of Plattling Mill in Germany UPM Communication Papers will permanently be closing down its Plattling mill, based in Germany. This planned closure will result in a permanent reduction of 380,000 tonnes of uncoated publication paper and 215,000 tonnes of coated publication paper. The plans will strengthen the overall cost competitiveness of UPM Communication Papers. Jul 25, 2023

PM Communication Papers has announced plans to permanently close its Plattling mill in Germany, reducing the uncoated and coated publication paper capacity by 595,000 tonnes in Europe. The planned closure of UPM Plattling's two paper machines would lead to a permanent reduction of 380,000 tonnes of uncoated publication paper and 215,000 tonnes of coated publication paper. Both paper machines are planned to stop graphic paper production by the end of 2023. The plans announced today would strengthen the overall cost competitiveness of UPM Communication Papers and are a prerequisite for consistent paper operations in the

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immediately in line with local legislation. “Mature graphic paper markets require continuous and relentless efforts to ensure cost competitive operations that also meet the future customer demand. UPM is committed to leading our business in a responsible manner. We respect the interests of both our workforce and our customers and consider them a central part of our plans. We recognize that today's announcement is very difficult news for our employees in Plattling. Together with the employee representatives, we will seek responsible solutions for our personnel and enter directly into a fair dialogue,” says Mr. Massimo Reynaudo, Executive Vice President, UPM Communication Papers.

CPPRI Organizes Training Program Aimed at Indian Practices for Waste Paper Collection and Handling of Indigenous Recovered Paper Central Paper and Pulp Research Institute organized a one-day training program themed “Aspects of Current Technological Practices Adopted for Collection, Separation, and Supply of Indigenous Recovered Paper and Improving the Current Scenario of Waste Paper (Recovered Paper) Collection” at the Indian Institute of Packaging, New Delhi. Aug 28, 2023

entral Paper and Pulp Research Institute, Saharanpur, organized a 1-day training program on 28 August 2023 at the campus of the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP), Patparganj, New Delhi. The program themed “Aspects of Current Technological Practices Adopted for Collection, Separation, and Supply of Indigenous Recovered Paper and Improving the Current Scenario of Waste Paper (Recovered Paper) Collection” was organized under the Human Resource Development project sponsored by the Department of Industrial Growth and Promotion under the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Government of India. The chief guest of the program was Mr. Sanjeev Singh, Joint Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. The participants of the program were representatives of various paper mill committees, representatives of the Recycle Traders Association, representatives of the Resident Welfare Association (RWA), scientists, and students. The program started with a welcome address by Dr. Ashwani Dixit, Scientist F. Dr. M.K. Gupta, Director, CPPRI, in his address, informed the participants about the ongoing project for paper recovery. The chief guest Mr. Sanjeev in his speech appreciated the efforts of CPPRI and other agencies for the recovery of the paper and called upon all the people to work together for this purpose Prof. (Dr.) Tanveer Alam, Additional Director, Center Head, IIP, Delhi. Mr. J. P. Narayan, Director of Fibertech Limited, and Mr. Naresh Kumar Singhal, President of the Indian Recycled Paper Traders Association (IRPTA), also addressed the participants and conveyed their views.

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The welcome program was concluded by Mr. Alok Goyal, Scientist E2 with a vote of thanks. In the second phase of the program, a group discussion was organized on the topic of paper recovery. This session was moderated by Dr. Gupta, Director of CPPRI. In this session, various industry experts presented their views and facts, namely Mr. Rohit Pandit, General Secretary of the Indian Paper Manufacture Association (IPMA); Mr. R. Vijay Kumar, General Secretary, Indian Newsprint Manufacturers Association (INMA); Dr. B. P. Thapliyal, Secretary General, Indian Agro & Recycled Paper Mills Association (IARPMA); Shri Nitin Goyal, Secretary General, IRPTA; Shri Aditya Gupta, Director, Narsingh Das & Co. Private Limited. The discussion was very insightful which will prove to be very helpful for the future activities of the project. In the last phase of the program discussion on various topics of paper retrieval was carried out by Dr. Sanjay Tyagi, Scientist E-II, Alok Kumar Goyal, Scientist E-II, Satya Dev Negi, Scientist E-I, and Mohd. Salem, Scientist B, CPPRI. The program was coordinated by Kumar Anupam, Scientist B. The program concluded with the distribution of training certificates to the participants.

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Arctic Paper Invests USD 26.5 Million for Biofuel Upgrade in Grycksbo Mill Arctic Paper invests USD 26.5 million in Grycksbo mill's biofuel upgrade, saving USD 4.5 million per year, producing 50 kilotons of pellets (USD 9 million value), using sawdust and wood chips as main biofuels. Upgradation is expected to be completed by mid-2025 which will be financed by loans/equity. Aug 9, 2023

rctic Paper has decided to invest USD 26.5 million in the expansion and upgrade of the biofuel installation at the mill in Grycksbo. The investment provides annual energy cost savings of USD 4.5 million. In addition to electricity and steam, the installation will annually produce 50 kilotons of wood pellets at an estimated value of approximately USD 9 million to be sold on the market. The main biofuels used will be sawdust and wood chips, but the modernized boiler is flexible and other biofuels can be used. The investment will be financed by bank loans and equity and is expected to be completed during the first half of 2025. “Thanks to the biofuel boiler, Arctic Paper Grycksbo has a low climate footprint and a competitive energy mix. Now we are taking the next step as part of our long-term strategic plan to diversify into green energy. The investment will save USD 4.5 million per year in energy costs for the mill while it adds an additional revenue stream as the sale of wood pellets – a circular business: the pellets are made of residuals from sawmills – is expected to generate revenues of approximately

USD 9 million per year.The investment will secure long term competitiveness of Arctic Paper Grycksbo as a premium supplier of high-quality coated paper” says Mr. Michal Jarczyński, CEO of Arctic Paper S.A.

Paper Excellence Announces Closure of Catalyst Paper Tiskwat Mill Paper Excellence has announced the permanent closure of its British Columbia paper mill, Catalyst Paper Tiskwat, in Canada. Aug 17, 2023

aper Excellence has announced the permanent closure of Catalyst Paper Tiskwat, its paper mill in Powell River, British Columbia, Canada. Paper Excellence will continue to supply pulp and paper customers with production from its other operating mills in British Columbia and Saskatchewan. Mr. Stew Gibson, Chief Operating Officer, shared, “It was a difficult decision to curtail Tiskwat indefinitely in December 2021. Following a comprehensive review of options, it has been determined that a restart of a pulp or paper business is not feasible. We now look forward to the redevelopment of the site.” He further commented, “We are in conversation with potential buyers for the site. However, it is too early in the process to make public statements.” Mr. Graham Kissack, Vice-President, Environment, Health and Safety, and Corporate Communications, stated, “The mill is

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secured and has been de-risked in terms of removing all major chemicals, fiber, and fuels from the site. Longer term environmental assessments are underway.” In the 18 months since the indefinite closure, the majority of employees took voluntary severance, and a small number chose to transfer to another Paper Excellence mill.

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Ahlstrom to Divest Stenay Plant in France to Accursia Capital Ahlstrom is set to divest its France based Stenay Plant to Accrusia Capital by the end of September. The main objective of Accrusia Capital is to develop the Stenay plant to guarantee its long-term future and secure the jobs of its employees. Aug 25, 2023

hlstrom has made a deal to divest its Stenay plant in France to Accursia Capital, following the announcement of Accursia Capital's binding offer in July. The transaction is expected to be completed by the end of September. Accursia Capital aims to develop the Stenay plant in order to guarantee its long-term future and, consequently, secure the jobs of its employees. "This acquisition is part of a long-term investment strategy

aimed at making Stenay a leading player in the highly competitive paper-based packaging market. We therefore look forward to developing the business of the Stenay site in collaboration with the employees," says Mr. Martin Scheiblegger, Managing Director of Accursia Capital. "We are delighted to announce this positive outcome for the future of our Stenay plant, its employees, and the community of Stenay. This would not have been possible without the role of our team on-site and the collaboration of all stakeholders. A new chapter in the plant's history starts now with Accursia Capital,” says Mr. Mark Ushpol, EVP, Food and Consumer Packaging division.

ETAP Starts Up PM2 at Borg Elarab Mill Following Press Section Rebuild by Toscotec ETAP has started PM2 at its Borg Elarab mill, after Toscotec successfully rebuilt a press section. Toscotec successfully replaced an existing plain press in the first part of PM2's press section with a new bi-nip concept press, which achieved a twofold target of increasing post-press dryness and efficiency of press section. Jul 20, 2023

gypt-based ETAP started up its PM2 at its Borg Elarab mill, following a press section rebuild successfully carried out by Toscotec. PM2 produces testliner, kraftliner, top kraftliner and white top in the range from 125 to 240 gsm. In 2018, the machine had already been modified by Toscotec who entirely rebuilt its Fourdrinier wire section in stainless steel. Toscotec successfully replaced an existing plain press in the first part of PM2's press section with a new bi-nip concept press, which achieved a two-fold target. First, the increase of post-press dryness; and second, an efficiency increase of the entire press section through a substantial reduction of paper breaks. Mr. Mohamed Ashour, Managing Director at ETAP, says: “On our second major rebuild with Toscotec, we are once again very satisfied with their ability to effectively manage the project from inception to completion. ETAP has increased its production capacity taking advantage of Toscotec's advanced technology.” Mr. Enrico Fazio, Sales Director Paper & Board Division, Toscotec commented, “ETAP is an important customer for Toscotec in Egypt and in the Middle Eastern market. We had a very positive cooperation four years ago, and we are very satisfied to carry on our collaboration with this project and to continue supporting them with Toscotec's expert services in the future.”

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Left to Right: Marco Del Chiaro, Project Manager Toscotec; Vedran Simic, Mechanical Supervisor Toscotec; Mohamed Ashour, Managing Director ETAP; Sameh Habib, CEO Chemitex Egypt for Trading & Agencies; Luca Nesi, Design Engineer Toscotec; Flavio Biondi, Automation Supervisor.

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Voith Launches “FOREST” Research Project with Partners to Develop Digital Framework in Paper Production Voith, together with its partners from industry and research, recently launched FOREST, a new research project aimed at developing a comprehensive digital map for papermaking processes. The project team is now working to define the requirements and interfaces for the framework and derive a requirements catalog. Jul 20, 2023

oith has launched a new research project called FOREST together with partners from industry and research. FOREST stands for “Framework for Resource, Energy, Sustainability Treatment” in paper production.The project aims to develop a fully comprehensive digital map for papermaking processes that can capture energy and material flows, as well as CO2 flows and footprints, down to the subprocess and sub-product level. The digital framework identifies multiple optimization opportunities that promote a targeted acceleration of the paper industry's transformation toward climate neutrality. The project involves cooperation between Voith and Modellfabrik Papier gGmbH, the Institute of Textile Technology at RWTH Aachen University (ITA), the NOWUM-Energy Institute at FH-Aachen University of Applied Sciences, the Chair of Wood Technology and Fiber

Materials Technology at TU Dresden, the Paper Technology Foundation (PTS), ABB AG and associated partners such as Felix Schoeller GmbH & Co. KG, Sappi Ehingen GmbH, Schoellershammer GmbH and WEPA Group. By visualizing the actual state of the production facilities, all stakeholders gain a deeper understanding of the processes. In particular, the innovative solution makes it possible to identify plant areas with high optimization potential during ongoing operation using current data. After the first kick-off meeting, the project team is now working to define the requirements and interfaces for the framework and derive a requirements catalog. In addition to a physical basic model, this framework also includes specific, more detailed modeling of individual sub-processes, which are also being developed by Voith as part of the project. In the next step, Voith will test the digital framework together with the other research partners on various pilot installations.

Heinzel Group Appoints ANDRITZ for Paper Machine Conversion at Steyrermühl Mill Heinzel Group has appointed ANDRITZ for the conversion of the idled paper machine PM3 at Steyrermühl mill, to produce kraft papers for sustainable flexible packaging. Once rebuilt, the paper machine (then PM6) will produce up to 150,000 tons of brown and white low-basis weight kraft paper per year. Jul 11, 2023

einzel Group, the company taking over the Steyrermühl mill from UPM by January 1, 2024, has appointed ANDRITZ for the conversion of the idled paper machine PM3 at Steyrermühl mill in Austria to produce kraft papers for sustainable flexible packaging. The machine previously produced graphic paper for UPM. Once rebuilt, the paper machine (then PM6) will produce up to 150,000 tons of brown and white low-basis weight kraft paper per year to be sold under the Heinzel Group's wellestablished StarKraft brand. The paper will be used for shopper bags, pouches, and other flexible packaging products. Start-up of the rebuilt machine is scheduled for the beginning of 2024.

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ANDRITZ's scope of supply includes in addition upgrades of the stock preparation, approach flow, and broken handling systems as well as extensive upgrades of the automation systems (DCS, QCS, MMD), detail engineering packages, and mechanical erection. In addition, the existing steam and condensate system will be redesigned and upgraded, which will contribute to saving energy. The PM6 will have a design speed of 1,500 m/min and a paper width at the reel of 6,300 mm. Mr. Werner Hartmann, COO of Heinzel Pöls, says: “With this investment, StarKraft will become one of the world's leading brands for bleached and unbleached kraft paper. ANDRITZ PrimeLine technology is already successfully operating at our Pöls and Laakirchen mills. The current rebuild by ANDRITZ will help us expand our product portfolio for sustainable packaging.”

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Infinya Containerboard Orders Complete OCC Line & Reject Treatment System from ANDRITZ Infinya Containerboard Limited ordered a complete OCC line from ANDRITZ, with a capacity of 1,080 BDMT per day, along with a reject treatment system for its recycled paper mill located in Hadera, Israel. ANDRITZ will deliver the complete stock preparation line with a FibreFlow drum pulping system. Jul 20, 2023

nfinya Containerboard Limited has placed an order for a complete OCC line from ANDRITZ, including a reject treatment system for its recycled paper mill located in Hadera, Israel. The OCC line will have a capacity of 1,080 BDMT per day and will use mixed OCC as raw material to produce high-quality fluting and testliner for the Israeli market. The key equipment delivered by ANDRITZ includes the complete stock preparation line with a FibreFlow drum pulping system for gentle slushing and efficient removal of contaminants at minimum fiber loss. ANDRITZ will install several of its proven Prime stock preparation products, such as PrimeScreen screens for highly efficient screening and fractionation at significantly lower energy consumption. PrimeFilter D discfilter with advanced feed system will enable superior throughput and operation at reduced energy costs. The new reject treatment system will be equipped with a robust ADuro C shredder for highly efficient coarse shredding and ReCo reject compactors for dewatering the rejects to

highest possible dry contents. The new OCC line will be equipped with an ANDRITZ distributed control system (DCS) and motor control center (MCC), ensuring optimal plant performance. ANDRITZ will also provide field instruments, the basic and detailed engineering, supervision of installation, commissioning and start-up service as well as the operator training. Start-up is planned for the third quarter of 2024.

Gascogne Papier Orders High-Capacity Winder from Valmet for Mimizan Site Gascogne Papier has ordered a new high-capacity winder from Valmet for the paper machine PM7 at their Mimizan site in France. The delivery will include a high-capacity OptiWin two-drum compact winder, and machine startup is scheduled for 2025. Jul 19, 2023 France-based Gascogne Papier has placed an order for a new high-capacity winder from Valmet. The winder will be delivered for the paper machine PM7 at their Mimizan site. Valmet's delivery will include a high-capacity OptiWin twodrum compact winder that has a wide production range with different widths and diameters of shipping rolls. As a key solution for high-quality multi-roll winding, the winder is equipped with pro-active dual spreading. The winder is also equipped with an automated butt-joint splicing for achieving the customer's high-capacity targets. The start-up of the machine is scheduled for 2025.

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In addition, the delivery will include a wide site service for easier project handling, maintenance master data, Slitter Management Program, a spare parts package, and Valmet Industrial Internet solutions, such as Valmet Winder Diagnostics. PM7 produces natural machine-glazed and sack kraft paper grades. The new winder will handle parent rolls with a width of 6,870 mm and a diameter of 3,200 mm. The paper machine's design speed is 1,300 m/min and the daily design capacity is 450 tons. “This winder will be a key contributor to the top-level quality of our future papers, which will reinforce the current positioning of Gascogne Papier as a world leading kraft paper producer,” says Mr. Régis Laffont, Industrial Director, Gascogne Papier.

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Archroma Announces Certification Of Carta®, Cartasol® F, Cartafix® Ranges of Colorants for Compostable Paper Archroma announced the certification of its colorants from the Carta®, Cartasol® F and Cartafix® ranges. Key features and benefits of Archroma's compostable dyes include uncompromised color brilliance, compliance with international standards, more sustainable coloration, and reliable performance. Aug 1, 2023

rchroma has recently announced the certification of a color range of its dyes for compostable paper. Colorants from Archroma's Carta®, Cartasol® F and Cartafix® range have been meticulously selected to meet the growing demand for environmentally friendlier coloration in the paper industry. Archroma has introduced a range of compostable dyes and fixatives for paper applications that fully satisfy the standards set forth to ensure the safe and efficient composting of paper products. Archroma's compostable dyes and fixatives for colored paper provide exceptional color performance and meet the most rigorous compostability standards. When applied to compostable materials in a specified concentration of dry weight, our dyes fulfill the evaluation criteria for heavy metals and fluorine, biodegradation, ecotoxicity and plant growth test. Key features and benefits of Archroma's compostable dyes of the Carta®, Cartasol® F and Cartafix® range for paper include uncompromised color brilliance with vibrant, eye-catching

colors that meet the demands of the most discerning brands and consumers, ensuring that sustainable papers and products are visually appealing, compliance with international standards, sustainable coloration through significant enhancement of the sustainability profile of their products, and reliable performance. To enable customers to unlock the full performance and sustainable potential of the range for compostable colored paper, Archroma has developed a dedicated system that supports industrial compostability for all types of paper, tissues, and packaging applications.

Mirae Paper Starts up TT SYD Steel Yankee Dryer Supplied by Toscotec Mirae Paper started up Toscotec-supplied TT SYD Steel Yankee Dryer on PM2 at their Jeonju mill in South Korea, to replace an existing cast iron Yankee. This is Mirae Paper's second TT SYD installation following another Yankee replacement by Toscotec on PM3 in 2013 Jul 13, 2023

irae Paper has recently started up a TT SYD Steel Yankee Dryer supplied by Toscotec, to replace an existing cast iron Yankee on PM2 at their Jeonju mill in South Korea. This is Mirae Paper's second TT SYD installation following another Yankee replacement by Toscotec on PM3 in 2013. The latest generation of TT SYD installed on Mirae Paper's PM2 benefits from an ideal ratio of the height, width, and distance between the Yankee's internal ribs and the optimization of its shell

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thickness. This design guarantees the highest possible thermal energy transfer efficiency at the drying heart of the tissue machine. Mr. Yeong Rok Lee, Mirae Paper's Production Manager, stated, “We are very happy with the outcome of this second Yankee replacement by Toscotec. This new Yankee on PM2 has been performing very efficiently for over 2 months now. Just like our first TT SYD on PM3 has done for more than 10 years now, with great reliability and substantial energy savings.”

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Metsä Tissue Partners With Afry To Build A Future Mill In Sweden Metsä Tissue, part of Metsä Group, is collaborating with AFRY to modernize and expand its paper mill in Mariestad, Sweden. Sep 7, 2023

etsä Tissue, part of Metsä Group, is investing in worldleading environmental and operational performance in tissue paper production by modernizing and expanding its paper mill in Mariestad. AFRY has been involved in the preproject and is now a selected partner to deliver several services in the construction phase. AFRY's assignment covers both expansion and adaptation of existing mills, which includes participation in Metsä Tissue's project organization, including construction management, scheduling, and coordination of engineering activities. AFRY will also provide engineering services within construction and architecture, land and environment, process and piping, and as well as being responsible for local engineering support for foreign suppliers. The latter includes, for example, guidelines and training in local regulations. “AFRY is a widely known and experienced player in the industrial sector, which provides competence in many fields of technology

– therefore it is great to have them supporting us in this unique project,” says Mr. Esa Paavolainen, VP Projects Metsä Tissue. “We are proud that Metsä Tissue has chosen us as a partner in this interesting and ambitious future project. We have already started and look forward to what we can achieve together," says Mr. Fredrik Wirf, Construction Project Manager and Business Unit Manager in Process Industries, AFRY. Construction work started in spring 2023 and the new modernised mill is planned to be operational by the end of 2025.

Glatfelter Corporation Sells Ober-Schmitten GmbH to Ostrest GmbH Glatfelter Corporation announced the sale of Glatfelter Ober-Schmitten GmbH and certain related distributor operations in Asia to Ostrest GmbH. Mr. Thomas Fahnemann, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Ilkem Şahin is the chairman of the board of the family-owned and operated İŞ Holding A.Ş., a well-established enterprise with a 70-year history rooted in rich values that operates with an entrepreneurial, results-oriented spirit,” continued Mr. Fahnemann. Aug 15, 2023

latfelter Corporation, a leading global supplier of engineered materials, announced the sale of Glatfelter Ober-Schmitten GmbH and certain related distributor operations in Asia to Ostrest GmbH, a company owned by Ilkem Şahin, the chairman of the board of İŞ Holding A.Ş. Ostrest GmbH will assume ownership effective from August 15, 2023 with the site to remain fully operational. “I am very pleased that Glatfelter's Ober-Schmitten site, along with its related sales and distribution in Suzhou, China, and Hong Kong, will continue to operate and service the glassine and electrical markets under the new ownership of İŞ Holding. While today's announcement is a departure from our previously announced plan to close Ober-Schmitten, the sale of this business is a great outcome for all stakeholders, including the employees who service the customers in these markets,” said

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“I am confident their culture and way of doing business will play an important role in building the future success for OberSchmitten. By completing this sale with an immediate effective date, Glatfelter will mitigate any anticipated costs associated with closing the Ober-Schmitten site as communicated during our second quarter earnings release.” Mr. İlkem Şahin, Chairman, IS Holding A.S. said, “With the specialty paper factory in Nidda, we are pleased to support the community and to be able to positively contribute to the over two hundred years of paper production tradition in OberSchmitten. The acquisition fits well into the portfolio of İŞ Holding, which thus further expands its activities in Germany. İŞ Holding sees a good perspective for the continuation of the site. Together with the site management, all employees, as well as the committees of the city of Nidda, a sustainable concept for the future will be developed and implemented in the coming weeks.”

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Pehart Group Appoints A.Celli for Tissue Machine Rebuilding at Dej Plant in Romania Pehart Group appointed A.Celli for the rebuild of a tissue machine at the group's Dej, Romania plant. The rebuild includes the supply of a reinforced shell, 15'' forged Yankee Dryer and A.Celli's last generation shoe press. Jul 20, 2023

ehart Group has appointed A.Celli for a tissue machine rebuilding intervention at the group's Dej, Romania plant, including the supply of a reinforced shell, 15'' forged Yankee Dryer and a last generation shoe press specifically designed by A.Celli for tissue paper production. The shoe press, characterized by a relatively small footprint and a high operational flexibility, has been specially designed to increase energy efficiency and productivity and enhance paper properties. The press is also extremely user-friendly in terms of both operation and maintenance. Mr. Gabriel Stanciu, General Manager of Pehart Group, said “Our strategy focuses on the energy efficiency of production equipment and sustainable development, as we have decided to increase our efforts to optimize production machinery. We are aware of the quality of A.Celli's solutions and services from a previous project involving the supply of a turnkey tissue line in

2015. The new solutions that A.Celli will provide for this rebuilding will surely meet our expectations and will serve our purpose to develop production capacity and deliver highquality products. Considering our experience, we recommend A.Celli as a reliable and highly competent supplier”.

Mativ Holdings to Acquire Mativ's Engineered Papers Business at USD 620 Million Mativ Holdings Inc. has announced the receipt of a binding offer from Evergreen Hill Enterprise to acquire Mativ's engineered papers business (EP) at a value of USD 620 million. The transaction is expected to close in the Q4 of 2023. Aug 01, 2023

ativ Holdings Inc., USA, has announced the receipt of a binding offer from Evergreen Hill Enterprise Pte. Limited, Singapore, to acquire Mativ's engineered papers business (EP), which is a part of Mativ's fiber-based solutions reporting segment. The acquisition value offered is USD 620 million. The transaction will be subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals and satisfaction of the consultation process with the applicable works councils in France, and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2023. Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC has served as financial advisor, and King & Spalding LLP as legal advisor to Mativ. The company believes its total post-transaction near-term sales would be approximately USD 2.2 billion with an adjusted EBITDA margin of approximately 13 percent. A long-term annualized sales growth of 3-5 percent is expected, and a multiyear margin expansion toward the 15 percent target. Post-

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transaction Mativ will no longer have exposure to the tobacco industry. Ms. Julie Schertell, President & CEO of Mativ, commented, “The proposed sale of Engineered Papers is a key milestone in the

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N•E•W•S transformation of Mativ and aligns with our strategy to focus our efforts, accelerate growth, and drive value for our shareholders. This pivotal action positions our portfolio for faster growth and focuses our resources on categories with the most promising revenue and margin expansion opportunities. While a solid business, EP's concentration in the tobacco industry is not aligned with Mativ's long-term ambition and presents a more attractive value proposition under new strategic ownership. Our talented and dedicated employees will continue to deliver outstanding products and service to EP's long-standing customer base, and we are confident in a smooth transition.” She further said, “The sale process has also given us the opportunity to rebalance our capital allocation approach, with the top near-term priority being debt reduction. In addition to paying down debt from the sale proceeds, we are also rightsizing our dividend to align with our reshaped portfolio, support continued near-term de-leveraging, and position the Company for future growth investments. In addition, our board has approved a USD 30 million share repurchase program,

providing added flexibility in our cash returns to shareholders. We believe our stock represents an attractive value and expect to opportunistically execute share repurchases going forward.” Continuing her statement, “Since our July 2022 merger, the management team and Board of Directors have been committed to making deliberate and carefully considered decisions to unlock the long-term value we see in Mativ as a leading specialty materials provider. The scope of these decisions and actions includes strategic portfolio optimization, capital allocation, organic investments, restructuring, and many other critical factors in realizing the enterprise's full potential. Ultimately, we see the sale of EP and a more balanced capital allocation strategy that accelerates de-leveraging as the strongest path forward to amplify our long-term profit outlook and drive maximum value creation for our shareholders.” Subject to customary closing date adjustments, Mativ expects to receive net proceeds (of taxes and other items) of approximately USD 575 million in the proposed transaction, which would be primarily used for debt paydown of approximately 35 percent of outstanding net debt.

Lecta Group's Torraspapel Mill Orders Recovery Boiler Upgrade from Valmet Lecta Group's Torraspapel mill in Spain, will be enhanced by Valmet's comprehensive recovery boiler upgrade. This includes new air systems, black liquor sprayers, water side modifications, and smelt spouts, boosting capacity from 420 tds/d to 480 tds/d while reducing emissions. Aug 3, 2023

ecta Group's Torraspapel combined pulp and paper mill in Zaragoza, Spain will receive a recovery boiler upgrade from Valmet. The delivery will include a comprehensive recovery boiler upgrade with new secondary and tertiary air systems, new black liquor sprayer stations, modifications in the water side of the boiler and new smelt spouts. The upgrade will increase the recovery boiler's capacity from today's 420 tds/d including ashes to 480 tds/d including ashes and reduce the mill's emissions. The primary target of the upgrade is to increase the recovery boiler's black liquor capacity. The upgrade will also reduce the mill's emission levels and improve the water side of the boiler, hence enabling the capacity increase. The upgrade will take place during the mill's annual shutdown in October 2023. "The project will contribute to eliminating a bottleneck for possible future growth in production and/or use of other eucalyptus species. Valmet has always been a reliable and trustworthy supplier for Lecta, with a high degree of technical capabilities in the pulp and paper areas.” says Mr. Primitivo Prados, Mill Manager at Torraspapel mill. Additionally, Mr. Marcos Gonzalez Moreno, Service Sales Manager, EMEA,

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Valmet says “Thanks to our expertise in the recovery area we were able to provide the customer with a strong technical concept and a solution that fits their needs. I believe our good relationship with Lecta Torraspapel will be further strengthened with this project. We will do our best to support the customer in reaching their targets”.

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Velvet CARE to Establish Third Paper Machine in Five Years, Part of USD 91 Million Investment Project Europe-based Velvet CARE, following its USD 91 million project, is establishing its third paper machine in 5 years. The new paper machine will boost annual capacity by around 40 percent to 210,000 tonnes. The project will also construct an accompanying automated warehouse for tissue products. ments will help Velvet CARE use heat and other energy sources more efficiently, reduce water and raw material use, minimize waste and support circular-economy processes. As per a recent ESG report, Velvet CARE has slashed CO2 emissions and water usage per tonne of output by half since 2013, while increasing tissue production by four times.

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elvet CARE is set to build its third paper machine within 5 years, following the company's USD 91 million project, aimed towards solidifying its market position, increasing efficiency and making production more sustainable. The company will receive support from the Kraków Technology Park for the investment, making it Velvet CARE's third project with the special economic zone. The new paper machine will boost annual capacity by around 40 percent to 210,000 tonnes. The project includes the construction of an accompanying automated warehouse for tissue products. The new invest-

Mr. Artur Pielak, Velvet CARE's Chief Executive, shared, “With this project we're keeping up our rapid pace of growth as we pursue our goal of becoming a regional leader in consumer tissue product manufacturing. We're continuing to build scale and deliver value for our shareholders, while also having a positive impact on our community and the regional economy – as demonstrated by our ongoing partnership with the Kraków Technology Park. It's especially meaningful for us to reach this milestone as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of our management buyout, which launched the current chapter in the company's 126-year history.” Velvet CARE brought its newest current tissue machine online in December 2021. That investment, which also received support from the Technology Park programme, followed another machine that had begun operating in 2018, the year the firm was acquired by Abris.

Swedish Startup Adsorbi Raise EUR 360,000 for Bio-Based Air Purification Material A seed financing of EUR 360,000 was raised by Adsorbi for its patented, bio-based air purification material that can remove pollutants from indoor air and decrease odors. Aug 28, 2023

wedish startup Adsorbi AB has secured EUR 360,000 in seed funding from Metsä Spring, Chalmers Ventures, and Jovitech Invest for its cellulose-based air purification material that can be used in air filters and odour removal products. Adsorbi marks Metsä Spring's first Swedish startup investment and will be an addition to its wood-based innovation portfolio,

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already consisting of four other external investments and two internal development projects. Metsä Group's innovation company Metsä Spring is actively looking to invest in the best possible innovations to replace fossil-based materials and chemicals in everyday products. The funds will be used to continue studying product application possibilities and ramp up sales in odour removal and art conservation while concentrating on product development and field testing with air filter companies. Founded by a team consisting of university researchers and seasoned business developers in 2022, Adsorbi's material is made from a renewable resource, wood, and has a low environmental impact and long product lifetime. The material is excellent at capturing and storing air

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N•E•W•S pollutants that can cause problems in respiratory systems. Indoor air quality is a much larger issue than currently understood. According to the World Health Organization, indoor air pollution killed more than 3 million people in 2020. Many ailments, such as asthma, heart disease, and lung cancers, can be caused by bad air quality. As people in industrialized nations spend up to 80–90% of their time indoors, maintaining air quality is crucial to keeping people's health intact. In addition, many businesses rely on top indoor air quality. For example, museums and art galleries protect artifacts from air pollutants and also need to remove harmful particles that the artwork emits into the air. The current industry standard for air purification is activated carbon, which has many downsides – its production from coal or coconut shells has a big negative impact on the environment, it has a short life cycle, is hardly customizable, and performs poorly in removing health hazardous volatile organic compounds (VOCs). As governments are rolling out stricter regulations on air quality, businesses are in a race to find new solutions. Adsorbi's material answers this need, as it is flexible, has a longer lifetime, and is more energy efficient. Unlike activated carbon, it doesn't release any VOCs back into the air. The material is bio-based, its original raw material is

sustainably harvested from the Nordic forests, and it has a wide range of applications. A significant market where it can remove activated carbon is the odour removal industry for shoes, bags, and cars – making these products more hygienic and prolonging the products' lifecycle. “We want to thank Chalmers Ventures for their continued support of our mission, as well as warmly welcome new investors Metsä Spring and Jovitech Invest. Now we have a dream team of investors who understand deep tech, material startups, as well as novel usage cases for cellulose. Our patented material can be used wherever air pollutants are a problem - in air filters, products that remove bad odours, and in museums to protect works of art. This means we can tackle several significant markets with one unique material”, says cofounder and CEO of Adsorbi, Ms. Hanna Johansson. “We are very excited to invest in Adsorbi, which has a diverse and solid research background and business-minded founding team. It is also working on a product made out of pulp, which makes Adsorbi of particular interest for Metsä Group. With Adsorbi in our portfolio, we are yet another step closer to removing fossil-based materials from everyday products”, says Mr. Niklas von Weymarn, CEO of Metsä Spring.

Holmen Iggesund Launches Inverform PET 30 for 25% Reduced Climate Footprint Holmen Iggesund has launched Iverform PET 30, which is an upgraded version of its 40-gsm ready-made meal trays. The new 30 gsm version has reduced the product range's climate footprint by 25 percent. Aug 2, 2023

olmen Iggesund has launched Inver form PET 30, a 30 gsm version of its popular ready-made meal trays. The upgraded product has reduced its climate footprint by 25 percent more than its 40 gsm version while retaining the high quality Ms. Malin Ekroos, Product Manager and functionality of the older of Added Value, Holmen Iggesund version. The upgrade is a result of product innovation undertaken at the Holmen Iggesund R&D center, and considerable customer input. The new product can be used in combination with the company's Inverform paperboard products. The new, lower plastic content means that the company can now offer its customers some of its combined paperboard and PET products at a ratio of 90 percent fiber to 10 percent plastic.

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The company's combined PET coating and paperboard products are ideal for making ready-made meal trays and have all the advantages of trays made entirely from plastic. These solutions are created from fresh wood fibers of known and traceable origin from sustainably managed forests. The trays have a significantly lower carbon footprint and are a sustainable alternative to conventional methods. The PET coating is available in black, white, or transparent versions. In addition to its high-temperature resistance, PET seals very well and provides an excellent oxygen and fat barrier. The PET-coated reverse side also has a glossy finish for improved surface characteristics. Food trays made from combined paperboard and PET coatings offer better recyclability than trays made entirely with fossilbased materials. And as well as having a fat and moisture barrier, the PET coating ensures extreme temperature resistance. This makes it ideal for trays that are placed into microwaves or conventional ovens with ready-made chilled and frozen food.

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Ms. Ekroos further said, “Our new product has the lowest plastic content of any comparable extrusion-coated PET product currently on the market. The launch of the new Holmen Iggesund PET 30 product is part of our product development process. It is a good step forward in our journey to provide our customers with increasingly sustainable alternatives, a journey we will continue through more and more product innovation.”

Valmet Acquires Siemens AG's Process Gas Chromatography Business at EUR 102.5 Million Valmet signed an agreement with Siemens AG for the acquisition of its Process Gas Chromatography business. The agreement value has been agreed at EUR 102.5 million. The agreement will be executed by April 1, 2024, at the earliest. Jul 17, 2023

almet entered into an agreement with Siemens AG to acquire its Process Gas Chromatography business at a value of EUR 102.5 million, on a cash and debt-free basis subject to customary adjustments. The acquisition is estimated to be completed on April 1, 2024, at the earliest, upon completion of carve-out measures and customary closing conditions. Siemens AG's Process Gas Chromatography business is a market leader with its Maxum II Gas Chromatograph platform, Systems Integration, and Customer Services offering. Gas Chromatographs are used to measure the chemical composition of gases and evaporable liquids in all stages of production. With deep customer process knowledge in chemicals, liquefied natural gas (LNG), refining, and biofuels, the business provides critical process insights to support its customers in ensuring and improving quality, sustainability, and safety worldwide. In 2022, the business's net sales amounted to approximately EUR 120 million and pro-forma adjusted EBITDA margin was approximately 10 percent. The business employs around 300 people, and its main locations are in the USA, Germany, and Singapore. The acquisition is in line with Valmet's strategy and will further strengthen Valmet's automation segment and process automation offering with process industry gas chromatograph and process analyzer systems offering. It also strengthens Valmet's Automation Systems business footprint in North America, Asia-Pacific, and Europe. Valmet and Siemens will work closely together over the coming months to ensure a smooth transition, thereby maintaining a strong customer orientation and operational continuity. The acquired business is planned to be integrated into Valmet's Automation Systems business line as a separate business unit. Valmet has in recent years successfully expanded its Automation segment through the merger with Neles in April 2022 and the acquisition of NovaTech's Process Solutions business in January 2023.

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Ms. Emilia Torttila-Miettinen, President of the Automation Systems business line commented, “Siemens' Process Gas Chromatograph Maxum II products, systems, and services offering compliments Valmet's existing automation offering, industry reach, and expertise. The Maxum brand is widely known in process industries and the products are used extensively by the world's leading industrial customers. Also, the large installed base provides further service opportunities and business stability. The business is planned to form a globally lead business unit within the Automation Systems business line and has a joint customer base with Valmet's Flow Control business line. With this setup, supported by Valmet's strong functions, we see opportunities for further profitable growth in this business. We look forward to welcoming the new colleagues from Siemens to Valmet.” Mr. Glen Irving, CEO of Siemens Gas Chromatograph & Integration Business, stated, “Today marks a new chapter in our 60-plus-year history of providing world-class gas chromatography products, solutions, and services to process industry customers around the world. By joining the Valmet team, we are excited to be partnering with an organization that shares many synergies with our Gas Chromatography and Integration business and a clear focus on employees and customers. We all are looking forward to exploring the many positive opportunities this partnership can bring going forward.”

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