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Drewsen Spezialpapiere acquires Portals Papers Ltd
The German manufacturer of security papers, Drewsen Spezialpapiere, has acquired Portals Papers, a renowned British producer of high-security papers, passport papers and identity documents. This strategic acquisition unites the expertise of two specialized specialists, offering the market an unparalleled range of knowledge and capabilities. In an age where counterfeit products can be created and disseminated with increasing ease, the merger of Drewsen and Portals marks a pivotal development. Together, they offer an exceptionally broad range of security features for paper solutions, ensuring diverse and even the highest levels of counterfeit protection.
Art or science? How to avoid the most common mistakes in lamination
While not required in every application, lamination is one of the most widely used techniques to not only protect printed work but also add that extra special finish to make your graphics stand out to passers-by. However, as useful as it may be, it does not come without its challenges. New developments across hardware and materials have made life easier for industry professionals but there are still several issues that crop up and cause headaches for those laminating work.
(Authored by Luigi Cristicini, Senior Technical Research and Development Manager at Drytac.)
Kaskad makes long-awaited comeback in the nordic market
The Swedish-made coloured paper Kaskad from Lessebo Paper, a classic beloved for its high quality and versatility, is back in the Nordic market after a hiatus. It is now available as a stock item at Addbrand. The distributor Addbrand is reintroducing the Kaskad paper series in A4 format for distribution in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland. The paper is already in stock, initial deliveries have been dispatched, and the customer response has been overwhelmingly positive.
SCA increases NBSK price to USD 1,530
SCA will increase the price on NBSK pulp (Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft) in Europe by 50 USD per tonne. The new price will be effective February 1st. “We observe improvements in several global markets, while producer stocks are decreasing,” comments Henning Ellström, VP Sales and Marketing Pulp.
Mondi at Paris Packaging Week 2025
Paris Packaging Week at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles exhibition centre is a global event for the cosmetics, beverage, luxury and aerosol packaging industries. It is the perfect meeting place for brand owners, material suppliers and service providers along the entire value chain. An important driver for the industry is sustainability. From 28 to 29 January 2025, Mondi will be demonstrating at Stand E34 how paper packaging can support the sustainability efforts of branded goods manufacturers in the luxury segment. With its broad portfolio, Mondi offers luxury goods manufacturers a wide range of sustainable papers for high-quality luxury packaging.
OnPrintShop has launched version 12.0
OnPrintShop successfully released Version 12.0 recently, introducing the second round of AI-driven web-to-print capabilities following its previous iteration. This version is equipped with ground-breaking innovations that maximize business productivity, enhance customer experience and simplifies print workflows.
Mondi Neusiedler invests 20 million euros in more sustainable sites
Mondi has made good progress on the previously announced €20 million investment programme at its Neusiedler uncoated fine paper mills (Austria). The full benefit of the upgrades is expected from the first quarter of 2025, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions and increased energy efficiency and operational safety.
Smurfit Westrock unveils new innovation for Bag-in-Box customers
Smurfit Westrock is proud to announce the launch of its latest pioneering innovation, the EasySplit Bag-in-Box® design which was specifically developed to meet the upcoming requirements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
Applications open for Intergraf’s 2025 Young Talent Award
Intergraf is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 Young Talent Award, an initiative designed to inspire and shape the future of the print industry. This year, the Award invites young talent to explore how print companies can effectively attract and engage younger generations to pursue careers in the print industry.
On the road: Södra deploys first electric truck to transport pulp from Värö
As part of its efforts to achieve its climate goal of net zero emissions of fossil greenhouse gases by 2040, Södra’s first electric truck is on the road. Part of a pilot project, the truck will be entirely dedicated to transporting fossil-free deliveries of pulp from Värö to port terminals in Gothenburg and Varberg. This month, some shipments of pulp from Värö will be delivered by electric truck as part of Södra's climate efforts to achieve net zero emissions of fossil greenhouse gases by 2040. This one truck is expected to save 48 tonnes of CO2 per year, compared with a diesel-powered truck.
12th Annual Girls Who Print Day Conference
Girls Who Print, the largest global network of women in the print and graphic communication industry, presented three awards during the online Girls Who Print Day Conference on November 7th. The 2024 Rising Star Award was presented to Kiki Heron, Account Manager, Training and Development Leader at Specialty Print Communications, by Kelly Mallozzi, Principal at Success in Print, who runs the Girls Who Print mentorship program. The award recognizes women who have stepped up and taken the initiative to proactively help the industry, their company, and their colleagues.
Atlantic Zeiser at Trustech 2024
Atlantic Zeiser, a Coesia company and provider of advanced printing and personalization solutions for the card and packaging industries, will showcase the Persosmart Color at Trustech 2024 in Paris from December 3 to 5, 2024. The company will exhibit at Hall 5.2, Booth #B2029, presenting its innovative 4-color drop-on-demand solution designed to set new benchmarks for speed, quality, and sustainability in card personalization.
