AFT expands its offering with the launch MaxPulping

17 May 2026: Aikawa Fiber Technologies (AFT) is pleased to announce the launch of MaxPulping, AFT’s new pulping system designed for recycled paper and board processing. With MaxPulping, AFT further strengthens its presence across the papermaking process by offering a complete pulping solution that includes core equipment, wear parts, and related services.

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EU approves Suzano's acquisition of Kimberly-Clark IFP

17 May 2026: The European Commission has unconditionally approved the proposed acquisition by Suzano S.A. of Kimberly Clark IFP NewCo B.V.The Commission concluded that the transaction would raise no competition concerns in the European Economic Area ('EEA').

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Essity starts up new recycled fibre processing facility at Prudhoe tissue mill

19 May 2026: Swedish hygiene and tissue producer Essity has officially opened a new recycled fibre processing facility at its Prudhoe tissue mill in Northumberland, UK. According to the company, the investment exceeds £30m and marks Essity’s largest investment in the UK in around a decade.

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CPI Relaunching Papermaking Qualification in the UK for the 21st Century

12 May 2026 - The Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) announced the launch of the SIAS Level 2 Certificate Fundamentals of Paper Technology, a qualification for the UK Paper Industry that will train the operators of today and provide greater security for the industry of tomorrow. 

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Essity launches strategic review of Consumer Tissue business

12 May 2026: Essity announced the launch of a strategic review of its global Consumer Tissue business area, with the objective of evaluating alternatives aimed at maximising long-term value creation and supporting future development opportunities.

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UPM, Sappi paper joint venture may lead to price hikes, EU regulators warn

12 May 2026:  A proposed paper joint venture between Finnish forestry group UPM-Kymmene and South African-listed wood fibre producer Sappi may reduce competition and lead to price hikes, EU antitrust regulators warned on Tuesday as they opened an investigation into the deal. 

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