Voith expands proven film press portfolio with eVenFilm Pro, a high-performance rubber roll cover for extreme conditions

15 July 2026: Voith introduces eVenFilm Pro, a high-performance rubber film press roll cover. Engineered to meet growing demand from papermakers and board producers for ex- tended runtimes and lifespans even in the most extreme conditions, eVenFilm Pro is a high-end addition to Voith’s eVenFilm portfolio.

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Toscotec boosts spare parts supply and assistance for Recard machinery

15 July 2026: As a result of last year's acquisition, Toscotec remains the sole, exclusive, and legal owner of all rights related to the "Recard" brand, including but not limited to know-how, technical documentation, patents, trademarks, designs, and any other intangible assets associated with the former Recard technology.

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Wepa Closes Tissue Machine

15 July 2026: EUWID has reported that Wepa, the German manufacturer of tissue and hygiene products, has shut down the older tissue machine at its Bridgend plant in the UK as planned. It is to be replaced by a modern line with a capacity of 70,000tpy, which consumes less water and energy and can use a higher proportion of recycled paper as raw material.

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Smurfit Westrock partners with Coca-Cola on World Cup packaging

8 July 2026: Smurfit Westrock partnered with Coca-Cola China to launch a series of innovative paper-based packaging solutions for the brand’s 2026 World Cup campaign, designed to deliver standout impact across both retail and e-commerce channels. 

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Voith expands proven film press portfolio with eVenFilm Pro, a high-performance rubber roll cover for extreme conditions

8 July 2026: Voith introduces eVenFilm Pro, a high-performance rubber film press roll cover. Engineered to meet growing demand from papermakers and board producers for ex- tended runtimes and lifespans even in the most extreme conditions, eVenFilm Pro is a high-end addition to Voith’s eVenFilm portfolio. 

Read more: Voith expands proven film press portfolio with eVenFilm Pro, a high-performance rubber roll cover...

Smurfit Westrock confirms closure of UK paper mill

9 July 2026: Leading sustainable packaging producer Smurfit Westrock has confirmed the closure of its SSK paper mill in Birmingham, UK. The decision follows a consultation process announced on 30 April, during which no viable alternatives to ceasing operations were identified. The closure has been driven by sustained challenging market conditions, alongside the need to optimise the company’s UK manufacturing footprint and strengthen its long-term competitiveness.

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