Potential temporary layoffs target Packaging and Paper business area and Global Supply unit in first half of 2026.
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Facility will feature a 5.6-meter Through-Air-Dried machine, full automation and flow control systems, with start-up scheduled for 2028.
Facility to combine straw fibers with wastepaper to reduce virgin wood fiber use.
New technology supports Euro 180,000 t/year capacity for textile-grade fiber production.
Integrating the new system with the distributed control system and controls will reduce complexity for operators and give the quality control need to improve runnability and consistency from papermaking through converting.
New machine to run at 1,300 m/min for 50–110 g/m2 grades.
The delivery includes a Valmet IQ Quality Control System (QCS) including a Valmet IQ Scanner with IQ Quality Measurements for basis weight, moisture, caliper, and ash, which are integrated into PM4 with Valmet IQ MD Optimizer and Valmet IQ CD Controls. The delivery also includes a Valmet IQ Steam Profiler.
The service agreement includes annual inspections and maintenance for specified parts in the K7 plant, covering the boiler pressure parts, flue gas cleaning system and condensing unit, condensate treatment system and auxiliary equipment
The order comprises an integrated solution that combines three new automation products with Klingele’s existing automation environment to reduce surface starch use and energy consumption.
The delivery includes Bangladesh’s first DCS with a modern Valmet DNAe User Interface, providing intuitive workflows that simplify operations and enable users to manage larger process areas with less effort.
New IntelliTissue 1600 line includes full automation, stock preparation, and integrated control systems.
The papermaking lines will produce uncoated woodfree grades and start-ups are scheduled from late 2026 to early 2027.
The board machine, with a wire width of 8.85 meters, produces folding boxboard grades and will further strengthen Liansheng Pulp & Paper’s coated board product portfolio and enhance their market competitiveness.
Jon Jested-Rask brings over 20 years of international experience and has held several senior management positions.
Company expects the Euro 101.5 million project, backed by a Euro 32.7 million PERTE grant, to slash fossil CO2 by 53%.
Due to its self-cleaning benefits, maintenance requirements are significantly reduced, while wearing parts are purposely designed to be easily replaced without special tools.
3500 tonnes per day recovery boiler will boost renewable power output and cut emissions.
The plant will convert over 90% of wood residues — bark, shavings, branches, tops and recycled wood — into energy for both heat and electricity.