TAPPI introduces its first new training course in a decade with the Aqueous Barrier Coating for Paper and Paperboard Course, October 7-9, 2025 in Marietta, GA. This hands-on program provides mid-career professionals with advanced technical knowledge in eco-friendly coating chemistry, application techniques, and performance optimization for sustainable packaging solutions. Participants gain specialized expertise in aqueous-based barrier technologies, positioning themselves as leaders in environmentally responsible packaging innovation. The practical curriculum delivers actionable insights for R&D leads, operations managers, and sales engineers seeking to drive ROI through sustainable coating technologies and advance their careers in the growing green packaging sector.

Mondi Earns South Africa’s First Cradle to Cradle Paper Certification

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Aug 14, 2025

Mondi Earns South Africa’s First Cradle to Cradle Paper Certification

Mondi has become the first company in South Africa to receive the globally recognised Cradle to Cradle Certified® certification for paper products, as its uncoated fine paper portfolio from the Merebank mill earned certification at the Bronze level.

Arctic Paper Kostrzyn Receives EU Ecolabel Certification

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Jan 16, 2025

Arctic Paper Kostrzyn Receives EU Ecolabel Certification

Arctic Paper Kostrzyn, known for producing high-quality uncoated, wood-free offset paper and graphic paper, has received the prestigious EU Ecolabel certification for its entire product range. This recognition confirms the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable production practices, as the EU Ecolabel is awarded to products that demonstrate a reduced environmental impact throughout their lifecycle, from raw material sourcing to manufacturing.