Article2 min read Oct 29, 2025STAR - October 2025 - New or Revised Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI has reaffirmed 18 critical testing standards for paper, pulp, and packaging materials, including methods for color measurement, moisture content analysis, and surface quality evaluation. These updated standards provide plant managers and R&D leads with reliable benchmarking tools for quality control and process optimization. The organization also published revised Technical Information Papers on splicer defects and reaffirmed useful methods for pulp freeness testing. These comprehensive testing protocols enable mid-career professionals to demonstrate measurable ROI through improved product consistency, reduced waste, and enhanced operational efficiency across manufacturing processes.
Article1 min read Sep 24, 2025STAR - September 2025 - New or Revised Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI has published two revised Technical Information Papers (TIPs) focusing on dryer operations: TIP 0404-31 on recommended dryer differential pressures and TIP 0404-35 on dryer bar applications. These updated industry standards provide essential technical guidance for plant and operations managers seeking to optimize manufacturing processes and equipment performance. Gregory Wedel served as Working Group Chair for both publications, demonstrating the collaborative expertise driving these resources. Mid-career professionals can access these TIPs through TAPPI's online platform, with monthly updates typically posted around the 30th of each month, supporting continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence in paper manufacturing.
Article1 min read Aug 21, 2025Sappi Europe Announces Price IncreaseTo support margin recovery, Sappi Europe will start implementing price increases initially USD 60-100/to, or equivalent, on all Woodfree Coated paper grades across its export markets for deliveries from 1. October 2025.
Article2 min read Aug 12, 2025Shailesh Jejurikar Elected P&G President and Chief Executive OfficerJon Moeller to become executive chairman
Article1 min read Jun 10, 2025Changes in Metsä Tissue’s Management TeamNew positions came into place on 1st June
Article1 min read Jun 10, 2025Kimberly-Clark Transfers US Stock Exchange Listing to NasdaqCompany will voluntarily transfer its US stock exchange listing to the Nasdaq Global Select Market
Article1 min read May 22, 2025Ahlstrom Announces Konraad Dullaert to Assume Role of EVP Protective MaterialsAhlstrom has announced a leadership change within the organization. Effective June 1, Konraad Dullaert, currently Executive Vice President (EVP) of Food and Consumer Packaging and Chief Innovation Officer, will assume the role of EVP Protective Materials on a permanent basis.
Article2 min read Oct 31, 2024Paper Excellence Group Rebrands All Legacy Businesses as DomtarPaper Excellence Group announced the operational integration of the recently acquired Domtar Corporation (and other legal entities) and Resolute Forest Products with the legacy Paper Excellence business, forming a leading, unified forest products company in North America. This integration represents a strategic alignment of the companies' strengths, resources and expertise, creating a stronger organization poised for future growth and innovation, while maintaining the highest levels of environmental stewardship.
Article1 min read Oct 10, 2024Lucart Confirmed as a Sustainability Leader by EcoVadisLucart, the Italian multinational group known for the Tenderly, Tutto Pannocarta, Grazie EcoNatural and Lucart Professional brands, was awarded “Platinum” rating by the independent agency EcoVadis for the third year running, with a score of 85/100 (up from 2023).
Article1 min read Aug 15, 2024TAPPI Inventory AuditTAPPI will be performing its fiscal year-end inventory audit starting August 9.
