Innovative paperboard packaging unveiled

26 September 2024 New liquorice mug design blends sustainability and functionality (CW Group) According to Pulpapernews.com, Metsä Board has partnered with Finnish confectionery brand Kouvolan Lakritsi to develop an eco-friendly, reclosable paperboard mug for liquorice...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Sustainable packaging partnership launches

26 September 2024 between PAPACKS and Element6 marks a significant step toward transforming the packaging industry, reinforcing sustainability as a core priority. By combining their strengths, RENW aims to contribute to a circular economy and support global environmental...

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• Category: Global

C-CRETE Technologies pours world's first granite-based concrete

26 September 2024 but also the broader construction industry as demand for eco-friendly materials increases. C-Crete’s commitment to sustainability aligns with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote environmentally responsible building practices....

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• Category: Concrete & Brick

COSCO Shipping unveils new bulk carrier

25 September 2024 of bulk carriers has been designed with a focus on low carbon emissions, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability. It incorporates independent intellectual property rights and adheres to the latest HCSR specifications and emissions standards....

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• Category: Markets & trade

New salad wrapper unveiled

25 September 2024 New packaging solution meets sustainability and safety demands (CW Group) UPM Specialty Papers has collaborated with Unipaco to develop a recyclable, heat-sealable wrapper for salad and herb pots that ensures product safety, as reported by NewsDesk....

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

International Paper acquires DS Smith

25 September 2024 If approved, this deal will create a global leader in packaging solutions, driving industry consolidation and advancing sustainability efforts.[/PAID] Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly prohibited.

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• Category: North America

Biochar revolutionizes building materials

25 September 2024 innovative, low-carbon building material, according to The Manufacturer. This interdisciplinary project aims to advance sustainability within the construction industry by investigating biochar's properties and applications. Biochar, created by heating...

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• Category: Construction

Indonesia alumina refinery launched

25 September 2024 broader strategy to reduce aluminum imports and build a fully integrated aluminum industry, ensuring long-term sustainability and resource utilization. Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly prohibited.

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• Category: Production

Qatar unveils green cement innovation

24 September 2024 The project aims to promote environmental sustainability by converting sewage waste into green cement (CW Group) The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) in Qatar has introduced a groundbreaking green cement made from sewage waste, as...

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• Category: Environment

Polish cement industry under pressure

24 September 2024 poses serious risks to Poland's economy and job market. Without strategic measures to address these challenges, the sustainability and competitiveness of the Polish cement sector may be jeopardized, impacting local employment and economic stability....

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• Category: Markets & Competition

ANDRITZ Expands Brazil Operations

24 September 2024 as a manufacturing and distribution hub for strategic parts. This move underscores ANDRITZ's long-term commitment to sustainability, with plans to incorporate renewable energy systems and efficient water use technologies at the site. Future expansions...

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• Category: South America

Lignin Partnership Drives Sustainability

24 September 2024 Stora Enso and Södra team up on bio-based materials (CW Group) Stora Enso has announced a strategic collaboration with Södra, Sweden’s largest forest owner association, to advance the production of kraft lignin, according to a statement from Stora...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Sustainable eCommerce Packaging Unveiled

24 September 2024 New paper-based mailers offer protection and sustainability (CW Group) Mondi has introduced its new fully recyclable Protective Mailers, designed to meet the rising demand for sustainable eCommerce packaging solutions. According to Mondi, these...

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• Category: Global

Holcim Spain launches first 100% electric tipper truck

24 September 2024 Spain has introduced its first 100 percent electric tipper truck, a Volvo model, as part of its sustainability efforts in the Barcelona metropolitan area, according to Construnario. With a range of up to 300 kilometers, the truck will operate within the...

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• Category: Equipment

Shaanxi cement prices rise

24 September 2024 behind the price hike. The adjustment impacts all major regional producers, although its market reception and the sustainability of this increase remain to be seen.[/PAID] Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly...

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• Category: Markets & Competition

Akmenės Cementas partners with Ignitis for green energy

23 September 2024 with EU Green Deal objectives. CEO Artūras Zaremba highlighted the partnership as a pivotal move towards long-term sustainability in the cement industry. This PPA marks the largest agreement Ignitis has signed in Lithuania, emphasizing the company's...

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• Category: Environment

F.Scott to launch low-carbon cement plant

23 September 2024 has evolved to capture added value by becoming a direct player in the highly competitive cement market while supporting sustainability efforts. With this expansion, F. Scott continues to strengthen its presence in France, marking a significant step in...

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• Category: Markets & Competition

Innovative glass blocks revolutionize construction

23 September 2024 MIT engineers are pioneering a new type of reconfigurable masonry using 3D-printed recycled glass, designed to enhance sustainability in the construction industry, according to Technology Networks. This innovative approach aligns with circular...

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• Category: Materials News

Major Order for Methanol VLOCs

23 September 2024 New vessels to enhance shipping sustainability and efficiency (CW Group) [PAID={"id":"12,13,14","title":"The content you tried to access is only available to paid subscribers.","link":"1"}] Beihai Shipbuilding has secured a significant order from...

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• Category: Shipping & logistics

Fujian Shipping Group's Bold Expansion

23 September 2024 New dual-fuel bulk carriers enhance fleet sustainability (CW Group) [PAID={"id":"12,13,14","title":"The content you tried to access is only available to paid subscribers.","link":"1"}] Fujian Shipping Group has entered a contract for the construction...

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• Category: Ports & handling