Sappi Establishes Inhouse Capacity to Test Recyclability of Its Products

17 Apr. 2024: Sappi has established a recyclability testing laboratory within its R&D Department. The lab plays a key role in ensuring that Sappi's packaging and specialty papers are recyclable, in compliance with the latest EU regulations and market demands.

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First phase of work on recycling plant complete

22 Apr. 2024: A sneak preview's been given of progress on the UK’s most advanced wastepaper recycling plant currently under construction in Prudhoe.

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Defra confirms October 2027 date for roll-out of UK-wide Deposit Return Scheme

25 Apr. 2024: The UK government (Defra), Welsh Government, Scottish Government and DAERA (Northern Ireland) have agreed the revised timeline:

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UK government to ban plastic-containing wet wipes by summer

26 Apr. 2024: In a move to combat plastic pollution, the UK government has announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at banning wet wipes that contain plastic. The announcement was made by the Environment Secretary, marking a significant step in the UK's environmental strategy. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) plans to roll out the legislation for England before the summer recess, with Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales expected to follow suit by autumn. This coordinated approach aims to ensure the ban is in place across the UK swiftly.

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ABB control room, power distribution and robotics technologies help Metsä Fibre mill excel in productivity and efficiency

27 Apr. 2024: ABB’s control room environment, power distribution and robotics have been a part of Metsä Fibre’s technologically advanced sawmill’s pioneering levels of productivity and efficiency. The customer’s Rauma mill is Finland’s largest ever sawmill investment at €260 million and uses machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI) and integrated information systems for consistent quality and cost efficiency.

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In the EU Clean Transition Dialogues, the pulp and paper industry has been heard, and wants to stay engaged

24 Apr. 2024: Announced by Commission President von der Leyen and chaired by Executive Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič, the Clean Transition Dialogues’ core aim is to support industry in building a business model fit for a decarbonised economy.

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