Solenis to Increase Prices on all Product Lines across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)

The Company reported an operating loss of $6.3 million for the second quarter of 2020, down $12.4 million from operating income of $6.1 million reported for the first quarter of 2020. Reported results for the second quarter of 2020 included an $8.2 million finished pulp and raw material inventory write-down at period end. After adjusting for this, the Company’s operating income was $1.9 million for the second quarter of 2020, up $6.5 million from a similarly adjusted operating result in the previous quarter. The Company’s operating results for the second quarter of 2020 reflected direct and indirect impacts of the coronavirus outbreak on global markets, and more specifically the pulp and paper business.

Drytac, the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce the launch of Interlam Eco Anti-Graffiti pressure sensitive overlaminate film in North America. A 1.0 mil (25μ) clear PET laminating film, Interlam Eco Anti-Graffiti is designed to safeguard graphics from vandalism such as graffiti. Coated with a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive and shielded by a siliconized PE coated paper release liner, the film ensures exceptional durability and performance in all applications. The film’s robust anti-graffiti features ensure the easy removal of unwanted markings without damaging the substrate or printed graphics, while its strong resistance to dirt and pollutants also maintains pristine graphics over time.

According to the plans, production would end by summer 2024. The change negotiations at the Merikarvia sawmill concern all the sawmill’s 79 employees. “The Merikarvia sawmill has reached the end of its technical life cycle, which is why we’ve initiated plans to close down its operations,” says Ismo Nousiainen, CEO of Metsä Fibre. The annual production capacity of the Merikarvia sawmill is approximately 220,000 m3 pine sawn timber, and the annual wood consumption is approximately 455,000 m3.