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Amazon has been working to eliminate plastic packaging and has already implemented paper packaging solutions at its fulfilment centre in the US. India's growing e-commerce market makes it an important market for Amazon.

Life cycle assessment shows substantial reductions in environmental impact of corrugated boxes, including 50% per-unit reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

Japan's packaging industry is soaring to new heights, driven by innovation and a commitment to eco-friendly solutions. In a recent announcement by the Japan Packaging Technology Association (with some estimated figures), it has been revealed that the packaging and container shipments in Japan saw a significant increase in 2021.

Amazon is trialling automated packaging machines for on-demand, made-to-measure paper bags that seek to cut down on pack volume and weight – thus reducing carbon emissions during delivery.

A global packaging and paper manufacturer has commissioned Voith to rebuild its production line into a state-of-the-art production facility for recycled packaging papers. Commissioning of the rebuilt production line is scheduled for 2025.

It is not a mere coincidence that some paper manufacturers have been increasing prices. Concurrently, some paper mill associations have been crying hoarse and seeking protection, level playing field, imposition of countervailing duties, safeguard and anti-dumping duties, imposition of quality control measures and quality control orders and even going to the extent of seeking a ban on imports of paper and paperboards by giving statistics about the imports and exports of paper and paperboards.

Brussels proposed a far-reaching law to standardise rules on packaging waste last November. It included steep targets for cutting material used and reuse of packaging. The rules are currently winding their way through the EU’s legislative machine.

The pulp and paper sector has already decoupled growth and CO2 emissions for several decades, but it remains energy-intensive. To go even further in its commitment to climate change mitigation it bets on breakthroughs in an array of technologies, which could reduce the sector’s energy needs by as much as 80%, and on a formidable potential to install renewable energy directly on-site. A recent acceleration in progress have been spurred by unprecedented collaboration amongst industry actors.

The paper industry is experiencing a resurgence in its fortunes, driven by a combination of factors such as falling pulp prices, environmental consciousness, and evolving education policies. Among the companies poised to benefit, JK Paper stands out due to its extensive presence across India and healthy return ratios. As the industry continues to adapt to these changing dynamics, investors and stakeholders alike are keeping a close eye on the promising future of paper stocks.

Valmet will deliver key technologies, automation and services to Naini Papers’ cooking and fiberline rebuild and new specialty paper machine PM 3 at their mill in Kashipur, India. The delivery will increase the mill’s capacity and support meeting the market demand of specialty coated paper. The delivery is scheduled for the first quarter 2025.