Wuzhou Special Paper to invest in recycled-content production

Wuzhou Special Paper in China has selected Finland-based Valmet to rebuild a paper machine and supply two winders for a mill in Hubei Province, China.

The investment is to convert a recently relocated paper machine to produce recycled fluting and liner grades, according to Valmet. The project will extend the life cycle of a machine originally manufactured by Valmet while simultaneously increasing Wuzhou Special Paper's production capacity. The reconfigured paper machine is scheduled to start up in early 2027

"This investment marks a significant step forward in our strategy to expand capacity and strengthen our position in the packaging market,” says Zhang Yanchen, deputy general manager of Wuzhou Special Paper.

“As the original equipment supplier, Valmet provides solutions that meet Wuzhou’s product quality targets and maximize investment saving. Over the past few years, we have also invested in several other key technologies from Valmet. We value the strong and active relationship we have built with Valmet and look forward to continuing our collaboration."

Wuzhou Special Paper Group Co. Ltd. was founded in 2008, and produces food wrapping paper, glassine paper, tracing paper, transfer printing paper and special fine paper.

"We are proud to support Wuzhou Special Paper in this exceptional rebuild project, which not only extends the life cycle of existing machinery but also sets a new benchmark in the industry,” says Pekka Tolvanen, a sales manager with Valmet.

“Once completed, the machine will be the widest containerboard machine in China, with an impressive wire width of 11.3 meters. This project reflects the strength of our long-standing and active relationship with Wuzhou, who has repeatedly chosen Valmet to supply rebuilds and new winders in recent years.”