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Kemira Launches Strength Resin Plant in Estella

At a glance
  • The new plant in Estella, Spain, produces high-efficiency strength resins.
  • These resins are used in tissue, laminate, specialty, and packaging boards.
  • The plant serves markets in Western Europe, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.
  • Advanced production technologies ensure the highest purity and efficiency.

New Plant in Estella

Kemira has commenced production at its new strength resin plant in Estella, Spain. The facility produces high-efficiency, premium quality strength resins used in tissue, laminate, specialty, and packaging boards, including food and liquid packaging.

Market Demand

The production of tissue, paper, and board grades is increasing in Western Europe, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. The new plant is strategically positioned to meet the needs of customers in these growing markets.

Advanced Technologies

The Estella plant employs advanced production technologies to ensure the highest purity and efficiency of wet strength resins. This is crucial for meeting current and future standards in the tissue, paper, and board industry, particularly in stringent markets like Germany.

Strategic Investment

This investment in strength resin production addresses the rising demand for tissue, packaging boards, and specialty papers. It also enhances Kemira's capabilities for future growth in the pulp and paper industry.