Extremely focused
Swedish mill Håfreströms is carving a niche for itself in coated matte grades. A PPI special report discovers how the company developed its new Arctic product line and what lessons it can teach other medium-sized mills.

Coat of many colors
In PPI's annual report on the coating sector, Jonathan Roberts looks at strategies for survival in these tough times. And our national editors bring us news on the latest developments from around the world, plus those all-important numbers.
The survey | The figures 

The trouble with digital prints
The increasing popularity of digital printing technologies may be good news for publishers and consumers alike, but, as Axel Fischer explains, deinking difficulties could give paper recycling systems indigestion.

Making the most of the 'Urban Forest'
With the paper industry committed to increasing its use of secondary fiber, improving each stage of the cycle is a must. Graham Moore looks at the latest developments in recovered paper.

The case for acacia
Following the rise of eucalyptus, another hardwood species, acacia, is looking to make the grade with pulp buyers. Jonathan Roberts examines its chances.

Cover picture: Tom Grow Photography