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Solenis has completed its previously announced acquisition of the paper process chemicals business of Kolb Distribution Ltd. The deal also includes a long-term supply agreement, in which the KLK Kolb Group will manufacture paper process chemicals exclusively for Solenis. “Bringing together the Kolb team with our consumer solutions business adds to our ability to deliver expanded offerings and provide cost-effective solutions for our EMEA pulp and paper customers. Kolb’s portfolio includes the latest innovations in deposit control, cleaning and foam control agents that will strengthen our commitment to providing more value to our customers,” said John Panichella, CEO, Solenis.

Neenah, a leading global manufacturer of specialty materials, is announcing that it has joined the Soteria Battery Innovation Group (BIG), a consortium of 100+ companies representing different developers and users across the lithium-ion battery ecosystem. The consortium is committed to using new technology to bring safer batteries to the market, which aligns directly with Neenah's passion for innovation and the company's emphasis on safety. Lithium-ion batteries continue to dominate the battery market, with projected growth from $41B in sales in 2021 to over $110B by 2030. Neenah will utilize its significant expertise in nonwovens to pursue fiber-based separator applications that can meet users' short and long-term needs.

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. is pleased to announce additional product offerings for Astrolite PC 100, the luxurious and sustainable fine papers crafted with 100% post-consumer waste (PCW) recycled fiber. Created with a high-fidelity six-color printing process (CMYKOG), the new Astrolite PC 100 swatchbook results in a stunning visual that demonstrates the possibilities when printing on highly crafted recycled papers. These grades are perfect for annual reports, CSR reports, fashion lookbooks, catalogs, product brochures, newsletters, presentation kits, portfolios, pocket folders, corporate stationery, and premium packaging. In addition to the featured print demonstrations, the new Astrolite PC 100 swatchbook features the recently expanded full slate of its three separate product lines: Astrolite PC 100 Velvet, Astrolite PC 100 Smooth, and Astrolite PC 100 Digital+, including a wider range of sheet sizes certified for HP Indigo.