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Material solutions company
upm.com- Headquarters
- Helsinki, Finland
- Company type
- Public company
- Number of employees
- 10,000+
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Latest news about UPM
In short: UPM approved a plan to separate its Plywood business into a new listed company, WISA Group Plc, following strong Q1 2026 financial results.
Company announcements
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UPM introduces QuickStick™ receipt materials
The materials stick to various QSR packaging, offer Peel, Hold, and Seal options, reduce printer issues, and emphasize performance, precision, and sustainability. Unveiled at NRAShow2026.
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UPM, Michelman and BOBST introduce bio-based paper packaging concepts
The concepts comply with EU packaging rules like SUPD, offering strong barriers, heat sealability, recyclability, and compostability for applications such as tea bags and cookies.
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UPM introduces UPM ProCycle label solutions
The portfolio offers recycling-compatible adhesives for PET and HDPE packaging in beverage, food, and personal care. It ensures clean separation during recycling and will expand.
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UPM ranks among leading companies in Dow Jones Sustainability Indices
UPM is the only company in its sector included in the DJSI World and European Indices for 2025–2026. It highlights UPM's environmental, social, and governance leadership.
Media coverage
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UPM, Michelman and BOBST develop paper packaging concepts for EU rules
UPM Specialty Materials, Michelman and BOBST have worked together on two paper-based packaging...
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The Board of Directors of UPM-Kymmene Corporation has approved a demerger plan concerning the separation of the Plywood business into a new listed company
UPM-Kymmene Corporation ("UPM", the "Company") announced on September 23, 2025, a strategic review of the UPM Plywood business area to assess options for maximizing its...
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UPM and BASF accelerate the transition to recyclable, fiber-based packaging
UPM Specialty Materials (UPM) and BASF are collaborating to help brand owners, converters and formulators accelerate the transition to recyclable, fiber-based packaging solutions. By combining...
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UPM to split - plywood business becoming its own listed company
With the split, four factories in Finland would transfer to the new company, where about 1,600 people work. Open image viewer UPM Plywood manufactures plywood and veneer in Finland at four...
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