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Dutch partnership publishes implementation guidance for sensor-based continence care
The report covers implementation conditions and financial scenarios, rather than universal savings or product approval.
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JOA announces completion of its acquisition of Cellulose Converting Solutions
Curt G. Joa announced on January 5, 2026 that its acquisition of Cellulose Converting Solutions, or CCS, had closed on December 22, 2025.
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Yuhan-Kimberly award announcement describes reusable incontinence underwear concept
Yuhan-Kimberly announced on December 30, 2025, that it had received a Gyeonggi provincial governor's commendation for contributions to social innovation. The presentation took place on December 29 at…
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Fibertex invests in inline printing for wetness indicators and functional coatings
A German printing investment enables inline application of wetness indicators and functional treatments for hygiene components.
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Ghana FDA registration guidance covers adult diapers amid market checks
Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority treats both baby and adult diapers as products requiring registration, according to a Ghana News Agency report dated December 18, 2025. The report…
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China lists an industry standard for adult-diaper forming and packaging lines
China’s official standards platform lists JB/T 15330-2025, an industry standard for adult-diaper and pad forming, processing and packaging production lines. It records publication on December 17, 2025 and…
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Suzano starts a new fluff-pulp line serving adult diapers and other absorbent products
The flexible Brazilian line can produce Eucafluff or market pulp; the announced capacity is not a measure of actual output.
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BASF, Essity and TU Wien report a gasification pilot for used diaper waste
BASF announced on December 11, 2025 that it had worked with Essity and TU Wien on a pilot for converting used diapers and other absorbent hygiene products into…
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Unicharm describes dry-wash research for diaper recycling
Unicharm announced on December 9, 2025, that it had begun developing a dry-washing process for recycling used disposable diapers with FujiClean in Ayagawa Town, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. Drawing…
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Toi Labs announces a $2.35 million NIH/NIA Phase II research grant
The company announced research funding for its toilet-based monitoring work. The award is distinct from completed clinical research or approval.
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Essity reorganizes TENA business reporting
Essity published comparative financial figures on December 2, 2025, ahead of introducing four business areas on January 1, 2026: Health & Medical, Personal Care, Consumer Tissue and Professional…
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aba raises funding for Helppad development and overseas expansion plans
aba announced a funding round on December 1, 2025, led by the TAKANAWA GATEWAY investment fund, with several other investors participating. The company said the funds would support…