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Amazon Replaces 95% of Plastic Air Pillows in North America with Paper Filler

Amazon has taken a significant step towards sustainable e-commerce by eliminating plastic delivery packaging at its automated fulfillment center in Euclid, Ohio.

Södra's Investment: Pioneering World's Largest Kraft Lignin Facility

Södra, a Swedish forest company, is making a significant move to become the world's largest producer of kraft lignin.

McKinley Paper Mill in Port Angeles to Lay Off Nearly 200 Employees

Port Angeles, WA - McKinley Paper Mill in Port Angeles is set to lay off 193 employees starting August 25th, as detailed in an email sent to staff last week.

VPK Group reports strong results in 2023

VPK Group delivered solid performance in 2023. Thanks to our integrated business model, diverse product portfolio and strong customer base, we adapted agilely to market dynamics and strategically invested in projects to support future growth.

AF&PA Welcomes SCOTUS Ruling on Good Neighbor Ruling and Chevron Deference

WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s recent decisions to stay the Environmental Protection Agency’s “Good Neighbor” plan and overturn the longstanding Chevron precedent:

Berry Global and Glatfelter Move Closer to Merger with Regulatory Approval

Berry Global Group and Glatfelter Corporation are one step closer to finalizing their proposed merger, having secured all necessary regulatory approvals.

European Pulp and Paper Industry Market Outlook

The European pulp and paper industry is currently at a pivotal point, encountering a mix of unprecedented challenges and promising opportunities.

Monika Patel to succeed François Dufresne as President and CEO of Forest Stewardship Council Canada

Montreal, QC, June 19, 2024 – The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) Canada is delighted to announce the appointment of Monika Patel as its new President and CEO, effective January 1, 2025.

Explore FSC Canada’s achievements during 2023 in our Annual Report

Inside you will meet the entire FSC Canada team, discover how we are supporting the implementation and measurement of our National Forest Stewardship Standard (NFSS), climate and ecosystem services updates, and of FSC’s continued efforts to build brand awareness, increase market uptake and certification to help achieve our goal of keeping forests for all, forever.

Innovative Sustainability Measures by Pulp and Paper Industry Leaders

Every month, the pulp and paper industry garners attention with its dynamic partnerships, innovative product launches, and sustainability-focused initiatives.

Canada’s Forest Sector Welcomes New National Wildland Fire Strategy

Adequate Investment and Policy Support Needed to Ensure Success: Nighbor

FPInnovations’ Pulp, Paper, and Bioproducts Course announced for fall 2024

FPInnovations’ Pulp, Paper, and Bioproducts Course is back by popular demand!

EPIQ increases its automation capacity with a new division: NOVIMEQ Automation

Montreal (Canada) and Pune (India), June 26, 2024 – EPIQ Machinery Chief Executive Officer, Éloïse Harvey, ADF Engineering Plant Head, Bhushan Bachhav, and NOVIMEQ Automation Managing Director, Rishabh Kaushik and Services Director, Rupali Kaushik are announcing proudly the inauguration of their new spinoff entity: NOVIMEQ Automation.

ABB helps business map a route to energy efficiency savings with new online calculator

ABB helps business map a route to energy efficiency savings with new online calculator

Taking the lead in digital transformation

UPM Pulp aims to be an industry forerunner in digital solutions. The new Pulp Connect customer portal is the first step in digitalising the customer journey.

SPPS: Your expert partner in pulp equipment maintenance

SPPS, the new division of Sherbrooke-based PMI Group, specializes in maintaining pulp preparation and filtration equipment for paper mills across North America.

White Pigeon Paperboard Mill

Ox Industries purchased the White Pigeon Paperboard Mill in 2020. At the time of purchase, the mill was non-operational, laid off its workforce, and lacked sustainability standards.

Ingenious Threader Winder Revolutionizes Safety at Martinsville Corrugated, a Georgia-Pacific Corrugated facility

Martinsville Corrugated, a manufacturer of corrugated sheets, is celebrating a win for both safety and efficiency.

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Voith employee inducted into Paper Industry International Hall of Fame

APPLETON, Wisconsin. On June 19, 2024, Christian Schiel, a former Voith employee, was posthumously inducted into the Paper Industry International Hall of Fame (PIIHOF) in recognition of his many innovative developments that contributed greatly to modern paper machine designs.