Why Are Lawmakers Rushing EPR for Packaging and Paper Products in Minnesota?
Ahlstrom strengthens its support to the tape industry by expanding the production of creped base paper in the USA
Ahlstrom, the global leader in masking and packaging tape base papers, has finalized an investment to upgrade and convert a paper machine in its Thilmany plant in Wisconsin, USA, to produce stretchable creped base papers for masking tape and is now ramping up the production.
Nature Conservancy of Canada receives generous land donation from Cascades
Critical bog and forest habitat to be protected to help many wildlife
Reducing GHG Emissions in Our Woodlands Operations: From Hybrid Harvesters to Truck Platooning
When it comes to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, much of our work has focused on evaluating and improving our manufacturing processes and investing in innovative, clean energy solutions.
Sonoco Implementing Price Increase for Uncoated Recycled Paperboard in Europe
Kimberly-Clark Unveils Next Chapter of Strategic Transformation to Unlock Highest Value Growth Opportunities
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) announced that today, Mike Hsu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and members of his executive leadership team are unveiling the next phase of the company's transformation, including a new operating model and key commercial initiatives designed to grow its brands and businesses at a faster pace than its categories.
Bidding War Heats Up for Packaging Giant DS Smith
The race to acquire DS Smith, a leading player in the paper and packaging industry, has intensified with International Paper throwing its hat into the ring.
Greif Completes Acquisition of Ipackchem
Wisconsin Rapids Mill to Get New Life as Investment Group Purchases Idle Facility
The Wisconsin Rapids Mill, shuttered in 2020 due to declining demand for coated printing paper, is set for a new chapter.
Cascades is celebrating its 60th anniversary today
KINGSEY FALLS, QC , March 26, 2024 - Cascades is delighted to be celebrating its 60th anniversary today.
Royale®, a Trusted Canadian Tissue Brand for Over 60 Years, Launches A New Premium Diaper
Dieppe, New Brunswick, March 26, 2024 – Canadians have trusted Royale tissue products for over 60 years and now the brand welcomes a new member to its family, baby diapers.
IoT-MFG and Huma Environmental to collaborate on end-to-end Environmental Solution
Cedar Park, Texas and Phoenix, Arizona - IoT-MFG, a leading provider of Industrial Environmental IoT solutions for the Pulp and Paper Industry, and Huma Environmental, a leader in wastewater bio-remediation, have announced a first ever collaboration between an Environmental IoT solution provider and a Wastewater services provider.
Menasha Packaging Company Announces $70 million Expansion and Investment in Midwest Region
NEENAH, Wis., March 19, 2024 -- Menasha Packaging Company, LLC, the largest independent, retail-focused packaging and merchandising solutions provider in the United States with a network of design centers, manufacturing plants, contract packaging, and fulfillment service centers, plans to infuse $70 million in capital into its Richmond, Indiana footprint as part of an ongoing U.S. network modernization initiative.
Pulp mill acquisition by Calgary rail company sets stage for world-scale industrial hub
CALGARY, AB, March 19, 2024 - Representing an important win in the bottleneck battle faced by Western Canada's resource industries, Buffalo Rail & Infrastructure Corporation ("Buffalo") is pleased to announce the $7 million acquisition of Canfor Pulp Products' pulp mill assets, including 300+ acres of heavy industrial land, in Taylor, BC.
Mondi's Acquisition of Hinton Pulp Mill Marks Major Expansion in Canadian Market
Mondi welcomes Hinton Pulp mill into its group.
Local Chamber Names Nekoosa Mill Large Business of the Year
The Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce recently named our Nekoosa Mill as its 2023 Large Business of the Year. The Nekoosa Mill award is a highlight in the mill’s history.
International Day of Forests
The International Day of Forests, observed on March 21st, raises awareness about the vital role forests play in biodiversity, climate regulation, and human livelihoods.
Skogforsk and FPInnovations Revitalize Collaboration for Forestry Advancements
Skogforsk's CEO, Charlotte Bengtsson, and FPInnovations' CEO, Stéphane Renou, have cemented a promising alliance with the signing of a renewed agreement.
AF&PA Supports Congressional Engagement on European Union Deforestation Regulation
Urges Consideration for U.S. Pulp and Paper Industry
ProAmpac Acquires UP Paper
CINCINNATI – March 19, 2024 – ProAmpac, a global leader in flexible packaging and material science, today announced the acquisition of UP Paper, a leading producer of recycled kraft paper. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Tragedy Strikes: Investigating the Fatal Accident at Weyerhaeuser Sawmill
In a somber turn of events, tragedy struck at the Weyerhaeuser sawmill in Vanceboro, Craven County, as a worker lost his life in an industrial accident on Sunday.
Forestry Workers’ Summit unites workers in effort to strengthen sector
VICTORIA—Rank-and-file forestry workers, union leaders, policymakers, and researchers gathered to hash out solutions to the crisis facing British Columbia’s forestry industry during a policy summit on March 12 in Victoria.