On Thursday, Atlanta-based packaging manufacturer WestRock Co. (NYSE: WRK) announced it would invest at least $47 million to expand its Claremont manufacturing capabilities.
Two workers trapped after scaffold collapse at Domtar plant in Eastern Townships
WINDSOR, Que. — Two people remain trapped in the debris after a multi-storey scaffold collapsed overnight at a paper mill in Quebec's Eastern Townships.
West Fraser to Acquire U.S. South OSB Mill
Vancouver, B.C. - West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. ("West Fraser" or the "Company") (TSX and NYSE: WFG) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Georgia Pacific’s oriented strand board (“OSB”) mill near Allendale, South Carolina for approximately $280 million.
Regina area farmers agree to supply so far about one third of straw needed for new straw pulp mill in Regina
Officials with Red Leaf Pulp are pleased with farm response to public meetings on the proposed 350 million dollar straw-based pulp mill in Regina. Meetings were held earlier this month in Milestone, Indian Head and Pense.
BC moving back to more prescriptive forestry management
The B.C. government plans to move back to a more prescriptive approach to forestry -- one that gives First Nations and communities more say on how harvesting is done, and puts more emphasis on forest health.
In-Place Machining Company Acquires Oasis Alignment Services
Strategic Partnership Expands Precision Field Service Capabilities and Strengthens Commitment to Customer Service Excellence
Is this Recyclable? Extreme Edition
We get a lot of questions about is this recyclable or not. We also see a lot of things put into the residential recycling bin that might be considered outrageous.
Columbia Pulp Mill Increases production of Eco-Friendly Fiber, Columbia Gold
DAYTON—Columbia Pulp LLC has resumed operation of its first-of-its-kind mill near Dayton, Wash. Idled between April, 2020 and June, 2021 due to the pandemic, the company used that time to implement numerous process improvements and has resumed production.
National Forest Products Week: 5 Facts About Goods From the Woods
It’s National Forest Products Week in the United States — a prime opportunity to learn just how important our forests are to everyday life.
National Forest Products Week Celebrates Essential People and Products
From paper towels to tissues and toilet paper, or boxes used to protect an online order, as well as printing and writing papers that help facilitate reading and communication and wood products found throughout your home. It’s hard to imagine a day without using these sustainable forest products.
N.B. city explores an overlooked heat source: its own industries
Saint John studies how waste bioheat from pulp mill, other industries could heat uptown buildings
Northern Pulp advancing transformation plan: Progressing with EA registration, reaching out to communities, while protecting its legal rights
ABERCROMBIE, NS October 19, 2021 – Today, Northern Pulp Nova Scotia (Northern Pulp) is sharing an update on its commitment to using the best available technology to transform the kraft pulp mill into one of the world’s cleanest, most environmentally-focused mills.
J.D. Irving gets last word at glyphosate hearings
J.D. Irving, the largest forestry company in New Brunswick, presented to the Standing Committee examining glyphosate use in our forest on the final day of public hearings late last month.
West Fraser to Acquire U.S. South Lumber Mill
Vancouver, B.C. - West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. ("West Fraser" or the "Company") (TSX and NYSE: WFG) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Angelina Forest Products lumber mill located in Lufkin, Texas for approximately $300 million, subject to certain post-closing adjustments.
National Forest Products Week Shines a Spotlight on People in the Forest Products Industry
This is the 61st anniversary of the week-long celebration from October 17-23
Roseburg completes purchase of 30,000 acres of Southern U.S. Timberland
Springfield, Ore. – Roseburg announced today that it has completed the purchase of approximately 30,000 acres of timberland in the southern United States from Forest Investment Associates (FIA).
Celebrating National Waste Reduction Week's 20th Anniversary
This October is the 20th anniversary of National Waste Reduction Week, a time used to celebrate the collective efforts of Canadians to protect the environment and work towards a sustainable future. We invite you to join us as we reflect on just a few of the ways our companies have strived to operate on a reduce, reuse, and recycle mentality.
Sonoco Announces Price Increase for Paperboard Tubes and Cores
Graphic Packaging Holding Company Announces Receipt of All Required Regulatory Approvals for Pending Acquisition with AR Packaging
ATLANTA, Oct. 13, 2021 -- Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), ("Graphic Packaging"), a leading provider of sustainable fiber-based packaging solutions for a wide variety of products to food, beverage, foodservice, and other consumer products companies, today announced that all required regulatory approvals to complete the proposed acquisition of AR Packaging Group AB have now been received.
Resolute employees plant a tree to honor residential school survivors
On September 30, people across Canada observed the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, reflecting on the ongoing harms to Indigenous communities resulting from the residential school system.
Greif, Inc. Announces a $60 Per Ton Price Increase on All Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) Grades and a minimum 7% Increase on Tube and Core and Protective Packaging Products
DELAWARE, Ohio, October 12, 2021 -- Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, announced today that it is implementing a $60 per ton price increase for all grades of uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) and a minimum 7.0 percent increase on all tube and core and protective packaging products.
Resolute to Host Management Call to Discuss Third Quarter 2021 Results
MONTREAL, Oct. 14, 2021 - Resolute Forest Products Inc. (NYSE: RFP) (TSX: RFP) expects to announce its third quarter financial results on November 4, 2021, at 7:00 a.m. (ET), and to hold a conference call to discuss the results at 9:00 a.m. (ET).