VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 17, 2020 - Canfor announced today it has reached multi-year $30-million agreements with Peak Renewables involving the sale of the Company's forest tenure in the Fort Nelson region of British Columbia.
The Cascades thermoformed cardboard tray wins two food innovation awards from the Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec
KINGSEY FALLS, QC, Nov. 20, 2020 - Cascades (TSX: CAS), a leader in eco-friendly recycling, packaging and hygiene solutions, is the winner of two 2020 CTAQ Food Innovation Awards for its unique product in North America: a 100% recycled and recyclable thermoformed cardboard tray.
COVID-19 demand shift opens door for recycled fiber
Nine Dragons is shifting toward recycled packaging at a U.S. mill, citing an “unprecedented” decline in demand for printing and writing paper.
Forestry, Conservation and Environmental CEOs Establish Common Ground on the Role of Private Working Forests as a Natural Climate Solution
48 CEOs agree on common vision for increasing the contribution of forests and forest products to climate mitigation
Forestry Essential to Alberta’s Economic Recovery
Edmonton, November 16, 2020 – Today, the Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) testified before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Natural Resources. Jason Krips, President and CEO of the AFPA, spoke about the importance of forestry to the economic recovery in Alberta, particularly in light of COVID-19 and downturns in the energy sector.
Tolko announces joint venture lumber mill in Alabama
VERNON, B.C. — Tolko Industries (U.S.) Ltd. and Jasper Lumber Company are pleased to announce a 50-50 joint-venture partnership in an existing sawmill, shavings business, whole log chipper, and trucking operations in Jasper, Alabama.
Members of Williams Lake Fire Department knock down blaze at West Fraser mill
Members of the Williams Lake Fire Department (WLFD) fought a fire at the West Fraser mill early Monday morning, Nov. 16.
Cardboard boxes in high demand this holiday season
In a pandemic, retailers kind of have to take the sales they can get. But the expected shift to online shopping over the holidays this year is going cost them.
Appvion Introduces Mission Zero™ Recyclable Hot And Cold Beverage Cup Stocks
Appleton, Wisconsin, November 16, 2020 – Appvion Operations, Inc., announces the first of a comprehensive line of Sustainable Packaging Papers under the MISSION ZERO™ brand with the introduction of recyclable hot and cold beverage grades.
AF&PA Supports U.S. Department of Commerce’s Preliminary Ruling in Circumvention Inquiry on Uncoated Paper From China
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding an affirmative and preliminary ruling in a circumvention inquiry, involving uncoated paper sheeter rolls from China on existing antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders.
Georgia-Pacific Completes $100 Million Expansion of Bowling Green Dixie Facility
Expansion increases production of plates and bowls, adds more than 70 new jobs
Active negotiations lift hopes that idled Duluth paper mill may be revived
The identity of an interested prospective buyer remains under wraps, but any sale likely would involve a massive investment to convert the plant's production to materials used in packaging.
City of Cranbrook proposing sale of former Tembec Lands for $6M
The City of Cranbrook is proposing to sell the former Tembec industrial lands for $6 million.
City and Corner Brook Pulp and Paper proceed with wastewater study
CORNER BROOK, N.L. — The City of Corner Brook and Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Ltd. are proceeding with a study on the feasibility of partnering on co-treatment of wastewater.
Enhance Your Facility's Hygiene With Cascades PRO Tandem® Dispensers
Tandem® Electronic Roll Tower Dispenser meets growing demand for touchless hygiene technology.
Maine’s logging industry is suffering and its future is unclear
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Officials say the logging industry is struggling. Paper usage across the country is down roughly 20 percent compared to last year according to the American Forest and Paper Association.
Dryden to talk with Domtar about a "meaningful" way to keep mill viable
Dryden city council will sit down with Domtar officials in the coming weeks to see if there is "meaningful discussion" to be had, which could lower some of the operating costs of the northwestern Ontario pulp mill.
Resolute wins Green Company of the Year from BIG Awards for Business
We are pleased to announce earlier today Resolute was recognized as the Green Company of the Year(Enterprise/Manufacturing) by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG).
Aid package that saved N.S. paper mill goes before trade tribunal
Resolute Forest Products is claiming $100M in damages from Canada
Domtar and Kingsport Continue Partnership with Land Swap
Along with our entry into the containerboard market, the changes at our Kingsport Mill in Tennessee bring new recreational opportunities thanks to a land swap with the city of Kingsport for park land near downtown.
Council of Forest Industries hopeful Biden-Harris administration can end softwood lumber squabble
There’s a glimmer of hope the ongoing softwood lumber dispute between Canada and the United States might come to an end under the Biden-Harris administration.
AF&PA Comments on 2020 Presidential Election
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement in response to major news organizations declaring the presidential election outcome: