ATLANTA (February 18, 2021) – Each year, TAPPI recognizes scientific achievement, outstanding leadership, professional excellence, and service to the industry and its communities.
ABCFP honours forest professionals for outstanding work and contributions in 2020
(Vancouver)—The Association of BC Forest Professionals (ABCFP) honoured a handful of worthy forest professionals at its 2021 annual conference for their outstanding service and contributions to bettering the practice of forestry across the province.
Graphic Packaging Announces New Board Member
ATLANTA, Feb. 17, 2021 -- Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK) announced today that Mary K. Rhinehart has joined its board of directors, effective February 16.
International Paper's Board of Directors Elects DG Macpherson
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Feb. 18, 2021 -- International Paper Company (NYSE: IP) announced the election of DG Macpherson to its Board of Directors effective March 1, 2021.
DS Smith’s Recycling Division Announces New Regional Managing Director
FTSE100 DS Smith, the leading sustainable packaging company and Europe’s largest recycler of paper and cardboard, has today announced the appointment of Mike Harrison as Managing Director of Recycling in Southern Europe.
Giovacchino Giurlani is the new Managing Director of Körber Tissue’s Fold Division
Giovacchino Giurlani is the new Managing Director of the Fold Division of Körbers Business Area Tissue, the most advanced and complete supplier in the world of technologies dedicated to tissue.
Celebrating International Women & Girls in Science Day with Shannon Million-Bell
To celebrate International Women & Girls in Science Day, we’re sharing of the stories of female employees who practice science every day at a Paper Excellence mills.
Celebrating International Women & Girls in Science Day with Yu Sun
To celebrate International Women & Girls in Science Day, we’re sharing of the stories of female employees who practice science every day at a Paper Excellence mills.
International Paper's Board Elects Anton V. Vincent; Also Announces Retirement of Two Board Members
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Feb. 9, 2021 -- International Paper Company (NYSE: IP) announced the election of Anton V. Vincent to its Board of Directors effective March 1, 2021.
AF&PA Elects Michael Doss as New Board Chair, Announces Officers at Winter Board of Directors Meeting
WASHINGTON - The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today announced the election of Graphic Packaging International, LLC, President and CEO Michael Doss as the new AF&PA Board Chair and released its 2021 slate of AF&PA Board Officers.
Charging toward growth, insights from Sonoco’s Palace Stepps
Years ago, an inspiring leader named Willis Potts told a then college senior he would be qualified to be in the paper and wood products industry, but first Potts needed to know how he would treat his people.
FEFCO welcomes new Secretary General
Brussels, 29 January 2021 - FEFCO is pleased to announce the appointment of Eleni Despotou as the new Secretary General by the Board of Directors. Eleni will start her position on 1st February 2021, replacing Angelika Christ, FEFCO Secretary General since 2007, who will retire.
Janne Rantanen appointed VP, Mill Manager of Metsä Group's Rauma pulp mill as of 1 April 2021
Janne Rantanen, M.Sc. (Eng.), has been appointed VP, Mill Manager of the Metsä Group's Rauma pulp mill as of 1 April 2021, as the current Mill Manager Ari-Pekka Vanamo starts as the VP, Mill Manager of Metsä Group's Äänekoski bioproduct mill.
Konecranes President and CEO comments on first year in the role
Konecranes President and CEO Rob Smith today gave the following comments to mark his first year in the role:
Verso Corporation Names Randy J. Nebel as President and CEO
MIAMISBURG, Ohio, Jan. 28, 2021 -- Verso Corporation (NYSE: VRS) today announced the appointment of Randy J. Nebel as President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Nebel has served as interim President and Chief Executive Officer since October 2020 and has been a member of Verso's Board of Directors since November 2019.
Changing of the guard at PPEC: Rachel Kagan to head paper packaging’s environmental council
January 26, 2021 (Brampton, ON) - The environmental council for Canada’s paper packaging industry is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Kagan as its new Executive Director, effective February 1st.
Get to know the new Managing Director of our Recycling Division
As the new MD of our Recycling division, Rogier is responsible for our recycling operations across Europe.
Resolute Announces Appointment of Sylvain A. Girard as Chief Financial Officer
MONTRÉAL, Jan. 18, 2021 - Resolute Forest Products Inc. (NYSE: RFP) (TSX: RFP) today announced that Sylvain A. Girard will join the company and be appointed as senior vice president and chief financial officer as of March 2, 2021.
Wisconsin's First Female Chief Forester Says Profession Must Become More Diverse
Achieving a social, economic and ecological balance is critical when it comes to managing Wisconsin’s 17 million acres of forest, says Chief State Forester Heather Berklund.
Meet Maddison Dockum, Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Student with Irving Tissue
Maddison Dockum is a mechanical engineering student attending the University at Buffalo. She is in her second co-op term with Irving Tissue Fort Edward.
Wilson named Domtar's Kingsport mill manager
KINGSPORT — Domtar Corp. announced on Thursday that Troy Wilson has been named the new Kingsport mill manager, effective immediately.
Rayonier Advanced Materials Announces Interim Management Changes In Its High Purity Cellulose And Pulp Businesses
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE:RYAM) (the “Company”) announced changes to the management structure in its High Purity Cellulose segment and Pulp business.