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Port Hawkesbury Paper Reports Sustainability Gains Port Hawkesbury Paper Reports Sustainability Gains
9/7/2026
Port Hawkesbury Paper has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining developments in renewable electricity, forest stewardship, environmental reporting, workplace safety and product innovation.
Metsä Board to Modernize Kemi Mill Winder Metsä Board to Modernize Kemi Mill Winder
9/5/2026
Metsä Board will modernize the board machine winder at its Kemi mill in Finland to improve product quality, production efficiency and supply chain reliability.
FSC Canada 2025 Annual Report – A year of growth FSC Canada 2025 Annual Report – A year of growth
9/3/2026
We are pleased to share that FSC Canada’s 2025 Annual Report is now published and available for your review.
Stora Enso ramping up Imatra mill after tank explosion Stora Enso ramping up Imatra mill after tank explosion
9/1/2026
An explosion in a tall oil tank in the early hours of 18 August temporarily disrupted operations at Stora Enso’s integrated board and pulp mill in Imatra.
"This is a landmark win for American hardwood” "This is a landmark win for American hardwood”
8/29/2026
In a victory for U.S. manufacturers of hardwood and decorative plywood (HDP), the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) made a unanimous affirmative final determination finding that the U.S. HDP industry has been materially injured by dumped and subsidized imports of HDP from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam
Power Wood Agrees C$84M Black Pellet Financing Power Wood Agrees C$84M Black Pellet Financing
8/26/2026
Power Wood Holdings has agreed terms for an investment of up to C$84 million from Chair Capital to advance two planned black pellet plants in northern Alberta. The financing remains subject to definitive agreements, evidence of third-party construction funding and other closing conditions.
Domtar Idles Howe Sound Mill Indefinitely Domtar Idles Howe Sound Mill Indefinitely
8/24/2026
Domtar will indefinitely idle its Howe Sound mill and Bayview Fibre chipping facility in Port Mellon, British Columbia, affecting approximately 400 employees.
EU packaging rules take effect with PFAS limits EU packaging rules take effect with PFAS limits
8/22/2026
The European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) begins to apply across the bloc on August 12, introducing harmonised requirements and an immediate restriction on PFAS in food-contact packaging.
Kadant Black Clawson Starts Up New Green Liquor System at Södra Cell Mörrum Kadant Black Clawson Starts Up New Green Liquor System at Södra Cell Mörrum
8/19/2026
LEBANON, Ohio — August 10, 2026 — Kadant Black Clawson LLC, a subsidiary of Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI), recently announced the successful startup of a new green liquor system at Södra’s mill in Mörrum, Sweden.
UPM targets newsprint production at Caledonian mill UPM targets newsprint production at Caledonian mill
8/17/2026
The impending end of domestic newsprint production in the UK will not leave the market entirely reliant on imported paper after all.
UK loses domestic liquid carton recycling capacity as Sonoco Stainland halts reprocessing UK loses domestic liquid carton recycling capacity as Sonoco Stainland halts reprocessing
8/15/2026
The Alliance for Beverage Cartons and the Environment (ACE) UK is in advanced discussions over plans for new carton pulping lines at paper mills in the UK after Sonoco stopped reprocessing liquid cartons at its Stainland mill.
Interfor Shifts Corporate Support to Georgia Interfor Shifts Corporate Support to Georgia
8/10/2026
Interfor is reorganizing its corporate presence around Peachtree City, Georgia, where the lumber producer intends to centralize many of the administrative and support activities currently handled from Burnaby, British Columbia.
Ence returns to profit as pulp market improves Ence returns to profit as pulp market improves
8/8/2026
Ence returned to profitability in the second quarter of 2026, reporting a net profit of €0.5 million as recovering pulp prices and lower production costs supported earnings recovery.
SCA sees signs of improving balance in NBSK pulp market SCA sees signs of improving balance in NBSK pulp market
8/5/2026
Swedish forest products group SCA sees signs that the global softwood pulp market is moving closer to a better balance between supply and demand.
Voith announces launch of MegaDrive Voith announces launch of MegaDrive
8/3/2026
Voith announces the launch of MegaDrive, a next-generation rubber wire drive roll cover designed to improve traction, reduce wear and minimize maintenance effort in the forming section of paper and board machines.
Metsä Board opens design studio in Milan Metsä Board opens design studio in Milan
8/1/2026
Metsä Board has opened a new packaging design studio in Milan, Italy, to accelerate packaging development in collaboration with customers, particularly across its key European markets.
Stora Enso targets 90% material circularity by 2030 Stora Enso targets 90% material circularity by 2030
7/29/2026
Stora Enso has set a target to achieve 90% material circularity in its direct operations by 2030, adopting a broader framework for measuring material circularity across its business. The company reported a 2025 baseline of 79%.
BC Community Forest Association AGM BC Community Forest Association AGM
7/27/2026
FSC Canada was pleased to attend the BC Community Forest Association Annual General Meeting, held in Vernon, BC, in early June.
Recycled containerboard producer Gemdoubs still in receivership Recycled containerboard producer Gemdoubs still in receivership
7/26/2026
French recycled containerboard producer Gemdoubs remains in receivership.
Smurfit Westrock partners with Coca-Cola on World Cup packaging Smurfit Westrock partners with Coca-Cola on World Cup packaging
7/23/2026
Smurfit Westrock partnered with Coca-Cola China to launch a series of innovative paper-based packaging solutions for the brand’s 2026 World Cup campaign, designed to deliver standout impact across both retail and e-commerce channels.
Kruger Launches Tuckamore Project for Corner Brook Mill Kruger Launches Tuckamore Project for Corner Brook Mill
7/21/2026
Kruger Inc. has launched the Tuckamore Project, a long-term revitalization initiative for its Corner Brook Pulp and Paper (CBPP) mill in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Domtar reports Q2 progress on 2030 sustainability goals Domtar reports Q2 progress on 2030 sustainability goals
7/19/2026
Domtar has reported further progress on its 2030 Sustainability Strategy, highlighting advances in environmental stewardship, people and communities, and responsible business in its Q2 2026 update.
Velvet Care to expand tissue converting capacity Velvet Care to expand tissue converting capacity
7/16/2026
Polish tissue paper and products manufacturer Velvet Care is pressing ahead with the development of its new coverting site in Sulęcin in western Poland, close to the German border.
AI-driven packaging design takes centre stage at Metsä Board's new Milan studio AI-driven packaging design takes centre stage at Metsä Board's new Milan studio
7/14/2026
Metsä Board is strengthening its presence in the European packaging market with the opening of a new packaging design centre in Milan. The investment is intended to enable customers to develop and test new packaging solutions in collaboration with the company from the earliest stages of the product development process.
Domsjö Advances Swedish Liquefied Biogas Project Domsjö Advances Swedish Liquefied Biogas Project
7/12/2026
Domsjö Fabriker is moving ahead with plans to produce liquefied biogas (LBG) from industrial biogas streams at its biorefinery in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. The project aims to reduce fossil fuel use in heavy transport while strengthening the country's energy security.
Södra Boosts Recycled Content in Timber Packaging Södra Boosts Recycled Content in Timber Packaging
7/9/2026
Södra is increasing the recycled content of its timber packaging to 70%, advancing its circular economy strategy while reducing the carbon footprint of its packaging operations.
Folbb's cartonboard mills in Baiersbronn and Eerbeek file for insolvency Folbb's cartonboard mills in Baiersbronn and Eerbeek file for insolvency
7/7/2026
Baiersbronn Frischfaserkarton, the German subsidiary of folding boxboard producer Folbb, has run into financial difficulties.
Industrial Data Moves Closer to the Mill Floor Industrial Data Moves Closer to the Mill Floor
7/5/2026
Industrial data becomes valuable when it reaches the people closest to production and when it reflects how the process runs.
Kruger Cuts CO₂ Emissions 13% at Sherbrooke Mill Kruger Cuts CO₂ Emissions 13% at Sherbrooke Mill
7/2/2026
Kruger Products expects to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 13% at its Sherbrooke, Quebec, tissue mill following the commissioning of a new heat recovery system on its TAD (Through-Air-Dried) tissue machine.
Decision on future of Fibre Excellence postponed Decision on future of Fibre Excellence postponed
6/30/2026
Fibre Excellence is France's last producer of market pulp for the paper industry
Cascades Unveils 2026–2030 Sustainability Plan Cascades Unveils 2026–2030 Sustainability Plan
6/28/2026
Cascades has unveiled its new 2026–2030 sustainability plan, titled Rising Together, outlining the company’s priorities and commitments for the next five years.
German recovered paper market returning to normal after “logistics chaos” German recovered paper market returning to normal after “logistics chaos”
6/22/2026
RCP exports currently sluggish but could become more attractive in July
Coreboard producer Cenpa is being liquidated Coreboard producer Cenpa is being liquidated
6/20/2026
Cenpa has been in financial difficulties for some time and will now shut down.
UPM Expands Adhesive Offering for Specialty Labels UPM Expands Adhesive Offering for Specialty Labels
6/17/2026
UPM is streamlining adhesive selection for complex label applications with a new range of purpose-built solutions tailored to specific end-use requirements. The company has introduced UPM PharmaSure™ for pharmaceutical packaging, UPM Vetro™ for wine and spirits, and UPM Endurance™ for oil and industrial chemicals, all within its UPM Raflatac™ portfolio.
AFT Launches MaxBarrier Screen AFT Launches MaxBarrier Screen
6/15/2026
AFT Launches MaxBarrier for Bale Wire Removal and Refiner Protection
Cellulose Films Advance Plastic-Free Packaging Cellulose Films Advance Plastic-Free Packaging
6/13/2026
A Finnish research initiative has developed fully cellulose-based films and coatings that could help advance plastic-free packaging while maintaining the performance of conventional plastics and improving end-of-life outcomes.
Saothair Capital Partners acquires EAM Corp. from Domtar Saothair Capital Partners acquires EAM Corp. from Domtar
6/11/2026
Saothair Capital Partners, LLC, a private equity firm focused exclusively on investing in middle-market manufacturing and industrial companies, announced it has completed the acquisition of EAM Corp. from Domtar Corporation through a newly-formed affiliate.
US proposes new tariffs over forced labour concerns US proposes new tariffs over forced labour concerns
6/9/2026
The United States has proposed new tariffs of ten and 12.5 per cent on imports from 60 economies, arguing that the countries concerned have failed to adequately prevent imports of goods produced with forced labour. The proposed measures were announced by the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) following a Section 301 investigation.
Strong demand from export markets pushes British recovered paper prices higher Strong demand from export markets pushes British recovered paper prices higher
6/7/2026
Fairly robust demand and persistently scant supply continued to shape the British recovered paper and board market in the month of May.
May brought logistical troubles but stable prices on France’s recovered paper market May brought logistical troubles but stable prices on France’s recovered paper market
6/3/2026
French paper mills navigated the traditionally difficult month of May without any major difficulties in recovered paper sourcing
Mondi: Packaging Key to eCommerce Loyalty Mondi: Packaging Key to eCommerce Loyalty
6/1/2026
While artificial intelligence is reshaping how consumers shop online, packaging remains a decisive factor in whether they return to a retailer, according to Mondi’s latest eCommerce trend report.
DS Smith and SOMFY Replace EPS With Corrugated DS Smith and SOMFY Replace EPS With Corrugated
5/30/2026
DS Smith and SOMFY have developed a recyclable corrugated packaging solution designed to replace expanded polystyrene (EPS) inserts used to transport roller shutter motors.
Industrial Shortages Have Been Addressed Industrial Shortages Have Been Addressed
5/25/2026
The head of the Industry Commission of the Iran Chamber of Commerce stated: “Industrial shortages have been resolved by replacing units and utilizing idle capacity, and production continues.”
Smurfit Westrock plans LSE delisting Smurfit Westrock plans LSE delisting
5/23/2026
Smurfit Westrock has announced plans to delist its shares from the London Stock Exchange (LSE). Following a delisting, the company will retain a sole listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).
Gifco reports 2025 another year of growth for Italy’s corrugated board industry Gifco reports 2025 another year of growth for Italy’s corrugated board industry
5/21/2026
The Italian corrugated board market continues on its path of recovery.
Graphic Packaging announces job cuts and divestment of Croatian operations Graphic Packaging announces job cuts and divestment of Croatian operations
5/19/2026
US packaging group Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPI) is planning to cut more than 500 jobs and divest operations in Croatia as part of a broad restructuring and efficiency programme.
Paper Prices Drop, Zinc Prices Rise: Oversight and Inspections Put the Brakes on Inflation in the Printing and Publishing Market Paper Prices Drop, Zinc Prices Rise: Oversight and Inspections Put the Brakes on Inflation in the Printing and Publishing Market
5/16/2026
In recent weeks, Iran’s printing and publishing market has witnessed significant developments in the prices of raw materials. A notable decline in the price of printing paper, alongside rising prices of domestically produced inks and fluctuations in zinc plate prices, presents a mixed picture of the market’s current condition.
New Signal from the Money Market; Interbank Rate Rises New Signal from the Money Market; Interbank Rate Rises
5/16/2026
The interbank interest rate returned to the 23 percent range in the final week of Ordibehesht, following a significant jump.

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