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Chillicothe Mill Closure Hits Ohio Logging Industry Chillicothe Mill Closure Hits Ohio Logging Industry
8/20/2025
The closure of Pixelle Specialty Solutions’ paper mill in Chillicothe, Ohio, has delivered a major blow to the state’s logging sector.
French prices for corrugated case material continue to fall in August French prices for corrugated case material continue to fall in August
8/19/2025
After prices for brown recycled corrugated case material in France had reversed in July, further price reductions were seen in August. Price declines are reported for both brown recycled grades and white-top testliner.
Stora Enso Opens Europe’s Most Modern Packaging Board Line Stora Enso Opens Europe’s Most Modern Packaging Board Line
8/19/2025
Stora Enso has inaugurated Europe’s largest and most modern consumer packaging board production line at its Oulu mill in Finland, marking a €1.1 billion investment in renewable packaging.
A major milestone for paper cup recycling in the US A major milestone for paper cup recycling in the US
8/16/2025
The Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) , promoting the recycled materials industry in the US, for the first time added paper cups to its list of classifications for recycled materials.
Perlen Papier to cut jobs at Swiss paper mill Perlen Papier to cut jobs at Swiss paper mill
8/13/2025
Swiss newsprint producer Perlen Papier is adjusting its production costs in response to the persistently challenging market environment.
FPAC Welcomes Prime Minister Carney’s Support for Forest Sector Employees and Businesses FPAC Welcomes Prime Minister Carney’s Support for Forest Sector Employees and Businesses
8/12/2025
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) welcomed today’s announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney, confirming the federal government’s plan to stand with forest sector employees and businesses as the industry weathers current trade and market challenges.
Tumut Mill Earns 2025 Award for Sustainability Leadership Tumut Mill Earns 2025 Award for Sustainability Leadership
8/12/2025
The pulp and paper team at the Tumut mill has been honored with the Excellence in Sustainability Award at the 2025 Business Snowy Valleys Awards.
Rottneros responds to market pressure with impairment and staff cuts Rottneros responds to market pressure with impairment and staff cuts
8/11/2025
Rottneros is lowering the book value of fixed assets at its Rottneros mill, citing continued weakness in the market for chemi-thermomechanical pulp (CTMP).
New pulp mill boosts Suzano';s sales and revenue in Q2 2025 New pulp mill boosts Suzano';s sales and revenue in Q2 2025
8/10/2025
Suzano, the world’s largest pulp producer, announces its results for the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25), reporting sales of 3.7 million tonnes of pulp and paper.
Röchling Oepping Acquires EZ eco Cleaner for Sustainable Paper Röchling Oepping Acquires EZ eco Cleaner for Sustainable Paper
8/10/2025
Röchling Industrial Oepping GmbH & Co. KG has announced the acquisition of the innovative EZ eco Smart Cleaner technology, effective August 1, 2025.
UPM Adhesive Materials plans to expand production capacity in US UPM Adhesive Materials plans to expand production capacity in US
8/9/2025
UPM Adhesive Materials, formerly known as UPM Raflatac, plans to increase its production capacity in the high-growth market for advanced labels with an investment in its factory in Mills River, North Carolina, USA.
AF&PA Welcomes US-EU Trade Deal, Calls for EUDR Exemption AF&PA Welcomes US-EU Trade Deal, Calls for EUDR Exemption
8/7/2025
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) has voiced support for the initial trade agreement reached between the United States and the European Union, describing it as a positive step toward fairer and more balanced trade in the vital pulp, paper, and packaging sectors.
International Paper Declares Quarterly Dividend International Paper Declares Quarterly Dividend
8/7/2025
MEMPHIS, Tenn., July 22, 2025 –– International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4625 per share for the period from July 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025, inclusive, on the common stock, par value $1.00, of the Company, payable on September 16, 2025, to holders of record at the close of business on August 15, 2025.
Sappi Launches PM2 After $500M Somerset Upgrade Sappi Launches PM2 After $500M Somerset Upgrade
8/6/2025
Sappi North America has announced the commercial start-up of its modernized Paper Machine No. 2 (PM2) at the Somerset Mill in Maine.
New U.S. Duties Threaten New Brunswick Forestry Sector New U.S. Duties Threaten New Brunswick Forestry Sector
8/5/2025
New Brunswick’s forestry sector is raising alarm over a U.S. Department of Commerce decision that could see combined duties on Canadian softwood lumber exports rise to 34% by mid-August.
Idled pulp and paper mill fined $525K for EPA violations Idled pulp and paper mill fined $525K for EPA violations
8/5/2025
AV Terrace Bay Inc. operates a kraft pulp mill in Terrace Bay, Ontario. The facility has been idle since early 2024 and is currently in warm care and maintenance mode.
How PCA’s Acquisition of Greif Impacts Industry Professionals How PCA’s Acquisition of Greif Impacts Industry Professionals
8/4/2025
The other week, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) announced its acquisition of Greif’s containerboard operations.
AF&PA Releases Q2 2025 Boxboard Quarterly Report AF&PA Releases Q2 2025 Boxboard Quarterly Report
8/3/2025
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the Q2 2025 Boxboard Quarterly report on July 25.
Hood Container announces $118.9 million in mill modernization project Hood Container announces $118.9 million in mill modernization project
8/2/2025
The Hood Container paper mill was first opened in the late 1950s by Crown Zellerbach and later operated under Tembec. Since taking ownership in 2015, Hood Container has invested more than $160 million in the facility.
German paper sack industry prepares to implement PPWR and EUDR German paper sack industry prepares to implement PPWR and EUDR
8/2/2025
The German paper sack industry is setting course for the implementation of new European Union requirements.
Vida expands into Central Sweden Vida expands into Central Sweden
7/31/2025
Canfor Corporation announces that its 77%-owned subsidiary, Vida AB, has entered into an agreement to purchase AB Karl Hedin Sågverk from Mattsbo Såg AB and certain minority shareholders for a purchase price of $164 million (1.15 billion Swedish Krona), including working capital of approximately $39 million.
Stretch Kraft™: Smurfit Westrock’s Paper-Based Wrap Solution Stretch Kraft™: Smurfit Westrock’s Paper-Based Wrap Solution
7/31/2025
Smurfit Westrock has developed Stretch Kraft™, an innovative paper-based pallet wrap designed to serve as a sustainable alternative to conventional plastic stretch film.
AV Terrace Bay Fined $525K for Environmental Violations AV Terrace Bay Fined $525K for Environmental Violations
7/30/2025
The Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has fined AV Terrace Bay Inc. $525,000 following convictions for two violations of the province’s Environmental Protection Act.
Mondi Rotatrim Rebrands with Local Identity and Purpose Mondi Rotatrim Rebrands with Local Identity and Purpose
7/29/2025
Mondi has introduced a new brand identity for Mondi Rotatrim, one of South Africa’s most recognized premium office paper brands.
Lecta Expands EraCup Line for Sustainable Paper Cups Lecta Expands EraCup Line for Sustainable Paper Cups
7/29/2025
Lecta has announced an expansion of its EraCup range, introducing several new board grades tailored to the evolving sustainability requirements of food and beverage packaging.
UPM expands advanced label material capacity in the USA UPM expands advanced label material capacity in the USA
7/28/2025
UPM's subsidiary UPM Adhesive Materials, formerly known as Raflatac, plans to increase its capacities for advanced labels. The company announced it would implement new proprietary coating technology at its Mills River factory in North Carolina, USA, which would significantly raise production.
Hood Container announces $118.9 million in mill modernization project Hood Container announces $118.9 million in mill modernization project
7/28/2025
The Hood Container paper mill was first opened in the late 1950s by Crown Zellerbach and later operated under Tembec. Since taking ownership in 2015, Hood Container has invested more than $160 million in the facility.
Canfor Expands in Europe Through Vida AB’s New Deal Canfor Expands in Europe Through Vida AB’s New Deal
7/27/2025
Canfor Corporation has announced that its majority-owned Swedish subsidiary, Vida AB, has signed an agreement to acquire AB Karl Hedin Sågverk.
HERGEN to supply a new iNOVAFLOW Headbox to CAPRIMA HERGEN to supply a new iNOVAFLOW Headbox to CAPRIMA
7/27/2025
HERGEN, a reference in technological solutions for the paper industry, will be responsible for supplying a new iNOVAFLOW to CAPRIMA, a tissue paper manufacturer based in the city of Iomerê (state of Santa Catarina - Brazil).
Billerud's Interim report January–June 2025 Billerud's Interim report January–June 2025
7/24/2025
Continued outstanding performance in the US while navigating weakening market in Europe
Cascades Invests Over $3.5M in Kingsey Falls Tissue Plant Cascades Invests Over $3.5M in Kingsey Falls Tissue Plant
7/23/2025
Cascades has announced a $3.56 million investment to upgrade a strategic converting line at its tissue plant in Kingsey Falls, Québec.
Northern Pulp Ends Mill Project in Nova Scotia Northern Pulp Ends Mill Project in Nova Scotia
7/23/2025
Over five years after the closure of its kraft pulp mill in Pictou County, Northern Pulp has announced it will sell its assets, effectively ending discussions surrounding the construction of a new facility in Nova Scotia.
Kruger to Add $35M Converting Line at Memphis Facility Kruger to Add $35M Converting Line at Memphis Facility
7/22/2025
Kruger Products has announced a $35 million investment at its Memphis, Tennessee facility to install a new converting line for bathroom tissue and paper towels.
TAPPI’s Paper and Board Division Announces Formation of a Fiber Molding Committee TAPPI’s Paper and Board Division Announces Formation of a Fiber Molding Committee
7/22/2025
Committee strives to create industry standards and encourage collaboration
Sonoco Invests $30 Million to Boost Adhesives Capacity Sonoco Invests $30 Million to Boost Adhesives Capacity
7/20/2025
Sonoco Products Company has announced a $30 million capital investment to expand its capacity in the growing adhesives and sealants (A&S) market.
Fripa orders new tissue machine from Andritz Fripa orders new tissue machine from Andritz
7/20/2025
German sanitary and household paper and products manufacturer Fripa has tapped Austria's technology group Andritz to supply a new tissue machine for the company's plant in Miltenberg.
Profit warning – Kemira downgrades its outlook for 2025 Profit warning – Kemira downgrades its outlook for 2025
7/19/2025
Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries.
Kruger Products’ Memphis site announces new converting line for tissue Kruger Products’ Memphis site announces new converting line for tissue
7/17/2025
Kruger Products is one of North America’s leading manufacturers of quality tissue products for household, industrial and commercial use.
Sappi Europe initiates a consultation process at its Alfeld mill Sappi Europe initiates a consultation process at its Alfeld mill
7/17/2025
Sappi Europe today announced the initiation of a consultation process at its Alfeld Mill in Germany as part of a proposed partial asset restructure. This step is being taken in response to sustained financial challenges and a structural decline in demand across Europe.
Mondi has expanded its digital printing solution Mondi has expanded its digital printing solution
7/16/2025
Mondi expands digital print tech, enabling custom barcodes on packaging—boosting efficiency, sustainability, and flexibility for partners like KOMSA. Photo: Mondi
Valmet launches Pulp Filtrate Extractor Valmet launches Pulp Filtrate Extractor
7/16/2025
Valmet launches Pulp Filtrate Extractor for more precision in pH measurement. It provides the highest availability and most accurate process temperature and measurement conditions on the market, ensuring pH and residual chemical accuracy.
Metsä Group Issues Profit Warning for Q2 2025 Metsä Group Issues Profit Warning for Q2 2025
7/15/2025
Metsä Group has issued a profit warning for the second quarter of 2025, projecting a significantly negative comparable operating result of approximately EUR -35 million.
TAPPI Corrugated Packaging Division Announces Call for Nominations TAPPI Corrugated Packaging Division Announces Call for Nominations
7/13/2025
Elections are currently underway to fill two (2) three-year Member-at-Large positions on the TAPPI Corrugated Packaging Council (CPC).
Cascades Permanently Closing Niagara Falls Facility Cascades Permanently Closing Niagara Falls Facility
7/12/2025
Cascades has announced the permanent closure of its corrugated medium manufacturing facility in Niagara Falls, New York, by no later than September 3, 2025.
Smurfit Westrock Joins 2025 Forbes Global 2000 Ranking Smurfit Westrock Joins 2025 Forbes Global 2000 Ranking
7/12/2025
Smurfit Westrock has been named one of the world’s most successful public companies on the 2025 Forbes Global 2000 list, which ranks the largest and most influential corporations based on revenue, profit, assets, and market value.
Ahlstrom Receives Offer from Munksjö for Abrasives Unit Ahlstrom Receives Offer from Munksjö for Abrasives Unit
7/10/2025
Ahlstrom has received a binding offer from Munksjö for its Abrasives business unit, the company announced on July 7.
Munksjö Aims to Acquire Ahlstrom’s Abrasives Business Munksjö Aims to Acquire Ahlstrom’s Abrasives Business
7/10/2025
Munksjö has confirmed it has submitted a binding offer to acquire Ahlstrom’s Abrasives business unit, including its share of the jointly operated Arches plant in France.
GCP Paper Expands to U.S. with $400M Texas Facility GCP Paper Expands to U.S. with $400M Texas Facility
7/9/2025
Grupo Corporativo Papelera (GCP), a major Mexican tissue manufacturer, has begun construction on its first U.S. facility, a $400 million plant in New Caney, Texas.

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