Reports

Forest Sector Action Plan must be a top priority for Canada’s new government Forest Sector Action Plan must be a top priority for Canada’s new government
5/12/2025
Many have recognized the unique potential of Canada’s forest sector to drive economic growth, protect our environment, and help communities prosper.
Kimberly-Clark Invests $2 Billion to Expand U.S. Manufacturing Kimberly-Clark Invests $2 Billion to Expand U.S. Manufacturing
5/11/2025
Kimberly-Clark has announced a record-breaking $2 billion investment over five years to expand its U.S. manufacturing and supply chain infrastructure—its largest domestic investment in more than 30 years.
Voith is modernizing the PM1 of Matías Gomá Tomás in Spain Voith is modernizing the PM1 of Matías Gomá Tomás in Spain
5/8/2025
Voith Paper, a leading full-line supplier of technologies and services for the paper industry, has received an order to modernize PM 1 at Matías Gomá Tomás in La Riba, Spain. On PM 1, Matías Gomá Tomás produces 100 percent recycled containerboard on a wire width of 5,150 mm.
Svante, Mercer Advance Carbon Capture at Alberta Pulp Mill Svante, Mercer Advance Carbon Capture at Alberta Pulp Mill
5/7/2025
Svante Technologies Inc. and Mercer International Inc. have announced that their joint carbon capture and storage project at Mercer’s Peace River pulp mill in Alberta has advanced to the Front-end Engineering and Design Phase 2 (FEL-2).
Pulpex to Build First Commercial Plant in Scotland with CMPC Support Pulpex to Build First Commercial Plant in Scotland with CMPC Support
5/6/2025
Pulpex, the innovative startup behind biodegradable cellulose-based bottles, has announced plans to build its first commercial manufacturing plant near Glasgow, Scotland.
New crane enhances service at Sundsvall terminal New crane enhances service at Sundsvall terminal
5/4/2025
SCA Logistics terminal in Sundsvall has invested in a new knuckle boom crane, a Mantsinen 200. This gives a possibility to offer even better service.
Huhtamaki acquires Zellwin Farms Huhtamaki acquires Zellwin Farms
5/3/2025
Huhtamaki has acquired Zellwin Farms, a privately-owned business located in Zellwood, Florida in the United States. The USD 18 million enterprise value transaction will support Huhtamaki’s growth within the molded fiber industry, specifically for egg cartons and egg flats.
B.C. Invests $11 Million to Boost Forestry Manufacturing and Jobs B.C. Invests $11 Million to Boost Forestry Manufacturing and Jobs
5/1/2025
The Government of British Columbia is strengthening the province’s forestry sector with new investments aimed at creating sustainable jobs, enhancing local supply chains, and expanding made-in-B.C. products.
GD board prices are rising in France GD board prices are rising in France
4/29/2025
GD board has become more expensive on the French market. After a few customers already had to dig deeper into their pockets in March or even February, a market-wide price increase has taken hold on the market in April.
RYAM Challenges Fernandina Decision on Bioethanol Facility RYAM Challenges Fernandina Decision on Bioethanol Facility
4/28/2025
Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM) has filed a federal lawsuit against the city of Fernandina Beach, Florida, after officials rejected its proposal to build a bioethanol production facility adjacent to its existing pulp mill.
AF&PA Releases March 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report AF&PA Releases March 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report
4/27/2025
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the March 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly report.
EU Bioeconomy Coalition Eyes COP30 with Circular Climate Solutions EU Bioeconomy Coalition Eyes COP30 with Circular Climate Solutions
4/23/2025
As Europe prepares for COP30 in Belém, Brazil, the Circular Choices Coalition—a group of 20 EU trade associations from the forest-based bioeconomy—has renewed its call for stronger recognition of circular solutions in EU climate policy.
Mondi: “Packaging is the new brand statement” Mondi: “Packaging is the new brand statement”
4/23/2025
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, today announced the results of its sixth annual eCommerce trend report “Sustainability and its impact on packaging and online shopping choices”. This comprehensive study examines trends, attitudes and expectations regarding eCommerce and the impact packaging has on the consumer experience.
Pixelle to Close Chillicothe Mill, Refocus on Specialty Paper Pixelle to Close Chillicothe Mill, Refocus on Specialty Paper
4/22/2025
Pixelle Specialty Solutions has announced the planned closure of its Chillicothe, Ohio, paper mill, impacting approximately 800 employees.
Georgia-Pacific’s Brewton Mill Completes Major Upgrade Georgia-Pacific’s Brewton Mill Completes Major Upgrade
4/21/2025
After nearly two decades of strategic investment and modernization, Georgia-Pacific’s Brewton Containerboard Mill in Alabama has emerged as a national benchmark for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.
Mercer Enhances International Reach with Container Strategy Mercer Enhances International Reach with Container Strategy
4/19/2025
As global trade and e-commerce reshape supply chains, Mercer International is leveraging container logistics to efficiently deliver its pulp products across the globe, the company shared in a recent release.
Lecta Launches Creaset HGP Paper for Grease-Proof Packaging Lecta Launches Creaset HGP Paper for Grease-Proof Packaging
4/17/2025
Lecta has introduced Creaset HGP, a new high-performance paper solution designed for grease-resistant flexible packaging.
Plans Underway to Revive Espanola Paper Mill Plans Underway to Revive Espanola Paper Mill
4/16/2025
BMI Group eyes forest product potential and job creation at shuttered site
Market for lightweight kraft paper stable in the first quarter of 2025 Market for lightweight kraft paper stable in the first quarter of 2025
4/15/2025
Paper mills demand higher prices from April / US duties cloud hopes
Jansen Combustion & Boiler Technologies acquires Lundberg Jansen Combustion & Boiler Technologies acquires Lundberg
4/12/2025
Jansen has acquired the Redmond, Washington based Lundberg, LLC, formerly a division of LDX Solutions. Founded in 1976, Lundberg specializes in the design and supply of custom solutions including engineering, systems and equipment for the process industries to meet each client’s unique needs.
Heinzel Group Restarts PM11 in Laakirchen for Corrugated Paper Heinzel Group Restarts PM11 in Laakirchen for Corrugated Paper
4/10/2025
Heinzel Group has successfully commissioned its rebuilt Paper Machine 11 (PM11) in Laakirchen, Austria.
The €140 million investment marks a significant shift toward corrugated base paper production and further strengthens the site’s strategic focus on sustainable packaging solutions.
Italia Technology Alliance acquires Sipack Italia Technology Alliance acquires Sipack
4/10/2025
Italia Technology Alliance (ITA Holding) welcomes Sipack Srl, a company based in Lucca specialized in complete production lines for corrugated cardboard boxes, such as case makers, printer-slotters, rotary die-cutters, flexo printers, and folder gluers.
MetsäBoard's Classic FBB Gets Upgrade MetsäBoard's Classic FBB Gets Upgrade
4/7/2025
Metsä Board, a subsidiary of Metsä Group, has unveiled an enhanced version of its flagship folding boxboard product, MetsäBoard Classic FBB.
Toscotec publishes Sustainability Report 2024 Toscotec publishes Sustainability Report 2024
4/5/2025
Toscotec is pleased to announce the publication of its first Sustainability Report as the latest integration of its long-standing commitment to sustainability, which dates back to 2005 with the award of its first environmental certification.
Saica Group invests € 7.1 million in new equipment Saica Group invests € 7.1 million in new equipment
3/29/2025
Saica Flex, the flexible packaging division of Saica Group, officially launched its brand-new machinery and facilities during a special event at the Saica Flex site in Wigan on March 19th.
Historic land agreement between Domtar and the Tla'amin Nation Historic land agreement between Domtar and the Tla'amin Nation
3/27/2025
Domtar and the Tla’amin Nation signed a historic agreement on March 14th at tiskwat, on the Nation's ancestral territory, signifying a crucial step in reconciliation.
Unifor Supports the Conversion of Domtar’s Gatineau Mill Unifor Supports the Conversion of Domtar’s Gatineau Mill
3/26/2025
Discussions regarding the conversion of Domtar’s Gatineau mill into a containerboard production facility are progressing, marking a key milestone for the future of the local manufacturing industry.
Saica Group to Invest $110M in Second US Corrugated Plant Saica Group to Invest $110M in Second US Corrugated Plant
3/25/2025
Saica Group, a leading European recycled paper and packaging manufacturer, has announced plans to build its second corrugated plant in the United States.
UPM Communication Papers plans to reduce paper capacity in Germany UPM Communication Papers plans to reduce paper capacity in Germany
3/16/2025
UPM continues to selectively align its paper capacity with profitable customer demand to ensure performance and therefore plans to permanently close its paper mill in Ettringen, Germany, reducing the annual capacity of uncoated mechanical paper by 270,000 tonnes during July 2025.
Metsä Board to Close Tako Mill and Enhance Operations at Kyro Mill Metsä Board to Close Tako Mill and Enhance Operations at Kyro Mill
3/13/2025
Metsä Board has announced the conclusion of change negotiations initiated in January 2025, resulting in the permanent closure of its Tako board mill in Tampere, Finland, by the end of the second quarter of 2025.
Finnish port workers'; agreement finalised Finnish port workers'; agreement finalised
3/13/2025
The Finnish Transport Workers' Union (AKT) has officially approved the previously negotiated collective agreement for port workers on 6 March 2025.
European Tissue Industry Titans Unite for Tissue World’s Strongest-Ever Speaker Lineup European Tissue Industry Titans Unite for Tissue World’s Strongest-Ever Speaker Lineup
3/11/2025
Düsseldorf, Germany – Tissue World Düsseldorf 2025 is set to host the most powerful speaker lineup in its history, featuring an elite league of European tissue industry heavyweights.
AF&PA: Tariffs could disrupt paper industry's complex supply chains AF&PA: Tariffs could disrupt paper industry's complex supply chains
3/10/2025
Pulp and paper mills are strategically located across the United States to efficiently and sustainably create essential products for everyday use.
Trump’s Wood Product Investigation Puts Canadian Softwood at Risk Trump’s Wood Product Investigation Puts Canadian Softwood at Risk
3/9/2025
Unifor has issued a statement following a new executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump to launch a Section 232 (National Security) investigation into wood products imported into the United States.
Domtar Opens New PCC Plant to Strengthen Paper Production Domtar Opens New PCC Plant to Strengthen Paper Production
3/8/2025
Domtar's Nekoosa mill has launched a new on-site precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) plant, a collaborative project with Omya, addressing a critical supply chain challenge.
Germany's Tissue Market: Challenges, Growth, and the Road Ahead Germany's Tissue Market: Challenges, Growth, and the Road Ahead
3/4/2025
Germany’s tissue industry is at a crossroads. While technological advancements have driven capacity growth at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11% since 2007, the sector is grappling with a volatile economic and energy landscape.
OjiFS Confirms Closure of Paper Production at Kinleith Mill OjiFS Confirms Closure of Paper Production at Kinleith Mill
3/2/2025
Oji Fibre Solutions (OjiFS) has officially announced its decision to simplify operations at Kinleith Mill in New Zealand, opting to cease loss-making paper production while maintaining pulp operations.
Stora Enso Surpasses Carbon Reduction Target with 53% Cut in Emissions Stora Enso Surpasses Carbon Reduction Target with 53% Cut in Emissions
2/27/2025
Stora Enso has reached a significant milestone in its sustainability efforts, reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 53% by the end of 2024, surpassing its 2030 target of a 50% reduction.
Increased construction of larger wooden buildings can strengthen the sawmill industry's economy Increased construction of larger wooden buildings can strengthen the sawmill industry's economy
2/26/2025
An increase in large-scale wooden building projects would not only contribute to climate goals but also strengthen the domestic wood industry.
Mondi grows its sustainable office paper portfolio with premium products Mondi grows its sustainable office paper portfolio with premium products
2/24/2025
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has expanded its portfolio of sustainable, high-quality office papers with the launch of IQ ULTRA and MAESTRO® expert in the premium segment.
Toscotec completes drying section rebuild at Rexcell in Sweden Toscotec completes drying section rebuild at Rexcell in Sweden
2/23/2025
Rexcell Tissue & Airlaid started up PM1 after a complete rebuild of the drying section supplied by Toscotec at its Skåpafors mill in Sweden.
Paper Industry Leaders to Meet at Latampaper Brazil 2025 Paper Industry Leaders to Meet at Latampaper Brazil 2025
2/18/2025
Only decision-making papermakers involved in the operation and management of paper mills are attending Latampaper Brazil 2025.
PPEC Outlook: Environmental Issues in Focus for 2025 PPEC Outlook: Environmental Issues in Focus for 2025
2/17/2025
From the evolution of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging, to navigating potential regulations on PFAS use, and getting closer to receiving guidance on environmental claims, all while keeping an eye on the shifting political landscape.
DOE Backs Svante's Pioneering Carbon Capture Project in Pulp Industry DOE Backs Svante's Pioneering Carbon Capture Project in Pulp Industry
2/16/2025
Svante Technologies Inc. is set to develop a groundbreaking carbon capture and storage project at the Ashdown Pulp Mill in Arkansas, marking a significant advancement in environmental technology for the pulp and paper industry.
Kelly Spicers expands packaging footprint with Denver packaging acquisition Kelly Spicers expands packaging footprint with Denver packaging acquisition
2/15/2025
Kelly Spicers, a leading West Coast distributor of paper, packaging, wide format products and facilities solutions, announced today that it has acquired Denver-based Creative Packaging Group, an independent packaging distributor with customers across the Rocky Mountain region.
FPAC Responds to U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Exports FPAC Responds to U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Exports
2/11/2025
Derek Nighbor, President and CEO of Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC), issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s decision to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian products destined for the United States:
Stora Enso and ECOR Global partner to create formaldehyde-free board Stora Enso and ECOR Global partner to create formaldehyde-free board
2/9/2025
Stora Enso announces that its NeoLigno bio-based binder is integral part of ECOR Global’s new product line, a groundbreaking fully bio-based, recyclable and formaldehyde-free board.
PCA Reports Strong 2024 Results: Paper Segment Outperforms Packaging in Profitability PCA Reports Strong 2024 Results: Paper Segment Outperforms Packaging in Profitability
2/8/2025
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) has announced its Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 results, showcasing strong performance across key indicators.

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