Reports

SIG and PulPac to Develop Paper-Based Closure Technology SIG and PulPac to Develop Paper-Based Closure Technology
7/30/2025
SIG has entered a strategic partnership with PulPac to develop and scale the next generation of paper-based closures for aseptic carton packaging.
North America’s Pulp and Paper Market: Key Trends Shaping 2025 North America’s Pulp and Paper Market: Key Trends Shaping 2025
7/29/2025
As the North American pulp and paper industry navigates a rapidly evolving landscape in 2025, three trends stand out, reshaping strategic priorities for producers, converters, and end users alike.
Panther Packaging to install new corrugator in Bottrop Panther Packaging to install new corrugator in Bottrop
7/28/2025
German corrugated packaging company Panther Packaging has announced plans to significantly expand its subsidiary RRK Wellpappenfabrik in Bottrop in the west of Germany over the coming years.
Kadant Acquires Babbini and GPS Engineering Kadant Acquires Babbini and GPS Engineering
7/26/2025
Kadant Acquires Babbini and GPS Engineering to Expand Industrial Processing Capabilities
AF&PA June 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report AF&PA June 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report
7/24/2025
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the June 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly report on July 17.
European Paper Recycling Rate Reaches 75.1% in 2024 European Paper Recycling Rate Reaches 75.1% in 2024
7/23/2025
The European Paper Recycling Council (EPRC) has announced that Europe recycled 75.1% of all paper products in 2024, including graphic papers, packaging, and tissue.
Sappi Considers Closures at Its Mill in Germany Sappi Considers Closures at Its Mill in Germany
7/22/2025
Sappi Europe has initiated a consultation process regarding a proposed partial restructure of operations at its Alfeld Mill in Germany.
AF&PA Backs U.S. Push to Address Trade Barriers with the EU AF&PA Backs U.S. Push to Address Trade Barriers with the EU
7/20/2025
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) has expressed support for the U.S. administration's recent efforts to address trade challenges with the European Union, particularly regarding non-tariff barriers affecting the paper and forest products industry.
Valmet to deliver key pulp mill technology to Shandong Sun Paper Valmet to deliver key pulp mill technology to Shandong Sun Paper
7/19/2025
Headquartered in Yanzhou District, Jining of Shandong Province, Shandong Sun Holdings Group Co., Ltd. is a multinational corporation integrating forestry, pulping and papermaking.
Germany: industry alliance calls for postponement of PPWR amid concerns of system breakdown Germany: industry alliance calls for postponement of PPWR amid concerns of system breakdown
7/17/2025
The associations representing the waste management, packaging and consumer goods industries are worried that implementing the new regulations in the middle of the year would lead to a multitude of practical problems.
Altri to Acquire Majority Stake in AeoniQ™ Yarn Venture Altri to Acquire Majority Stake in AeoniQ™ Yarn Venture
7/14/2025
Portuguese pulp producer Altri SGPS S.A. has announced plans to acquire a majority stake in AeoniQ™, a Swiss cleantech spin-off of HeiQ Materials AG.
Metsä Fibre Develops Advanced Pulp-Based Light Fibre Material Metsä Fibre Develops Advanced Pulp-Based Light Fibre Material
7/13/2025
Metsä Fibre has developed an innovative pulp-based light fibre material that combines high performance with sustainability.
AF&PA Reacts to New U.S. Tax Reform Supporting Manufacturing AF&PA Reacts to New U.S. Tax Reform Supporting Manufacturing
7/12/2025
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) has issued a statement in response to the signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1), a broad tax reform package signed into law on July 4, 2025.
Veracel Marks 20 Years of Sustainable Pulp Production Veracel Marks 20 Years of Sustainable Pulp Production
7/9/2025
This year, Veracel, the joint pulp operation of Stora Enso and Suzano in southern Bahia, Brazil, celebrates two decades of pulp production.
Palm strengthens market position with completion of IP plant acquisition Palm strengthens market position with completion of IP plant acquisition
7/7/2025
Germany's Palm Group has finalised its acquisition of five corrugated packaging plants previously owned by US-based International Paper (IP). The transaction was completed on 30 June 2025, following clearance from the European Commission and the French antitrust authorities.
Lecta Self-Adhesives launches new barrier solution Lecta Self-Adhesives launches new barrier solution
7/2/2025
Lecta Self‑​Adhesives, a leader in the development of self‑adhesive materials, expands its portfolio of barrier solutions with the launch of Adestor Gloss GP PFAS‑free, specifically designed to meet the demands of the food industry.
Runtech delivers a RunEco Vacuum System to Sun-Ka, Türkiye Runtech delivers a RunEco Vacuum System to Sun-Ka, Türkiye
7/2/2025
Runtech Systems delivers a RunEco Vacuum System to Sun-Ka Sungurlu Kagitcilik San. Tic. A.S., Sungurlu, Türkiye. The delivery includes an EP Turbo Blower with EcoDrop water separator, EcoFlow dewatering measurements with six measurement points and turbo blower remote monitoring.
Canfor to Close Two South Carolina Sawmills in August Canfor to Close Two South Carolina Sawmills in August
7/1/2025
Canfor has announced plans to permanently shut down its Estill and Darlington sawmills in South Carolina this August, citing prolonged market weakness and sustained financial losses.
UK recovered paper market faces ongoing weakness, signs of Asian interest re-emerge UK recovered paper market faces ongoing weakness, signs of Asian interest re-emerge
6/29/2025
The British recovered paper market remains subdued, with demand for brown grades still falling short of expectations. Packaging paper mills in the UK and on the Continent continue to operate below capacity, and industry sources report widespread downtime across Europe heading into summer.
Maine Updates EPR Program with LD 1423 Reforms Maine Updates EPR Program with LD 1423 Reforms
6/28/2025
Governor Janet Mills has signed LD 1423 into law, enacting targeted updates to Maine’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for packaging
Optimizing Performance: Machine Runnability & Efficiency Audits Optimizing Performance: Machine Runnability & Efficiency Audits
6/26/2025
The efficiency and reliability of pulp and paper machinery are pivotal to maintaining a competitive edge.
Mercer Holz Launches E-Trucks for Greener Timber Transport Mercer Holz Launches E-Trucks for Greener Timber Transport
6/18/2025
Mercer Holz GmbH has taken a major step toward climate-friendly logistics with the presentation of two fully electric trucks during its Open Day at the Mercer Rosenthal pulp mill.
Kruger Celebrates Opening of Tissue Plant in Sherbrooke Kruger Celebrates Opening of Tissue Plant in Sherbrooke
6/17/2025
Kruger Products Inc. has officially inaugurated its new light dry crepe (LDC) tissue plant in Sherbrooke, marking the culmination of a major $377.5-million expansion project.
Solidus confirms plans to close Bad Nieuweschans Solidus confirms plans to close Bad Nieuweschans
6/15/2025
Solidus, a leading producer of solid board and packaging solutions, has confirmed plans to permanently close its production site in Bad Nieuweschans, the Netherlands, and to realign its overhead functions.
Stora Enso Launches UKP Nova E for Electrical Applications Stora Enso Launches UKP Nova E for Electrical Applications
6/12/2025
Stora Enso has announced the launch of UKP Nova E, a newly developed grade of Unbleached Kraft Pulp (UKP) engineered for demanding electrical insulation papers.
UPM Drops Rotterdam Biofuels Project, Refocuses on CTO and SAF UPM Drops Rotterdam Biofuels Project, Refocuses on CTO and SAF
6/8/2025
UPM has announced it will discontinue development of its proposed biofuels refinery project at the Port of Rotterdam.
Cascades Announces Proposed Private Offering of US$400 Million Senior Notes due 2030 Cascades Announces Proposed Private Offering of US$400 Million Senior Notes due 2030
6/8/2025
Cascades USA Inc., a U.S. indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company (the "Co-Issuer"), will be a co-issuer with the Company in respect of the Notes. The Notes will be guaranteed by each of the Company's existing and future U.S. and Canadian restricted subsidiaries (other than the Co-Issuer), subject to certain exceptions, on a senior unsecured basis.
The Ripple Effects of US Tariffs on the Pulp and Paper Industry The Ripple Effects of US Tariffs on the Pulp and Paper Industry
6/7/2025
The trade tensions that have dominated US economic policy since the Trump administration have left a tangible impact across a range of industries—including pulp and paper.
Rottneros Cuts 26 Jobs to Adjust to Market Conditions Rottneros Cuts 26 Jobs to Adjust to Market Conditions
6/3/2025
Rottneros has announced a workforce reduction of 26 positions, following a broader restructuring plan revealed in March that initially involved 47 roles.
VPK Celebrates 25 Years in UK with New Investment Drive VPK Celebrates 25 Years in UK with New Investment Drive
6/2/2025
VPK Group is marking 25 years of operations in the UK and Ireland with a forward-looking investment plan aimed at boosting capacity, efficiency, and sustainability.
Packaging Revolution: Kapag & Sappi Unveil "Changemaker" Packaging Revolution: Kapag & Sappi Unveil "Changemaker"
6/1/2025
Kapag and Sappi have teamed up to unveil “Changemaker,” an innovative paper-based packaging solution designed to replace plastic without compromising performance.
AF&PA Releases April 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report AF&PA Releases April 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report
6/1/2025
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the April 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly report.
Valmet to supply a major paper machine rebuild to Sylvamo in North America Valmet to supply a major paper machine rebuild to Sylvamo in North America
5/31/2025
Valmet will supply an extensive rebuild for Sylvamo’s paper machine PM 2 in Eastover, South Carolina, USA.
Mondi and Zarelo fire up a new packaging solution for barbecue starters Mondi and Zarelo fire up a new packaging solution for barbecue starters
5/29/2025
Mondi and ZARELO have partnered to introduce a recyclable paper-based packaging solution for fire starters used in fireplaces and barbecues. Made from Mondi’s re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper 95/5, the new packaging provides strength and durability while protecting the fire starters from moisture during storage and transport.
Ahlstrom inaugurates new parchmentizer Ahlstrom inaugurates new parchmentizer
5/28/2025
Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, inaugurated its new parchmentizer, PMZ5, today, May 21st, at its Saint-Séverin plant in France.
Starbucks Partners with Metsä Board on Eco-Friendly Cup Starbucks Partners with Metsä Board on Eco-Friendly Cup
5/27/2025
Starbucks has introduced a new takeaway cup in Europe that is both widely recyclable and home-compostable, marking a significant step forward in sustainable packaging.
Smurfit Westrock Highlights Circularity in First ESG Report Smurfit Westrock Highlights Circularity in First ESG Report
5/26/2025
Smurfit Westrock has published its first Sustainability Report, marking a key milestone since the 2024 merger of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock.
Navigator Invests €30M to Convert PM3 for Kraft Paper Production Navigator Invests €30M to Convert PM3 for Kraft Paper Production
5/24/2025
The Navigator Company has announced a €30 million investment to convert its PM3 paper machine at the Setúbal industrial complex in Portugal.
International Paper Declares Quarterly Dividend International Paper Declares Quarterly Dividend
5/22/2025
MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 13, 2025 –– International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4625 per share for the period from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025, inclusive, on the common stock, par value $1.00, of the Company, payable on June 13, 2025, to holders of record at the close of business on May 23, 2025.
AF&PA Warns of Risks in New York and Maryland EPR Plans AF&PA Warns of Risks in New York and Maryland EPR Plans
5/21/2025
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) is raising red flags over extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation progressing in New York and Maryland, warning of cost increases and unintended consequences for recycling systems.
Metsä Group and Amcor Team Up on Fibre-Based Food Packaging Metsä Group and Amcor Team Up on Fibre-Based Food Packaging
5/20/2025
Metsä Group and global packaging leader Amcor have announced a strategic partnership to develop a new generation of moulded fibre-based food packaging.
Compostable Paper: Terms, Innovations, and Challenges Compostable Paper: Terms, Innovations, and Challenges
5/19/2025
Two Sides North America sheds light on the end-of-life options for paper, emphasizing composting as a valuable alternative to landfilling, while clarifying the crucial difference between "biodegradable" and "compostable."
Sustainability in Focus: Kruger’s 2024 Achievements Sustainability in Focus: Kruger’s 2024 Achievements
5/18/2025
Kruger Inc. has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, titled Sustainability in Focus, outlining the company’s continued efforts to align environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic growth under a unifying vision of sustainable prosperity.
Metsä Tissue Ends Recycled Fibre Production at Mänttä, Invests Further Metsä Tissue Ends Recycled Fibre Production at Mänttä, Invests Further
5/18/2025
Metsä Tissue, part of Metsä Group, has concluded change negotiations at its Mänttä mill in Finland, confirming the discontinuation of recycled fibre production.
ABB and Raumaster Paper sign MoU to enhance winder solutions ABB and Raumaster Paper sign MoU to enhance winder solutions
5/15/2025
ABB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement with Raumaster Paper to jointly explore integrated winder solutions in the US, helping paper mills enhance operational efficiency and extend the lifecycle of existing equipment
Tietoevry Brings AI Power to ERP/MES Mill Operations Tietoevry Brings AI Power to ERP/MES Mill Operations
5/14/2025
Tietoevry is pushing the boundaries of digital transformation in the pulp, paper, board, tissue, and packaging sectors with the integration of advanced artificial intelligence into its TIPS ERP/MES* solution.
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.

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