The European pulp and paper industry is currently at a pivotal point, encountering a mix of unprecedented challenges and promising opportunities.

Every month, the pulp and paper industry garners attention with its dynamic partnerships, innovative product launches, and sustainability-focused initiatives.

Recycled fiber markets are volatile, meaning industry professionals need reliable data to stay ahead of changes.

Like many industries, the global pulp and paper sector is focusing on developing innovations to address the urgent requirement for decarbonization to ensure a sustainable future.

The pulp and paper industry has long faced disruptions, and 2024 has been no exception.

With the ongoing momentum in corporate sustainability initiatives, the collaboration between pulp and paper companies and major corporations to create sustainable alternatives for their product lines is on the rise.

When looking forward at the forces that are likely to drive the direction of the pulp and paper industry over the next 15 years, decarbonization and supporting a circular economy are at the top of the list. 

The global pulp market has seen its fair share of ups and downs, making it a highly volatile and unpredictable industry.

Brazil is currently experiencing significant growth in the forestry plantations sector.

On March 11, labor unions in Finland initiated a two-week strike that is poised to have a significant impact on the nation's export and import sectors, particularly in freight and rail transportation.

As the demand for sustainable practices grows, major companies are increasingly looking towards paper packaging to meet their corporate sustainability goals.

The European pulp and paper industry has been grappling with the issue of overcapacity, leading to the closure of machine lines and a significant impact on stakeholders.

The push for decarbonization is now being felt from all directions, and as a result, your ESG performance can significantly influence your competitive standing.

In today's ever-evolving world, businesses must stay up to date with the latest industry trends and regulations.

Every single day, the pulp and paper industry continues to exceed expectations in prioritizing sustainability.

By the end of December, major freight companies like MSC, the largest container shipping line globally, made an important decision.

In 2023, the pulp, paper, and forest industries navigated through a series of dynamic market shifts and unanticipated challenges.

As the pulp and paper industry continues to thrive, the packaging and tissue sector remains at the forefront of market growth.

During the latter half of the year, the prices of recycled fiber in the US Southeast region witnessed a noticeable increase.

The global pulp and paper industry continues to thrive, with a strong focus on the packaging sector and tissue and towel sector.

The creation of the newly formed dynamic packaging company Smurfit WestRock has left many pulp and paper professionals wondering how this merger will impact them. In our previous blog posts, we explored the potential impacts suppliers and competitors could face.