The news that Bracell has started the environmental license for a new Bleached Eucalyptus Kraft Pulp (BEKP) 2.8-million-ton greenfield mill in Brazil (Mato Grosso do Sul) made the phone ring a lot.

Yesterday, on August 21st, UPM announced plans to permanently close its Hürth newsprint mill and shut down one fine paper machine (PM 3) at Nordland Papier in Dörpen, Germany.

A few days after posting about the growth of tissue private labels in the North American market, at the expense of the branded ones, First Quality announces its commitment to install two new Thru-Air-Dried (TAD) paper machines.

The upcoming European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) marks a significant shift in global trade practices.

The 135-year-old West Linn Paper Mill in Oregon plans to lay off workers this week and may shut down permanently at the end of the month.

Lee & Man Paper has published its interim results for the six months ending on June 30 of the current year.

On its 2Q2024 Earnings Release, Klabin published solid figures: 41% EBITDA (54% for the Pulp Business), a 33% increase in sales volume of coated board and containerboard (2Q24 × 2Q23), and a production volume of 1,091 million tons.

The first half of 2024 proved to be a dynamic period for the global forest industry.

For approximately thirty years, British Columbia (BC) has had the most affordable sawlog costs in North America. However, starting in 2018, there has been a decrease in timber supply, a decline in log quality, and a significant increase in wood raw-material prices.

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.