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Paper Packaging on the Rise in North America as Consumers and Businesses Embrace Sustainability

According to a new report by Two Sides North America, the packaging industry in North America is undergoing a major transformation, with a clear shift towards paper-based solutions.

New Internal Technical Training Program at Irving Pulp & Paper

Saint John's westside pulp mill has launched an internal technical training program to improve collaboration and knowledge sharing across Irving Pulp & Paper called the University of Reversing Falls.

Supremex Announces the Acquisition of Forest Envelope Group

Synergistic tuck-in addition in the U.S. Midwest

International Paper Offers 'No Comment' on Suzano Acquisition Speculation

International Paper responded to media reports suggesting a potential acquisition.

Suzano Clarifies: No Formal Offer Made for International Paper

Suzano issued a press release clarifying recent media reports about a potential acquisition of International Paper.

ND Paper Acquires Billerud's Wisconsin Water Quality Center

ND Paper has acquired Billerud's Wisconsin Water Quality Center and associated landfill assets in Wisconsin Rapids.

Metsä Group's Regenerative Forestry Model Sees Widespread Adoption

Regenerative forestry is progressing rapidly – the Metsä Group Plus management model used in around half of all wood trades in February–April

AFRY Partners with Assocarta to Decarbonize Italian Pulp and Paper Industry

AFRY, a leader in engineering, design, digital and advisory services, has been selected by Assocarta, the Italian paper association, to create a net-zero roadmap for the country's pulp and paper sector.

Huhtamaki to consolidate its production footprint by closing a site in Malaysia

Huhtamaki is planning to consolidate the production footprint in the Fiber Foodservice Europe-Asia-Oceania segment by closing its production site in Port Klang, Malaysia, by the end of Q2 2024.

Sappi Europe announces price rises for its packaging and speciality paper products

Sappi Europe will increase prices for its packaging and speciality paper products effective on deliveries as from June 2024.

Ahlstrom Refines Strategy and Simplifies Divisions to Drive Growth

Ahlstrom has announced a refined strategy and simplified organizational structure to drive growth and innovation.

Promising SA-first solution to convert paper sludge, food and textile waste into bioethanol

DURBAN– APRIL 25, 2024 - A pioneering solution has been developed to convert cellulose fibre-rich waste from pulp and paper mill operations into ethanol using a specialised fermentation process.

Sappi delivers results ahead of expectations for the second financial quarter

Commenting on the group’s results, Sappi Chief Executive Officer Steve Binnie said: “Within the context of subdued underlying market conditions due to the challenging macroeconomic environment I am pleased that the group delivered EBITDA of US$183 million, which was 10% above the prior year.”

Mativ Announces First Quarter 2024 Results

Mativ Holdings, Inc. ("Mativ" or the "Company") (NYSE: MATV) reported earnings results for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

Stella-Jones Announces First Quarter Results

Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX: SJ) (“Stella-Jones” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

Cascades Reports Results for the First Quarter of 2024

KINGSEY FALLS, QC, May 9, 2024 - Cascades Inc. (TSX: CAS) reports its unaudited financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2024.

RYAM Announces Improved First Quarter 2024 Results

Reaffirms 2024 EBITDA and Increases Free Cash Flow Guidance

Ahlstrom: January–March 2024 financial results published

Ahlstrom Holding 3 Oy has today published its January–March 2024 financial report. The report is available at www.ahlstrom.com/investors.

Sappi signs milestone 175GWh per annum renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement with Enpower Trading

JOHANNESBURG - MAY 7, 2024 - In a positive move to reduce its carbon footprint, Sappi Southern Africa has concluded a milestone 175GWh per annum renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Enpower Trading, a NERSA-licensed private electricity trading company.

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Fresh and Recycled Fibers: Partners in a Sustainable Paper Cycle

Mondi, a leading paper and packaging producer, tackles a common question: why not use 100% recycled paper? Their answer highlights the crucial partnership between fresh and recycled fibers in maintaining a healthy paper cycle.

Capturing carbon at Stora Enso Skutskär unit – on the way to climate positive production

Stora Enso's Skutskär biomaterials production site in Sweden is a leader in both innovation and sustainability

Canfor Pulp and Canfor Release 2023 Sustainability Report Demonstrating Continued ESG Performance

Canfor Pulp Products and Canfor Corporation recently released their joint 2023 Sustainability Report, outlining their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts and progress towards established goals.

Innovation and Collaboration: FESBC Funds Boost Sustainable Forestry in Northwest B.C.

The Forest Enhancement Society of British Columbia (FESBC) is playing a key role in advancing sustainable forestry practices in Northwest B.C.