Irving Paper Cuts 140 Jobs Amid Power Cost Surge
Irving Paper has announced the permanent shutdown of 50% of its operations.
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Unifor Forestry Council Statement on U.S. Tariffs
Canada’s forestry sector is directly in the crosshairs of U.S. President Donald Trump’s chaotic tariff strategy.
Hood Container Boosts Fiber Recapture with Box to Nature Program
Hood Container has partnered with the Paper and Packaging Board’s (P+PB) Box to Nature program.
AF&PA Congratulates U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick
Urges continued talks with Canada, Mexico and the European Union
Kruger Invests $6.5M to Diversify Production at Wayagamack Mill
Kruger Inc. has announced a $6.5-million investment to implement an innovation project ...
International Paper to Close Multiple Facilities, Reducing Capacity
International Paper has announced the permanent closure of four facilities, impacting operations across the United States.
Sylvamo Invests $145 Million in South Carolina Facilities
Sylvamo has announced a major $145 million investment to modernize its facilities in South Carolina.
Feasibility Study for Domtar’s Liverpool Mill Nears Completion
The public announcement of the project is expected in the first quarter of 2025, ahead of a court hearing scheduled for March.
Successful First Year for Kruger’s Scholarship Program
Kruger has introduced the Joseph Kruger II Scholarship Program, an annual initiative aimed at supporting the academic success of employees' children.
Cardinal Tissue Expands with Softex Acquisition
Cardinal Tissue has announced the acquisition of Softex Paper’s U.S. assets.
Georgia-Pacific Joins Circular Action Alliance to Shape EPR Laws
GP has joined the Circular Action Alliance (CAA) as a founding member.
GP Completes $34M Upgrade at Bradford Corrugated Plant
Georgia-Pacific has finalized a $34 million investment in its Bradford, Pennsylvania, corrugated facility.
AF&PA Responds to Executive Orders Imposing Tariffs on Mexico and Canada
AF&PA issued the following statement regarding President Donald Trump’s announcement of 25% tariffs on all products from Canada and Mexico.
International Paper Finalizes Acquisition of DS Smith
International Paper finalized its acquisition of DS Smith on January 31, 2025, creating a leading global sustainable packaging company.
Greif to Close Two U.S. Facilities, Impacting 140 Jobs
Greif announced the permanent closure of two facilities in the U.S., impacting approximately 140 jobs.
Ontario Invests $10M to Protect 2,500 Forestry Jobs in Kapuskasing
The Ontario government has extended a crucial lifeline to Kap Paper in Kapuskasing, ...
USG Paper to Invest $715M, Create 150 Jobs in Orange, Texas
The City of Orange, Texas, has secured a major economic boost with USG Paper announcing plans to expand its operations to the former International Paper site.
Mercer, Woodland Cree Extend Historic Logging Partnership
Mercer Peace River and Woodland Cree First Nation have renewed their co-ownership agreement for Peace River Logging.
Irving Paper Cuts Production Again Amidst High Electricity Costs
Irving Paper is again curtailing 50% of its operations indefinitely due to soaring electricity costs.
International Paper Invests $260M in New Waterloo, Iowa, Facility
IP announced a $260 million investment to construct a new, state-of-the-art corrugated packaging facility in Waterloo, Iowa.
International Paper Secures EU Approval for DS Smith Acquisition
The all-share merger between DS Smith Plc and International Paper Company has reached a critical milestone.
UPM Highlights 3 Trends Reshaping the Packaging Industry
The future of packaging will be defined by sustainability.
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