Industry News | Latest Updates in the Pulp and Paper Sector

WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock released the following statement in response to the Minnesota State Legislature’s decision to advance Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation as part of HF 3911 – the Environment and Natural Resources Supplemental Budget Bill.

Imperial Dade, a leading distributor of foodservice packaging, printing papers, and janitorial supplies, announced the acquisition of Canpaco, a Canadian company in the same industry.

Following approval by the relevant authorities, the acquisition of NAF AB business by international technology group ANDRITZ has been completed.

In a move that will displace over a hundred employees, the corrugated plant in Milan, Michigan has announced it will permanently cease operations by July 6th.

Canfor Pulp Products announced the indefinite closure of one production line at its Northwood facility in Prince George, British Columbia.

The BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI) is urging the provincial government to take immediate steps to address a declining fiber supply, which has led to a series of mill closures and curtailments across the province.

Canfor Corporation announced the permanent closure of its Polar sawmill in Bear Lake, British Columbia, and the suspension of its planned reinvestment in Houston, BC.

KINGSEY FALLS, QC, May 10, 2024 - Cascades Inc. (TSX: CAS) (the ''Company'' or ''Cascades''), a leader in eco-friendly recovery, packaging, and hygiene products, held its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on May 9, 2024.

With skilled workers in short supply everywhere, companies need innovative ideas to boost recruitment and maintain operations.

May 10, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario - The Boreal Caribou is an iconic Canadian species at the heart of boreal forest biodiversity and with cultural importance to Indigenous peoples and other Canadians.

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.

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.

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

International Paper responded to media reports suggesting a potential acquisition.

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

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

Clearwater Paper has recently finalized its strategic acquisition of the Augusta, Georgia bleached paperboard manufacturing facility from Graphic Packaging International.

9,400-square-foot facility provides unparalleled hands-on training for Tetra Pak employees and customers

Irving Forest Product's Dixfield, Maine sawmill is enhancing its offerings by introducing baled wood shavings as part of their value-added products.

Canfor Corporation announced on May 1st that it will acquire the El Dorado lumber facility in Arkansas from Resolute El Dorado Inc., an affiliate of Domtar Corporation.

SPRINGFIELD, Mass., April 25, 2024—The Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) will welcome over 50 industry professionals to its headquarters in Springfield on May 14-15 for Spring Folding Carton Boot Camp.