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Billerud’s Johan Ericson Breaks Down Key PPWR Impacts

As the European Union’s PPWR begins reshaping the packaging industry, Billerud’s Director of Sustainability & Public Affairs, ... 

Corrugated Packaging Trends: Design Insights from Experts

An article by Atlantic Packaging, featuring an interview with Design Manager Phil Watson, ....

Innofibre: A Key Player in Innovation and Transition in the Forestry Sector

Interview with Jean-Philippe Jacques, Director of Innofibre – Cellulosic Products Innovation Centre

Paul Bucek Honoured with PPSA Distinguished Service Award

Paul Bucek of Green Bay Packaging has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Pulp and Paper Safety Association (PPSA). 

TAPPI Corrugated Packaging Division Announces Call for Nominations

Elections are currently underway to fill two (2) three-year Member-at-Large positions on the TAPPI Corrugated Packaging Council (CPC). 

Jussi Vanhanen Assumes Role as Metsä Group CEO

On July 1, 2025, Jussi Vanhanen officially began his tenure as President and CEO of Metsä Group.

Katariina Kravi to Leave Stora Enso at End of 2025

Stora Enso announced on July 2 that Katariina Kravi, Executive Vice President, People and Communication, will be leaving the company ...

Michael Urlick Appointed SVP at Kruger Products

Kruger Products has announced the appointment of Michael Urlick as Senior Vice President, Business Development.

Paul Joachimczyk Appointed CFO of Sonoco

Sonoco has announced the appointment of Paul Joachimczyk as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 30, 2025.

Metsä Board Appoints Jussi Vanhanen as New Board Chair

Metsä Board has announced that Ilkka Hämälä will step down as Chair of the Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2025.

Sebastian Bartels Named Director General of FBCA

The Food and Beverage Carton Alliance (FBCA) has appointed Sebastian Bartels as its new Director General, ...

Alex Veitch Named New Chief Executive of CPI

The Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) has announced the appointment of Alex Veitch as its next Chief Executive, ...