Domtar Acquires Iconex Paper’s Point-of-Sale Receipt Business in North America
Acquisition strengthens company’s position as the leading provider of thermal point-of-sale paper products in the U.S.
AmericaPack Summit 2025 brings together FMCG packaging elite to address industry transformation
The highly anticipated AmericaPack Summit 2025, scheduled for February 24-25 at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas, is set to deliver groundbreaking insights into the future of packaging innovation and sustainability.
The Nordic Paper Days 2024 by Bellmer: Global perspectives on sustainable paper and board production
Held in Finland, the Nordic Paper Days 2024, organized by the machinery manufacturer Bellmer, gathered industry professionals to explore the latest in sustainable practices for paper, pulp, and board production. About 130 clients and partners from across Europe, North America, Brazil, and Asia joined discussions spanning from the bioeconomy’s growth to advancements in energy efficiency and machine optimization.
International Paper Announces Review of Strategic Options for Global Cellulose Fibers Business and Closure of Georgetown, S.C. Pulp and Paper Mill
International Paper today announced the decision to review strategic options for its global cellulose fibers (GCF) business. The decision to explore alternatives for the GCF business is consistent with the Company's strategy to focus on sustainable packaging solutions.
Ongoing World Recycling Convention in Singapore - Opening/keynote session: ‘Embrace AI to succeed’
A forward-looking, dynamic and thriving vision of a global recycling industry supported by generative artificial intelligence (AI) was set out at the Bureau of International Recycling’s World Recycling Convention in Singapore. On 28 October, at the event’s Opening Session chaired by BIR President Susie Burrage OBE, the huge potential to recyclers of ground-breaking uses of AI was the theme of the keynote address from Dr Ayesha Khanna, Co-Founder and CEO of Addo, a global AI solutions firm based in Singapore, on 28 October.
Buckman announces price increases on products in North America
Buckman, the US-headquartered specialty chemical company, announces a 5% to 9% price increase for all product lines, effective December 1st, 2024, or as contracts allow.
Smurfit Westrock Earns Top Awards for Sustainable and Innovative Design
Smurfit Westrock, a leading global provider of paper-based packaging solutions, received seven awards including the Sustainability Award of the Year and the Innovation Award of the Year at the 81st Annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition. The award-winning packaging designs represent some of the best folding cartons and rigid boxes manufactured over the past year and underscore the company’s commitment to solve complex packaging challenges while advancing the circular economy.
Paper Excellence Group Rebrands as Domtar
Paper Excellence Group today announced the operational integration of the recently acquired Domtar Corporation (and other legal entities) and Resolute Forest Products with the legacy Paper Excellence business, forming a leading, unified forest products company in North America. This integration represents a strategic alignment of the companies’ strengths, resources and expertise, creating a stronger organization poised for future growth and innovation, while maintaining the highest levels of environmental stewardship. Together, the companies will now be doing business as Domtar.
Canfor Pulp announces President and CEO
John Baird, Chairman of Canfor Pulp Board of Directors announced today that Stephen Mackie has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Canfor Pulp effective November 1, 2024.
UPM Raflatac Expands Operations with New Terminal in Toronto
UPM Raflatac, a global supplier of innovative and sustainable self-adhesive paper and film products, announces the opening of its new distribution terminal located in Ajax, Ontario, part of the Greater Toronto Area. This 30,000-square-foot facility extends service to Eastern Canadian customers and complements an existing network of three factories and two other terminals that collectively service North America-based customers.
TAPPICon 2025 - Call for papers now open
TAPPI has announced that the Call for Papers for TAPPICon 2025 has officially opened. Industry experts, researchers, innovators and leaders are invited to submit abstracts to present at this important industry event. The deadline to submit abstracts is December 1, 2024.
Two more CEOs added for upcoming NA/ICC event in Chicago on Oct. 28-30
Two more CEOs, one from the US and one from Europe, were added to the Fastmarkets North America and International Containerboard Conference (ICC) event for this month in Chicago. About 350-400 attendees are registered for the event.
International Paper Announces Overwhelming Shareholder Approval in Connection with the Proposed Acquisition of DS Smith
International Paper is pleased to announce today that it received the necessary shareholder approval for its pending acquisition of DS Smith. Earlier this week, DS Smith also received the necessary shareholder approval for the Combination.
UPM Specialty Papers to display new co-created recyclable packaging solutions at PACK EXPO International 2024
UPM Specialty Papers is looking forward to attending PACK EXPO International 2024, where you will find us on stand W-21110 in west hall.
Paper Excellence Group Donates $100,000 to Local Communities Impacted by Hurricane Helene
Paper Excellence Group companies Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products today announced $100,000 in financial support to assist four local communities following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene.
The 2024 ABTCP Congress and Exhibition unites the Pulp and Paper community in São Paulo
The Brazilian Pulp and Paper Association (ABTCP) is hosting its annual congress this week at the Transamerica Expo Center in São Paulo.
Heat Management Landed 3 new Purchase Orders During the Summer of 2024!
During the summer vacation, we have kept ourselves busy!
Sucuriú Project: Valmet to supply the complete pulp mill to Arauco in Brazil for over EUR 1 billion
The Board of Directors of Arauco have today approved an investment of a complete pulp mill and selected Valmet as the supplier for the project. Valmet’s scope will be the delivery of complete pulp mill including also full-scope automation and flow control solutions to Arauco. The new pulp mill will be the world’s largest single-phase pulp mill project with 3.5 million tonne per year pulp production capacity. The new mill is estimated to start-up in the second half of 2027. The pulp mill will be built in Inocência, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
Co-located Fastmarkets events offer double the forest products insights and networking opportunities
On October 28-30, two Fastmarkets forest products events will take place at the same venue, giving delegates access to more content and more industry figures – at no extra cost.
Runtech Systems exhibits at ABTCP in São Paulo, Brazil
Runtech Systems team will participate in ABTCP exhibition in São Paulo, Brazil. The ABTCP 2024 exhibition in Transamerica Expo Center takes place on October 1-3. Visiting the show provides a full overview of the latest technology and equipment available for the paper industry, presented by over 120 exhibiting companies. Runtech exhibits at booth no. 149.
ANDRITZ to establish new service center in Brazil
ANDRITZ has initiated a project to build a state-of-the-art service center for pulp and paper mill equipment in Três Lagoas, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. With this strategic investment, ANDRITZ strengthens its presence in Brazil and its support for the local pulp and paper industry.
Billerud appoints Doug Schwartz as President Billerud North America
Billerud has appointed Doug Schwartz as President Billerud North America and member of the company’s Group Management Team, effective 30 September.
ESKA USA celebrates the grand opening of its new facility in SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA, USA
On September 10, 2024, Eska USA B.V., celebrated the grand opening of its new facility at 150 Judkins Court Suite 100. CEO of RdM Group Michele Bianchi, Head of Solid Board Brian Oost, and Mayor of Suffolk Mike Duman attended the event, to celebrate the relocation and additional investments.
ProCon Appoints Claudio Muñoz as Vice President of Innovation, Sales and Marketing
Progressive Converting, Inc. (ProCon) is pleased to announce the appointment of Claudio Muñoz as the new Vice President of Innovation, Sales and Marketing. In his new role, Muñoz will join the senior leadership team and lead the growth and innovation strategies for ProCon’s Vireo® coating business.