Norske Skog today provided updates on two projects — Norske Skog Golbey in France and Norske Skog Saugbrugs in Norway.

Ahlstrom has initiated a feasibility study for investing in tape base paper saturation and release coating capability. The feasibility study evaluates the most suitable approach to deliver these capabilities, and the final decision is expected to be made shortly after the study is completed.

Novolex announced it has acquired the assets of American Twisting, a manufacturer of twisted-paper handles used in the production of paper bags.

Further expanding its diverse line of paper products, White Birch Paper has announced that beginning in September 2024, it will enter the Recycled Kraft paper market via its Stadacona Mill located in Quebec City, Canada.

Have you noticed a shift in paper packaging innovation lately? We have, and so have the industry analysts whose job it is to track paper and packaging trends. Consumers prefer paper packaging, and manufacturers are responding by turning to fiber-based alternatives to plastic packaging.

Rayonier Advanced Materials recently announced that, effective immediately, it will increase prices for its Cellulose Specialties products by up to 10 percent, depending on product grade, as contracts allow. This increase is driven by market dynamics, cost inflation, and other economic drivers.

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from global hygiene and health company Essity to deliver a PrimeDry YES (Yankee Eco Steam System) for a tissue machine at its mill in Stubbins, England. Start-up is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2024.

Integrated Power Services (IPS), a North American leader in the servicing, engineering, and remanufacturing of electrical, mechanical, and power management systems, has finalized the acquisition of ABB’s Industrial Services business, effective August 31, 2024.

International technology group ANDRITZ has successfully started up a new DD-Washer drum displacer washer at the Tanigawa pulp mill of Hyogo Pulp Industries Ltd, a leading Japanese unbleached kraft pulp producer.

SUN Automation Group®, a global leader in providing innovative solutions for the corrugated industry, proudly announces a strategic partnership with Versor Engineering. This collaboration brings advanced Speciality Folder Gluer machines and tape applicators to the packaging industry across the USA and Canada, significantly enhancing SUN Automation’s product portfolio.

Sonoco Products Company announced that it has initiated a review of strategic alternatives for the company's Thermoformed & Flexible Packaging ("TFP") business, a part of the company's Consumer Packaging segment. Exploring alternatives for the TFP business is expected to accelerate Sonoco's portfolio simplification strategy, improve pro forma leverage and further increase shareholder value.

Veritiv announced it has entered into a binding agreement with Orora (ASX: ORA) to acquire the North American packaging and distribution business Orora Packaging Solutions (OPS)1. This strategic acquisition will further position Veritiv as a leading provider of value-added products and solutions in specialty packaging distribution in North America.

Menasha Packaging, a leading provider of innovative packaging solutions, announces a groundbreaking investment in its North American preprint capabilities. With a commitment of over $50 million, Menasha is poised to revolutionize the preprinted graphic packaging space. Here are the key highlights:

In a bold move towards sustainability, Nestlé is revolutionizing its packaging across several major brands, replacing plastic with innovative paper-based solutions.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock and American Wood Council (AWC) President and CEO Jackson Morrill released the following statement regarding DC Circuit Court's decision [Sept. 3] on Boiler MACT.

Phoenix Paper announces the launch of two new product lines: Phoenix Tag and Phoenix Ledger, expanding its portfolio of high-quality paper products designed to meet the diverse needs of the printing and packaging industries.

Lecta announces the launch of its new termax range of high substance thermal papers, designed specifically for ticketing applications. product offering is designed to meet the growing demands for quality and durability for a wide range of applications in admission and access control ticketing for events, transportation tickets, boarding passes, parking lot tickets, data carrier tags for product identification and tracking in the supply chain and logistics and supermarket shelf labels, among others.

Forestry plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of North American ecosystems. Both the United States and Canada have implemented rigorous standards to ensure the sustainability of their forests, benefiting the environment and supporting the paper industry's responsible practices.

Domtar’s Kingsport Mill was named the 2024 Business Recycler of the Year by the Tennessee Recycling Coalition (TRC) during the organization’s annual Tennessee Sustainability Conference. The award is given annually to businesses that practice outstanding leadership in recycling and waste prevention.

Stora Enso has appointed Pasi Kyckling as acting CFO until Niclas Rosenlew starts in his position as new CFO. Kyckling will hold the role of acting CFO from 1 November 2024 until Niclas joins Stora Enso — at the latest in January 2025.

Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, today announced senior executive appointments designed to help accelerate organic growth in the business.

Albany International announces that its Board of Directors has appointed Merle Stein as President of its Machine Clothing business segment, and elected him an officer of the Company effective September 1, 2024, to succeed Daniel Halftermeyer, who has stepped down from the position to focus his time and energies on the continued integration of the Heimbach acquisition and the successful transition to Mr. Stein.

December 5 & 6 – Georgia Tech Savannah Campus – Savannah, GA

Discover how cellulose nanomaterials can be used to partially or fully replace common adhesives and contribute to new product development during TAPPI’s insightful one-hour webinar.

Converters and Corrugators, the Oak Brook Marriott is the place to be November 12

Explore courses focused on tissue properties & processes, tissue converting, tissue packaging, tissue operations & runnability, and the Yankee dryer.

Learn more about Hemicellulose and Lignin-Containing Nanocelluloses at this one-hour webinar on October 7