Step into the future

T.Scott Frasca and Daniel J. Goymerac named to TAPPI’s Board of Directors.

A.Celli Group celebrates the final piece of its series of celebrations for the 80th anniversary of its activities with an event that marks not only the presentation of the commemorative volume dedicated to its history, but also the continuation of a prestigious collaboration with the Giacomo Puccini Foundation for the triennium 2025-2027.

GreenFirst Forest Products Inc. announces the extension of its asset-based lending facility with Bank of Montreal.

BPER has finalized a €5 million financing with SACE’s Green Guarantee in favor of La Badia Soc. Agr. Srl, a company belonging to Cartiere Carrara Group, to finance the costs and expenses to be incurred in relation to the activities that constitute a reforestation project aimed at pursuing the following environmental objectives, which aims to implement polycyclic plantations and the redevelopment of the surrounding territory, including through targeted training activities.

The Saica Group has accepted a €32.7 million grant from the Spanish Ministry of Industry and Tourism to support its Strategic Project for Economic Recovery and Transformation (PERTE), aimed at decarbonising its recycled paper production process at the El Burgo de Ebro plant in Zaragoza. 

Mondi announced the results of its sixth annual eCommerce trend report “Sustainability and its impact on packaging and online shopping choices”. This comprehensive study examines trends, attitudes and expectations regarding eCommerce and the impact packaging has on the consumer experience.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the January 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly report. According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 7% in January compared to January 2024.

Brazilian pulp and paper producer Suzano has announced price increases for its hardwood pulp:

Mercer International Inc. (Nasdaq: MERC) today reported fourth quarter 2024 Operating EBITDA of $99.2 million, an increase from $21.1 million in the same quarter of 2023 and $50.5 million in the third quarter of 2024.

Cascades Inc. has reported its unaudited financial results for the three-month period and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024.

Toscotec has recently completed a dryer section rebuild including more than 10 TT SteelDryer cylinders at a leading American paper producer that remains confidential. This group has placed numerous repeat orders relating to four different production bases in the USA. In North America, Toscotec has installed more than 70 TT SteelDryers to date.

Suzano has reached remarkable production milestones at its new pulp mill in Ribas do Rio Pardo, Brazil, delivered by ANDRITZ. The world’s largest single-line eucalyptus pulp mill achieved average nominal capacity within less than six months after start-up, nearly four months ahead of schedule. Another milestone was met on January 8 when the mill’s production reached its first 1 million tons of pulp. When fully operational, the mill will have an annual production capacity of 2.55 million tons.

Valmet is to deliver an IQ Quality Control System for corrugator for optimizing sheet quality to Grupo Penha S.A.'s packaging plant in Itapira, Sao Paulo state, Brazil.

Metsä Board is exploring ways to use artificial intelligence in packaging design. Metsä Board's packaging design team has been testing the use of AI in packaging design, and Northern Lights Oat Meal is an example.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the January 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly report. According to the report, total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in January increased 4% compared to January 2024.

Packsize, a company specialising in on-demand packaging solutions, has unveiled the X6, a new automated right-sized packaging system.

American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock released the following statement on Howard Lutnick’s confirmation as United States Secretary of Commerce.

Koehler Paper has partnered with organic ready-to-eat meal provider pack&satt to introduce a groundbreaking paper packaging solution for convenience products.

Graphic Packaging International, a global leader in sustainable packaging, has reinvented its Cold&Go™ insulated paper cup, specifically designed to address the recurring challenges faced by quick-service restaurants, cafés, and convenience stores.

With the CleanLine Extract360, leading full-line supplier Voith is launching a new, highly effective fabric cleaning system for the dryer section of paper machines. The innovative system is designed to overcome limitations of conventional dryer fabric cleaning, enabling excellent cleaning results, reliably removing wastewater, and extending fabric life by reducing cleaning pressure.

The Flow Control SZ8 SealCooler thermosiphon system is a revolutionary new product and process innovation from Finnish company Flow Control.

Hood Container has joined Box to Nature program – Paper and Packaging Board’s (P+PB) residential recycling program. Developed by P+PB in collaboration with participating paper and corrugated manufacturing companies and industry partners, Box to Nature is an initiative where box manufacturers work with e-commerce brands to print a graphic on their boxes that encourages consumers to recycle.

The Fedrigoni Group, a leading global player in specialty papers, self-adhesive materials, and RFID solutions, achieved a score of 90/100 in 2024 and, for the third consecutive time, the Platinum medal for sustainability. This recognition was also attributed to the significant results obtained from the sustainable procurement program, which enabled 241 suppliers to increase their ESG score by an average of 4.5 points through specific training programs and continuous improvement strategies.

Robert “Bob” Morgan, former President of the Geo. M. Martin Company and a respected leader in the corrugated packaging industry, passed away peacefully at his home in Benicia, California on February 8, 2025. He was 72.

Engineered Recycling Systems is pleased to announce that Mark Haire has joined the company's Technical Sales Team.

Aikawa Fiber Technologies (AFT), based in Sherbrooke, has announced the appointment of Ali Raheem as CEO, effective immediately. This move is part of AFT’s growth and innovation strategy.

A virtual meeting will be held Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 1:00 pm. EST providing a brief report on TAPPI association business.

Renowned honor recognizes inspiring volunteer leaders

Gain Key Insights and Strategies at TAPPICon 2025

Acquire the essentials of pulp and paper manufacturing at this upcoming short course at NC State University.

Ensure Accurate Defect Detection with TAPPI’s Trusted Charts

Spring into learning with these industry training events coming up.

TAPPI President and CEO Montague Announces Leadership Succession Planning