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U.S. Box Demand to Grow 2.1%/yr. in 2015-2016

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TAPPI

November 20, 2014
Weekly Spotlight
Company's capacity reductions are planned to take place in France, Finland, and the U.K.
 
First of two open forums this week in Atlanta, Ga., USA, to gather perspectives on pathways to advance the industry’s manufacturing and products, was attended by some 40 experts from academia, companies, and government agencies.
 
Multi-year, $115 million investment plan includes recently completed upgrade to PM 3 as well as a range of capital projects, including modernization of three paper machines.
 
Shortage of young talent, compounded by Baby Boomers’ negative perceptions about Millennials, could impact continued business expansion.
 
Some 21% of organizations are increasing paper consumption, with more than 75% admitting to ignoring what they consider frivolous environmental impact policies concerning reducing paper use.
 
From The Experts
Innovation and persistence in research efforts allowed Shandong Tralin Paper Co. to develop the first fully automated continuous digester for non-wood pulp production in the world. Three breakthrough innovations distinguish the Tralin continuous digester from the Kamyr digester.
 
Naylor Association Solutions
North American box and containerboard demand should "emerge from its lethargy" in 2015 if consumer spending finally begins to pick up.
 
Europe October Market Pulp Consumption Declines
Consumption of purchased pulp was down 0.2% y/y in October, with BSK pulp down 2.1% and BHK pulp up 1.7%.
 
Newsprint Producers Ready Early for Holidays
With forecasters predicting about a 4% increase in holiday sales this year, newspapers can expect to reap the benefits of ever earlier Christmas advertising.
 
Less to Landfill: Wax Coating Usage Drops Below 3% of Corrugated Shipments
In 2013, the industry used 39% less wax than in 2002, when wax usage was first measured.
 
Naylor, LLC
Pulp & Paper
GLV Shareholders Approve Sale of P&P Division, Name Change to Ovivo
GLV's Pulp & Paper Division will be sold to 9027173 Canada Inc., a corporation owned by Richard Verreault, president and CEO of GLV, and Laurent Verreault, executive chairman of the board of GLV,
 
Mondi Celebrates Startup of New Recovery Boiler in Slovakia
Construction on the recovery boiler began in 2013 as part of a EUR 128 million investment to increase green electricity production and improve the mill’s overall cost position, while reducing the mill’s environmental footprint.
 
New SC Product to Reduce Holmen’s Newsprint Production
Intensive preparations are underway on PM 53 at Braviken Paper Mill outside Norrköping, Sweden, for the conversion work that is scheduled to begin at the end of January next year.
 
Nippon to Install Third Pulp Expert Auto Pulp Lab this Year
Automatic pulp laboratory will be installed at company's Yatsushiro integrated pulp and paper mill in Japan.
 
Sappi Somerset Mill Now Running on Natural Gas
Mill is now running on natural gas instead of oil, a move the company hopes will shave 30% off energy costs and reduce environmental impacts.
 
Sofidel’s Headbox Energy Recovery System Exceeds Expectations
Unit was recently started up at Sofidel's mill Delicarta Valdottavo in Italy and proved to meet all expectations when it was tested this past week.
 
Containerboard/Packaging
Essentra to Acquire Clondalkin Specialist Packaging
With 24 strategically located facilities, Clondalkin SPD is a global provider of a broad suite of specialty secondary packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical and health and personal care industries, and will transform Essentra's position in these end-markets, the company notes.
 
Frankston Packaging’s Eldred Takes Reins at PPC
Eldred has been active with PPC for more than a decade, elected to the board in 2000 and to the executive committee in 2012.
 
Possible U.K. Based Re-Location for Smurfit Kappa
Gary McGann, CEO of the paper packaging company, conceded that with Ireland as its base, Dublin’s 12.5% tax rate was attractive, but not a sufficient reason to prevent the company moving to a U.K. listing.
 
Rengo Acquires D-In Pack Corrugated in Thailand
D-IN is a corrugated box manufacturer operating in Nakorn Pathom Province, Thailand, with an annual capacity of approximately 15,000 tons.
 
Smurfit Kappa Could Close Five European Corrugated Plants
The release did not give locations of these facilities.
 
Sonoco Display & Packaging Recognized with Four Design of the Times Awards
Design of the Times award celebrates the most inspiring and creative in-store activation tactics and campaigns and recognizes their key role in the discipline of shopper marketing.
 
New Products
Japan’s Tocalo Mill Launches On-site PM Roll Coating Service with Valmet
A pre-arrangement was signed in August, and operations will now start at the beginning of December.
 
Stora Enso Upgrades CKB Board to Enable Lightweighting
Despite the reduced weight, CKB will provide the same high performance as before, as no other technical properties have been changed, the company notes. The product is more sustainable than before, as it requires less raw material to produce.
 
People
Norske Skog Saugbrugs Managing Director Vardheim Resigns
"Roy has carried through important processes at Saugbrugs, as the startup of a new pulp line with significant reductions in energy consumption and variable costs, and initiation of research for development of microfibrillated cellulose," said Sven Ombudstvedt, CEO of Norske Skog and chairman of the board.
 
Norske Skog Saugbrugs Appoints Kure Managing Director
Kjell Arve Kure has solid leadership and industry experience from various positions within Norske Skog for the past 15 years.
 
Weyerhaeuser Names Slater SVP Cellulose Fibers, Blocker SVP Wood Products
Both changes are effective Jan. 1, 2015.
 
TAPPI News
Showcase Your Technical Achievements at Nano 2015
TAPPI’s Nano Conference next June brings together developers and users of renewable nanomaterials that are looking for innovative solutions and advanced functionalities in materials.
 
Call for Papers: Centennial Celebration Biorefinery Edition of TAPPI Journal
Researchers are invited to submit papers on their latest findings in this emerging field by January 1, 2015.
 
Top Reasons to Attend TAPPI Intro to Pulp and Paper Course
TAPPI has offered this course for more than 40-years – for good reason. It is the most comprehensive introductory course in the industry offering an overview of the entire pulping and papermaking process. Don't miss your opportunity to attend in sunny St. Petersburg, Fla., USA.
 
TAPPI Presents FPS Book Savings
FPS society members represent a broad range of professional interests including private and public research and development, industrial management and production, marketing, education, government, engineering, and consulting.
 
TAPPI Press: Troubleshooting the Papermaking Process
TAPPI members save $55 off the list price for this new book.
 
In the Spotlight: Rosy Covarrubias - If the Shoe Fits...
TAPPI member Rosy Covarrubias says she has so many shoes in her closet "they would rival Imelda Marcos."
 
TAPPI Press: The World of Market Pulp - Soft Cover
TAPPI members will gain access to material about global market pulps--their forest and fiber sources, pulp qualities, and how to select market pulps.
 
TAPPI Centennial Museum: Call for Entries
We are seeking artifacts, photos, books, and equipment that represents a stage in our industry’s history.
 
New from TAPPI PRESS: Maintenance Painting of Steel Structures in Pulp and Paper Mills
This book focuses on keys to a good maintenance program with a concession to today’s busy mill engineers.
 
TAPPI Supports the Next Generation of Industry Leaders
2015-2016 Scholarships are available in several categories and each has the potential to assist students in achieving their educational goals. Scholarship application requirements vary by division and a general information form must also be completed.