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Lindenmeyr Munroe Expands Distribution Operations into Florida Market

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Thursday, January 16, 2025 - Member
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Lindenmeyr Munroe announced plans to expand operations into the Florida market with a Tampa-based distribution facility.
 
Buckman Unveils New $10 Million Pilot Plant in Memphis
Buckman recently unveiled with an opening ceremony its new, state-of-the art chemical R&D pilot plant facility on the campus of its global headquarters in Memphis. The new R&D pilot plant is named in honor of Robert H. (Bob) Buckman, who served in the past as both CEO and Chairman of the Board, to recognize his leadership through the 1980s and 1990s, and his nationally recognized expertise on “knowledge sharing.”
 
Seaman Paper Acquires Paper Manufacturer Julius Glatz GmbH
Seaman Paper Company, a fourth-generation, family-owned global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions with operations in the U.S., Asia, and Europe, has acquired Julius Glatz GmbH, a pioneer in specialty papers based in Neidenfels, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.
 
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From The Experts
AF&PA Disappointed in U.S. Department of the Treasury Final Rules for Technology-Neutral Clean Electricity Credits
By AF&PA
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS releasing final rules for the Clean Electricity Investment and Production Tax Credits.
 
November Manufacturing Technology Orders Climb, Setting Up Strong End to 2024
Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders (USMTO) report published by AMT The Association For Manufacturing Technology, totaled $448.8 million in November 2024. These orders for metalworking machinery increased 16.8% from October 2024 and 12.4% from November 2023. Year-to-date orders reached $4.18 billion, a decline of 5.7% compared to the first 11 months of 2023.
 
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Market Roundup
SCA Announces Price Increase for Its NBSK Pulp in Europe
SCA announced that it will increase the price on NBSK pulp (Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft) in Europe by USD 50 per tonne, which sets the new price at USD 1,530 per metric ton.
 
Packaging Market Size to Increase by USD 297.6 Billion Between 2024 to 2029
The global packaging market size is estimated to grow by USD 297.6 billion from 2025 to 2029, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period.
 
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Pulp & Paper
Metsä Tissue to Adjust Production Capacity of Kreuzau Mill in Germany
Metsä Tissue has announced an investment and capacity plan for its tissue mill in Kreuzau, Germany, to ensure long-term competitiveness and future profitable growth.
 
Bellmer Starts Up TurboJetter Headbox at Emami PM4 in India
Bellmer has modernised Emami Paper Mills‘ board machine at the Balasore mill in Odisha, India.
 
Containerboard/Packaging
Spanish Packaging Among the World's "Top Ten" at the WorldStar Awards 2025
Spanish design and manufacturing in packaging continue to shine internationally for their quality, innovation, sustainability, and creativity. With ten awards at the WorldStar Awards 2025, the world’s most prestigious packaging competition, Spain once again ranks among the top ten countries with the most accolades in this contest that recognised a total of 260 projects from 35 countries.
 
Is Your Packaging PPWR-Ready?
The global packaging waste crisis is a growing challenge, with projections indicating a significant increase in waste generation in the coming years. In response to this escalating issue, the European Union has introduced the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
 
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New Products
Introducing Maintenance-Free Magnashear® Electric Coupler Brakes
Force Control introduces the Magnashear® electric coupler brake which feature oil shear technology to provide precise stopping and repeatable positioning, in a compact footprint. They are ideal for demanding applications where the motor is reversed each cycle or there are frequent start/stop cycles.
 
Smurfit Westrock Develops 100% Paper-Based Alternative to Polyethylene Stretch Wrap
Smurfit Westrock has produced a 100% paper-based alternative to the polyethylene stretch wrap which is commonly used to stabilise pallet loads in transportation.
 
Sustainability
Smurfit Westrock’s Paper Pallet Wrap Set to Drive Down Supply Chain Emissions
Smurfit Westrock’s innovative new paper pallet wrap is helping companies to make their supply chains significantly more sustainable.
 
Klabin Conducts a Carbon Footprint Study for PineFluff Pulp
Klabin has achieved significant results in a study on the amount of greenhouse gases (GHG) generated throughout the life cycle of its fluff pulp, compared to the same product manufactured in the United States. According to the results, PineFluff® has a carbon footprint that is 62% lower, and PineFluff eXcel® has a footprint that is 64% lower, compared to fluff pulp produced in the Southeastern United States and available at the Port of Savannah, Georgia.
 
Arctic Paper Kostrzyn Receives EU Ecolabel Certification
Arctic Paper Kostrzyn, known for producing high-quality uncoated, wood-free offset paper and graphic paper, has received the prestigious EU Ecolabel certification for its entire product range. This recognition confirms the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable production practices, as the EU Ecolabel is awarded to products that demonstrate a reduced environmental impact throughout their lifecycle, from raw material sourcing to manufacturing.
 
CIB Invests $224M in Nova Scotia Wind Farm to Power Paper Mill
The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is investing $224.2 million in Port Hawkesbury Paper Wind Ltd.’s large-scale wind energy project, the Goose Harbour Lake Wind Farm.
 
People
Kadant Black Clawson Promotes Kenny Leathers to President
Kadant Black Clawson, a subsidiary of Kadant Inc., announced the promotion of Kenny Leathers to president. In this capacity, Leathers is responsible for the company's operations in Lebanon, Ohio, which include sales and marketing, R&D, manufacturing, and customer service.
 
Huhtamaki Appoints Ralf Wunderlich as President and Chief Executive Officer
Huhtamaki has appointed Ralf K. Wunderlich (58) as President and CEO effective on January 15, 2025 when the company's current President and CEO Charles Héaulmé steps down.
 
TAPPI Career Wire
Water Wastewater Practice Lead
McAdams
Raleigh, North Carolina
 
Director of the Field Research Site
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
St Louis, Missouri
 
Energy Management Division Manager
Denton Municipal Electric
Denton, Texas
 
Assistant Professor of Applied Viticulture
University of California Davis
Davis, California
 
NEPA Lead Planner/Engineer
RK&K
Columbia, South Carolina
 
Naylor Association Solutions
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Important Changes for TAPPI in 2025
TAPPI President and CEO Montague Announces Leadership Succession Planning
 
Share Your Advanced Renewable Materials Research
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TAPPICon 2025: Driving Innovation and Sustainability Across the Global Forest Products Industry
A Bold New Program, Expanded Scope, and Unparalleled Networking Opportunities Await in Minneapolis
 
Boost Your Skills at the TAPPI Paper Machine Operations Course
And advance your knowledge at the course this March 18-20.
 
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Gain insights into career building during TAPPI’s Nano Student Coffee Break
 
Special TAPPI Journal Issue Pays Tribute to Peter W. Hart, Ph.D.
Prolific author and editor leaves behind an unmatched legacy for current and future generations
 
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