Recent Articles

The PM40 closed Friday, 29 November 2024, at 6030.

Get the latest PM40 updates by listening to the weekly Nips show and the PM40 Daily Show on Pulp & Paper Radio International.

The PM40 closed 29 November 2024 up 15.7% from the 1 December 2023 level.

In this issue of Disconnected Comparisons, we evaluate Mercer International and PCA.

The Notes were offered in a private placement and there was no public offering of the Notes.

Canada will keep tabs on promises made by Paper Excellence, Natural Resources minister says.

Michael Robinson, 41, pleaded guilty to the charge before his jury trial. According to court records, he told his family member, who works at Pratt Industries, that he would bring an AK-47 there, shoot up the place and "come bang on the ... door and beat her ..."

The German Federal Cartel office has started an inspection on Metsä Tissue, a subsidiary of Metsä Group, related to hygiene papers.

The Smurfit Westrock paper mill in Longview, Washington, 'likely contributed' to the pungent stench that wafted through southwest Washington and northwest Oregon in September, the Washington State Department of Ecology determined.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced that an agreement has been extended between Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (Hydro) and Kruger's Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited.

Spinnova has pressed pause on the production plant currently being developed in partnership with Suzano. The Finnish textile fiber firm reported a delay in "reaching the targeted process metrics" (see: cost) needed to enter the next phase of building.

As part of its efforts to achieve its climate goal of net zero emissions of fossil greenhouse gases by 2040, Södra's first electric truck is on the road. Part of a pilot project, the truck will be entirely dedicated to transporting fossil-free deliveries of pulp from Värö to port terminals in Gothenburg and Varberg.

Huhtamäki Oyj is thrilled to announce that Huhtamaki won two prestigious awards at the IFCA STAR 2024 in India for our Pressure-Sensitive Label solutions with "Security Feature" and "Metallic and Sensory Appeal."

Smurfit Westrock is proud to announce the launch of its latest pioneering innovation, the EasySplit Bag-in-Box® design which was specifically developed to meet the upcoming requirements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

Metsä Board, the leading European producer of premium fresh fibre paperboards, has launched a new solution to enhance and simplify the recycling process for packaging materials customers receive as part of Metsä Board product deliveries.

The grants, distributed through the Rayonier Community Fund, will support a wide range of vital programs including educational, environmental, cultural, civic, and health and human services initiatives.

This shift is part of the company's strategic Lean Supply Chain programme aiming for efficient and lean value proposition to local markets.

Damaged deliveries dampen spirits ahead of busy holiday shopping season.

The report highlights Mativ's progress in sustainability, safety, and other key ESG priorities.

Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with U.K.-based technology pioneers, Power Roll Limited. Amcor and Power Roll's collaboration aims to revolutionize solar-powered energy by developing a lightweight solar photovoltaic film that can deliver a low-cost alternative to silicon solar panels.

Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions has been recognized by the 35th Packaging Innovation Awards (PIA) for its AmPrima® Plus solution for coffee.

The shutdown and restart of PM 1 are scheduled for the Q1 2026.

The Tornado pulper is a high-shear pulper capable of both tearing and fibrillating fibrous materials.

Kemira's change negotiations initiated on October 14, 2024 have concluded. As a result of the negotiations 23 employees will be made redundant.

Industrikraft is a new company formed before the summer on the initiative of Alfa Laval, Boliden, SKF, Stora Enso and the Volvo Group, to support the expansion of the Swedish electricity supply. Today, AFRY joins as an equal shareholder, together with a number of other companies.

The project's duration is approximately one year, with the installation planned to take place at the end of 2025.