Thursday, February 14, 2019 - Member
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Weekly Spotlight
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Market Roundup
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Pulp & Paper
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Containerboard/Packaging
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Nanotechnology
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New Products
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Sustainability
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Energy
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People
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TAPPI News
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Weekly Spotlight
1. E-commerce 2. Fit-to-Product 3. Sustainability through Lightweighting 4. Retail Changes 5. Digital Printing Advancements are identified as the top trends and each entry includes details on why and how it's changing things in the industry. New report also reveals that the electrical goods end-use sector will see the highest levels of growth.
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Apple's introduction of the Macintosh in 1984 - a GUI guided black on white pixel screen - represented itself, as designed, on paper sheets as black ink dots on the so-named dot-matrix printer of the 80s & marked the beginning of widespread desktop publishing on small computers both at work and at home by individuals and entire families. The original Mac's small 9 in. screen was made to create a 1:1 ratio in software with a sheet of paper 8.5 in. wide. And not only does the I-Pad sound like it's name refers to sheets of paper for drawing or writing, but current versions are also sized more like a sheet of paper. Apple's mobile devices and their competition's imitations have also helped e-commerce boom beyond the confines of the office or home "computer room" and in so doing might be helping the paper packaging industry thrive.
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Market Roundup
Through Feb. 2, units were down 5.9% compared to the first four weeks in 2018. The industry knew it was facing a difficult comparison with last January, when Michael Wolff’s Fire and Fury sold almost 800,000 copies. As political titles dominate printed book sales in recent years, this could be a sign that fascination with all things Trump may be weakening.
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Wood fiber sources required for pulping at 45% sawmill residue, 21% logs and chips, and now up to 34% recycled paper. BHK pulp is the main global pulp product heading into the 2020s, accounting for 53% of production while BSK pulp is second, accounting for 41%. Top P&P market players during the forecast period are noted.
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The hydrogen peroxide market is set to grow from its recent market value (Dec. 2016) of 3.89 billion to over $6.39 billion by 2024 primarily due to growth in the P&P industry. Global P&P industry may consume hydrogen peroxide worth over $2.5 billion by 2024. De-inking of recycled paper will also boost hydrogen peroxide use.
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Market is likely to experience tough pricing competition among producers in upcoming years due to the emergence of new prominent players. Larger companies are focusing on launching product ideas directed towards developing countries and emerging market economies using many disposable paper products affordable there only recently.
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Companies currently and in the years ahead during the forecast period are focusing on a better product (fulfilling the quality standards needed for global competition in pulp trade) while at the same time implementing appropriate global competitive pricing. These two things are noted as key to growing sales in the global pulp trade during the 2020s.
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Market research firm that provided the list also noted that the key factors it sees driving growth of the chemical pulp market includes the rising applications of packaging paper in personal care and pharmaceuticals (healthcare).
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List sourced from WorldWide Market Reports (Dallas, Tex., USA) in its most recent relevant market research report (June, 2018) titled "Global Tissue Paper Market by Manufacturers, Regions, Type, and Application, Forecast to 2023"
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Pulp & Paper
"We're excited to share we've announced to our Chicago employees, we are seeking a new location for our facility as we recognize the importance of the marketplace and region as a major direct mail center. We are looking forward to our continued presence and commitment to our vendors, employees, and loyal customers," said Cenveo's President.
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According to Unifor, which represents five unions at the mill, the deal is for a four-year period and was ratified last fall. It includes wage increases of 2% in the first two years and 2.5% in the final two years of the agreement. One employee said the agreement was one of the easiest and best reached deals he has seen been reached in decades working there.
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The company is making breakthroughs in this type of cutting edge production of a bio-material using the conventional pulp digester. Their next step is to treat the pulp with enzymes that break down the cellulose into glucose and the hemicellulose into xylose (collectively termed cellulosic sugars), which can be used for producing biomaterials.
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Fortress entered into a definitive contribution agreement with Natural Resources Canada ("NRCan") whereby NRCan has committed $10 million in contribution funding to support the planned construction of a xylitol and complementary bioproducts demonstration plant at Fortress’ dissolving pulp mill in Thurso, Québec
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"The retirement of our $250 million Notes using the term loan proceeds allows us to effectively manage our leverage going forward..." said John P. Jacunski, EVP and CFO. "This added flexibility, in conjunction with a new 5-year revolver, provides the liquidity we need for future organic and acquisition growth..."
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"While the Harmon name is well-known in the marketplace, more formally adopting the Georgia-Pacific name reflects that we are committed to being a preferred partner in the recyclable commodity industry," said Marc Forman, president – Georgia-Pacific Recycling.
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Company seeks concept to boost quality, production efficiency, as well as provide for a more sustainable use of resources. Concept reviewed in cooperation with equipment and automation system suppliers so as to provide a comprehensive proposal of current top technical capabilities and to have an accurate view of possibilities on the near-term horizon.
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On Feb. 7, the Canadian Competition Bureau issued a no-action letter in respect of Paper Excellence’s previously announced agreement to acquire Catalyst Paper. Catalyst and Paper Excellence can now move forward with preparations to complete the transaction, subject to the satisfaction or waiver of remaining closing conditions.
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Containerboard/Packaging
Condition of approval is agreement to divest 3 Bemis plants located in the UK and Ireland. Plants generate $170 million of annual revenue from the sale of flexible packaging for certain healthcare products. Approval preserves Amcor’s European healthcare packaging business which is substantially larger and participates in high value end markets.
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"Many major foodservice and consumer packaged goods brands have signaled the need for packaging that delivers on their sustainability goals and objectives," said Shane Bertsch, VP of Innovation, HAVI. "We’re pleased to have Sun Chemical partner with us to improve the sustainability of packaging."
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Nanotechnology
Paper + Packaging Board President Mary Anne Hansan wrote an article profiling the properties and science behind nanocellulose as the material becomes more set to hit the commercial market for new uses beyond conventional wood-pulp based products and grow at a projected 15-20% CAGR entering the 2020s.
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Learn more about an upcoming informal poster session featuring UMaine students working with cellulose nanomaterials. Students across the campus are exploring new applications and functionalities with these materials, and this event offers students a chance to meet and share experiences with students outside of their department / college.
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New Products
Crown Sublime is a dye sublimation paper of 55 g/m2. The paper is designed for eye catching print results through high ink transfer rates. The paper delivers undisturbed printing at non-belt dye sublimation systems and ensures a more profitable result for the user.
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Greencoat® is the 100% recyclable wax alternative box developed for the needs of the poultry industry and has revolutionized the packaging of cold and wet products. DS Smith’s Mechanical Packaging service increases box room throughput and reduces downtime while producing high-quality boxes to support poultry plant production.
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MGA NATURA ink series for sheetfed offset food packaging exceeds many European and U.S. regulatory requirements for food packaging. Just one single globally available sheetfed offset ink complies with all folding carton food packaging regulations.
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Huhtamaki is expanding its paper straw manufacturing capacity into other key markets across Europe and globally, serving customers across all geographies. The Huhtamaki paper straw offering will include several new size variants in addition to the standard size with 7.3 mm diameter. Product is made of fiber from PEFC sustainable forests.
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The new 18pt. offering from WestRock is the ultimate paper solution for brands that want to "stand out from the pack" for applications including digital packaging, direct mail, presentation folders, business cards, in-store signage, displays, faux credit cards, and more.
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Sustainability
The research program will study how digitalization can simplify the flow of residues from forest operations and the sawmill for pulp industry centric processing at biorefineries. Project overall will create digital solutions for forest sustainability assessments and improved social dialogue.
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Energy
Papermaker UPM welcomes the ambition. UPM makes wood-based BioVerno renewable diesel at the Lappeenranta Biorefinery in Finland. UPM is also studying opportunities for growth in the biofuels industry and has recently concluded an environmental impact assessment for a potential 500,000 mtpy biorefinery in Kotka, Finland.
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People
Greif Inc. President & CEO Pete Watson is now the new Board Chair. Officers are Mark Sutton, Chairman & CEO, International Paper (first vice chair) and Mike Doss, President & CEO, Graphic Packaging International, Inc. (second vice chair).
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Sam O’Keefe is now VP of R&D for the Label and Graphic Materials group in Europe (LGM-EU), effective immediately. She will be based at Oegstgeest, reporting to Pascale Wautelet, VP of global R&D. She will become part of the European leadership team of LGM and have a dotted reporting line to Jeroen Diderich, VP and GM of LGM-EU.
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TAPPI News
ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 13 – TAPPI is pleased to announce the official results of the 2019 Board elections. The Board of Directors consists of the Chair, Vice Chair, and nine Directors that determine the policies and have general charge of the affairs of the Association. "TAPPI’s success and longevity is derived from the dedication and ingenuity of our incredible volunteers." said Larry N. Montague, TAPPI President and CEO. "We’re proud to have some of the best and brightest minds on our Board of Directors and look forward to the insight and initiative they will bring in helping us to foster the vitality of the global forest products, pulp, paper, tissue, packaging and associated industries."
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Clearwater Paper Corporation is accepting applications for a Paper Machine Superintendent for its facility in Shelby, North Carolina, USA.
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Present at North America’s only non-commercial, peer-reviewed tissue event this year
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There’s a new revolution in the nonwovens sector as innovations in textile technologies pave the way to new markets. Hear from the experts as they discuss advanced textiles with nonwovens at NETInc 2019.
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TAPPI’s 2019 International Conference on Nanotechnology for Renewable Materials — co-located with the Nanocellulose Exhibition in TAPPI Nano — 3 – 7 June 2019, Chiba, Japan, will highlight advances in this developing science as it moves rapidly from pilot-scale to commercial production around the globe.
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