American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock commended bipartisan U.S. Senate efforts urging the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to engage with the European Commission on the challenges of European Union Deforestation-free Regulation (EUDR):

Throughout March, Sylvamo is celebrating women around the world who are an essential part of the company.  

Kimberly-Clark's U.S. Huggies® Brand and select Bright Horizons™ child care centers throughout Boston are teaming up on a new pilot program that aims to offset the environmental impact of used diapers and wipes going to landfill by turning it into electricity, heat or fuel through a process known as Waste-to-Energy.

International technology group ANDRITZ is the winner of the 2024 Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award in the category “Disrupt!”, which recognizes solutions that have the potential to fundamentally transform value chains.

The European Commission released a communication on ‘Boosting biotechnology and biomanufacturing in the EU’. The publication was a positive sign for the members of the Circular Choices coalition, a group of 20 EU trade associations representing providers of renewable products and energy solutions – wood, fibre-based, paper, products and packaging, bioenergy industries – supported by EU forest owners and managers.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its February 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly report.

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its February 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly report.

As a manufacturer of specialty paper, Koehler Group is involved in an energy‐intensive industry and is keenly aware of its responsibility towards the environment and the cli‐ mate. With this in mind, the company has been investing in renewable energy generation for over twenty years, setting up a second division of the business, Koehler Renewable Energy, over a decade ago to focus on this area.

Although mankind has been using paper for at least 2,000 years, it still presents us with one or two mysteries. For example, it was previously unknown why paper printed on one side using inkjet printing starts to curl up after a few hours to days, even if it was flat after printing and drying.

Mondi, a global leader in the production of sustainable packaging and paper, recently put a new slitting and rewinding unit into operation at its Slovak paper mill in Ružomberok. The equipment allows for an extended capacity in narrow reels thus complementing Mondi’s portfolio offering.

Shop.able Carriers, a line of recyclable, reusable boxes for supermarkets that replaces plastic shopping bags, are now available to deliver consumers a more sustainable and convenient packaging solution for everyday grocery shopping.

Metsä Board announced on 15 September 2022 that it will start pre-engineering for a new folding boxboard mill in Kaskinen, Finland. The pre-engineering phase included technical design, design of infrastructure and logistics solutions, tendering for the main equipment as well as financial analysis of the project.

Renewable Lubricants introduces ultimately biodegradable Bio-Fleet™ Hydraulic Fluids which perform like synthetics but are economical enough for frequent oil change environments due to contaminants. These patented formulations meet or exceed common performance protocols including Vickers M-2950-S, Vickers 1-286-5, U.S. Steel 126, and U.S. Steel 127.

Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, announces the launch of the latest innovation in their Cartaseal® portfolio, Cartaseal® OGB F10.

EnduraGrip™ is a fiber-based clip solution for bundling bottles and jars in a range of shapes, sizes, weights and multipack configurations. It is engineered for durable and comfortable handling while providing a fully printable surface for crisp, vibrant graphics. EnduraGrip™ enables brands to transition from plastic clips to a recyclable paperboard alternative.

The citizens of Gothenburg can now enjoy their takeaway coffee from the da Matteo café chain with a completely new type of responsibly produced fiber-based coffee lid. Gothenburg-based da Matteo, synonymous with authentic coffee experiences, has joined forces with PulPac to offer its customers a new type of sustainably produced fiber-based lids for takeaway coffee and other hot drinks.

Solenis, a leading global producer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries, has released its annual Sustainability Report. The report summarizes the progress toward the company’s environmental stewardship and social responsibility and governance (ESG) goals for the 2023 fiscal year. The report is available to download at www.solenis.com/en/sustainabilityreport.

The LEGO Group aims to make all its packaging from more sustainable materials. As part of this ambition, the company is phasing out single-use plastic in LEGO boxes and replacing plastic pre-pack bags with new bags made with paper from Forest Stewardship Council certified forests and FSC-controlled wood.

International Paper (NYSE: IP), a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, received the 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

The Board of Directors of the Forest Resources Association (FRA) has named Tim O’Hara Interim President. Mr. O’Hara succeeds Keith Gray, who has resigned from his position as President of the Association. 

The Arne Asplund Mechanical Pulping Award 2024 has been granted Professor Thomas Granfeldt.

Vanguard Companies founded in 1975, is a leading designer and manufacturer of retail point-of-purchase (POP) displays, retail packaging, industrial packaging, and fulfillment services. Vanguard is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Cummings as the new Executive Vice President of Sales. 

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