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Previously announced investment in new paper machine at Štĕtí mill frees up capacity at Mondi Dynäs, Sweden and Mondi Frantschach, Austria to produce saturating kraft paper.

UFP Global Holdings Ltd., a subsidiary of UFP Industries, Inc. (UFPI), has acquired the remaining ownership interests in each of two affiliates in Mexico: NORPAL S. de R.L. de C.V. and TIBASA Universal Forest Products S. de R.L. de C.V.

Södra has now harvested a large amount of high-quality birch seeds in its greenhouse orchard in Falkenberg, Sweden. The seeds will be used to breed improved birch seedlings with favourable traits, which will promote the growth and diversity of family forestry.

Global packaging leader Sonoco is pleased to announce the expansion of its flexible packaging service operations with the acquisition of Inapel Embalagens Ltda. in Brazil.

Weyerhaeuser, one of the world's largest private owners of timberland including 1.39 million acres in Louisiana, announced it is investing $96.2 million to modernize and decarbonize its Winn Parish lumber mill. The upgraded technology is designed to increase overall safety, productivity and product reliability.

Investments to the Halsey mill will increase production capacity for high quality bath tissue, with initial production expected in 2025. By the end of this project, Georgia-Pacific will have invested over $200 million in paper machine and converting assets at Halsey since 2022.

Saica Group has reached an agreement to acquire the total shares of the waste management and collection company, Ecovidal-Miguel Vidal e Hijos. Through this acquisition, Saica Natur strengthens its presence in the Henares corridor, an important business, industrial and residential area in the north-east of Madrid region.

International technology group Andritz has started up a state-of-the-art, highly efficient fiberline and lime kiln plant at Nanning Sun Paper's pulp and paper mill in Nanning, Guangxi Province, China.

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc., the oldest continuously operating paper mill in the United States, announces the launch of its 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, which details its commitment to sustainability and visions for the future. Monadnock Paper Mills continues to champion sustainability in the world of fiber-based solutions, setting its sights on a brighter, more eco-friendly future.

Veritiv Becomes Privately Held Company

The planned conversion of the Escanaba paper mill to produce cartonboard has stalled due to economic conditions, according to company officials.

Purchase and sale agreements with Forest Investment Associates set to increase cash flow and optimize portfolio value

The net impact of the transaction on Mativ's debt is expected to be a reduction of more than $600 million, which equates to approximately 35% of Mativ's outstanding debt balance as of the end of the third quarter, and is subject to customary post-closing adjustments.

Green Bay Packaging -- a paper company that makes shipping containers, cartons and label products -- is set to build a new regional corporate headquarters to replace its current facility in Germantown.

BlueLinx Holdings Inc. and Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) announce again an expansion of their distribution partnership. The expanded collaboration will include LP's SmartSide Trim & Siding and LP SmartSide ExpertFinish Trim & Siding, in BlueLinx's Seattle and Spokane, Washington branches.

The Inland Empire Paper Co., which owns roughly 120,000 acres in Eastern Washington and North Idaho, is asking the U.S. Forest Service for multiple conservation easements. Inland Empire is owned by the Cowles Co.

There are a group of Mennonites in southern Ohio I love dearly. I try to go visit them a couple of times a year for a few days. My next visit is planned for the weekend of 16 - 17 Dec 2023. When I get there, my phone goes off and into my bag. There is no electricity. Heat is wood. Farming and local transportation is done with horses. They do use the bus system for long-distance traveling, and they do this quite often. Sounds inconvenient? It is the price of freedom.

The Saica Group has unveiled its Research, Development & Innovation (R&D&I) Centre at its El Burgo de Ebro plant in Zaragoza, Spain. The centre will service Saica's four divisions globally: Saica Natur, Saica Paper, Saica Pack and Saica Flex.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a SEK 1.3 billion (approximately Euro 110 million) loan agreement with Swedish company Billerud, a world-leading paper and packaging materials supplier. The loan supports investments in the modernisation and upgrade of a bioproduct mill, including the replacement of a recovery boiler.

The Espanola Pulp and Paper Domtar Mill will enter the final stage of idling on Nov. 30.

Essity has joined the European research project Sustronics, which is supporting the development of circular electronic products. Companies and universities from 11 countries will, together with Essity, develop sensor-based digital solutions for self and professional care.

Potential layoffs would last a maximum of 90 days and could be implemented in several installments during 2024. A total of 1,100 people were involved in the change negotiations at Metsä Board's seven mill locations in Joutseno, Kaskinen, Kemi, Kyröskoski, Tampere, Simpele and Äänekoski.

UPM invests nearly Euro 10 million in the modernization of the Korkeakoski sawmill. A new split saw supplied by USNR will start operating at the sawmill in 2025.

It's back to business as usual at the Kruger paper mill in Corner Brook after a week-long shutdown.

Georgia-Pacific was recognized for its initiatives facilitating diversity and inclusion, served as an Ambassador Sponsor for the gala, and donated $25,000 to the organization.