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Stora Enso Oyj has proposed six members for the Board of Directors of the new forest company to be separated from Stora Enso through a planned demerger in the first half of 2027.

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. will record a $409 million non-cash impairment of goodwill in its lumber segment for the fourth quarter of 2025, reflecting sustained economic challenges and revised assumptions in its annual impairment test.

The global environmental non-profit CDP has published its annual A Lists, recognising companies for leadership in environmental transparency and performance. Out of nearly 20,000 companies scored globally, only 23 achieved the highest rating - the Triple A . Metsä Board was one of these companies and the only Nordic company on the Triple A list.

The milestone anniversary reflects a legacy of packaging breakthroughs, industry leadership and building customer trust.

The Illinois-based corrugated converter offers custom boxes and point of purchase displays, strengthening SupplyOne's custom packaging solutions.

Marketing trends in 2026 reveal a paradox for brands: rising AI-driven discovery alongside demand for real, human connection.

Guangxi Botare Yuantrove Paper will install a new lime kiln plant at its upcoming pulp mill in the Yugui Industrial Park, Guigang City, China, with operations planned to commence in the Q2 2026.

Michigan regulators say a proposed air permit for a Kalamazoo paper mill would reduce air pollution by permanently retiring two older boilers and an older production line while consolidating factory output on newer equipment.

For the moment, let's jump over all the fantastic predictive maintenance tools and software available today. I would like to talk about replacing the low skill, high costs portions of maintenance this week.

The funds that have brought an action against Essity in the English courts regarding bond loans issued by the company have chosen to discontinue their action. The case is therefore closed.

Building on the success and impactful research of the Paper + Packaging Board, Two Sides North America (TSNA) will step up to take the lead in promoting positive and environmentally-focused messaging for the sector. TSNA and the Love Paper Campaign will continue championing the story of sustainability, innovation, and the essential role of paper and packaging materials in our everyday lives.

Spokesperson Scott Beal said it remains unclear how much the mill will purchase from New Brunswick sources going forward.

The agreement provides the necessary support for Lecta to move forward with its debt restructuring plans.

Hanson joins Finch Paper after a long career with Pixelle/Glatfelter where he held various leadership positions in the Spring Grove, Chillicothe, Fremont and Androscoggin mills.

Bull will lead further development of the packaging paper segment, focusing on the Golbey mill.

Starting January 1, 2026, Hamburger Recycling is introducing key organizational changes to strengthen its leadership team.

Former Vimeo CEO, Google AI Executive Philip Moyer Named President and CEO and Board Member Effective February 9, 2026; Simon Allen to Retire, Remain Chair of the Board

Sustainable packaging leader leverages ISNetworld® to streamline contractor management and expand contractor oversight to Canadian operations.

The Sustainable Business Council has recognized Green Bay Packaging Inc. as a 'Green Master' within its Green Masters Program®.

Sutton, former President and Chief Executive Officer of Olin Corporation, brings more than three decades of global leadership experience in the chemicals and materials sectors, including a proven track record of operational excellence, disciplined capital allocation, and transformative value creation. During his tenure at Olin, he led the company through significant business platform upgrades, strengthened its financial position, and advanced key strategic initiatives that improved the company's competitive positioning and enhanced shareholder value.

In her new role, Casteel will oversee all HR functions, including workforce strategy, compliance with labor laws and company policies, and talent management across recruitment, retention and succession planning.

The strategic partnership agreement between UPM and Versowood, announced in September 2025, has received the necessary regulatory approvals and the contract has entered into force on December 31, 2025.

Smurfit Westrock, a producer of sustainable paper and packaging, laid the first stone of its new production plant in Cajeme, Sonora, in which it will invest US$65 million.

While researching for my writing, I was poring over a stack of HR materials when I came across a highly popular LinkedIn article on the subject. It was spectacularly out of touch - in fact, the advice would've invited eye rolls in every paper mill and been tossed in the garbage, it was so impractical.

January is maintenance month on the Paperitalo editorial calendar. One of my favorite subjects of the year. I looked back at last year's January columns to make sure I was not repeating myself. Last year I was talking about human skills sets and precision training.