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The expansion is expected to create approximately 35 new jobs, adding to the more than 600 people Green Bay Packaging currently employs in Conway County. The company also noted that this investment could potentially double the production capacity of the Arkansas Kraft facility.

International Paper, a global leader in sustainable packaging, on June 3 announced the strategic exploration of a new sustainable packaging facility in Salt Lake City, Utah. The exploration of a prospective new facility is part of International Paper's strategic growth plans to expand manufacturing capabilities in the United States. The company is eyeing Utah to increase its footprint in the region and better serve customers by meeting the growing demand for high-quality, sustainable packaging.

Kimberly-Clark has announced plans for a $130 million expansion of its Mobile facilities, adding a new production line to make hygiene products.

This strategic move expands BlueLinx's stocking footprint of LP® SmartSide® to 19 locations, spanning five of BlueLinx's regions across the United States.

TANN Group prints on and finishes externally sourced fine paper to produce tipping paper.

The divestment of Metsä Group's parent company Metsäliitto Cooperative's wood supply business in Latvia to ACA Timber has been completed. The seller is Metsä Forest Latvia SIA, a subsidiary fully owned by Metsäliitto Cooperative. On 3 March 2025, Metsä Group announced the divestment of its wood supply business in Latvia, which at the time still required approval by the Latvian Competition Authority.

Firefighters responded with an aggressive attack, and the flames were brought under control.

The new term loan is for $300 million and matures May 2028.

Designed in collaboration with the University of Arkansas, this six-month intensive program equips high-potential employees with the confidence, skills, and network they need to thrive in future leadership roles.

UPM Raflatac is pleased to announce the publication of its 2024 Climate Review, highlighting the significant progress it has made as a global partner for sustainable material solutions. The Review showcases how UPM Raflatac and its partners are driving climate action in three focus areas: forests and land, emission reductions and products and services.

The furnace upgrade will be delivered by the end of 2025.

Kadant Carmanah Design announced it is entering into a collaborative partnership with Hexion Inc., a global leader of adhesives and performance materials solutions that uses artificial intelligence to improve the manufacturing process of wood panels.

Green Bay Packaging has awarded AFRY engineering services for the paper mill modernization project in Morrilton, Arkansas, USA. The assignment includes multidisciplinary design engineering and site services for the Balance of Plant (BOP).

Mativ, global leader in specialty materials, has reached a significant milestone in their partnership with Miru Smart Technologies ("Miru"), a pioneer in smart window innovation. Through its advanced polymer film solutions brand, Argotec, Mativ has secured their first purchase order of materials used in Miru's dynamic electrochromic window technology from a major glass manufacturer.

Two-Day Online Auction Scheduled for June 4-5, 2025, Featuring Extensive Paper Production Equipment from a 135-Year-Old Facility

Identifies Coatings and Treatments that can be Repulped and Recycled

Ahlstrom is retaining all 260 employees at the Stevens Point facility, according to Tricia Schwartz, the company's communication manager for North America.

Safety is not something that can be compartmentalized. Break your arm on a jet ski on Saturday, and I will guarantee you it will still be broke the next Monday. Your safety awareness has to be constant awareness.

The Most Loved Workplace® certification is based on extensive research and analysis by BPI, evaluating factors such as employee satisfaction, workplace culture, and overall sentiment. This prestigious award reflects Greif's dedication to creating a positive work environment.

The report outlines, among other things, the Company's progress towards its 2030 sustainability goals.

The pulp mill and automated loading system enhance the mill's production and make operations safer.

Natalie Lang, left, is shown receiving the Paperitalo Publications endowed scholarship from Jim Thompson, at the Miami University Paper Science & Engineering Foundation Meeting, April 8, 2025. Natalie will be a sophomore in the fall.

UPM Specialty Papers will invest over 10 million euros in the modernization of UPM Tervasaari mill in Valkeakoski, Finland. The investment will allow UPM Specialty Papers to boost capacity and improve production stability in its highly specialized products, such as glassines and flexible packaging papers.

On Wednesday, 28 May, a ceremony was held in Mönsterås to mark the start of construction of Södra's new kraft lignin plant. The facility is an important step in Södra's strategy to make more from every tree and develop its business by adding new bio-based products. The plant will support the green transition and strengthen the local labour market.