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Paper-based technology allows packaging to enter the North American paper recycling system easily. Connected Packaging QR code provides consumers with more information on sustainability.

The Novolex Broad-based Employee Award Plan provides eligible employees with an opportunity to participate in the growth and success of Novolex, offering cash rewards to plan participants based on any increase in valuation of the company over time. The new benefits plan is funded by Stan Bikulege, Novolex Chairman and CEO, and the company's majority stakeholders, led by Apollo private equity funds.

On a mission to displace fossil fuels and accelerate a scalable, affordable, secure clean energy transition, Enviva's sustainably sourced wood biomass is set to decarbonize additional sectors like lime, steel, cement and sustainable aviation fuel.

Transaction Represents 55th Acquisition for Leading Distributor of Foodservice Packaging, Janitorial, Sanitation and Printing Paper Products

Mercer International Inc. has completed its previously-announced acquisition of all of the shares of the parent company of Holzindustrie Torgau (HIT).

Further to an announcement made in July 2022, Mondi confirms that all conditions have been satisfied and the merger of Mondi Tire Kutsan Kağıt ve Ambalaj Sanayi a.ş. and Mondi Olmuksan Kağıt ve Ambalaj Sanayi Anonim Şirketi will come into effect from 30 September 2022.

The current geopolitical situation in Europe continues to upset the unprecedented inflationary trends further, with severe impact onto operating costs--including utilities and labour costs--through the entire supply chain.

Mohawk recognizes that sustainability has never been more important to brand storytelling.

Sun Chemical has launched SUNFOODSTM Natural Colorants, a product line available in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Africa that can match a wide array of industry standard and custom colors that can be applied to a variety of food and beverage products.

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The estimated $88 million (675 million DKK) all-cash transaction has been unanimously approved by Sonoco's Board of Directors and is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2022, subject to customary closing conditions.

The recyclable and fiber-based wood foam Fibrease by Stora Enso can replace e.g. polymer-based foams in packaging solutions.

Lenzing has been awarded the highest CSR rating from EcoVadis for the second consecutive time.

Sonoco ThermoSafe's Pegasus ULD® is the world's first FAA and EASA-approved passive bulk temperature-controlled ULD container for pharmaceutical use, which enables it to speed through international air freight handling and customs processes at the lowest possible cost.

UPM has set a target to increase the amount of deadwood in its commercial forests from the current level of about five cubic metres per hectare to ten cubic metres per hectare. In UPM's protected areas and commercial forests where a specific nature management target has been set, the deadwood target is 20 cubic metres per hectare. The new targets are part of UPM Forest Action, the UPM Forest Responsibility programme.

As part of our larger sustainability strategy, DS Smith paper mills in Dueñas, Spain, Kemsley, UK, and Belišće, Croatia, recently signed orders for new RunEco vacuum systems on their paper machines from our supplier Runtech Systems

Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products LP has been named one of the EPA's SmartWay® High Performers of 2022. This recognition was based on the company's initiative to undertake the task of shipping consumer goods while keeping environmental stewardship in mind.

Will consider and vote on merger.

WestRock Company, a leading provider of sustainable paper and packaging solutions, has acquired an HP PageWide T1190 Press to complement and expand its portfolio of unmatched corrugated printing capabilities, increase value and enable customers to win in the marketplace.

Glatfelter Corporation, a leading global supplier of engineered materials, today announced that the Board of Directors has suspended the Company's quarterly cash dividend as part of its focused efforts to optimize the operational and financial results of the business.

Ingevity's advancement from its 2021 silver rating to gold status in 2022 moved the company to the 97th percentile.

Suzano unveils plans for a new 'Innovability Hub' in Shanghai and initiates the establishment of the Sustainability Development Committee with the China Pulp and Paper Industry Chamber of Commerce.

Global market environment deteriorates significantly in current quarter: high inflation negatively impacts consumer climate.

The New Facility is "sustainability linked" whereby if certain sustainability targets are achieved, there is a reduction in the applicable interest rate.

The feasibility study is expected to be finalised in mid-2023. The planned changes would require investments, which can be decided on after the feasibility study is finalised. The feasibility study will include an update to the environmental permit which will be applied in due course.