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Irving Paper in Saint John, New Brunswick, is permanently shutting down 50% of its operations, citing rising electricity rates.

West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WCPML) saw its turnover drop to Rs. 2,427 Crores in FY 23-24, down from Rs. 2,605 Crores in the previous year, due to rising wood costs, lower paper prices, and a major Q3 breakdown at its Dandeli facility.

Koehler Paper has partnered with organic meal provider pack&satt to introduce a sustainable paper packaging solution for ready-to-eat meals.

Suzano, the world’s largest hardwood pulp producer, has announced price increases for its hardwood pulp effective March.

In 2024, U.S. recovered paper exports fell 11% to 12.07 million metric tons. India was the top importer, receiving 2.09 million metric tons (17% of total exports).

Cascades Inc. reported improved Q4 2024 results, with sales up to $1.211 billion and EBITDA rising 20% to $146 million.

Sylvamo is investing $145 million to upgrade its South Carolina facilities, enhancing efficiency and production capacity. $100 million will modernize a paper machine at the Eastover mill, increasing uncoated freesheet output by 60,000 tonnes annually by 2026.

SIG is advancing sustainable packaging with a goal to develop an 85% paper-based full-barrier aseptic carton by 2025 and 90% by 2030.

Metsä Tissue, part of Metsä Group, has submitted a planning application for a new tissue paper mill in Goole, England.

The AF&PA January 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly report shows a 7% decline in total printing-writing paper shipments compared to January 2024.