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OCC Prices Have Increased Rapidly – How Does it Impact Linerboard Competitiveness?
According to our transaction-based benchmark Recycled Fiber 360, spot prices have increased dramatically recently. More importantly, the "last tons"...
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Optimizing Water Usage: A Key Step Towards Environmental Sustainability
As we look at sustainability initiatives undertaken by companies to foster a more circular economy, the emphasis is often placed on greenhouse gas...
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Recycled Fiber Contract Prices Outpace Spot Prices: The Limits of Certain Pricing Indices
During the latter half of the year, the prices of recycled fiber in the US Southeast region witnessed a noticeable increase. Within just four months,...
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2023 Pulp and Paper Industry Year in Review
As the pulp and paper industry navigated 2023, it faced a dynamic landscape marked by challenges and opportunities. There was a modest dip in...
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Carbon Benchmarking: The Key to Finding the Right Supplier for CPG Companies
Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of and concerned about the environmental impact that companies have on our planet. With climate change and...
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From Importer to Exporter: An Overview of Brazil's Tissue Industry
Portuguese-speaking Brazil managed to avoid the fragmentation experienced by the Spanish-speaking countries of Latin America during the colonial...
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Innovative Sustainable Packaging Solutions: December 2023
As we reflect on the past year, it's clear that major companies have recognized the importance of sustainable packaging and materials. Throughout...
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Trends in China's Pulp, Paper, and Forestry Industry
A Brief Snapshot of the Global Paper Industry The global pulp and paper industry continues to thrive, with a strong focus on the packaging sector and...
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Smurfit WestRock Merger: Considerations for Paper Packaging Purchasers
The creation of the newly formed dynamic packaging company Smurfit WestRock has left many pulp and paper professionals wondering how this merger will...
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Holiday Buying Guide for Sustainable Wrapping Paper and Gift Boxes
As the holiday season approaches, consumers worldwide are eagerly stocking up on cards, shopping bags, shipping boxes, and wrapping paper to spread...
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Paper & Beyond: Insights on Pulp and Paper Market Developments in 2023
The Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI) is set to host its annual event, Paper & Beyond, from November 28 to 29, 2023, in Brussels,...