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The International Society of Automation (ISA) -- the leading professional society for automation -- announced Perseus Information Security Consulting has received full accreditation from the A2LA Accreditation Body to serve as an ISO/IEC 17065 accredited certification body (CB) for the globally recognized certification program ISASecure®, a wholly owned subsidiary of ISA.

Overcapacity, volatile costs, and weak demand are compressing margins. Successful companies are harnessing AI to pursue cross-functional interventions that target the total cost baseline of a mill.

Lecta has long been prepared for compliance with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which --following the extension approved by the European Parliament and the Council-- will come into general application as of 30 December 2026.

Iconex, an M2S Group company, announced the launch of its redesigned website, delivering a more streamlined and intuitive experience for customers exploring its products and solutions.

Switch further improves process efficiency and end-user convenience.

A freeway procession was held Saturday, June 6, to return the Longview paper mill victims to their homes from King County.

Sofidel will construct a new building to house the 75,000 tons-per-year Valmet Through-Air-Drying (TAD) tissue machine and install converting lines with matching capacity to produce finished goods.

At the Cosmo Specialty Fibers site in Cosmopolis, regulators have repeatedly warned of growing dangers, including the potential for a "catastrophic release," which could threaten those on the site, the environment and public health.

The formerly formidable scanners are now upstaged by the quirky monkeys, glowing stars and smiling dolphins, all custom-printed on Avery Dennison film.

UPM is simplifying adhesive selection with purpose-built solutions designed for demanding label applications. UPM PharmaSure™ for pharmaceuticals, UPM Vetro™ for wine and spirits, and UPM Endurance™ for oil and industrial chemicals help customers choose the right adhesive performance for each end-use. All are part of the UPM Raflatac™ label material offering.

The paper mill employs 550 people. It's unclear how many employees are unable to work but will be compensated.

Sonoco Products Company, a global leader in high-value sustainable paper products, announced it is implementing a $60 per ton price increase for all grades of uncoated recycled paperboard (URB) in the United States and Canada, effective with shipments beginning July 8, 2026.

Re/loop FlowWrap is a form-fill-and-seal solution (FFS) made from mono-polypropylene (PP) that replaces non-recyclable laminates for applications requiring a customisable barrier, such as baby care, cosmetics, and household wipes.

The prestigious "A" rating in the 2025 Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA) recognizes the effectiveness of the Group's supply chain decarbonization strategies.

Borregaard launches Activance NUE, a CE-marked biostimulant ingredient designed to improve nitrogen and phosphorus use efficiency across crop groups, enabling fertilizer manufacturers to develop more efficient and flexible plant nutrition solutions.

Due to this incident, production has been suspended. The impact of this incident on the environment and our financial performance is still being assessed.

The review will resume once the information is submitted, with a new deadline for a decision. The previous deadline was October 26.

IP expanding capabilities to serve the growing West Coast region.

The Europe's Climate Leaders list identifies companies that have achieved reductions in their GHG emissions intensity over a multi‑year period, alongside meeting additional criteria related to transparency and climate commitments.

Sale by Tiger and partner Can-Am Machinery features pulping, drying, baling and other assets from a fiber-processing and pulp-production plant in Chesapeake, Virginia.

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. has released its 2025 Sustainability Report. The report highlights the Company's sustainability performance across a variety of environmental, social and governance goals and disclosed targets.

Sonoco will have a 24-hour fire watch set up for the coming days, officials said.

Workers at Western Forest Products Value-Added Division (WFP VAD) in Chemainus, B.C., have joined the United Steelworkers union (USW). The successful union organizing campaign was driven by a desire for better representation and a stronger voice on the job with a union that will fight for improvements that forestry workers need and deserve.

Allouche has held several leadership roles at Avery Dennison over the past 16 years. Since 2016, he has led the company's global strategy and corporate portfolio and development activities, most recently having served as senior vice president and chief strategy and corporate development officer.

The tragedy at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, Washington, on May 26, 2026 serves as a sobering reminder that the pulp and paper industry is hazardous, even in an era of advancing technology and heightened awareness.