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WestRock Company, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, has announced a partnership with Recipe Unlimited to implement a suite of recyclable paperboard packaging, intended to divert 31 million plastic containers from landfills across Canada each year. The packaging began appearing at Swiss Chalet restaurants in October, 2021 and is now available across all its locations.

Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, is highlighting the need for innovative packaging solutions in the fresh food industry by introducing two new recyclable packaging products - a paper-based tray and a semi-rigid plastic tray - at Anuga FoodTec.

The board adopted the plan after Atlas Holdings confirmed it entered into a block trade that would give Atlas nearly 14% of Sylvamo's outstanding shares and informed Sylvamo it also holds an unspecified amount of derivatives on Sylvamo shares.

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. announced that its board of directors (the "Board") has approved the commencement of a substantial issuer bid (the "Offer") pursuant to which the Company will offer to purchase from shareholders for cancellation up to US$1.25 billion of its outstanding Common shares (the "Shares").

13th consecutive annual report provides an update on Greif's sustainability progress, performance and highlights in 2021, including significant milestones on climate, waste and circularity commitments

In celebration of Earth Week, Sappi North America, Inc., a leading producer and supplier of diversified paper, packaging products and pulp, today released From Forest to Forest, a pop-up book made from Sappi's premium line of paperboard, Spectro®, that highlights responsible forestry management.

2021 Sustainable Development Report highlights reduction of over 40% in CO2 emissions since 2005 and an improvement of over 6% year-on-year.

Apollo announced that funds managed by Apollo affiliates have completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Novolex Holdings LLC, a leading global manufacturer of diverse and sustainable packaging products for the foodservice, delivery and carryout, food processor and industrial markets, from funds managed by Carlyle. Carlyle will retain a minority stake in the Company.

Dalhousie University researchers tracked air pollutants in pulp and paper industry for nearly 20 years.

Groupe Lebel will continue its $40 million investment program by building a brand-new wood pellet plant on the Cacouna site, Quebec, Canada, it has occupied since 2002.

Cascades Inc. announced that, due to the ongoing public health impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and to mitigate the health and safety risks to the Company's shareholders, the location of the Company's 2022 Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders (including any adjournments or postponements, the "Meeting") has been changed to a virtual-only meeting format.

Sonoco announced promotions among its senior operational leadership which are aligned with the Company's strategy to simplify its operating structure to improve efficiency and effectiveness, according to Howard Coker, President and Chief Executive Officer. The appointments are effective immediately.

Paper Company Refused to Hire Applicant After Learning He Took ADHD Medication, Federal Agency Charges

Nagai Tekko is a machine manufacturer that designs and manufactures winders, rolls, and other equipment used in paperboard mills. It has strengths in the design of machines and development of control systems and delivers high-performance and high-quality machines to paperboard manufacturers.

The Mayr-Melnhof Group (MM) acquired 100% of the shares in Eson Pac, headquartered in Veddige, Sweden, from the majority shareholder Nalka Invest AB as well as family and management minority shareholders.

This prestigious award was created to recognize companies that demonstrate excellence in innovation, sustainable product offerings, and outstanding contributions to the nonwovens market.

Jury selects six projects to receive campaign funding.

Elopak ASA and Nippon Paper Industries have agreed that Nippon Paper will produce and sell Elopak's lineup of Pure-Pak® packaging for liquid food and beverage products worldwide and introduce them to the Oceania region.

Aspa Bruk is working with a Swedish environmental technology company called Axolot Solution in a joint project during a three-month period. During this time extensive tests are performed aiming at reducing the phosphorus emissions from the mill. The project is based on Axolot's electrochemical AxoPur® 2.0 process and the trial is planned to continue until the start of the summer.

Metsä Fibre and Veolia have signed a long-term partnership agreement on the refining of crude methanol generated in pulp production at the Äänekoski bioproduct mill into commercial biomethanol.

Initially announced in January 2020, Ahlstrom-Munksjö has completed its investment and started production for additional capacity in both filtration and energy storage materials at its plant in Turin, Italy. By successfully expanding manufacturing facilities, Ahlstrom-Munksjö is making a strong commitment to customers in both the High-Performance Filtration and Energy Storage markets.

It is during the shutdown that the company carries out all the maintenance necessary to ensure the unit's operational reliability, in line with Brazilian regulations.

The order demands closed-door negotiations between the province and Northern Pulp over the former's alleged liability for forcing the closure of the Boat Harbour effluent treatment facility a decade before the expiry of the company's lease to the provincially owned facility.

Proceeds from the sale of FPS will be used toward debt repayment. The impact from this sale has been factored into Greif's recently announced increased earnings guidance for Fiscal 2022.

Glatfelter Corporation, a leading global supplier of engineered materials, today announced that Ramesh Shettigar, Vice President, ESG, Investor Relations & Corporate Treasurer, will be promoted to the role of Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer, effective May 6, 2022.