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Transaction is Expected to Close in Mid-2026
The planned shutdown of Crofton's pulp and paper mill was scheduled to take place Dec. 15, but Domtar's senior director of public affairs said the change will benefit employees and suppliers.
The closing impacts 189 employees.
oise Cascade Company announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Humphrey Company, Inc., a two-step distributor of building materials located in Chicopee, Massachusetts.
All 144 employees who were temporarily laid off in early November are expected to return by Wednesday, representing about one-third of the mill's workforce.
Lennart Eberleh, CEO of pulp producer Rottneros, has resigned to take up another position outside the company. He will leave his position during the first half of 2026, according to a press release.
Stora Enso continues to be late with its invoice payments to subcontractors, and to a greater extent than when Dagens industri made its revelation last fall.
Having partnered with Sc.wén̓wen Economic Development and Kruger Kamloops Pulp, ECF intends to install an electrolyser at the site of Kruger's Kamloops pulp mill.
The Board of Directors of Stora Enso Oyj has resolved to establish two new share-based incentive plans for the key employees of the Group and its subsidiaries. Stora Enso's goal is to offer remuneration that motivates, encourages, attracts, and retains top-tier employees. The Group carefully align remuneration elements with its strategy and long-term financial interests.
Split-adjusted shares expected to begin trading on January 15, 2026; Second quarter fiscal 2026 per share metrics to be reported on a split-adjusted basis
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc., a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, announced that President and Chief Executive Officer De Lyle W. Bloomquist has informed the Board of Directors of his intention to retire by the time of the Company's 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, expected in May 2026. Mr. Bloomquist also confirmed he will not stand for re-election to the Company's Board of Directors. To ensure continuity and a smooth transition, Bloomquist will remain in his role as CEO until a successor is appointed.
Partnership will expand manufacturing platform to convert wood fiber into biocarbon products, accelerating scale supply to global metals producers.
Atlas Holdings ("Atlas") completed the previously announced acquisition of The ODP Corporation ("ODP" or the "Company"), a leading provider of products, services and technology solutions to businesses and consumers, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1 billion.
The rebuild at the Gruvön mill is scheduled for April 2026.
German machine manufacturer Voith said it plans to cut up to 2,500 jobs, representing about 10% of its workforce, as part of a strategic review of its organizational structure and staffing levels.
After hours of fighting the flames, crews were successful in putting out the fire, and no injuries were reported.
CEO of Lenzing AG Rohit Aggarwal resigns due to personal reasons, effective 31 January 2026. Following Mr. Aggarwal's departure, Lenzing AG will be led by a three-member Managing Board. The process to appoint a new Chief Executive Officer has been initiated by the Supervisory Board and an appointment will be announced at the appropriate time.
Tolko Industries Ltd. in Williams Lake has issued temporary layoffs to 35 employees while repairs take place at the Lakeview mill facility.
Robbert Rietbroek Appointed President and CEO, Effective January 1, 2026; Michael P. Doss to Step Down as President and CEO, Effective December 31, 2025
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper say the new Warner Robins facility strengthens local jobs and provides vital support for farmers.
In Finland, the process ended earlier, reducing 150 positions, as the company reported in November 2025. Negotiations in other countries have now concluded, resulting in 160 additional reductions. Altogether, the company will reduce 310 positions through the process.
ProAmpac, a global innovator in flexible packaging and material science, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire TC Transcontinental Packaging ("TCP") from TC Transcontinental for US$1.51 billion (approximately CAD$2.1 billion), subject to customary adjustments for debt and debt-like items, cash, and net working capital.
The negotiations involved more than 950 employees across all staff groups in Finland, primarily located in Jyväskylä, Tikkurila in Vantaa, and Raisio. Valmet employs about 19,000 people worldwide, including approximately 6,000 in Finland.
Domtar Wood Products announced a curtailment in its lumber production. Due to challenging market conditions and ongoing economic uncertainty, Domtar will temporarily reduce its lumber production by 100 million board feet for the fourth quarter of 2025, including additional curtailments for the holiday season, at its facilities in Quebec, Ontario, and the United States.
The fire was extinguished roughly 15 minutes after the fire department arrived. Firefighters confirmed there were no injuries, and the fire did not extend into the interior of the building.
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