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The global water purification market is fast-moving with continuous advancements in technologies and applications. There is an increased focus on more sustainable solutions to address the growing concerns about water quality and the need for reliable water purification solutions.

First launched in 1999, the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices are designed for investors who recognize the importance of sustainable business practices for shareholder value.

Sun Chemical has launched SunLit® ProPace, the latest generation of vegetable oil based sheetfed process printing inks designed specifically for helping printers increase productivity in commercial publication and non-food packaging printing.

Georgia-Pacific, along with partners The Georgia Forestry Foundation and Jamestown LP, recently met with state and local leadership to discuss how prioritizing and utilizing sustainable structural building materials such as mass timber not only has a positive effect on our environment, but Georgia's economy.

The coveted WorldStar Global Packaging Awards recognise exceptional packaging innovations on a global stage, attracting 435 entries from 41 countries in 2024.

Stora Enso continued wetland restoration in Finland and started new projects in Sweden. In Finland, Stora Enso aims to restore 1,000 hectares of peatland together with Tornator by 2027, and this work continued in 2023.

We are updating this list as these happen in the pulp, paper and forest products industry

We are updating this list as these happen in the pulp, paper and forest products industry

Incidents in 2024: We are updating this list as these happen in the pulp, paper and forest products industry

Reported insider trading since the last issue of PaperMoney.

In 2023, Georgia-Pacific, a major manufacturer of toilet paper and other paper-based products, reinvested some $2 billion into its operations. According to the company, the capital improvement projects include finishing new facilities and enhancing existing operations.

Overall, Primestone believes the Westrock transaction "risks deteriorating SKG's business profile" by creating a higher-cost, less integrated company whilst "increasing leverage for modest financial benefits for SKG's shareholders."

Following the announcement of the Napi mill closure in June this year, Stora Enso has systematically ceased all ongoing operations at the site.

One Georgia-Pacific employee had to be treated at the scene, but that was the only injury according to officials.

Kronospan announced the closing of its purchase of Roseburg's Simsboro, Louisiana, particleboard facility following the expiration of the required regulatory review period. Ownership of the plant has been transferred from Roseburg Forest Products to Kronospan.

Chilean industrial conglomerate Empresas Copec announced on Wednesday that it has agreed to sell some of its forestry businesses to Brazilian pulp and paper company Klabin in a deal worth some $1.16 billion.

Rayonier Inc. announced the completion of its previously announced disposition of 55,000 acres of timberland in Oregon to Manulife Investment Management on behalf of clients for $242 million (~$4,400 per acre), subject to customary prorations and closing costs.

Salinas Fire crews are cleaning up after a fire destroyed the Georgia Pacific Packaging building in South Salinas Dec. 15.

Mark Holbrook began his career 25 years ago with Scott Paper and continued to progress to more senior positions within Kruger Products.

Metsä Group is exploring possibilities to construct a carbon capture facility at one of its pulp or bioproduct mills. The investigation is a continuation of the work initiated in the spring, in which Metsä Group and Fortum jointly studied the capture of wood-based carbon dioxide and its use in the chemical industry and hydrogen economy, for example.

OK, students, it is time to learn the name "Primestone Capital."

The PM40 closed Friday, 29 December 2023, at 5453.

Get the latest PM40 updates by listening to the weekly Nips show and the PM40 Daily Show on Pulp & Paper Radio International.

The PM40 closed 29 December 2023 up 6.6% from the 30 December 2022 level.

In this issue of Disconnected Comparisons, we evaluate WestRock and Louisiana Pacific.

Suzano, the global leader in eucalyptus pulp production, has announced price increases for its pulp effective from January across various markets. For China, the price increase will be $10 per ton, while for North America and Europe, the increment will be $80 per ton. The price in North America will reach $1,330 per ton, and in Europe, $1,140.