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Former Vimeo CEO, Google AI Executive Philip Moyer Named President and CEO and Board Member Effective February 9, 2026; Simon Allen to Retire, Remain Chair of the Board.

In her new role, Casteel will oversee all HR functions, including workforce strategy, compliance with labor laws and company policies, and talent management across recruitment, retention and succession planning.

What is the likelihood of you buying an Electric Vehicle now?

Ladies and gentlemen, the first class of inductees to the Paper Industry International Hall of Fame in Appleton, Wisconsin was inducted more than two decades ago in 1995, and today, more than 150 papermaking innovators and legends have been enshrined. This month, we profile the late Alf de Ruvo, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2015.

The PM40 closed Friday, 16 January 2026, at 5683.

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 16 January 2026 down 4.1% from the 17 January 2025 level.

In this issue of Disconnected Comparisons, we evaluate Greif and Universal Forest Products.

Sylvamo, the world's paper company, is releasing a letter to shareowners from John Sims, chief executive officer.

The reverse stock split was approved by Amcor shareholders at its annual general meeting of shareholders held on November 6, 2025. Amcor filed an amendment to its memorandum of association to effect the reverse stock split on January 14, 2026.

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. will record a $409 million non-cash impairment of goodwill in its lumber segment for the fourth quarter of 2025, reflecting sustained economic challenges and revised assumptions in its annual impairment test.

The agreement provides the necessary support for Lecta to move forward with its debt restructuring plans.

The new line will be installed at Faderco Group's new mill in Mostaganem, Algeria, and it is expected to double the company's total tissue output.

Guangxi Botare Yuantrove Paper will install a new lime kiln plant at its upcoming pulp mill in the Yugui Industrial Park, Guigang City, China, with operations planned to commence in the Q2 2026.

Robinson has 22 years of SAP experience and proven leadership across multiple business functions.

Smurfit Westrock one of several cardboard box makers being sued in Milan court by hundreds of firms.

MPCA investigators say West Fraser paid a fine of $15,250 for air permit violations.

Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, together with its digital business partner Vincit, set and achieved an ambitious goal: to implement a fully operational ERP system, SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud, at one of their factories within a month.

Michigan regulators say a proposed air permit for a Kalamazoo paper mill would reduce air pollution by permanently retiring two older boilers and an older production line while consolidating factory output on newer equipment.

The funds that have brought an action against Essity in the English courts regarding bond loans issued by the company have chosen to discontinue their action. The case is therefore closed.

Mativ finalized a January 8 separation deal with ex-CFO Weitzel.

MindFire, Inc., a leading marketing automation platform for direct mail, today announced a comprehensive hands-on workshop sponsored by Sylvamo Corporation, the world's paper company. The workshop, scheduled for January 22, 2026, will feature Carl Boettner, USPS Program Manager of Products and Services, providing live demonstrations of the Business Customer Gateway, alongside industry insights from postal experts.

Mondi's nine award-winning solutions showcase innovation across paper-based, recyclable and high-performance packaging.

Saica Pack, the division of the Saica Group that produces corrugated board packaging, has supported customer Forthglade by producing signage to be displayed at carefully selected National Trust places across the UK. For fun, visitors can take a picture of their dog posing by the signs at twelve National Trust properties participating in the Pooch Passport scheme.

Sustainable forestry is significant for its role in protecting environmental integrity, supporting social wellbeing, and enhancing long-term economic resilience.

UPM has reaffirmed its leading position in sustainability by achieving leadership-level scores in the 2025 CDP assessment. The company's rating reflects its environmental efficiency and transparent reporting on climate, forest, and water-related actions.