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    Greif opens Dallas bulk corrugated facility, hikes URB prices again

    The Ohio-based manufacturer said during a call Thursday detailing paper business trends that demand for its recycled paper products is on the rise. But it reported delayed price recognition as a persistent challenge.

    By • June 6, 2024
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    Novelis backtracks on IPO launch

    The supplier to customers like Ball, Ardagh and Coca-Cola said it’s holding off on previously announced plans “due to market conditions” a week after pricing an offering that could have generated as much as $945 million.

    By • June 5, 2024
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    Suzano and International Paper address deal rumors, details still unclear

    Executives acknowledged a potential transaction for the first time this week, but made clear that no formal offer is in place. Analysts speculate that Suzano may specifically be interested in IP’s Global Cellulose Fibers business.

    By • May 23, 2024
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    Cascades names Hugues Simon as new CEO

    The Resolute Forest Products executive will replace retiring CEO Mario Plourde no later than July 1. This is the latest in a string of packaging company CEO transitions over the past year.

    By • May 17, 2024
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    Ball, Ardagh, Coca-Cola aluminum supplier Novelis pursues IPO

    The Atlanta-based aluminum company’s recent filings shed light on the state of the U.S. market for food and beverage cans. It’s looking to boost its recycled content use from 63% to 75% in the coming years.

    By • May 16, 2024
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    CPG promotional activity unevenly impacts packaging suppliers

    Boxboard producers stand to benefit the most as consumer packaged goods companies shift away from their recent “value over volume” strategy, according to a Truist Securities analyst.

    By • May 15, 2024
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    Upcoming round of linerboard price increases marks fiber companies’ second attempt in 2024

    Companies including Cascades, Georgia-Pacific, Pratt Industries and WestRock plan to join International Paper in raising linerboard prices in June, following a lack of recognition for earlier increases, analysts say.

    By • May 13, 2024
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    Berry completes multiple divestitures with ‘line of sight to much more’

    Divestitures within the next year could net at least $2 billion in cash proceeds, said Berry Global CEO Kevin Kwilinski, who is upping the company’s focus on consumer packaging.

    By • May 10, 2024
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    PCA to appeal $91.8M payout verdict for Louisiana plant explosion

    Packaging Corporation of America believes its insurance will cover the cost of damages in the latest lawsuit over a deadly 2017 explosion at a pulp mill in DeRidder, Louisiana.

    By • May 9, 2024
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    Brazilian paper company pursuing $15B offer for International Paper: Reuters

    The report of Suzano’s verbal proposal comes weeks after International Paper’s agreement to buy DS Smith. Both sides could have an interest in combining fluff pulp supply, according to one analyst.

    By • Updated May 7, 2024
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    Sonoco says higher snack, food prices hurt packaging sales volumes

    Executives expect slower consumer spending, even when brands and retailers run promotions, to stretch into the second quarter and dampen sales.

    By • May 3, 2024
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    O-I blames destocking as down quarter gives way to lower 2024 projections

    O-I Glass muted sales volume estimates amid consumer weakness, and it expects customers’ excess capacity may temper typical seasonal demand. But April showed improvements over recent quarters, executives said.

    By • May 2, 2024
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    Graphic Packaging sees volumes improve, finalizes Georgia mill sale

    Executives on Tuesday’s earnings call emphasized progress with “innovation” sales, including for the Boardio rigid fiber canisters, Nissin Cup Noodles fiber cups and Chick-fil-A fiber cold beverage cups.

    By • May 2, 2024
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    International Paper to raise fiber product prices again, others likely to follow, analysts say

    A fresh wave of increases, reportedly occurring in June, could further rile markets following a monthslong controversy over price acceptance.

    By • May 1, 2024
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    Destocking abates, but healthcare market still a sticking point, Amcor says

    Interim CEO Peter Konieczny also weighed in on packaging regulations advancing in the EU and the potential extension of some companies’ sustainability targets during a Tuesday earnings call.

    By • May 1, 2024
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    Crown projects up to 5% volume growth in North America this year

    CEO Tim Donahue said that after notable destocking in the fourth quarter, business is bouncing back in Europe this year, where one of two new plants recently got up and running.

    By • April 30, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Second chance hiring can bridge labor gaps, break employment barriers

    Although some companies say they initially hire formerly incarcerated individuals to overcome a labor shortage, these programs can lead to less employee churn, lower recidivism and life-changing impact, advocates say.

    By • April 30, 2024
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    Ball navigates shifting beverage markets after aerospace sale, Bud Light boycott

    Volumes and mix for Ball are shifting as the beer market resets. In the can maker’s first earnings call since completing the sale of its aerospace business, executives detailed plans for significant stock buybacks in 2024.

    By • April 29, 2024
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    Packaging manufacturers discuss Q1 trends

    Catch up on the latest earnings commentary from Berry, Sonoco, O-I, Graphic Packaging, Amcor, Crown, PCA, International Paper and Ball.

    By Packaging Dive Staff • Updated May 10, 2024
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    Fire and ice cool International Paper’s Q1 earnings

    January and February incidents resulted in notable charges. CEO Mark Sutton, during his last earnings call before retirement, discussed volume trends but didn’t comment on the announced DS Smith acquisition.

    By • April 26, 2024
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    Fiber markets move toward recovery from pandemic-era imbalances

    Paper packaging and board demand is pulling up from a 3% dip last year, according to analysts from Fastmarkets RISI, Bank of America Global Research and Truist Securities. But pricing controversy remains.

    By • April 24, 2024
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    PCA’s corrugated product shipments rise as demand rebounds

    Demand in Q1 exceeded Packaging Corp. of America's expectations, said CEO Mark Kowlzan. Executives again expressed frustration with the impact of Fastmarkets RISI’s pricing index and noted the search for alternative methods.

    By • April 23, 2024
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    Acquisition of DS Smith

    International Paper-DS Smith deal faces few barriers following Mondi’s exit, analysts say

    The companies don’t expect regulator pushback thanks to their complementary geographies. Although IP outlined efforts to prevent disruption to existing employees, 400 layoffs could result from the deal.

    By • April 22, 2024
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    Acquisition of DS Smith

    Mondi ends bid for DS Smith following International Paper deal

    Mondi’s announcement comes days after the boards of International Paper and DS Smith recommended that those two companies combine and days before a deadline to submit a potential counteroffer.

    By • April 19, 2024
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    Acquisition of DS Smith

    International Paper announces all-share agreement to acquire DS Smith, valued at $7.2B

    The deal bests a preliminary purchase proposal from rival Mondi. It comes one week before a deadline to submit formal offers for acquiring the London-based paper packaging company.

    By • April 16, 2024