Article1 min read Feb 26, 2026Wausau Coated Products Promotes Adam Frey to Executive Vice President of Sales & MarketingWausau Coated Products, Inc. an independent, family-owned and operated, leading manufacturer of adhesive-based label products, is proud to announce the promotion of Adam Frey to Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing.
Article1 min read Jan 22, 2026Christoffer Bull Appointed SVP Business Development at Norske SkogImage Source: Norske SkogChristoffer Bull (49) is appointed new Senior Vice President Business Development, effective from 1 January 2026. In his new role, Mr. Bull will be responsible for the continued development and follow-up of Norske Skog’s packaging paper segment, with a particular focus on Norske Skog Golbey.
Article1 min read Jan 13, 2026Metsä Tissue Appoints New Management TeamMetsä Tissue announces its new management team effective January 1, 2026, led by CEO Sari Pajari-Sederholm and featuring key leadership appointments across commercial, supply chain, operations, finance, and HR divisions. This strategic leadership restructuring positions the tissue manufacturing company to leverage high-quality fresh fiber raw materials, strengthen local production capabilities, and deepen customer relationships. For operations managers and supply chain professionals, this executive transition signals potential shifts in manufacturing strategies, supplier partnerships, and operational excellence initiatives that could impact industry benchmarking and best practices in the tissue paper sector.
Article1 min read Dec 18, 2025Rottneros President and CEO Lennart Eberleh has ResignedLennart Eberleh, President and CEO of Rottneros, has resigned to take up another position outside Rottneros, and will leave his position during the first half of 2026. A process to recruit a successor is now underway.
Article1 min read Nov 11, 2025TAPPI Announces Lawton C. Roberts as its next President and Chief Executive OfficerTAPPI announces Lawton C. Roberts as President and CEO effective November 2025, succeeding retiring industry veteran Larry N. Montague after 19 years of distinguished leadership. Roberts, currently Chief Operating Officer since 2017, brings extensive institutional knowledge and operational expertise to guide the 110-year-old association. His unanimous selection by the Board reflects confidence in continuing TAPPI's member-first approach, global expansion initiatives, and commitment to advancing safety and education standards across pulp, paper, tissue, packaging, and converting industries. This leadership transition ensures seamless continuity for member engagement and industry innovation support.
Article3 min read Oct 9, 2025Kyle Chapman Named Barry-Wehmiller CEO, Bob Chapman Continues to Serve as Chairman of the Board Image Source: Barry-Wehmiller Press Release Kyle Chapman Named Barry-Wehmiller CEO, Bob Chapman Continues to Serve as Chairman of the Board Barry-Wehmiller (BW), the 140-year-old, $3.6 billion-plus global platform of industrial and packaging automation, professional services and life sciences technology, today announced that Kyle Chapman will assume the role of CEO, in addition to his existing role as President, effective immediately.Learn more...
Article1 min read Sep 18, 2025Pixelle Specialty Solutions Board of Directors Appoints Julie Schertell as CEOThe Board of Directors for Pixelle Specialty Solutions (“Pixelle” or “the Company”) announced the appointment of Julie Schertell as CEO of Pixelle. Ms. Schertell succeeds Ross Bushnell, who has stepped down as CEO to pursue new opportunities.
Article1 min read Aug 14, 2025Novolex Appoints James "JT" Jones as Chief Procurement Officer Novolex Appoints James "JT" Jones as Chief Procurement OfficerNovolex announced that James "JT" Jones has been appointed Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), effective August 11, 2025. In this role, Jones will be responsible for leading the company's global procurement team, processes and strategy. He will be based in Lake Forest, Illinois.Learn More...
Article1 min read Aug 7, 2025Big Changes Ahead for TAPPICon 2026Call for Papers coming soon for industry-uniting event
Article1 min read Jul 10, 2025Jussi Vanhanen Begins as President and CEO of Metsä GroupMetsä Group’s new President and CEO Jussi Vanhanen assumed his role 1 July 2025. He brings to the role extensive international leadership experience, particularly in the forest industry.
Article1 min read Jul 3, 2025New Divisional CEO Corrugated Board for VPK GroupVPK Group has confirmed the appointment of Patrick Leclercq as Divisional CEO Corrugated Board and member of the Executive Committee.
Article3 min read Jun 19, 2025PPSA Honors 2025 Safety Leaders with Prestigious Industry AwardsBill Edwards and Robert Knoll Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to Safety in the Forest Products Industry
Article1 min read Jun 12, 2025I’m Doug Coffin. Here’s my TAPPI story.Hear directly from TAPPI Member Doug Coffin, Editor-in-Chief of TAPPI Journal, and Professor of Chemical, Paper and Biomedical Engineering at Miami University.
Article1 min read Jun 5, 2025Metsä Fibre Appoints Timo Ahonen as Senior Vice President, Pulp ProductionMetsä Fibre announced the appointment of Timo Ahonen as Senior Vice President, Pulp Production and a member of Metsä Fibre's Management Team, effective August 1, 2025. He will report to CEO Ismo Nousiainen.
Article1 min read May 29, 2025Graphic Packaging Appoints New Board MemberGraphic Packaging Holding Company, a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, today announced that Alessandro Maselli has joined its Board of Directors. Mr. Maselli is currently president and chief executive officer of Catalent Pharma Solutions and a member of its board.
Article1 min read May 22, 2025Marko Tulokas Appointed President and CEO of KonecranesKonecranes has appointed Marko Tulokas (b. 1972) as its new President and CEO as of June 1, 2025. He succeeds Konecranes’ current President and CEO Anders Svensson who will leave the company on July 19, 2025, as announced earlier. From the beginning of June until his departure, Anders Svensson will act as an advisor to ensure a smooth transition.
Article1 min read May 15, 2025Essity Appoints Ulrika Kolsrud as President and CEO, Succeeding Magnus GrothEssity announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Ulrika Kolsrud as President and CEO, effective June 1. She succeeds Magnus Groth, who earlier this year informed the Board that he will leave his position during the year.
Article2 min read Apr 10, 2025Dr. Lorenza Sartorelli Becomes New Chief Operating Officer of the CHT GroupThe CHT Group announces the appointment of Dr. Lorenza Sartorelli as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With this appointment, Dr. Lorenza Sartorelli completes the management board consisting of Dr. Christian Rink (CFO) and Eva Baumann (CEO).
Article1 min read Apr 10, 2025The Paper and Packaging Board Seeks Nominations for 2026 BoardThe Paper and Packaging Board (P+PB) is seeking nominees to serve on its board of directors for a 3-year term that begins on January 1, 2026. Nominations are due May 16, 2025.
Article1 min read Apr 8, 2025Kimberly-Clark Recognized as One of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies®Seventh consecutive year company named on the list
Article1 min read Mar 27, 2025#AccelerateAction: Empowering Bold Steps Toward Lasting ChangeMove from ideas to action at TAPPI’s 2025 Women’s Summit
Article1 min read Mar 6, 2025Register Now: 2025 International Women’s Day Webinar – #AccelerateActionJoin us on March 7, 2025, for an inspiring International Women’s Day Panel where industry leaders will share real strategies to #AccelerateAction and drive meaningful inclusion.
Article1 min read Mar 6, 2025AFT Announces Appointment of New COOAikawa Fiber Technologies (AFT) announces the appointment of Mr. Jeff Hartman as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective February 18, 2025.
