Article5 min read Sep 15, 2025Trade Tensions Reshape the Global Pulp and Paper Industry in 2025Global trade tensions and evolving tariff policies continue reshaping the pulp and paper industry in 2025, creating significant operational challenges for mid-career professionals managing supply chains and strategic planning. New tariffs on Brazil and India, combined with existing trade barriers, are driving companies like Mercer International and RYAM to diversify suppliers and reassess pricing models. Mexico and Latin American producers emerge as key beneficiaries, while Swedish and EU exporters face ongoing market disruptions. For operations managers and R&D leads, success now requires real-time trade policy monitoring, flexible supplier networks, and integrated sustainability strategies to navigate price volatility and regulatory complexity.
