Article1 min read Jan 15, 2026Welch Packaging Appoints New Director of Manufacturing Welch Packaging has confirmed the appointment of Oscar Ortiz as Director of Manufacturing.
Article2 min read Jan 1, 2026Integrated Power Services (IPS) to Acquire TechPro Power Group, Inc.Integrated Power Services (“IPS”) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire TechPro Power Group, Inc. (“TechPro”), strengthening its position as a leading provider of power management services.
Article3 min read Aug 21, 2025Geo. M. Martin Company Announces Leadership TransitionGeo. M. Martin Company Announces Leadership TransitionGeo. M. Martin Company, a global leader in material handling solutions for the corrugated industry, has announced a strategic leadership transition that marks an important step in the company’s evolution as it approaches its 100th anniversary.
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 Apr 10, 2025Bruks Siwertell Group Announces Leadership TransitionBruks Siwertell Group announces a leadership transition as Peter Jonsson steps down as CEO after eight successful years at the helm. During his tenure, Jonsson has played a pivotal role in shaping Bruks Siwertell Group into a strong, innovative company with a customer-focused approach to dry bulk material handling and wood-processing solutions.
Article1 min read Mar 27, 2025Kurita America Launches Kurita Dropwise Condensation Technology in North America Targeted to Pulp & Paper PlantsKurita America, part of the leading global provider of industrial water treatment solutions the Kurita Group, today announced the introduction of Kurita Dropwise Condensation Technology in the North American marketplace. Originally developed by parent company, Kurita Water Industries in Japan, this patent-pending Kurita Dropwise Condensation Technology is designed to increase operating efficiency, improve productivity, and conserve energy in industrial production facilities.
Article2 min read Mar 20, 2025Mativ Appoints Shruti Singhal as President and CEOMativ Holdings, Inc. announced the appointment of Shruti Singhal, current member of Mativ's Board of Directors, as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Singhal succeeds Julie Schertell, who has stepped down as President and Chief Executive Officer, and as a director.
Article2 min read Jan 14, 2025Domtar reaches 1,000,000 Hours Without Recordable Injury at Tissue Mill in Hialeah, FLTeam of 220 makes 100 t/d tissue
Article1 min read Aug 22, 2024Motion Enters into Agreement to Purchase Industrial Products DistributorMotion Industries, Inc., a leading distributor of maintenance, repair and operation replacement parts, and a provider of industrial technology solutions, signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the operating assets of Canadian-based LSI Supply Inc. and its sister company 273 Ontario (which trades as LSI).
Article2 min read Aug 15, 2024Discover NEMA Motor Upgrade Potential with ABB’s Energy Savings CalculatorForty-five percent of the world’s electricity is used to power electric motors in buildings and industrial applications.1 By 2030, this cost is projected to reach $900 billion annually.2 Lowering CO₂ emissions and increasing energy efficiency is critical for our planet, but also for ensuring stable and productive industry operations, lowering operating costs and total costs of ownership.
Article1 min read Aug 15, 2024Luc Theriault Appointed President of Wood Products Business Unit at Paper ExcellenceThe Paper Excellence Group announced that it has appointed Luc Theriault to president of its Wood Products business unit. The appointment is effective August 26, 2024.
Article1 min read May 30, 2024Papierfabrik Palm Set to Increase Newsprint PricesGerman paper producer Papierfabrik Palm will increase its newsprint prices from 1 July, according to EUWID.
Article2 min read May 16, 2024WCP Solutions Promotes Amy Swanson to CEOWest Coast wholesale distributor, WCP Solutions, announces the promotion of Amy Swanson to Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Article5 min read Aug 31, 2023Facing the Pressures of Cutting the Maintenance BudgetCutting the maintenance budget will be easier if you have a plan that is well thought through and a partnership with the plant management team.
Article6 min read Aug 4, 2023North American/European Containerboard Capacity DeclinesContainerboard capacity growth has shifted dramatically from the 2020-2021 boom to 2022 slowdowns in North America and Europe, driven by declining consumer spending, energy crises, and reduced e-commerce demand. Operations managers and industry leaders face critical decisions as operating rates hit 2008 levels, with recovery not expected until 2024. Key market drivers include sustainability initiatives, microflute technology adoption, and virgin fiber production alignment with green transition goals. Strategic considerations for capacity investments, fiber availability challenges in Asia, and economic uncertainty create both risks and opportunities for containerboard producers navigating this volatile market landscape.
