Article1 min read Nov 20, 2025Ari-Pekka Vanamo Appointed VP, Mill Manager of Metsä Group’s Kemi Bioproduct MillAri-Pekka Vanamo is appointed VP, Mill Manager of Metsä Group’s Kemi bioproduct mill, effective from 1 December 2025. Vanamo is currently working as Metsä Group’s VP, Employment Relations, and has extensive experience in the forest industry as well as in mill management.
Article1 min read Oct 30, 2025CFO of Metsä Board Corporation to ChangeTuomas Mäkipeska has been appointed Chief Financial Officer and a member of Kemira’s Group Leadership Team. He will start in his new role no later than in May 2026. He succeeds Kemira’s current Chief Financial Officer Petri Castrén who will leave the company, as announced earlier.
Article2 min read Oct 30, 2025Discover Your Company’s Next Generation of LeadersBecome a 2026 TAPPI-PIMA Student Summit Sponsor and Connect with Top Talent
Article1 min read Oct 16, 2025MiniFIBERS, Inc. Announces Scott Frasca named Vice President of Sales CASE & Wetlaid Non-Wovens MiniFIBERS, Inc. Announces Scott Frasca named Vice President of Sales CASE & Wetlaid Non-Wovens MiniFIBERS, Inc. is excited to announce the promotion of T. Scott Frasca to the role of Vice President of Sales for the CASE & Wetlaid Non-Wovens markets MiniFIBERS serves.Join TAPPI for full article....
Article2 min read Oct 16, 2025There’s Still Time to Join the Industry’s Premier Corrugated EventRegister now for CorrExpo 2025 — where top suppliers, powerful insights, and unmatched networking shape the future of the industry.
Article2 min read Oct 9, 2025Sappi Assembles Top Manufacturing Talent to Lead Growth in Maine and BeyondSappi North America has assembled a powerhouse leadership team to drive the company’s next phase of manufacturing innovation and investment.
Article1 min read Aug 28, 2025Lake States TAPPI Fall Clay OutingJoin the Lake States TAPPI Fall Clay Outing on September 18th at J & H Game Farm in Shiocton, Wisconsin for professional networking through sporting clays, 5-stand, and wobble trap events. This networking opportunity combines team building with industry connections, featuring lunch, prizes, and raffle drawings. Perfect for operations managers and technical professionals seeking to strengthen regional TAPPI relationships while developing leadership skills outside the traditional conference setting. Registration includes all shooting events and refreshments, providing excellent ROI for professional development through informal peer-to-peer learning and relationship building within the pulp and paper industry community.
Article1 min read Aug 21, 2025Introducing the London edition of Paper & Tissue ShowThe Paper & Tissue Show, Packaging & Recycle Show, and Hygiene & Nonwoven Show will take place on 11–12 November 2026 at ExCeL London, United Kingdom, bringing together global leaders from the paper, tissue, hygiene, and packaging industries.
Video01:25:28 Aug 5, 2025AI for Predictive Maintenance in Paper MillsSun Automation's VP of Technology Goku Gopakumar delivers an essential AI primer for manufacturing professionals, covering practical machine learning applications in predictive maintenance. This comprehensive webinar explores supervised and unsupervised learning models, real-world implementation challenges, and ROI-driven strategies for industrial operations. Mid-career professionals gain actionable insights on data infrastructure requirements, model training best practices, and successful AI adoption frameworks. Key learnings include selecting appropriate AI solutions for specific manufacturing problems, overcoming data quality challenges, and building internal capabilities. Essential viewing for operations managers, R&D leads, and engineers seeking to leverage artificial intelligence for equipment reliability, process optimization, and competitive advantage in industrial settings.
Article1 min read May 29, 2025TAPPI Member Deals Offer Everyday SavingsTAPPI Member Deals offers more than travel discounts! Get deals on things for your home, your house or your family.
Article1 min read Apr 8, 2025Intelligent Roll Solutions: Optimizing Tissue ProductionLearn how innovative solutions are redefining how tissue makers address key challenges at TAPPICon 2025
Article1 min read Mar 27, 2025#AccelerateAction: Empowering Bold Steps Toward Lasting ChangeMove from ideas to action at TAPPI’s 2025 Women’s Summit
Article3 min read Jan 30, 2025UPM Highlights 3 Trends That Will Change the Packaging IndustryIn the future packaging will be at least one of these things: made of renewable materials, recyclable, possibly reusable, and optimised to protect the product while avoiding overpacking. These three trends will change packaging for good.
Article1 min read Jan 9, 2025USDA Appoints Paper and Packaging Board MembersThe Paper and Packaging Board (P+PB) announces five new board members appointed by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack. Appointed for three-year terms are Steve Henry of Domtar, Brandon Bennett of Georgia-Pacific and Erin Raccah of Sylvamo. Appointed for a two-year term is Anne Ayer of Sappi. Appointed for a one-year term is Richard Bennett of Suzano Packaging. The term begins on January 1, 2025.
Article1 min read Dec 5, 2024SCA Appoints a New Head for the Containerboard and Pulp Business AreasSCA has recruited Petteri Kalela as the new President of business areas Containerboard and Pulp and member of the executive management team. Kalela has extensive experience in the forest industry and has held several business leadership roles in Europe and Asia.
Article1 min read Sep 5, 2024The Packaging People Share Top Trends in Packaging Design for 2024With consumers increasingly prioritising eco-friendly packaging in Australia, The Packaging People announce that sustainable packaging is no longer a nicety, but a necessity. "We're seeing a significant shift towards minimal packaging, biodegradable materials, and recyclable designs," notes a spokesperson from The Packaging People. "Brands that fail to adapt risk being left behind."
Article2 min read Aug 15, 2024Empower Tomorrow’s Talent at the 2025 TAPPI-PIMA Student SummitSupport the annual event that shapes tomorrow’s talent. Whether you’re looking to grow your employment pipeline, nurture future leaders or engage your alumni, there’s a path to fit your goals.
Article2 min read Jul 11, 2024Beto Abreu Assumes CEO Role at SuzanoSuzano, the world’s largest market pulp producer, announces that Beto Abreu has assumed the role of CEO. As Suzano celebrates its centennial year and finalises construction of the Cerrado Project, the world’s largest single-line pulp production facility in Ribas do Rio Pardo, Mato Grosso do Sul state, Abreu will now be responsible for leading the company’s ambitious growth strategy.
Article1 min read May 30, 2024Niederauer Mühle to Hike Prices for White TestlinerAccording to EUWID, German containerboard producer Niederauer Mühle will implement a price increase of €40/t for its white testliner from 1 June 2024.
Article1 min read Apr 22, 2023John Dyck at TAPPIConJohn Dyck, CEO of CESMII Smart Manufacturing Institute since 2018, brings transformative leadership to manufacturing innovation and national competitiveness. Recognized as one of SME's 30 Leaders Transforming Manufacturing in the USA, Dyck champions pragmatic approaches to democratizing smart manufacturing technologies and accelerating commercial deployment. His keynote presentation at TAPPICon 2023 on April 24 offers senior manufacturing executives valuable insights into emerging technologies, industry standards evolution, and strategic opportunities for knowledge sharing. This session provides experienced professionals an opportunity to engage with cutting-edge manufacturing transformation initiatives that shape industry direction.
Video00:05:18 Dec 3, 2020TAPPI Woman of the Year Award - Honoree: Adele Elice-InvasoTAPPI's Women in Industry Division presents the 2020 Woman of the Year Award to Adele Vasso, recognizing her 23-year leadership journey across pulp and paper industry roles including management, advocacy, and technical consulting. As executive director of the Australian Asian Pulp and Paper Technical Association, Adele champions next-generation professional development through innovative programs and industry mentorship. Her acceptance speech emphasizes the critical responsibility of seasoned industry leaders to guide emerging talent and foster diversity within traditional sectors, demonstrating how established professionals can maintain relevance while contributing to industry evolution and standards development.
