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AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

AF&PA President Heidi Brock warns that new 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports could severely disrupt North American forest products supply chains built over decades. The integrated cross-border manufacturing process, from wood chips to finished packaging, relies on strategic facility locations and specific Canadian fiber inputs for quality requirements. With over 925,000 U.S. jobs at stake in rural communities, industry leaders are engaging the Administration to highlight economic contributions and seek solutions that protect domestic pulp, paper, and packaging operations while addressing border security concerns.

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STAR - March 2025 - TAPPI TIPs under review

TAPPI announces new Technical Information Papers (TIPs) for expert review, covering critical areas including edge crush testing, paper machine performance guidelines, doctor blade recommendations, and boiler water quality standards. Senior industry professionals with deep expertise are invited to chair working groups and participate in technical standards development. These volunteer leadership opportunities allow experienced practitioners to shape industry best practices, mentor emerging professionals, and maintain their influence on pulp and paper manufacturing standards. Review participation offers meaningful ways to give back while staying engaged with evolving technologies and quality assurance protocols.

STAR - March 2025 - SSIG Members Needed

TAPPI's Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) for critical testing methods urgently need experienced professionals to prevent method withdrawal. Five key standards covering silver tarnishing, creasing protocols, accelerated aging procedures, and light source evaluation require member expertise to maintain industry benchmarks. Participation offers mid-career professionals valuable opportunities to influence technical standards, demonstrate leadership capabilities, and build specialized knowledge in quality assurance methodologies. These free membership roles provide direct access to standards development processes, positioning members as technical authorities while contributing to essential industry protocols that impact manufacturing operations across paper and packaging sectors.

Metsä Group Announces Significant Changes to its Executive Management Team

Essity Included in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025

Essity Releases Annual Report for 2024

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STAR - March 2025 - Standards Coming Up For Review

TAPPI announces the 2025 standards review schedule for critical testing methods across pulp, paper, and packaging industries. Mid-career professionals can join Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) to influence technical standards that directly impact quality control, R&D protocols, and operational benchmarking. With 47 standards under review including instrumental color measurement, pulp testing, and packaging material evaluation, this presents leadership opportunities to shape industry practices. Technical managers and R&D leads can demonstrate ROI by participating in standards development that affects laboratory procedures, quality specifications, and regulatory compliance across manufacturing operations.