Simon Matthis

1 week ago | dagensnaringsliv.se | Stockholm Bygg |Simon Matthis

Sylvamo is announcing Jean-Michel Ribiéras, chairman and chief executive officer, will retire Dec. 31. John Sims, who currently serves as senior vice president and chief financial officer, has been elected chief operating officer by the company’s board of directors, effective May 1. As COO, Sims will lead commercial and operational functions, while Ribiéras continues to lead corporate functions until his retirement. Sims will then become Sylvamo’s next CEO Jan 1, 2026.

1 week ago | pulpapernews.com | Simon Matthis

In 2024, Stora Enso entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of the Finnish sawmill company Junnikkala Oy. This acquisition aims to secure a cost-efficient wood supply to Stora Enso's packaging board site in Oulu, Finland, and to support Stora Enso's wood products business with new production assets. The total enterprise value (EV) for the transaction is up to EUR 137 million, a significant part of it being contingent upon achieving specific production milestones.

1 week ago | pulpapernews.com | Simon Matthis

Sylvamo is announcing Jean-Michel Ribiéras, chairman and chief executive officer, will retire Dec. 31. John Sims, who currently serves as senior vice president and chief financial officer, has been elected chief operating officer by the company’s board of directors, effective May 1. As COO, Sims will lead commercial and operational functions, while Ribiéras continues to lead corporate functions until his retirement. Sims will then become Sylvamo’s next CEO Jan 1, 2026.

1 week ago | pulpapernews.com | Simon Matthis

Pixelle Specialty Solutions has announced the planned closure of its mill in Chillicothe, Ohio. “This difficult but necessary decision will allow Pixelle to strengthen its remaining operations and maintain its competitive position in the specialty paper market”, Pixelle states. “Pixelle Specialty Solutions extends our deepest gratitude to the Chillicothe community. For decades, this community has been home to a dedicated workforce and a supportive network of families, businesses, and leaders.

1 week ago | pulpapernews.com | Simon Matthis

Advanced Industries Packaging (AIP) has successfully installed a new Windmöller & Hölscher MIRAFLEX II L8 printing press at its Romanian site — ready to deliver faster, smarter, and even better packaging solutions for our customers. This new investment takes AIP Romania to the next level in printing technology, combining high speed, precision, and smart automation.