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Congress and Paper Companies Covet 'Son of Black Liquor' Funds

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 09:41:46 CDT

The "Son of Black Liquor” tax credits will probably cost American taxpayers hundreds of millions, if not billions, of additional dollars, but Congress might grab the money without paper manufacturers getting a dime.

Andy Hamilton confirmed as celebrity host for Book Awards Event of the Year

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:09:51 CDT

The British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF), Oxford Brookes University and The Publishers Association are delighted to announce that multitalented star of comedy, television and radio Andy Hamilton, will host the British Book Design and Production Awards 2010. Andy, who is a regular panel

Increase in U.S. Coated Paper Prices Surprised Most Observers

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:10:39 CDT

The size of the recent run-up in coated paper prices seems to have surprised most industry participants and observers. Only 21% of respondents to a March poll correctly predicted that the RISI price for 40# #5 would rise $65 or more by July.

Pulp Manufacturers Scratching Their Heads Over Son of Black Liquor Ruling

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:36:48 CDT

U.S. pulp makers are still trying to figure out exactly what the IRS' recent "Son of Black Liquor” ruling means, but the largest one said yesterday it sees little if any gain.

Denmaur launches new Amadeus Recycled range

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:54:18 CDT

Denmaur Independent Papers, one of the UK's leading independent paper merchant groups, recently held the launch of the new Amadeus Recycled range at one of London's oldest and most prestigious wine merchants, Berry Bros and Rudd opposite St James's Palace on 22 July. Guests were greeted from 6.3

Global Pressure Mounts for US Green Building Council to Accept Multiple Forest Certification Programs

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:50:44 CDT

Forest certification standards from twelve nations have called on the USGBC to end its discrimination against wood and accept all credible sustainable forest certification standards. The certification programs pointed out that wood is one of the best environmental choices for construction the best

Dazzling Awards Evening at the Lancaster London

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:06:10 CDT

The British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF), Oxford Brookes University and The Publishers Association are proud to announce the shortlist for the British Book Design and Production Awards 2010. With 16 categories, each full of high calibre applicants, the eighth annual awards are set to be

Coated Groundwood Marketing Mismanagement and Coated Free Sheet Review

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 20:49:56 CDT

Is it just me, or is the sales management of coated groundwood grades in the current bull market the worst ever? What happened to paper allocations? Lead times are out three months for many coated producers, and over two months for just about everyone. All companies are not equally culpable, of cou

New on PaperMoney: That’s Billion Dollars, With a “B”

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:04:18 CDT

In the latest issue, Don Meadows discusses Weyerhaeuser's USD 5.6 billion special dividend and the larger issues of conversion to a real estate investment trust (REIT). Explore all of the new content at: http://www.globalpapermoney.org/

New on Nip Impressions: Pumps and People in Four Parts: Part 2

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:56:56 CDT

This week, Jim considers how to keep pumps running properly once they make it to the mill. The first tip is the most important "Get the thing solidly mounted and properly aligned and you have won over half the battle of longevity." Read the rest today... http://www.nipimpressions.com/

Green Printing Bill Unveiled -- And Sure To Be Controversial

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:48:40 CDT

A proposed U.S. tax credit for "green" printing that was unveiled this week could lead to some interesting arguments among environmentalists, printers, paper mills, and print-buying organizations.

Nip Impressions: Pumps and People in Four Parts: Part 1 on Nip Impressions

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:34:43 CDT

Over the next 4 weeks, Jim "will help you look at pumps, and people, in ways not considered before." Our bold claim: "You will never look at a pump the same way again." When you're looking at your advertising budget, remember, Paperitalo Publications are Publications people read (TM).

IRS Brings Son of Black Liquor Back From the Dead; Ruling May Be Worth Billions to U.S. Pulp Makers

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 04:39:03 CDT

The Internal Revenue Service may have handed U.S. pulp and paper companies a multibillion-dollar gift by ruling that black liquor produced in 2009 is eligible for an even more lucrative tax credit than the one claimed by manufacturers last year.

International Paper has secured EU Eco-label for Rey Adagio range

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:10:22 CDT

Brussels, Belgium, - 15 July, 2010 - International Paper, the world's largest paper and packaging company, has demonstrated its commitment to environmental sustainability by achieving EU Eco-label status for its Rey Adagio range of tinted papers. The Rey Adagio Tinted product range consists of

New on Nip Impressions: For want of a bolt...

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:17:16 CDT

Reduce waste, save money. "We have become a society of forms, roadblocks and busy work. You don't have to be in the government to be facing these kinds of paperwork blizzards. We all have them wherever we work. The costs of this bureaucratic mumbo-jumbo are incalculable for all businesses."

Excel Publishing titles to carry PEFC logo

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:32:23 CDT

The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) schemes is celebrating another significant achievement with the news that all of leading business to business publisher Excel Publishing's products will now carry the PEFC logo as an assurance of responsible paper procurement. The Ex

Greenpeace Is Back, But Time Warner Looks the Other Way

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 05:22:49 CDT

Nearly 16 years to the day after protesters hung a "Take The Poison Out Of Paper" banner on the TIME-Life building, Time Warner's paper-buying practices were blasted once again this week by Greenpeace. But TIME magazine and CNN articles omitted references to the parent company.

Paperitalo Completes Reformatting of Three Publications

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:09:19 CDT

With the reformatting of PaperMoney, this completes a three-month long process to improve the formats of Nip Impressions, Capital Arguments, and PaperMoney. Check out PaperMoney today http://www.globalpapermoney.org/ and let us know what you think.

Denmaur appoints new Group Risk Manager

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:39:55 CDT

Denmaur Independent Papers, one of the UK's leading independent paper merchant groups, is pleased to announce that they have recently appointed Mark Harsent as their Group Risk Manager. Mark joins Denmaur Independent Papers after spending 27 years with the James McNaughton Group. Denmaur Indepe

This is what makes a Golden Label Award winner!

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:35:51 CDT

The Golden Label Award was presented in Vienna on Thursday 17 June. The event was held in the modern setting of the Platinum Vienna, where the event organiser Brigl & Bergmeister and the sponsors of the competition presented the coveted trophies. The winners came from eight nations, testifying to

New on Nip Impressions: Making Accountants Accountable on Nip Impressions

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 23:28:39 CDT

At Nip Impressions, we touch on all phases of the business. "Sloppy collections on your part or stalling to pay your suppliers is probably costing you customers and money, and is not a net savings experience as your accounting department may be leading you to believe." www.nipimpressions.com

Dead Tree Edition Tops Twitter and the World Cup

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 05:28:15 CDT

RISI, "the leading information provider for the global forest products industry," shocked me and a lot of sane people as well this week by naming me to its "Power List" of the industry's top 50 movers and shakers. I swear I didn't bribe anyone.

Denmaur supplies Amadeus Silk for Print Production Handbook

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 07:57:47 CDT

Denmaur Independent Papers, one of the UK's leading independent paper merchant groups, has supplied text and cover papers for the production of the Unity Print & Publishing's Print Production Handbook 2010/11, which was produced to time in with this year's Ipex 2010 graphic arts exhibition at the N

New on Nip Impressions: The missed oil spill lesson on Nip Impressions

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:54:21 CDT

This week Jim lashes out at bigwigs that don't know their own businesses: "My hope is the modern corporation leaders, and the modern politicians, would become people on the move, out touching the tangible parts of their responsibilities--out where "the small people" are getting things done."

Groundwood Paper's Carbon Footprint Much Lower Than Freesheet's, Study Says

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 05:44:39 CDT

Uncoated groundwood paper has less than half the carbon footprint of uncoated freesheet paper with the same purpose, a recent study by Canadian researchers suggests.

Cerberus – What’s Up for NewPage Now?

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 01:26:35 CDT

President and CEO, E. Thomas Curley, had barely learned the most efficient traffic routes to the office, when he was handed a check for $1.265 million, told not to come back, and, by the way, "don't forget that you ‘resigned'”. Not a bad four month gig - I doubt that Lady Gaga does that well.

New Page and other Paper Tigers

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:03:59 CDT

NewPage, in removing three top level executives, is big news these days. I find this situation fascinating. Why the shake-up, and why now..? In the meantime, let's look back and review NewPage strategies that made the company what it is today.

Combating Electronic Communications on PaperMoney

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 22:36:57 CDT

New correspondent Neil McCubbin writes: "The pulp and paper industry has a positive story to tell on sustainability, but this message is not well known." Read the rest of the column to gain Neil's perspective and explore all of the new content at http://www.globalpapermoney.com/

New on Nip Impressions: Tech changes affecting your career now, part 3 of 3 on Nip Impressions

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 22:26:41 CDT

This week, Jim concludes his series on pulp, paper, and technology Here's a sample: "The industry will be better served if and when its thought leaders adopt the following objectives: 1. Develop future plans solely based on market needs and 2. Cease and desist trying to save existing asse

International Paper donates PRO-DESIGN™ paper for Great Ormond Street charity book

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:19:53 CDT

Brussels, Belgium, - 22 June, 2010 - International Paper, the world's largest paper and packaging company, has donated its PRO-DESIGN™ colour laser paper range, for the production of "This book is all about me”, a book that has been produced to raise funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital charity.

Kingfisher Group Exceeds Certified Timber Target

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 14:45:46 CDT

With more than three quarters of all timber sold in 2009 originating from responsibly-managed forests, Kingfisher, the third largest home improvement retail group in the world, has exceeded its target to source 75 percent of its timber products from sustainable sources by 2010-11, a year ahead of s

NewPage Does The Curley Shuffle

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 22:21:43 CDT

When a corporate CEO leaves after only four months on the job and the chairman quits on the same day, you can bet that something is afoot. But what exactly is going on at NewPage is still a mystery two days after the big paper maker announced a shakeup at the top.

First record label to use PEFC on its sleeve

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:24:04 CDT

A new 12” album hits the shops next month - Brownswood Recordings' Havana Cultura Remixed presented by internationally renowned DJ Gilles Peterson. What makes this album unique is that it is the first to print the record sleeve on Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification schemes (PEFC)

PEFC accepted for Dutch public procurement

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:22:33 CDT

The Minister of Environment and Spatial Planning, Tineke Huizinga, announced that PEFC is accepted for Dutch public sustainable timber procurement. This decision follows the positive assessment of PEFC by the Dutch Timber Procurement Assessment Committee (TPAC), which concluded that PEFC Internatio

President of Burrows Paper Corporation Looks to Future after First Year

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:51:12 CDT

(USA) Mike Lengvarsky hasn't always been in the light weight paper business, but you wouldn't know that from talking to him. Lengvarsky worked for 27 years in the group insurance business before being elected to Burrows Paper Corporation's board in 1998...

Green America Suggests that We “Get with the [Recycling] Program”

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:39:19 CDT

Frank Lacontore of Green America commented on my recycling stories in April… see here and here. His retort was condescending, but I always appreciate hearing from readers, even when they have an attitude.

Federal Subsidy For Green Printing To Be Proposed

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:47:22 CDT

A prominent print-buying organization is about to propose legislation that would provide U.S. government subsidies for "green” printing - an interesting idea that could lead to even more interesting debates. The debates could include forestry standards, types of ink, and even diapers.

The Next Wave of Newsprint Consolidation

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 22:47:22 CDT

To have any real hope of success going forward, however, requires additional consolidation. As the market shrinks, it will be helpful for the sellers if there are fewer newsprint companies. If the largest one or two paper companies remaining have a huge newsprint market share, they might be able to

New on Nip Impressions: Tech changes affecting your career now, part 2 of 3 on Nip Impressions

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 15:53:53 CDT

How will smart-phone technology affect the pulp and paper industry? Read Jim's thoughts on the subject. You might have notice that Nip Impressions had undergone a significant facelift. Check out all the latest content at http://www.nipimpressions.com/ and let us know what you think.

AbitibiBowater Prepares to Exit Bankruptcy with Cost-Cutting Programs near Completion…Or Maybe Not

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:05:42 CDT

The employers, suppliers, and mill communities of AbitibiBowater are all breathing a sigh of relief. It is finally over. Sacrifices were required, but they are survivors - they made the cut - and now can expect things to settle down for a while. Well, maybe…or maybe not.