Paper.com often reports on the dynamics of the digital printing market. The site has all the major brands and will ship as little as a ream of paper up to multi truck loads. In a recent article in DPSMagazine, three primary factors must be considered when deciding between digital and offset. First is format or size as well as print quality. Although the quality of digital has improved, offset printing is still better and the maximum size for a digital press finished piece is 20X14”. Special paper should be used when printing digital, while offset allows for a multitude of substraights. Second consideration is how you will market the printed piece – personalized or generic. Primary strength for the digital technology is the ability to personalize every piece and customize the message. The third consideration is price, digital generally appears more expense; however, one must focus on all costs including make ready and waste – digital printing really is more competitive than perceived – especially for short runs.
Which Process to use – Digital vs. Offset
DSPMagazine goes on to summarize evaluation process –
1. Format Size
2. Run Length
3. Brand or Spot Colors
4. Finishing requirements
5. Print Quality
6. Application
7. Substraight (type of paper) demanded
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Abitibi and Bowater Merger is Closer
Abitibi and Bowater have agreed to sell a 370,000/mton newsprint in Snowflake, Arizona in order to meet Department of Justice antitrust concerns and gain approval for their proposed merger.
Wausau to Close New Hampshire Mill
Groveton, New Hampshire, paper mill closure will cut 105K of Uncoated Free Sheet capacity. Wausau Paper, based in Mosinee, Wis., employs 3,200 people at 11 facilities in seven states. It announced the Groveton mill closure when it released its third-quarter report.
Wausau's printing and writing division reported an operating loss of $1.3 million. Two years ago, Groveton Paperboard, which produced corrugated material and shared space with Wausau, shut down, leaving more than 100 workers stranded. Wausau was left to operate the building on its own, which added to its costs. The company will continue to produce printing and writing grades at its Brokaw, Wisconsin and Brainerd, Minnesota mills.
In 2001, other New Hampshire paper mills were shuttered including Berlin, Gorham and Contoocook.
Paper.com has all the popular Wausau products in stock and ready for immediate shipment.
Wausau's printing and writing division reported an operating loss of $1.3 million. Two years ago, Groveton Paperboard, which produced corrugated material and shared space with Wausau, shut down, leaving more than 100 workers stranded. Wausau was left to operate the building on its own, which added to its costs. The company will continue to produce printing and writing grades at its Brokaw, Wisconsin and Brainerd, Minnesota mills.
In 2001, other New Hampshire paper mills were shuttered including Berlin, Gorham and Contoocook.
Paper.com has all the popular Wausau products in stock and ready for immediate shipment.
Stora Enso Reduces capacity and administrative staff Stora Enso Reduces capacity and administrati
Management just announced that Stora Enso plans to cut magazine paper, newsprint and pulp capacity and reduce its administrative staff. Stora Enso’s intention is to close down permanently Summa Paper Mill and one magazine paper machine at Anjala Mill, and the pulp mills at Kemijärvi and Norrsundet. The closures will reduce annual capacity by 505 000 tons of newsprint and magazine paper and 550 000 tons of pulp. The number of personnel affected by these planned permanent mill closures will total about 1 400 - about 1 100 in Finland and about 300 in Sweden.
Stora Enso also plans to divest its mills at Kotka in Finland. The laminating paper business and the special coated magazine paper operations at Kotka are to be divested as Stora Enso continues to focus its portfolio.
Stora Enso also plans to divest its mills at Kotka in Finland. The laminating paper business and the special coated magazine paper operations at Kotka are to be divested as Stora Enso continues to focus its portfolio.
Magazine Revenue Up In 2007
As reported by MediaDailyNews - Magazine Revenues are up 5.6%in the first three quarters of 2007, compared to the same period last year--topping $17.9 billion, according to figures from the Publishers Information Bureau. At the same time, advertising pages slipped 1% to 172,622, suggesting that increased demand is driving up prices for magazine ads. However, many magazines offer unannounced discounts on their reported "rate card" prices, making it difficult to know the true extent of price inflation.
The first three quarters saw big spending increases in the drugs and remedies category, which led revenue growth, although drugs and remedies slumped in the third quarter--possibly due to the political controversy surrounding direct-to-consumer advertising by pharmaceutical companies.
The first three quarters saw big spending increases in the drugs and remedies category, which led revenue growth, although drugs and remedies slumped in the third quarter--possibly due to the political controversy surrounding direct-to-consumer advertising by pharmaceutical companies.
Magazine Revenue Up In 2007
As reported by MediaDailyNews - Magazine Revenues are up 5.6%in the first three quarters of 2007, compared to the same period last year--topping $17.9 billion, according to figures from the Publishers Information Bureau. At the same time, advertising pages slipped 1% to 172,622, suggesting that increased demand is driving up prices for magazine ads. However, many magazines offer unannounced discounts on their reported "rate card" prices, making it difficult to know the true extent of price inflation.
The first three quarters saw big spending increases in the drugs and remedies category, which led revenue growth, although drugs and remedies slumped in the third quarter--possibly due to the political controversy surrounding direct-to-consumer advertising by pharmaceutical companies.
The first three quarters saw big spending increases in the drugs and remedies category, which led revenue growth, although drugs and remedies slumped in the third quarter--possibly due to the political controversy surrounding direct-to-consumer advertising by pharmaceutical companies.
US Upholds Penalties on Asian Coated Free Sheet Imports
RISI reported that the US Department of Commerce (DOC) has upheld preliminary determinations in countervailing and antidumping duty investigations on coated free sheet imports from China, Indonesia, and Korea. Announcing its final determination today the DOC said it that Chinese, Indonesian, and Korean suppliers had sold coated freesheet in the USA at less than fair value -- by 21.12% to 99.65%, 8.63%, and 0.47% to 31.55% respectively. The DOC also determined that Chinese, Indonesian and Korean suppliers had received countervailable subsidies ranging from 7.40% to 44.25%, 22.48% and 0.00 to 1.46% respectively. "Subsidies in China keep out our exports and distort global trade flows.
The Administration will continue to vigorously enforce our countervailing duty and antidumping laws, and will take appropriate remedies based on the facts presented in each case," Import Administration Asst. Sec. David Spooner said in a statement.
The Administration will continue to vigorously enforce our countervailing duty and antidumping laws, and will take appropriate remedies based on the facts presented in each case," Import Administration Asst. Sec. David Spooner said in a statement.
South America BIG Supplier of Pulp
In the past several years, South America has moved into a position of being a major worldwide source of supply for pulp. The region has low cost fiber, as well as advanced research and development laboratories for plant genetics and seed development. Brazil in particular has moved into the forefront as a supplier of pulp. Projections indicate 5 of the top 10 market pulp producers will be located in South America. In 1986, Brazil produced 3.9million tons of pulp; by 2006 this figure grew to more than 11million tons.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Current State of Paper Markets
Report outlining curent state of Paper market by - Deutsche Bank - Equity Research
* NEWSPRINT
Despite more attempts to increase prices (Catalyst was out with a $25/tonne price hike for Oct. 1) newsprint prices continue to decline. SP will have another go at it, with a $30 increase slated for Nov 1. Tempec announced plans to indefinitely idle a 100K/mton machine at Kapuskasing, ON and Kruger is indefinitely idling an 80K/mtpy machine in Newfoundland. Kruger also announced plans to curtail 25,000 tonnes of newsprint capacity in Quebec next month. These are the first signs that 2nd and 3rd tier players are willing to act in front of ABY/BOW merger.
* COATED GROUNDWOOD
The cyclical sleeper? Prices rose $40/ton in October as the LWC market remains extremely tight, with customers scrambling for volume. This increase comes after a solid price increase in August, with No. 5 40-lb offset rolls prices rising $35/ton, and a $5-10/ton increase in September. Shipment volumes rose 3.6% y/y in September. Kruger's reversed its decision to shutdown two of its Quebec paper mills for two weeks in response to increased demand, but also announced a 3rd price hike of the year on LWC. We also understand that European mills are beginning to trim export volumes to the US.
* UNCOATED FREE SHEET
Tepid US demand has slightly hindered implementation the full $60/ton price hike. However, the full increase is expected to be fully implemented in the next few months, with $40 of the $60 offset hike already passed through this month. Trade book prices were estimated to be up $60-70/ton in September. September UFS shipments dropped 5.0% y/y, but supply reductions are keeping the market inreasonable
* NEWSPRINT
Despite more attempts to increase prices (Catalyst was out with a $25/tonne price hike for Oct. 1) newsprint prices continue to decline. SP will have another go at it, with a $30 increase slated for Nov 1. Tempec announced plans to indefinitely idle a 100K/mton machine at Kapuskasing, ON and Kruger is indefinitely idling an 80K/mtpy machine in Newfoundland. Kruger also announced plans to curtail 25,000 tonnes of newsprint capacity in Quebec next month. These are the first signs that 2nd and 3rd tier players are willing to act in front of ABY/BOW merger.
* COATED GROUNDWOOD
The cyclical sleeper? Prices rose $40/ton in October as the LWC market remains extremely tight, with customers scrambling for volume. This increase comes after a solid price increase in August, with No. 5 40-lb offset rolls prices rising $35/ton, and a $5-10/ton increase in September. Shipment volumes rose 3.6% y/y in September. Kruger's reversed its decision to shutdown two of its Quebec paper mills for two weeks in response to increased demand, but also announced a 3rd price hike of the year on LWC. We also understand that European mills are beginning to trim export volumes to the US.
* UNCOATED FREE SHEET
Tepid US demand has slightly hindered implementation the full $60/ton price hike. However, the full increase is expected to be fully implemented in the next few months, with $40 of the $60 offset hike already passed through this month. Trade book prices were estimated to be up $60-70/ton in September. September UFS shipments dropped 5.0% y/y, but supply reductions are keeping the market inreasonable
Monday, October 22, 2007
Top North American Uncoated Freesheet Producers
RISI just released some interesting data comparing top producers for Uncoated Woodfree papers. Notice Domtar’s rise to the top…
2007
1. Domtar 33.7% market share
2. International Paper 25.2%
3. Boise Cascade 10.5%
4. Georgia Pacific 7.2%%
5. Glatfelter 3.4%
Top 5 80.0% market Share
2001
1. International Paper 32.7% Market Share
2. Domtar 15.5%
3. Boise Cascade 10.1%
4. Willamette 9.7%
5. Weyerhaeuser 8.8%
Top 5 76.8% Market Share
1996
1. International Paper 14.9% market share
2. Georgia Pacific 14.0%
3. Champion International 7.9%
4. Boise Cascade 6.5%
5. Union Camp 6.2%
6. Willamette 6.0%
7. Weyerhaeuser 5.3%
8. Domtar 5.2%
Top 5 producers 49.5% market share
2007
1. Domtar 33.7% market share
2. International Paper 25.2%
3. Boise Cascade 10.5%
4. Georgia Pacific 7.2%%
5. Glatfelter 3.4%
Top 5 80.0% market Share
2001
1. International Paper 32.7% Market Share
2. Domtar 15.5%
3. Boise Cascade 10.1%
4. Willamette 9.7%
5. Weyerhaeuser 8.8%
Top 5 76.8% Market Share
1996
1. International Paper 14.9% market share
2. Georgia Pacific 14.0%
3. Champion International 7.9%
4. Boise Cascade 6.5%
5. Union Camp 6.2%
6. Willamette 6.0%
7. Weyerhaeuser 5.3%
8. Domtar 5.2%
Top 5 producers 49.5% market share
Corrugated Container Market becoming Snug
Box volumes were up in September and inventories remain lean while operating rates averaged 98.3%. Additional good news included exports rising and imports falling. The strength of these numbers along with the rapid implementation of the recent box price hike may yield an additional price increase early next year.
Environmentally-Friendly Paper for Second Printing
Fraser Papers Inc. announced today that it had been selected to provide environmentally-friendly paper for the second printing of the U.S. edition of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Fraser Papers was one of the suppliers for the first printing of the book, which was released in July. As reported earlier by Paper.com, the paper manufactured for this book was customized and contained 30% post-consumer content and pulp certified by the Forest Stewardship Council ("FSC"), an internationally recognized organization driving responsible international forest management standards.
The coated paper market could be tightening??
North American coated paper markets have tightened dramatically in recent weeks. For the first time in several years, customers are scrambling for supply. Certainly the anti-dumping charges have kept imported paper to a minimum and havereduced supply. Imports accounted for approximately 1million tons per year.
In uncoated free sheet, Domtar continues to hint it may cut further capacity. Beneficiaries would include the two big players, Domtar and International Paper. Other beneficiaries on our coverage list would
include specialty names like Glatfelter and Wausau.
From: RISI North American Global Forest Products Conference
In uncoated free sheet, Domtar continues to hint it may cut further capacity. Beneficiaries would include the two big players, Domtar and International Paper. Other beneficiaries on our coverage list would
include specialty names like Glatfelter and Wausau.
From: RISI North American Global Forest Products Conference
Friday, October 12, 2007
Leading Paper Website Announces Price Increases
Paper.com, one of the largest online internet sites, exclusively markets paper products. They recently announced a price increase for all business papers and forms; text; cover; writing; as well as office and stationery grades. This includes popular items from mills such as International Paper, Mohawk, Smart, Fox River, Domtar, Boise, Neenah, Wausau, Finch Pryun, Xerox, and Monadnock. P. Scott Vallely, Managing Director, sited that all our mills increased price because they are experiencing additional costs related to pulp, chemicals, freight, energy, and labor. We tried to maintain pricing as long as possible, but now must pass these cost increases to our end users.
Paper.com has over 40,000 items in inventory and ready for immediate shipment. The company recently launched a new site, making it easier to search through the many popular items. They also introduced 888PaperGreat to call for assistance.
Paper.com has over 40,000 items in inventory and ready for immediate shipment. The company recently launched a new site, making it easier to search through the many popular items. They also introduced 888PaperGreat to call for assistance.
Environmentalists are upset at Sears Catalog
Associations that promote the greening of earth have voiced frustration at Sears and Kmart for their continuous use of paper from endangered forests in California and Canada and not using more recycled papers in their paper supplies. Sears is now the largest catalog company that has not taken steps toward environmental sustainability. Sears mails 425million catalogs annually – including 270million under its Lands End brand. One association, ForestEthics, has insisted that Sears begin to use more post consumer recycle waste in the catalogs.
NewPage’s Sterling Grade Line expanded
Paper.com recently introduced the newest Sterling Ultra grade offerings. The product is now available in 7, 8, and 9-point gloss. The grade has 10% post consumer waste. These new items are especially desirable for a reply card program.
Paper.com opens Environmentally Friendly ‘Green’ Store
One of the paper industrys' largest web marketing companiy outlined several steps for its end users to become eco-conscious and create cost effective printed material. The company believes that orders recycled papers and creates promotions that are good for the environment are also good for business. Sincere goodwill goes a long way and everyone is very interested in protecting the environment. Green minded end users and projects should plan beyond just using recycled paper. Virgin, recycled, and tree free paper are all very different papers. Virgin fibers are directly from trees, they are the cleanest and strongest, but have the most direct effect on the consumption of natural resources. The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), Sustainable Forest Initiative (SFI), and Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) traces paper components to its origins via third party certification. This assures end users that papers are from appropriate trees and forests and no old growth forests were used. Recycled papers account for approximately 37% of all the raw material used in domestic products. Recycled papers benefit include less energy consumed, lower green house emissions, reduced wastewater and less solid waste. Post consumer waste (PCW) is total recycled fiber and tree free is generally hand made – produced from kenaf, hemp, flax, cotton, or a combination.
Other environmentally friendly initiatives include using uncoated paper instead of coated papers. Coated, or glossy, has clay content, which is not good for recycling. Also, if you design a piece that is smaller in size – this uses less paper, chemicals, and ink, which are all better for the environment. Choice in inks is also important – soy or vegetable based versus the more popular Petroleum based is an excellent alternative. Lastly, noncomplex design and folding generates a more efficient product and thus less waste.
Paper.com can certainly assist with recycled and tree free papers – but consideration should also be considered for other environmentally friendly ideas.
Other environmentally friendly initiatives include using uncoated paper instead of coated papers. Coated, or glossy, has clay content, which is not good for recycling. Also, if you design a piece that is smaller in size – this uses less paper, chemicals, and ink, which are all better for the environment. Choice in inks is also important – soy or vegetable based versus the more popular Petroleum based is an excellent alternative. Lastly, noncomplex design and folding generates a more efficient product and thus less waste.
Paper.com can certainly assist with recycled and tree free papers – but consideration should also be considered for other environmentally friendly ideas.
Xerox Introduces new Copier that Promises to Cut Cost of Color Copies
Xerox recently introduced a new line of copiers that promises to cut the cost of color copies. Xerox, the world’s largest maker of high speed color printers, will start selling the Phaser 8860 which will generate color copies for 0.05 for full color page. Color accounts for 12 percent of the more than 30 million pages printed from Xerox copiers last year. Growth is in color and this new equipment will help.
Paper.com carries many of the Xerox papers as well as many other brands suitable for Xerox equipment.
Paper.com carries many of the Xerox papers as well as many other brands suitable for Xerox equipment.
Harry Potter New Book on Recycled Paper
The newest Harry Potter book, Deathly Hallows, consumed over 22million pounds of paper of which 6,700 tons was FSC certified. This is considered the largest paper purchase for a single book. The FSC certification confirms that the paper was from forestlands that are managed in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. Experts believe this purchase saved nearly 200,000 trees.
Paper.com, unfortunately, did not supply the paper for this book – but the site has many 100% recycled papers as well as FCI and FSC papers, in stock and ready for immediate delivery.
Paper.com, unfortunately, did not supply the paper for this book – but the site has many 100% recycled papers as well as FCI and FSC papers, in stock and ready for immediate delivery.
Mohawk Introduces New Papers for the Digital Presses
Mohawk Papers recently expanded its digital portfolio with additional i-tone products. They added heavier weights and new sheet sizes. The Mohawk Color Copy grade now has 110lbs cover. This grade is designed for Xerox’s iGen3 Digital press. The mill also has many new Via grades for the iGen3, Kodak NexPress2100, and HP Indigo digital presses.
Paper.com has all the newest digital grades, including all the Mohawk products
Paper.com has all the newest digital grades, including all the Mohawk products
Newsprint continues its downward slide
Newsprint consumption continues its decline along with paper pricing and supply of product. Demand has fallen even greater than anticipated. In 2005 total North America demand dropped over 6% to 10.4million tons – with USA daily newspaper consumption falling 5.4% or 7.5million tons. In 2006 the decline continued, as North American demand dropped to 9.7million tons. In 2007, the demand has fallen 9 months in a row. USA newspapers continue to loose circulation, pages and have made the actual newspaper publication smaller in size – all leading to less paper.
Newsprint volumes and prices remain under pressure. Industry experts expect further pressure for the balance of the year. Prices have dropped $110/ton since last September, after declining during each of the last 12 months. We expect year end results will be brutal as lower prices and higher costs will be.
The largest dynamic in the newsprint market includes the proposed combination of Abitibi (#1) and Bowater (#2). Other producers such as Catalyst, Kruger or White Birch could emerge as additional consolidators. SP Newsprint is reportedly still on the blocks. Boise appears poised to convert one of its newsprint machines to containerboard.
Newsprint volumes and prices remain under pressure. Industry experts expect further pressure for the balance of the year. Prices have dropped $110/ton since last September, after declining during each of the last 12 months. We expect year end results will be brutal as lower prices and higher costs will be.
The largest dynamic in the newsprint market includes the proposed combination of Abitibi (#1) and Bowater (#2). Other producers such as Catalyst, Kruger or White Birch could emerge as additional consolidators. SP Newsprint is reportedly still on the blocks. Boise appears poised to convert one of its newsprint machines to containerboard.
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
COATED GROUNDWOOD PAPER UPDATE
Paper.com had experienced price increases in August, with No. 5 40-lb offset rolls prices rising $35/ton. Prices continued on the website to rise in September, up another $5-10/ton. This continues the rebound from the slow demand experienced in the first half of the year, and paper manufacturers are confirminga sudden turnaround in customer demand for coated paper. Shipments rose 15.5% in July from 2006. The market is fairly tight and enjoyed more help from last week's downtime announcement from Kruger.
UNCOATED FREE SHEET UPDATE
Most of September's offset hikes which Paper.com has confirmed have stuck. All the major paper producers, including Domtar, International Paper and Boise Cascade, introduced an increase on offset roll prices by $60/ton and offset folio sheets prices by $30/ton in mid September. While demand has been steady, supply reductions are keeping the market in reasonable balance.
Paper.com, a major source of supply for printing and writing grades, was experienced an increase on the majority of its commodity grade offerings.
Paper.com, a major source of supply for printing and writing grades, was experienced an increase on the majority of its commodity grade offerings.
Leading Online Paper Marketer Introduces New Site
Paper.com, one of the leading online marketers of paper products recently
released an all new website to allow for a more efficient website. The company exclusively markets over the web. Paper.com has 46 warehouses though out the USA representing over 40,000 paper items from all the major paper producers. The company was founded by John Engel, an internet marketing expert, and P. Scott Vallely, a paper industry executive, to produce the industry’s largest web site. Paper.com focuses on office, stationery, school, scrapbook, Artist, and theme papers. The company boosts of over 7000 visitors every day.
released an all new website to allow for a more efficient website. The company exclusively markets over the web. Paper.com has 46 warehouses though out the USA representing over 40,000 paper items from all the major paper producers. The company was founded by John Engel, an internet marketing expert, and P. Scott Vallely, a paper industry executive, to produce the industry’s largest web site. Paper.com focuses on office, stationery, school, scrapbook, Artist, and theme papers. The company boosts of over 7000 visitors every day.
New Environmentally Friendly Digital Sheet Introduced
Galerie Art Digital is new digital grade from Paper.com and produced by the M-Real Paper mill. It is fairly new and is promoted as a very 'Green " sheet, made from recycled fibers.
M-real paper mill recently launching two new products in the Data Papers range of office papers at the Paperworld show in Frankfurt. Data Color Inkjet Photo Gloss, Digital, and Data Color Inkjet Photo Matt hit the market and offer customers a wider choice in a market where new technologies and particularly increased use of color applications put ever greater demands on high quality paper products. Available in text and cover weights from Paper.com.
M-real paper mill recently launching two new products in the Data Papers range of office papers at the Paperworld show in Frankfurt. Data Color Inkjet Photo Gloss, Digital, and Data Color Inkjet Photo Matt hit the market and offer customers a wider choice in a market where new technologies and particularly increased use of color applications put ever greater demands on high quality paper products. Available in text and cover weights from Paper.com.
Paper.com introduces new Environmentally Friendly Grade
Domtar EarthChoice Office Paper is an FSC-certified multifunction grade that offers guaranteed performance on high-speed copiers, laser printers, and inkjet printers and offset presses. The 92 GE brightness and FSC certification make it an ideal choice for customers who want to practice environmental responsibility on an everyday basis. It is acid-free for longer archival life. The grade is suitable for Copier, inkjet and laser and digital printers and is ideal for everyday desktop copying and printing.
Paper.com recently added this grade to its extensive line of environmentally friendly grade offerings.
Paper.com recently added this grade to its extensive line of environmentally friendly grade offerings.
Friday, October 05, 2007
MARKET PULP UPDATE
It's turning out to be a favorable pulp cycle. The pulp rally shows no signs of slowing down. The market saw a $20/ton price hike initiative on NBSK for September. Moreover, the prices of most hardwood grades rose $20- 25/ton in August, and with the market remaining tight, several producers have announced a $20-30 increase for October. The steep drop in the US dollar in recent weeksiwill provide the fuel for further attempts to boost prices. Despite the highest prices in over a decade, a strong Canadian dollar for high chip costs are squeezing Canadian mills.
Pulp continues to Climb
Parsons & Whittemore, Sappi Fine Paper North America and most other producers have informed customers that they will initiate a $20/metric ton price increase on northern bleached hardwood Kraft (NBHK) pulp shipped after October 1, boosting the industry’s list to $765. Fraser Paper started the price hikes last week. Transaction prices for NBHK have risen from $610/metric ton in January to $730, according to monthly surveys of buyers by Purchasingdata.com.
Parsons & Whittemore also plans a $20/metric ton price increase on southern bleached hardwood Kraft (SBHK) pulp in the U.S. to $750. The RISI.com subscription newsletter says SAPPI plans to raise prices $25/metric ton on three grades of NBHK pulp in North America. Its prices on aspen and mixed pulp now are slated at $750 and maple grade is at $760.
In addition to the SBHK and NBHK hikes, producers of bleached eucalyptus, birch, and hardwood-derived bleached pulp have came out with price increases.
Parsons & Whittemore also plans a $20/metric ton price increase on southern bleached hardwood Kraft (SBHK) pulp in the U.S. to $750. The RISI.com subscription newsletter says SAPPI plans to raise prices $25/metric ton on three grades of NBHK pulp in North America. Its prices on aspen and mixed pulp now are slated at $750 and maple grade is at $760.
In addition to the SBHK and NBHK hikes, producers of bleached eucalyptus, birch, and hardwood-derived bleached pulp have came out with price increases.
Fraser Papers Announces Paper Machine Downtime
Fraser Papers Inc. announced that it would take market-related downtime on the No. 6 paper machine at its East Papers operations, effective October 6, 2007, to manage inventory levels of uncoated groundwood papers. The Company expects the temporary shutdown to be two weeks in duration, dependent on market conditions.
Kruger to curtail production at two Quebec mills
Reported by - Financial Mirror –
The global paper and forest product industry's six-year-long decline in credit quality has continued in 2007,
says Moody's Investors Service in an industry update. During the year, industry participants have faced tighter liquidity conditions, a worsening slowdown in US housing construction, and, for producers in Canada, Brazil, and Chile, the negative effects of a strengthening in their national currencies.
Overall, Moody's expects the slide in credit quality to continue, particularly for North American and European based companies.
Positive rating pressure, however, is expected for the market pulp and packaging segments as prices remain strong.
The global paper and forest product industry's six-year-long decline in credit quality has continued in 2007,
says Moody's Investors Service in an industry update. During the year, industry participants have faced tighter liquidity conditions, a worsening slowdown in US housing construction, and, for producers in Canada, Brazil, and Chile, the negative effects of a strengthening in their national currencies.
Overall, Moody's expects the slide in credit quality to continue, particularly for North American and European based companies.
Positive rating pressure, however, is expected for the market pulp and packaging segments as prices remain strong.
Kruger to curtail production at two Quebec mills
Kruger Inc. announced that it will reduce the production at two of its Quebec paper mills. These production curtailments will be achieved by the shutdown of the Trois-Rivières mill, from October 28 to November 10 and the Brompton (Sherbrooke) mill from
November 17 to December 1st. Total production reductions during these periods will amount to 25,000 metric tones of newsprint, 6,000 metric tons of supercalendered paper and 8,000 metric tons of coated paper.
These interruptions will affect 1,500 employees and result from the combined effects of the increase in value of the Canadian dollar and the continued increase in production costs, including manpower, fiber supplies and energy.
November 17 to December 1st. Total production reductions during these periods will amount to 25,000 metric tones of newsprint, 6,000 metric tons of supercalendered paper and 8,000 metric tons of coated paper.
These interruptions will affect 1,500 employees and result from the combined effects of the increase in value of the Canadian dollar and the continued increase in production costs, including manpower, fiber supplies and energy.
Boise Launches Reinvented Imaging Papers Lines
Boise Paper recently announced a complete rebranding launch for four of its primary lines of paper. This aggressive and strategic rebranding effort creates distinct market-driven personalities for each of the different lines, positioning Boise Paper as a true leader in the premium and specialty papers market. These distinct brand personalities are driven by a combination of new packaging, a sharp focus on new customer demographics and in some cases, an expanded and enhanced paper offering.
The four lines that Boise will be rolling out with new branding include: Boise ASPEN, Boise's premium line of recycled papers that work for you and the environment; Boise FIREWORX, a category-changing, vibrant color line that offers Paper With Pop; Boise HD:P High-Definition Paper for high-end digital color printing needs; and Boise X-9, the tested, proven, top-selling multi-use paper formulated for premium performance in printers, copiers and fax machines.
"Boise Paper is committed to being a leader in premium and specialty papers," said Vince Phelan, marketing director, Boise Paper. "This broad rebranding effort is a great example of how Boise Paper continues to deliver "Beyond What's Expected" to our current and prospective customers. We are making bold changes to deliver bold results that add value to our customers and invite new customers to be a part of our Boise brands. These new brands are the fruits of hours of research and trials to better connect our product offering to our customers current and future paper needs."
The rebranding launch for each line of paper will occur through the end of 2007 and into the first quarter of 2008. Below are brief overviews of how each individual paper line will be rebranded:
Boise ASPEN -- This is Boise's best-in-class line of premium recycled papers that further reinforce Boise's standing as the leading manufacturer of recycled papers. Offering an impressive breadth of line, Boise ASPEN papers provide customers with high brightness and performance that customers expect from non-recycled sheets and support any company's green initiative. Boise ASPEN offerings will now include Boise ASPEN 30, Boise ASPEN 50, Boise ASPEN 100 Multi-use, Boise ASPEN Laser (Presentation Laser 30%), Boise ASPEN Color Copy, Boise ASPEN Offset & Sheet Grades, and Boise ASPEN Forms & Envelope grades. As part of the rebranding efforts for Boise ASPEN, Boise will introduce new packaging, further reinforcing the recycling and environmental elements of the paper.
Boise FIREWORX -- This is Boise's brand new line of color papers. Under the Boise FIREWORX line, Boise offers customers with 27 distinct and vibrant color offerings, great for all printing needs. Bringing fun and function together, Boise FIREWORX is a lifestyle colored paper that adds vibrancy to creative projects and attention-getting communications at home and in the workplace. From Bottle Rocket Blue to Firecracker Fuchsia, Boise FIREWORX is truly a Paper With Pop.
Boise HD:P -- This is Boise's new family of high-definition digital papers that is ideal for delivering professional-looking, colorful print projects. Providing smooth texture, crisp edges and vibrant colors, Boise HD:P papers take digitally printed documents to the next level. The entire line of Boise HD:P High-Definition Paper is laser and/or inkjet guaranteed, acid-free and carries a GE brightness rating ranging from 92-98 in a wide variety of weights and sizes to meet today's digital printing needs. The lineup includes Boise HD: P Everyday Laser, Boise HD: P Premier Print, Boise HD:P Presentation Laser & Cover, Boise HD:P Color Copy & Cover and Boise HD:P Glossy Color Laser & Cover.
Boise X-9 -- This is Boise's #1 selling multi-purpose paper. Used by businesses of all types and sizes for their everyday imaging needs, Boise X-9 delivers consistent results for a myriad of printing and copying equipment. Boise X-9 offers excellent run-ability that is third-party tested, and is a great option for high-output business needs. Boise X-9 now features a fresh new look that is familiar to the loyal user, yet conveys a more energetic feel with easy-to-view product information for those new to the brand.
Come to Paper.com for the entire product offering of Boise. Paper.com has every major paper producers' items in stock and ready for immediate delivery.
SOURCE: Boise Paper
The four lines that Boise will be rolling out with new branding include: Boise ASPEN, Boise's premium line of recycled papers that work for you and the environment; Boise FIREWORX, a category-changing, vibrant color line that offers Paper With Pop; Boise HD:P High-Definition Paper for high-end digital color printing needs; and Boise X-9, the tested, proven, top-selling multi-use paper formulated for premium performance in printers, copiers and fax machines.
"Boise Paper is committed to being a leader in premium and specialty papers," said Vince Phelan, marketing director, Boise Paper. "This broad rebranding effort is a great example of how Boise Paper continues to deliver "Beyond What's Expected" to our current and prospective customers. We are making bold changes to deliver bold results that add value to our customers and invite new customers to be a part of our Boise brands. These new brands are the fruits of hours of research and trials to better connect our product offering to our customers current and future paper needs."
The rebranding launch for each line of paper will occur through the end of 2007 and into the first quarter of 2008. Below are brief overviews of how each individual paper line will be rebranded:
Boise ASPEN -- This is Boise's best-in-class line of premium recycled papers that further reinforce Boise's standing as the leading manufacturer of recycled papers. Offering an impressive breadth of line, Boise ASPEN papers provide customers with high brightness and performance that customers expect from non-recycled sheets and support any company's green initiative. Boise ASPEN offerings will now include Boise ASPEN 30, Boise ASPEN 50, Boise ASPEN 100 Multi-use, Boise ASPEN Laser (Presentation Laser 30%), Boise ASPEN Color Copy, Boise ASPEN Offset & Sheet Grades, and Boise ASPEN Forms & Envelope grades. As part of the rebranding efforts for Boise ASPEN, Boise will introduce new packaging, further reinforcing the recycling and environmental elements of the paper.
Boise FIREWORX -- This is Boise's brand new line of color papers. Under the Boise FIREWORX line, Boise offers customers with 27 distinct and vibrant color offerings, great for all printing needs. Bringing fun and function together, Boise FIREWORX is a lifestyle colored paper that adds vibrancy to creative projects and attention-getting communications at home and in the workplace. From Bottle Rocket Blue to Firecracker Fuchsia, Boise FIREWORX is truly a Paper With Pop.
Boise HD:P -- This is Boise's new family of high-definition digital papers that is ideal for delivering professional-looking, colorful print projects. Providing smooth texture, crisp edges and vibrant colors, Boise HD:P papers take digitally printed documents to the next level. The entire line of Boise HD:P High-Definition Paper is laser and/or inkjet guaranteed, acid-free and carries a GE brightness rating ranging from 92-98 in a wide variety of weights and sizes to meet today's digital printing needs. The lineup includes Boise HD: P Everyday Laser, Boise HD: P Premier Print, Boise HD:P Presentation Laser & Cover, Boise HD:P Color Copy & Cover and Boise HD:P Glossy Color Laser & Cover.
Boise X-9 -- This is Boise's #1 selling multi-purpose paper. Used by businesses of all types and sizes for their everyday imaging needs, Boise X-9 delivers consistent results for a myriad of printing and copying equipment. Boise X-9 offers excellent run-ability that is third-party tested, and is a great option for high-output business needs. Boise X-9 now features a fresh new look that is familiar to the loyal user, yet conveys a more energetic feel with easy-to-view product information for those new to the brand.
Come to Paper.com for the entire product offering of Boise. Paper.com has every major paper producers' items in stock and ready for immediate delivery.
SOURCE: Boise Paper
Legion Paper Goes Green
New York - Legion Paper, the leading supplier of fine art paper in North America, launches a comprehensive eco-friendly paper classification system as part of their website, www.legionpaper.com. This new tool is the first of its kind within the paper industry to provide a powerful 'green' search engine. The company has partnered with Paper.com to also offer all these environmentally friendly products.
"We have a very different take on green than most paper companies," says Joshua Levine, CEO Legion Paper. "The majority of the papers we supply contain an eco-friendly story so we developed a system to highlight these green characteristics, which has turned into a valuable educational tool."
Most of the 'green' discussion in relation to the paper industry has focused on wood-based and/or recycled products. This leaves out many important products including 100% cotton papers, papers made from cork, mulberry, and handmade papers -- all of which do not require the cutting down of trees in the first place. The new Legion Paper eco-friendly website organizes each paper into five categories: Alternative Energy, Chlorine-Free, Handmade Papers, Mill Certification and Tree-Free.
"Many of our customers rely on legionpaper.com for their projects and we are continually asked about the specific 'green' qualities of our papers," added Levine. "With our new "green" interface, we are able to offer this extraordinary search tool so anyone can easily find all the eco-friendly characteristics of our papers instantly."
The new Legion green site was developed in direct response to customer demand with online traffic to legionpaper.com substantially and consistently increasing over the past 24 months. Legion Paper prides itself on outstanding customer service and this new online feature demonstrates their commitment to outstanding service and education. Additionally, Legion's digital imaging division, Moab by Legion Paper, runs on 100% wind energy and is located in the heart of the west's national parks system where there is an emphasis on living green.
Paper.com is a large reseller of all the Legion products. The Paper.com web site now has a “Green Store” for easy shopping.
SOURCE: Legion Paper
"We have a very different take on green than most paper companies," says Joshua Levine, CEO Legion Paper. "The majority of the papers we supply contain an eco-friendly story so we developed a system to highlight these green characteristics, which has turned into a valuable educational tool."
Most of the 'green' discussion in relation to the paper industry has focused on wood-based and/or recycled products. This leaves out many important products including 100% cotton papers, papers made from cork, mulberry, and handmade papers -- all of which do not require the cutting down of trees in the first place. The new Legion Paper eco-friendly website organizes each paper into five categories: Alternative Energy, Chlorine-Free, Handmade Papers, Mill Certification and Tree-Free.
"Many of our customers rely on legionpaper.com for their projects and we are continually asked about the specific 'green' qualities of our papers," added Levine. "With our new "green" interface, we are able to offer this extraordinary search tool so anyone can easily find all the eco-friendly characteristics of our papers instantly."
The new Legion green site was developed in direct response to customer demand with online traffic to legionpaper.com substantially and consistently increasing over the past 24 months. Legion Paper prides itself on outstanding customer service and this new online feature demonstrates their commitment to outstanding service and education. Additionally, Legion's digital imaging division, Moab by Legion Paper, runs on 100% wind energy and is located in the heart of the west's national parks system where there is an emphasis on living green.
Paper.com is a large reseller of all the Legion products. The Paper.com web site now has a “Green Store” for easy shopping.
SOURCE: Legion Paper
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