Cascades to close packaging site in Niagara Falls, New York

The facility has been operational since 1987 and produces virgin and recycled corrugated medium.

ReMA 2025: More recovered paper being consumed domestically

During the Spotlight on Paper, panelists discussed the drop in recovered paper exports from the U.S., particularly on the West Coast.

Labor, supply chain challenges lead to bankruptcy filing

Royal Paper filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection April 8 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, listing assets and liabilities of between $100 million and $500 million in its petition.

Georgia-Pacific boosts paper cup recycling capabilities

The company’s Savannah River mill in Rincon, Georgia, now accepts polycoated paper cups in its mixed paper feedstock for recycling.

Marin Sanitary Service upgrades for higher production and continued reliability.

Making the case for polycoated paper recovery

At the annual CRA conference, representatives from the paper recycling value chain discussed the benefits of prioritizing alternative fiber sources to meet market needs.

Packaging firms continue price hikes

Since the end of 2024, packaging companies have cited market conditions and shifting consumer trends away from goods to services as reasons to raise prices.

Newsworthy

Recent news from the various sectors of the recycling industry from our April 2025 issue.

Adaptable design

Murphy Road Recycling has expanded its MRF’s capabilities by adding Greyparrot Analyzers and more optical sorters.

ND Paper to restart paper machine at Biron mill in Wisconsin

The company’s PM 25, which produces recycled containerboard and kraft paper, will start up after being idled for nearly a year.

Athens Services to open Irwindale, California, MRF

The 70-ton-per-hour facility, due to open in May, will process a variety of material streams.