Major Announcements

Packaging Corporation of America is closing a converting plant in Richmond, Virginia, impacting 110 employees come June.

Georgia-Pacific announced March 26 that effective immediately, David Duncan, executive vice president of Georgia-Pacific's consumer products group, has been named president and CEO. Mark Luetters, who currently serves as executive vice president of Koch, Inc., with responsibility overseeing several Koch companies, had temporarily served as president and CEO of Georgia-Pacific since 2025.

The decision will impact 285 employees, the company said.

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With the successful completion of the term loan, the Company is progressing toward normalized operations and currently anticipates sustaining two-shift operations in the second half of 2026, subject to fibre supply conditions.

Rottneros' Board of Directors has resolved to appoint Per Bjurbom as President and CEO with effect from 12 March 2026, whereby acting President and CEO Magnus Wikström will leave this position.

Stora Enso Oyj announces the members of the executive management team of the new forest asset company, which is planned to be demerged from Stora Enso. The demerger is expected to be completed in the first half of 2027.

Graphic Packaging Holding Company, a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, announced that Jeffrey Stafeil has joined its Board of Directors. Mr. Stafeil is currently Chief Executive Officer of RESRG Automotive and a member of its board of directors.

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Cross Wrap provides automated solutions that simplify bale handling and wire removal, ensuring smooth, safe, and reliable stock preparation. With over 100 Dewiring Machines and Wire Cutters installed worldwide, including at major paper recyclers and board mills, these systems are proven to perform under demanding conditions.

An online auction will be held beginning Tuesday, March 10, 2026 for assets from the Graphic Packaging East Angus, Quebec mill.

Joel Quadracci Continues as Chairman and CEO

Lana Payne cites 'lack of clarity' about Kruger's $700M diversification plan.

Magnus Wikström has been a member of the Board of Directors of Rottneros AB since 2023. He will remain on the Board of Directors during his time as acting President and CEO.

An online auction will be held beginning Tuesday, March 10, 2026 for assets from the Graphic Packaging East Angus, Quebec mill.

USG Corporation, North America's leading building materials manufacturer, today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Christopher Griffin will retire later this year after more than 30 years of service to USG. Concurrent with this news, USG's Board of Directors and owner Knauf Group, have appointed Christopher Macey--currently USG's Chief Operating Officer (COO)--as President and CEO, effective April 1, 2026.

Nix serves as Chief Financial Officer of First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (Nasdaq: FCNCA), a top 20 financial institution and the largest family-controlled bank in the United States, based in Raleigh, N.C.

International Paper, a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, announced Jan. 29 its plan to create two independent, publicly traded companies: International Paper will be comprised of its current business in North America including both legacy IP and DS Smith assets, and the EMEA Packaging business will be comprised of both legacy DS Smith and IP assets in EMEA. The separation will create two leading sustainable packaging solutions companies, each with focused management teams and business models, tailored investment and capital allocation strategies, and compelling financial profiles.

Since becoming Chief Operating Officer (COO) in 2020, Fuller has been responsible for the Company's global consumer and industrial operations as well as its diversified businesses and Information Technology.

The Canadian Forest Sector Transformation Task Force has held its first meeting to begin work on restructuring and modernizing Canada's forest industry. The initiative aims to enhance competitiveness, sustainability, and product diversification.

Domtar will shut down its Ignace, Ontario, sawmill indefinitely on March 12, cutting about 25 jobs as it reduces lumber production by 150 million board feet in early 2026 across Canada and the U.S.

Corner Brook mill has been shut down for nearly two and a half months.

Sutton, former President and Chief Executive Officer of Olin Corporation, brings more than three decades of global leadership experience in the chemicals and materials sectors, including a proven track record of operational excellence, disciplined capital allocation, and transformative value creation. During his tenure at Olin, he led the company through significant business platform upgrades, strengthened its financial position, and advanced key strategic initiatives that improved the company's competitive positioning and enhanced shareholder value.

Former Vimeo CEO, Google AI Executive Philip Moyer Named President and CEO and Board Member Effective February 9, 2026; Simon Allen to Retire, Remain Chair of the Board.

Sutton, former President and Chief Executive Officer of Olin Corporation, brings more than three decades of global leadership experience in the chemicals and materials sectors, including a proven track record of operational excellence, disciplined capital allocation, and transformative value creation. During his tenure at Olin, he led the company through significant business platform upgrades, strengthened its financial position, and advanced key strategic initiatives that improved the company's competitive positioning and enhanced shareholder value.